DiscoverNorthernIreland.com has stacks of fun things to do across NI, from family days out to gigs and cultural events. Here are ten exciting things taking place this week (2 – 8 July)
- Grandslam 2018: Summer of Steps Tour, Belfast, 8 July. The iconic pop group Steps reunite to perform their Grandslam tour at The Pavilion, Stormont Estate with support acts Aqua and Blue.
- Downy Duckling Week, Newtownards, 2-8 July. Get behind-the-scenes access to Castle Espie’s newly renovated Duckery and witness the whole egg-to-duckling process, alongside experts who will guide you through their duckling nursery and incubation areas.
- Mini Pony Camp, Limavady, 2-5 July. An opportunity for younger riders to experience a mini camp at Crindle Stables, perfect for the summer holidays. Learn to look after your pony with help from more advanced riders including riding lessons, stable management, pony games and fun whilst improving skills and confidence.
- Gardens and Gin Tour, Newtownards, 7 July. Explore the botanicals, combining a guided walk through the beautiful gardens at Mount Stewart Estate with a fascinating visit to the Echlinville Distillery to experience the fine art of gin making and taste an aromatic drop.
- Bing Live!, Belfast, 7-8 July. Calling all Bingsters! Bing and his friends are coming to Belfast’s Waterfront Hall for their first ever Bing stage show. Full of fun, laughter and music, ‘Bing Live!’ is the perfect first theatre trip for pre-schoolers and their families.
- Dr Nick on the Prom, Newcastle, 7 July. Dr. Nick’s solo street show is a brilliant mix of high-energy unicycling, tantalisingly dangerous fire-juggling, awe-inspiring plate spinning, and masses of audience participation – all stuck together with Dr Nick’s own brand of comedy, coming to Newcastle’s promenade.
- Sink or Slim, Newcastle, 6-7 July. Sink or Slim is a classic Sam Cree comedy coming to the Newcastle Community Cinema. This comedy is set in the 1960s on a health farm run by the owner Mrs. Babbington, who rules with a rod of iron and feeds her pet poodle better than her paying guests.
- Lunchtime Recital with the Allegra Singers Canada, Armagh, 7 July. An intergenerational community choir with members from all over the Victoria area in British Columbia, Canada. The Allegra Singers performance at St Patrick’s Church of Ireland will feature a diverse repertoire ranging from classical to jazz, gospel to musical theatre, world music, pop, rock and folk.
- Discover Maghera’s Hidden Heritage, Cookstown, 7 July. Join Mid-Ulster Council on a journey to discover Maghera’s Hidden Heritage, in a town full of significant sites from ancient times. Your visit will include a stop at Maghera Walled Garden, following with a refreshing high-tea at Walsh’s Hotel, before commencing to the foot Carntogher mountain and Siopa An Carn.
- Lazy Sundays, Dungannon, 8 July. Every Sunday in July The Argory hosts “Lazy Sundays.” Enjoy laid back tunes and relaxation as you chill in the Courtyard. Meanwhile the kids are entertained and feast on a summer BBQ.
For more information on these events or to plan a short break in Northern Ireland, visit www.DiscoverNorthernIreland.com.