Down

Get into the festive spirit at the annual Ards Christmas Light Switch On this Friday 24^th November. Join Cool FM’s Pete Snodden for a superb evening of Christmas fun featuring ‘Spark!’ a mesmerising street theatre show combining drums and light, that will lead the spectacular lantern parade from Ards Arena at 6.45pm.  At 7.00pm the parade will arrive in Conway Square for one last performance from Spark before the switch on finale.  Children’s entertainment including face painting and balloon modelling will be available in Conway Square from 5.30pm – 7.00pm.

Armagh

The mists of time will descend on Armagh this weekend  for a celebration of the city’s glorious and historic past for the annual Georgian Festival.  A packed schedule of unique events for history buffs, tourists, families and foodies alike, will provide an unforgettable weekend across the city.  Now in its 14th year, Georgian Day culminates in the unmissable spectacle of the annual Animated Light Show which continues to attract thousands to watch Market House burst into life, transforming it into a shimmering canvas. This year’s ‘Five Gold Rings!’ show promises to be a show to remember.

Fermanagh

 

Christmas officially starts in Enniskillen on Saturday 25th November with the Christmas lights switch-on in the town centre. The town will become a hub of live entertainment from late afternoon to mark the start of the Christmas shopping season so come along and get into the festive spirit! Enjoy Festive Family Fun at the Buttermarket from 12.00pm-4.00pm – visit Santa, enjoy festive music & Christmas arts and crafts. Entertainment will start at 3.30pm on The Diamond with music from Full Moon Fever & Sean Magee. Enjoy the Christmas lantern parade and Santa Train before the official switch on at 5.00pm.

Tyrone

 

The feast of festive events, organised by Mid Ulster District Council, kicks off on Friday 24th November at 5.30pm in Cookstown, with the switch on of the Christmas lights in the town. An evening of family entertainment awaits before a mile of magical Christmas lights illuminate the main street and the festive countdown begins. Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th also sees the return of the Winter Craft & Food Fair to the Burnavon, Cookstown. Running over the two days (10am to 5pm on Saturday and 1pm to 5pm on Sunday), you’ll have all the time you need to shop for the perfect, unique Christmas gifts and festive foods.

Derry/Londonderry

Get in the festive spirit and join Santa and his special guests at the Derry Christmas Lights Switch On, Thursday 23rd November from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.  There will be entertainment by walkabout street characters and live festive music on stages in Guildhall Square by Sensation and in Waterloo Place by Superstition. Special guests include Pantomime stars from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Jack and the Beanstalk

Antrim

The Victorian Street Fair and Steam Train Rides on Saturday 25^th November, takes the form of a street fair with train rides at the Whitehead Excursion Station, offering visitors the chance to enjoy the unique steam experience.  Visitors will be able to see at close hand how this magnificent machine works.  You will be able to talk to the Driver and Fireman and to see the footplate.  Option to enjoy a visit to the Whitehead Railway  Museum and cafe.  Train rides running from 12:30pm to 3:30pm.

Belfast

Join Titanic Belfast from 22nd November  to the 23rd December to explore the Elves’ Workshop in the Magical Christmas Experience!  Step through the Old Curiosity Shop to enter the Magical Workshop and watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his elves count down to their favourite night of the year. Peek into the toy shop where the elves have been hard at work and join Mrs Claus at her cosy kitchen to hear Christmas tales, before letting your creative juices flow with our arts and crafts or work with Father Christmas’ elves to write and post your Christmas letter.  Don’t forget to make a Christmas Wish to hang on the Magical Wishing Tree. Finally, wrap up your Magical Christmas Experience by having your name checked off our ‘Naughty or Nice’ list by our Chief Elf, then journey through the enchanted forest and meet Father Christmas!

 

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Down

A day of festive, free family fun is on offer at this year’s BIG Christmas Lights Switch On in Bangor, Co. Down, on Saturday 18th November.  Ards and North Down Borough Council has joined forces with ‘Main Street, My Street’ to put on a full day of entertainment that includes a Christmas market, a Winter Wonderland at Project 24, festive elf selfies, local school choir performances, Santa’s grotto, edible crafts and more.  All of which are the perfect prelude to Santa’s arrival and the official switch on and fireworks finale at 5.30pm.

Armagh

The Charlemont and Moy Christmas event takes place this Saturday 18th November, beginning in Charlemont at noon.  Meet the elves and write a letter to Santa, then make your way to the Moy Square for the Christmas craft stalls, Annaginney petting farm, horse and cart rides, crafts for kids, cage football, carol singing and the main man himself Santa Claus switching on the lights at 4.45pm!

Fermanagh

The Clay, Cake & Creativity at Ashbrooke’s Ceramic Retreat, takes place this week from 16th to 18th November, Ashbrook House, Brookeborough. This exclusive course offers a rare opportunity to stay in the picturesque and historic Ashbrooke House and work with two Royal College of Art Ceramicists.  Helen Moore and Sandra Robinson have been specifically chosen for their complimentary skills in both the form and finish of ceramics to offer expert guidance as a complete beginner or seasoned maker.  Arriving in the stunning Ashbrooke Estate, you will be welcomed by Amanda Brooke’s renowned home cooking, beside warm open fires with good old fashioned Irish Craic.

Tyrone

The Hub Cookstown will host their Holistic Fair this Saturday 18th November. Holistic therapies aim to restore the body’s natural harmony.  When you are relaxed and in balance you are able to deal with the everyday stresses and strains of life much more effectively.  This is an opportunity for you to try massage, reflexology, Bowen therapy, reiki, aroma-touch and much more.  All treatments are an amazing £10 (excluding food intolerance resting). Call 028 8676 3398 for further information.

Derry/Londonderry

St Trea’s Ballymaguigan 4th Christmas Craft and Gift Fair takes place this Sunday 19th November from 12.00pm to 4.00pm.  Wacky Wax Hands will be outside the main door.  Shop from 40+ stalls from local crafters, including handmade crafts, pottery, slate, customised woodwork, bespoke shoes & headpieces, cards, decoupage items, knitted/crochet items, sewed toys, football gloves, scarves,  jewellery, handbags, jam & chutney, cakes, nail painting as well as personalised Christmas decorations and wreaths & lots more!

Antrim

Antrim town is the place to be this Friday 17th November for the Antrim Switch On,  with Sonya Mac and Q Radio kicking off the festive season with music and games for all the family.  Mr Hullabaloo and Jingles will entertain the crowd from 6pm. One of the highlights is sure to be the special children’s prize draw.  This year’s entry slips are only available on the night so make sure you’re there to be in with the chance of Santa picking out the winner at 7pm. See Toby Pinecone to make sure you are on Santa’s list!  A spectacular fireworks display will round off a great festive evening.

Belfast

Discover your Inner Elf from 16^th to 18^th November at Belvoir Players Studio!  Don’t be a cotton-headed ninny-muggins. and get yourself down to see this wonderful musical production by Nismat Theatre School. And remember the best way to spread Christmas Cheer, is singing loud for all to hear!

 

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Down

Calling all country and western music lovers!  For one night only, the incredible award winning Johnny Cash & June Carter Tribute Band Cash Returns Show will be held in La Mon Hotel & Country Club on Thursday 9th November 2017 in aid of TinyLife, the premature baby charity.  Iconic songs such as Fulsom Prison Blues and I’ll Walk the Line will be included in the 2 hour show.

Armagh

On Saturday 11th November at the Market Place Theatre, discover how to make your own stop motion animated film with your very own modelled plasticine characters in this animation masterclass by Can Do Academy!  You will learn how animated movies are created, storyboarded and how to make models which come to life using iPads and imagination!  Participants will receive a copy of their completed animation to take home.  Great for school and GCSE course work.

Fermanagh

Sit back, relax and see Lough Erne your way with a chauffeur driven boats on beautiful Lough Erne with Erne Water Taxis.  The taxi service provides a pick-up and drop-off from any accessible jetty on Lough Erne. Specialty tours of the Lough Erne, including a heritage trail and Food Trail are available.  Booking can be made via the www.ernewatertaxi.com website, by phone or e-mail. For each tour a hamper of great local food produce can be added for an additional £10 per person so you can enjoy your very own Island Picnic.

Tyrone

Don’t miss the Crazy Toons Live Stage Show on Saturday 11th November at Silverbirch Hotel. The magical kids character show includes Crazy Kids Comedy, Baz the Clown & lots more. Doors open at 2.30pm – show starts at 3pm. Tickets £10 per child & adults go FREE.  The show you can afford to see, but can’t afford to miss!

Derry

The annual Guildhall Craft Fair will celebrate its 23rd year and Derry City and Strabane District Council will once again be offering a unique Christmas shopping experience. With over 40 crafters to choose from offering items ranging from ceramics, leather, glass and jewellery, many of whom are new to this year’s fair, you will be sure to pick up that extra special gift not to be found on the high street.  With a dedicated Food Fair located within the ground floor of the Guildhall this promises to the biggest and most diverse to date. Open Friday 10^th to Sunday 12^th November.  Browse, shop and add a festive sparkle to your Christmas shopping at the annual Guildhall Craft & Food Fair weekend.

Antrim

After an absence of a few years Britain’s Got Talents’ ‘RJ Rocks’ returns with a bang at the Theatre at the Mill this Saturday evening.  With an all new show and an all new band, RJ brings his tribute show back to the 1970s and 80s with some of Rock’s greatest acts: The Who, Guns ’n’ Roses, Rod Stewart, Queen, Status Quo and Bon Jovi – all the hits, all the memories and all the entertainment!

Belfast

The BBC Good Food Show is heading back to the food-loving city of Belfast this weekend, packed with all the ingredients for a great day out at the Belfast Waterfront. This year, the Show will return with a great range of Northern Ireland’s very best food and drink producers, plus a line-up of top celebrity chefs and culinary experts. The weekend will be full to the brim with demonstrations, tastings, chef interviews, book signings and more.

 

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Down

Seapark Fireworks, Holywood was postponed and will now take place on Saturday 4th November. Keep the winter cold at bay with delicious refreshments and a lively family funfair from 4pm and music by local favourites ‘The Jukes’ from 6.30pm. Of course the most anticipated part of the event is the always spectacular firework display – watch as the skies come alive above the shores of Seapark at approximately 8.00pm.  The fun continues until 9.00pm.

Armagh

Everyone loves Sponge Bob and the Minions so get ready to make your very own cheeky colourful character at Spongebob v Minion this Saturday at the Market Place Theatre.  Using sponge, fabric, recycled bits and pieces and paint – this fun class could get messy so please wear old clothes! For age 7 to 11 year olds.

Fermanagh

The National Trust at Crom are getting ready to welcome visitors for a truly special event on Thursday 2nd November at Crom Estate. Their team of experienced rangers are taking visitors on a personal tour of the deer park for an exclusive insight into the resident fallow deer.  A warming tea or coffee is provided as visitors gain an understanding of these beautiful animals, what they eat and how they are cared for at Crom Estate.

Tyrone

Smart Mums Market is an quality indoor market for buyers and sellers of baby & children’s, nearly new clothes, shoes, toys and equipment for 0-10 years.  You can also find crafters and knitters at these markets as well as businesses aimed at this age group offering advice, from pregnancy and onwards. Taking place this Sunday 5^th November at Mellon Country Inn, Omagh.

Derry/Londonderry

Ulster University Music department is delighted to present Cassandra Wilson, an American jazz musician, vocalist, songwriter, and producer from Jackson, Mississippi. Cassandra has for a long time been regarded as the finest jazz singer in the world, having sold millions of records on the Blue Note label, but is also known for attracting audiences from a broad spectrum of musical genres. This Thursday, The Great Hall, Magee Campus, 7.30pm.

Antrim

It’s now twenty years since the distinctive sound of Tranquility, featuring Phil Coulter’s piano and orchestra, first seduced the whole of Ireland with its easy melodic charm. See Phil Coulter perform live at the Theatre at the Mill this Sunday 5^th November.

Belfast

Join the fun at the Eikon Exhibition Centre this weekend on the 4th & 5th November to enjoy Northern Ireland’s very first all action Leisure Show!  Traders and dealers will be showcasing a range of motorhomes, caravans and camper vans – along with accessories and consumables – with great deals and bargains on offer.  And that’s not all!  There will be mobile homes, jet skis, boats, tents, cyclists and anything else within the leisure industry.  A must not miss on getting those 2018 plans in motion.

 

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Down

Visit North Down Museum on Saturday 28th October from 2.00pm to 4.00pm for the Not So Scary Halloween event! This year there will be magic shows with the brilliant magician Trevor Price and not so scary Halloween stories with the master storyteller, Willie Drennan.  Meet owls and creepy crawlies, make Halloween crafts and have your face painted.  For more information visit: www.northdownmuseum.com.

Armagh

Little Spooks at Navan Fort  28^th to 31^st October is perfect for some Halloween fun for all the family!  This is for boys and girls who aren’t afraid of enjoying some spooky fun!  ‘Vera Courage’ world famous Vampire hunter needs your help!  She is looking for Dracula and thinks she has found the location of his Haunted Castle!  Will you help her in her quest by joining in the adventure and be brave as we come face to face with Dracula during our Halloween show.

Fermanagh

One last request, five women, what can possibly go wrong…?  Sparks fly as five strong-willed women must work together when the cunning final request of their late husband, son, father and boss is revealed.  The comedy follows the ladies attempts to make the most of a very tricky situation to fulfil the wishes and in turn help shape each of their own futures with some very surprising outcomes.  Bill’s Will is a comedy for all ages at the Ardhowen Theatre this Saturday 28^th October.

Tyrone

The Halloween Torchlight Tours return to the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh for another year of thrills and spills from Saturday 28th – Tuesday 3st  October. Take a stroll, if you dare, through the outdoor museum as darkness falls, with only the light of a torch to guide you. Ghosts, ghouls and witches will lurk in the shadows as you sample traditional foods such as barnbrack, pumpkin and shoofly pie. Not for the faint hearted, booking for the evening tours is essential. Tour times available at 4.30 pm & 9.30 pm.

Derry/Londonderry

A welcome like no other awaits you, as the division between this world and the otherworld’s is at its thinnest, as supernatural beings and the souls of the dead flood into the City of Derry from 28th to 31st October. Let your imagination run wild under the Samhain Moon. Join in on a 4-day celebration like no other, filled with ghoulish events and frightful fun for all the family. See derryhalloween.com for full programme of events.

Antrim

Join Ballymoney for their Halloween Extravaganza which promises to be frighteningly fun for all the family on Friday 27th October starting at 18:30 at the Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre.  Dust off your broomstick and dress up your little monsters for the fancy dress competition. They will love the mini fun fair, creepy characters and be mesmerized by the spinning fire dancers in the Fire Poi show, fireworks display and much more!

Belfast

Enjoy a ride in a restored steam train from Belfast Central, along the shores of Belfast Lough to Whitehead and return this Sunday 29^th October.  Ghosts and ghouls of all ages are invited to come along in seasonal costume to sample the unique steamy Halloween atmosphere. All children holding a ticket will receive a spooky goody bag from the wicked witch.  Trains depart Belfast Central at 11.05 am  and 1.05 pm.

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Down

Embrace the autumn season and start Halloween break off with fireworks, food, fun and a funfair at the Seapark Fireworks Holywood this Saturday 21^st October.  Keep the winter cold at bay with delicious refreshments and a lively family funfair from 4pm and music by local favourites ‘The Jukes’.  Of course the most anticipated part of the event is the always spectacular firework display – watch as the skies come alive above the shores of Seapark at approximately 7.45pm.  The fun continues to 9pm.

Armagh

Blues guitar legend Ronnie Greer has been at the centre of the blues scene in Ireland now for over 40 years, and has shared the stage with some of the leading figures in the genre. Ronnie will be performing live with his Blues Band live on stage at the Market Place Theatre this Saturday evening.  This event takes place in the Studio Theatre with an unreserved, cabaret-style seating layout.

Fermanagh

Join Ireland’s best loved and busiest comedian, William Caulfield, for an evening full of laughs at Crom Castle this Saturday evening, 21st October. VIP and accommodation packages are available for this event.

Tyrone

The Silverbirch Hotel will host their Wedding Fayre this Sunday 22nd October.  Meet local wedding experts from bridal fashion, hair, beauty, decor, grooms wear, flowers, transport, cakes & much more! A warm welcome of complimentary prosecco & canapes awaits while you view the stunning new Drumragh Suite, Foyer, Courtyard Bar & Terraces. Enjoy live wedding entertainment, catwalk fashion show and various special offers & competitions! Admission is free and there’s a goodie bag for the first 50 brides!

Derry/Londonderry

The Organ Festival 2017 is coming to Derry on 19th – 21st October 2017.  The first of its kind in the city, the festival promises to showcase the magnificent Guildhall organ.  The programme includes school workshops, lunch time performances, evening concerts, master classes for experienced organists to polish their skills, as well as an exciting Battle of the Organs event culminating in a grand finale gala concert with performances by internationally renowned artists.

Antrim

Antrim Glens Tourism presents The Ghosts in the Glens Story Telling Festival from the 19^th to the 22^nd October.  A four day storytelling festival based in the Glens of Antrim, with events being held all the way from Carnlough to Ballycastle and Rathlin Island. The festival will celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Glens of Antrim and will feature storytellers and musicians from the local area as well as guests from the rest of Northern Ireland, England and the Republic of Ireland. Support has been received from Causeway Coast and Glens Council as well as the Causeway Cast and Glens Heritage Trust.

Belfast

The Belfast Giants are back! Belfast’s best family night out returns for Giants vs Guildford Flames on Friday 20th October, face-off 7pm at The SSE Arena. Do not miss their special Halloween night with the team wearing exclusive Halloween themed jerseys! Entrance Fee £16 – Adults / £9 Kids / £39 – Family (2 Adults + 2 Kids).

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Down

The Outlet is supporting Banbridge Action Cancer Fundraising Group’s Paint the Town Pink charity event on Saturday October 14^th with a range of on-site activities including a raffle, face painting and appearances from family favourite superheroes Spiderman and Batman.  Help support the charity and paint The Outlet pink this October by joining the fun. Admission is free.

Armagh

All the agonies of Sue Townsend’s loveable loser are brought to life by the boisterous Bruiser Theatre Company in The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole at the Market Place Theatre this Saturday 14th October.   Mole, the unforgettable lad whose self-absorption only gets funnier as his life becomes more desperate.  This event takes place in the Studio Theatre with an unreserved, tiered seating layout.

 

Fermanagh

The “Waterways Ireland Erne Pike Fishing Classic event takes place from the 13th – 15th October.  Friday 13th October – Bank Fishing Competition.  Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th October – Boat Fishing Competitions (enter 1 or 2 days).  Closing date for entries is Wednesday 11th October 2017.  Prize giving for all competitions will be held at Killyhevlin Hotel, Enniskillen at 8.00pm on Sunday 15th October where light refreshments will be provided.

 

Tyrone

How’s Your Father? is a non-stop, laugh a minute riot of craic, confusion and constant laughter!  A B&B! A Landlady! A Priest! A Jockey! A Mystery! Bridie Murphy opens Bridie’s Boutique B&B, much to her husband Willie’s bewilderment.  With their young, confused neighbour, Dick, having some family problems, Bridie steps in to help.  There’s only one thing for it.  Bring in the Priest,  which serves to make things even more confusing!  It’s a side-splitting tale of love, deceit, mystery, bad food and a bit of ‘How’s Your Father’ thrown in for good measure.  The Alley Theatre, Strabane, Friday 13th October.

 

Derry/Londonderry

The biggest Fashion event in the North West events calendar, the Fashion Fest The Show takes place on Saturday 14th October at the Guildhall,  making the NW the premier fashion destination of Northern Ireland.  Fashion Fest 2017 is delighted to announce one UKs most successful fashion designers, Jenny Packham will closing the show with her 2018 bridal gowns.  Tickets are priced at £15 (+booking fee) which includes a drink on arrival and an exclusive goody bag for all. (Concessions available for students and groups £12.50).  On sale now online at www.derrystrabane.com/fashionfest or from the Guildhall, Derry and Alley Theatre, Strabane or by contacting the Fashion Fest team on telephone: 028 7137 6506.

 

Antrim

Featuring the very best of local Co. Antrim talent at the Theatre at the Mill Newtownabbey this Saturday 14^th October,  A Musical Spectacular is a night of music and dance featuring over 100 performers ranging from 8 to 80 years of age.  The evening will be hosted by Conor Taggart and his 8 piece Big Band, The Phat Katz, performing Swing classics from Sinatra to Michael Buble.

 

Belfast

The Free Minors Club returns to the Strand Arts Centre this Saturday at midday with The Adventures of Tintin!  While shopping at an outdoor market, young reporter Tintin (Jamie Bell), accompanied by his faithful dog, Snowy, buys a model of an old ship called the Unicorn. A shady character named Sakharine, and later an American named Barnaby try to buy the model from him, but Tintin refuses. The lad discovers that the ship contains a clue about a hidden treasure, but before he can locate it, Tintin is kidnapped and given over to the custody of drunken Capt. Haddock.  There will be a maritime-themed arts and crafts workshop after the screening.

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Down

The Big Brent Event Returns to Castle Espie on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th October to celebrate the return of 80% of the world’s population of Brent Geese from their summer breeding sites. Strangford Lough is their favoured destination following their long journey of 2500km from Arctic Canada.

Armagh

This Saturday at the Market Place Theatre, take a journey into the colourful world of Lego animation with this mini animation masterclass by Can Do Academy, which will teach you how to make a complete animated film on an iPad, including sound effects visual effects, and planning your film. You will receive a copy of your animation to take home to WOW your family and friends.

Fermanagh

The Ulster & Irish Open Short Circuit Championship Event, The Enniskillen 100, takes place this Saturday 7^th October at St. Angelo Airport.  Non-stop live racing and parade laps from 9 am to 5 pm. Featuring vintage, classic and modern motorbikes, rally cars and vehicles of special interest.  Entry includes FREE event programme. Gates open 08:30. Adult £10.00, 12-16 year old £5.00, Under 12 Free., Family (2+2 teens) £25.00.

Tyrone

This Saturday enjoy a movie experience of the animated film, “Sing”, at the Alley Theatre Strabane.  In a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theatre impresario’s attempt to save his theatre with a singing competition becomes grander than he anticipates even as its finalists’ find that their lives will never be the same.

Derry/Londonderry

The best of local, clean, fair food will be on the menu when Derry City and Strabane District Council welcomes the return of the Slow Food Festival on the 7th & 8th October in the Guildhall Square.  Slow Food is a global, grassroots organisation that promotes true enjoyment of good food with the commitment to community and the environment. Join us for a major two- day celebration showcasing the best of local, clean, fair food from across the North West. Featuring the Slow Food Market, talks & demo’s, tours & tastings, street food, family fun and lots more!

Antrim

The award-winning Giant’s Causeway will open its doors on Saturday 7 October offering the local community the opportunity to enjoy the full visitor experience, free of charge to thank them for their ongoing support over the busy summer season.

Belfast

Saturday sensory development classes for new-borns up to 13 month olds with award winning Baby Sensory.  The venue is Newtownbreda Tesco community room. Cost £5 per baby.  With hundreds of sensory experiences and lots of ideas to try at home this is a class that supports baby development and includes baby signing, puppet shows and more.  The next session takes place on Saturday 7th October.

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Down

Bring the family to Exploris Aquarium this Sunday 1st October to celebrate World Animal Day.  Enjoy all the animal based fun on offer and learn all about the underwater and reptilian friends though discovery pool demos, seal and otter feedings plus lots more fun animal based activities throughout the day. Let the little ones dive into the soft play zone and then relax after a fun filled day in The Craken cafe and restaurant.

Armagh

The Assistant’s Revenge is a detective story for children and adults, a murder mystery with a magical twist. This Saturday 30th September at the Market Place Studio Theatre with an unreserved, tiered seating layout.

Fermanagh

This Saturday at Cathedral Hall Enniskillen, enjoy a screening of one of the most iconic children’s films, The Railway Children, which all the family will enjoy.  Part of Fermanagh Film Club’s weekend to commemorate the closure of rail services in Fermanagh. Screening at 11.00am. Admission is free.

Tyrone

The Light for Life Event at Loughmacrory Lough in aid of Care for Cancer takes place this Friday 29^th September.   Come and celebrate the lives who have passed from or are currently living with cancer.  The twilight walk around the lough starts at 8.00pm with registration from 7.00pm. Lights for all participants, with music and refreshments.  This is a family friendly event – everyone welcome including dog walkers.

Derry/Londonderry

The Guildhall Derry City Wedding Fayre, in association with Perfect Bliss Wedding Shows takes place this Sunday October 1st from 2pm until 5pm with mini fashion shows throughout the day along with a grand prize draw.

Antrim

Celebrate World Animal Day this Sunday at Carnfunnock Park.  Join Debbie Doolittle as she introduces some of Northern Ireland’s most magical mammals. With special guest appearances from Mrs. Fox and her friends, spend the afternoon with Debbie as she teaches all about these mammals and how you can help them. 2.00pm to 4.30pm.  £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.  Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by an adult.   Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2826 2471.

Belfast

Monster Manor is back at W5!  And it’s even spookier than last year! The singing pumpkins, dancing skeletons, floating ghosts, witches and monsters have been joined by some new phantom friends this year. Some new rooms have been uncovered in the mansion where new scares await! It may be really spooky and a little bit eerie, but Monster Manor is a whole lot of fun. This Autumn, are you and your family brave enough to discover what lurks within MONSTER MANOR?  Weekends from 30th September, daily from 28th October – 5th November.

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Down

Bring your picnic and settle down on the lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens at Mount Stewart.  This Sunday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

Armagh

Hosted exclusively for the Food & Cider Festival, A Night in the Orchard is a dining experience all about great food, delicious cider, music and company. You will be served the best ciders on the lawns of Crannagael House, Portadown, Friday 22nd September at 7.00pm.

 

Fermanagh

Celebrate Fermanagh’s finest food and the waterways at Enniskillen Castle.  Ireland’s only island town, Enniskillen, will host Festival Lough Erne, a celebration of the very best of local food and the Fermanagh Lakelands, for a third year, on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September.  The weekend will see a host of activity on and off the water with cookery demonstrations by celebrity chefs, local artisan food and drink producers and live entertainment all taking place at the newly refurbished Enniskillen Castle.

 

Tyrone

Enjoy a day of free family fun on Hill of The O’Neill this Sunday. Bring your little ones to the Hill dressed as their favourite Superhero or Princess 2.00pm to 5.00pm and let their imaginations run free!  Activities on the day will include a superhero academy, princess singalong, medieval village, arts and crafts, face painting, amusements, pet farm and much more.  Admission is free.

 

Derry/Londonderry

For the first time ever, the much loved fairy-tale comes to the stage in an unforgettable live production of song and laughter. Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Ruffy the Dog and Mr Bunny perform live on stage at the Millennium Forum this Saturday 23rd September.

 

Antrim

Join the NICHS for their Causeway Coast Walk this Saturday 23rd September and fundraise to help support local people with chest, heart and stroke conditions.  The coastal walk from takes you along iconic sites such as Carrick-a-rede, Ballintoy Harbour and Whitepark Bay.  Hidden harbours with the smallest church and majestic views then onto the world famous Giant’s Causeway and the outstanding beauty of Portballintrae.  If you haven’t been before you owe yourself to witness one of the best walks our country has to offer and if you have already been, you know you will want to return!

 

Belfast

Planning a wedding and looking for something a little different – or very different? The Quirky Weddings Alternative Wedding Fair was created with you in mind! The fair returns to the Waterfront Hall on Sunday September 24th from12.00pm to 5.00pm.  Not only is there a lot to see but also the first 500 visitors will get in half price! (Regular admission is £7).

 

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