Category: Pick of the Week

Antrim

Glass making workshop,Island Arts Centre, Lisburn. Glass artist Keith Sheppard will teach you various design techniques to get you started, demonstrate the tools required for glass cutting, and show you how to work safely and handle glass with confidence.

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Armagh

Menopause the Musical 2, Marketpalce Theatre. Starring Mary Byrne (X Factor), Jessica Martin (Copycats), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Susie Fenwick (West End Star).

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Belfast

Tale of a Frozen Heart, W5. Join W5 for a very special cosplay theatre event as we transport you on a frozen quest filled with friendship, betrayal and sisterly love.

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Down

Portico of Ards are delighted to welcome international organist and Bach specialist Anne Page to Portico.

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Fermanagh

Earth Yoga in the Heart of the Cave, Florencecourt, Enniskillen.

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Derry/Londonderry

The Ulster Orchestra and Dr Leah Broad at Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy.

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Tyrone

Lore and Gathered Voices, Ranfurly on the Hill Dungannon. The band have teamed up with Dungannon’s very own Gathered Voices for a unique collaboration at Ranfurly House Arts & Visitor Centre on Friday 19th May.

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Antrim

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the heart of Lisburn at a special tea dance event at Market Square on Friday 17th March.

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Armagh

Join Lurgan Action Cancer Community Group on Sunday for a 5K Mother’s Day Walk within the beautiful surrounds of Lurgan Park on Saturday 18th March, both an uplifting and tranquil experience.

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Belfast

Check out the The 2:19 Blues Band, St Patrick’s Day with support from The John Andrews Band Live at The Pavilion, Belfast . These gigs sell out FAST

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Down

Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day Treasure Trail in search of mischievous Leprechauns at Montalto Eastate. You will receive a pack from our Ticket Office which will include a map to help you with your search.

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Fermanagh

The St Patrick’s Day Fringe events take place at various venues across Enniskillen, 16th and 17th March.

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Derry/Londonderry

Celebrate the arrival of Spring in all its colourful splendour with a magical programme of music, dance, food and folklore this St Patrick’s Day at the Spring Carnival Derry 2023.

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St Patrick’s Day family fun at the Hill of the O’Neill in Dungannon. Come along to our FREE celebrations on the Hill from 1pm – 4.30pm! (No booking required).

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Antrim

‘Les Nuits d’Été’ or Summer Nights is a song cycle which we will stage in the round, performed by mezzo soprano Sinéad O’Kelly and pianist Bryan Evans in the historic Courtyard Theatre in Newtownabbey.

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Armagh

The award-winning Celtic Soul are returning to The Market Place with their definitive tribute to Van Morrison.  Following a sell-out performance at Belfast’s Ulster Hall in 2019 they went on to receive an IMRO Gold Award for their performance in Radio Ulster’s Astral Weeks special.

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Belfast

Step inside the family home of footballing superstar George Best, as it would’ve been in the summer of 1961 when a fifteen-year-old George left to follow his dreams in Manchester.

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Down

Featuring the perfect combo of organ and trumpet, Matilda Lloyd and Richard Gowers bring their highly acclaimed UK tour to Portico of Ards.

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Fermanagh

Floral workshops at Rossclare Lodge. Sunday 12th March at 2.30pm – living wreath of bulbs and spring flowers – £38 per person, or £65 per couple. Lovely gift for Mother’s Day. Refreshments included.

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Derry/Londonderry

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Seamus Heaney, and explore through his words and imagination the people and place that so inspired him.  Described by Michael Longley as “an echo chamber for the poet’s beautiful lines”, Seamus Heaney HomePlace features a fully interactive exhibition over two floors, filled with personal stories, images and the voice of the poet himself.

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Tyrone

Jacqueline from whatsonni.com shares her pick of what’s on this weekend across NI.

Antrim

Larne Museum & Arts Centre will be open on Saturday 7th January 2023 from 10.00am – 4.00pm.   Come along to see our permanent exhibition gallery which explores the agricultural, industrial, military and maritime history of the area.

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Armagh

Saturday Craft Kids Workshop, Danann Crafts, Lurgan.

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Mother Goose – an EGGS-trava-GANDER of a pantomime!With the usual mix of comedy, music and fun delivered by Belvoir Players pantomimes, Mother Goose promises to be a show not to be missed.

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Down

Join Hastings Hotels for a very special evening with Brian Kennedy on 7th January at the Culloden Estate and Spa.

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Fermanagh

Get your Christmas Jumper out again this weekend for a good cause! Hike for Omagh Riding for Disabled and Home-Start Omagh District.

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Derry/Londonderry

Event Cinema returns to Movie House Cinemas – Cityside Belfast, Coleraine and Maghera on Jan 7 & 8th 2023 at 2pm.  Andre and his Johann Straus orchestra will delight you with his romantic melodies, popular classics, party tunes and beloved waltzes.

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Tyrone

oals, Growth and Gratitude Event on Sunday 8th January 2023 at An Creagán.  Are you ready for a day of conversation, creativity and confidence building? Where you get to connect with like-minded people and start 2023 off on the right foot?.

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Antrim

Big Telly’s Elf Factory – Pop up Shop, Tower Centre Ballymena.  Come along to the Elf Factory interactive experience on Friday 9 December from 3pm – 7.30pm, and Saturday 10 December from 11am – 3.30pm.

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Armagh

Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon Music Experience at Armagh Planetarium.  Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound. With spellbinding abstract projections on the dome, audiences will be surrounded to create a truly astonishing experience.

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Belfast

Santa Special Steam Train. Ho, ho, ho! It’s that time of year again when we deck the halls and work out who has been naughty and who has been nice. What better way to welcome in the festive period by booking one of our festive Santa Special steam trains?

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Down

The Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market returns with festive food & fun for a second year.  As the shops begin to fill with festive goodies and the season’s favourite songs are starting to be heard, Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is delighted to announce the return of the Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market this December on Friday 9th December.

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Fermanagh

Cancer Connect NI is delighted to announce the return of their Magical Winter Wonderland to the Island town of Enniskillen.  Families will begin their experience at the railway station located at Eden Street (behind B&M). Once checked in at the ticket booth, you will be greeted by Mrs Claus and her elves. You will be invited to board our AMAZING Polar Express which is the only road TRAIN in Ireland.

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Derry/Londonderry

Back by popular demand the “Christmas Country with the Stars Show” returns for another super night of toe-tapping Country magic with a festive feel at the Roe Valley Arts Centre, Limavady.

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Tyrone

Santa and a very helpful elf will be tucked away in Strule Arts Centre Omagh, ready to welcome children and families and provide a magical Christmas experience this weekend.

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Antrim

Mallusk Enterprise Park Christmas Market takes place this weekend.  Find local businesses and social enterprises to shop and support, enjoy our entertainment line up including live music from Audio Level DJ, indulge in festive drinks and nibbles and browse the entries to the Children’s Art Competition. There will also be a free Santa’s Grotto experience and a festive food mountain built in aid of the Newtownabbey Food Bank and a Children’s Gift mountain in aid of Cash for Kids.

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Armagh

It’s been the godmother of all waits, but this Christmas at The Market Place Theatre, you shall go to the ball!  Pantomime is back with all the traditional festive ingredients; an amazing cast, glittering set, laugh-out-loud humour, plenty of boos and hisses, all topped off with a sprinkling of fairy magic! So dust off your ball gowns and join us for the classic rags-to-riches tale with a modern twist – ‘Cinderella’.

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Belfast

Children’s Craft Christmas at Clifton House. Why not let the kids experience something different this Festive season? Step back in time to Christmas 250 years ago and see how children once celebrated in the Poorhouse. Learn about their traditions, gifts, food and entertainment. It’s not the ‘Scrooge’ you’d imagine it to be.

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Down

Santa Cruise, Strangford Activity Centre. Join the merry old elf for a hair-raising sleigh ride around the islands aboard a fast speed boat – Black Jacket. Hold onto your santa hats asyou fly through the waters of Strangford Lough!

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Fermanagh

Share on Ice! SHARE Discovery Village is kicking off an exciting festive period with SHARE Village on Ice: a fantastic indoor synthetic rink, which is almost identical to a frozen surface but much more eco-friendly for all the family to enjoy. Whether you’re a budding skater or a confident glider, our wheelchair-friendly ice rink is open to all ages and abilities!

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Derry/Londonderry

Roe Valley Speciality Christmas Market.  Join Roe Valley on Saturday 3rd December for their Limabady Christmas Market, offering shoppers a warm welcome, with friendly traders and the choice of a range of unique local produce, Craft, Art, Treats, Street Food and speciality handcrafted items, this a perfect opportunity to pick up some unique Christmas Gifts and treats for all the family!

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Tyrone

Carol and Jimmy’s Cracker is back at the Burnavon Cookstown this weekend after two long years!

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Antrim

The Baby Shark Show, Lisburn. See the story behind the song come to life!  Venture into the deep blue sea and join Baby on the adventure of a life-time. 

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Armagh

Beginners Watercolour Painting Workshop. This class will be a great way to take time out and relax, and explore your creative side! Under the expert guidance of tutor George Gourley, who has extensive experience working with all levels of ability, you will be amazed at the brilliant work you can produce!

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Belfast

The Belfast International Arts Festival continues until the 6th November with a packed programme.

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Down

The best of the Eagles AND Fleetwood Mac!Led by Niamh Kavanagh, she of the mesmerizing voice and mischievous spirit, The Illegals will take you on a journey of soulful harmonies, exciting riffs, blistering guitars and unforgettable songs.

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Fermanagh

The Strangest Things Trail continues until the 5th November at Enniskillen Castle.

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Derry/Londonderry

One of Ireland’s most respected contemporary folk artists, Luka Bloom continues to push the boundaries of what his music can do. A master interpreter, he has continued to balance original songs with reinventions of tunes by a diverse range of songwriters. See him perform live at the Flowerfield Arts Centre this weekend!

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Tyrone

Don’s miss your chance to catch Dundrum’s finest, Mr. Patrick Kielty, as he brings his critically acclaimed BORDERLINE stand up show to The Burnavon.

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Antrim

Fancy something different? Track down Dracula this Halloween with Whitehead Railway Museum – a family-focused ‘soft’ Dracula story-telling show, performed within the Museum premises.

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Armagh

Little Spooks returns to the Navan Centre & Fort this Halloween, with ghoulishly good fun for all the family! Our spooky stage show sees a world -amous vampire hunter arriving in Transylvania in search of Dracula’s castle! Can you help him find the courage to succeed in his quest? But beware, Count Dracula (and his mummy!) stand in the way!

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Belfast

Join the RSPB’s Window on Wildlife this Halloween as they lay on a host of activities at their Spooky Pumpkin Patch as part of the Big Wild Halloween celebrations

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Down

Journey into the Seven Kingdoms this Halloween and explore the making of Game of Thrones, at the world’s only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour at Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

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Fermanagh

Experience the scares and thrills as you venture through the chilling graveyard forest at the Share Discovery Village.  Can you make it through without getting lost…or worse?

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Derry/Londonderry

The Walled City of Derry~Londonderry comes alive for Europe’s biggest Halloween festival, full of folklore, feasting and family fun. Around 100,000 people are expected to attend this year’s festival which takes place at 14 key locations across the city. The festival comes together in one giant finale with the return of the magnificent carnival parade and epic fireworks display which will see around 40,000 revellers gather on Halloween night for the first time since the pandemic. 

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Tyrone

Will you survive the thrills and chills of our Torchlight Tour this Hallowe’en at the Haunting of Drowned Horse Creek, Omagh?

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