Category: Pick of the Week

Antrim

SPINNING YARNS is a one-day Festival celebrating the wonderful world of all things associated with wool & linen where we will showcase the colour, creativity and craft associated with these homespun yarns in all their forms.

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Armagh

Forest bathing retreat, Killeavy Castle Estate. Rest, reconnect and re-energise during this unique Nurturing Nature retreat, nestled within 350 acres of woodland and a working farm, at the foot of the volcanic mountain Slieve Gullion.

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Belfast

The Stormont Hotel Wedding Show takes place on Sunday 3rd September between 1pm and 4pm at the Stormont Hotel and admission is free!

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Down

The Eats and Beats festival in Newcastle is a celebration of food and music that brings together the best of both worlds. From delicious local cuisine to live performances by some of the hottest acts around, this festival is a must-see event for anyone who loves great food and great music.

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Fermanagh

Lough Erne Pilgrim Way Exhibition.  The Lough Erne Pilgrim Way exhibition is part of a wider programme of events, itineraries, online resources, community engagement, access improvements and conservation initiatives.

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Derry/Londonderry

Dreamscapes, Landscapes, Escapes, The Seamus Heaney Homeplace, Bellaghy.  Featuring Catherine Graham, Kate Newmann, Kathleen McCracken and John T Davies.

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Tyrone

Dungannon Comedy Festival returns this September for another night of side-splitting laughter with Micky Bartlett, Ciarán Bartlett, William Thompson, Conor Keys and Talal Jomar.

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Antrim

Make a Fairy House at the Family Pottery Class, Island Arts Centre! Interactive, creative fun for all the family. Enjoy getting stuck into wonderful tactile clay and experiment with shapes and forms in a sharing, welcoming environment.

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Armagh

Summer in the City!  Summer in the City hosts free pop-up events and activities for all ages in Armagh city centre every Saturday throughout Summer.  Starting on Saturday 22nd July until Saturday 9th September 2023 express yourself with cultural experiences, feed your curiosity or take some time out to refresh and rewind.

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Belfast

The 17th Belfast Mela Festival, sponsored by Sensata Technologies, celebrating Northern Ireland’s growing cultural diversity starts on Saturday 19 August with a spectacular FREE Mela Carnival through Belfast City Centre.

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Down

The return of the Wake the Giant Festival, the perfect reason to visit the charming town of Warrenpoint!  Nestled on the picturesque shores of Carlingford Lough, Warrenpoint is a town steeped in history and culture, and the annual Wake the Giant Festival is the perfect opportunity to experience it all.

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Fermanagh

Join Geopark guide Andy for a two hour walk around the beautiful Benaughlin mountain to explore the early Christin Heritage of the area. See the stunning geology, flora and fauna of this historic site.  Suitable for those with reasonable fitness, (Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult) If you need to cancel, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the event time.

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Derry/Londonderry

Echo Echo Dance Theatre Company will teach a fun and inclusive dance workshop inspired by the World Illustration Awards Exhibition allowing you to tell a story with movement at the Roe Valley Arts Centre. For children 7-12.

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Tyrone

Ulster Orchestra “On Your Doorstep”.  It’s become a favourite summer performance of the Ulster Orchestra and this year’s concert has a flavour of the silver screen, as the Orchestra perform much-loved film music from the likes of Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Star Wars, The Incredibles and more. They will also take you on a whirl round Europe with some toe-tapping dance music, inspired by folk music from Hungary and Czechia.

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Antrim

Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Market is delighted to be back at the Heart of the Glens Festival 2023.  You’ll find the market located at the Boat Club Carpark Cushendall.  Sunday13th August 11am – 4pm.  Featuring 30 artisan makers selling a range of gifts, art, craft, and food.

Armagh

Belfast

Down

Antrim

Ballycastle Seafront Artisan Market, August.The flagship artisan market of the Naturally North Coast & Glens on the beautiful Ballycastle Seafront.  This is an excellent showcase of local food, culture, heritage, and traditions, and it is an ideal destination for anyone looking for an authentic experience.

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Armagh

See Little Red Riding Hood at the Market Place Theatre Armagh.  A curious young girl weaves her way through the wintery woods to her grandma’s house. A journey full of surprises… A playful and imaginative re-telling of the timeless Brothers Grimm story.

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Belfast

Frock Around the Clock End of Summer Vintage Fair. The End of Summer Vintage & Handmade Fair will feature 36 fabulous stalls of vintage and handmade loveliness including some of your old favourites as well as some amazing new exhibitors.

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Down

CraftFest at Castle Ward. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever before, with more exhibitors, more activities, and more opportunities to immerse yourself in the world of local craftsmanship.

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Fermanagh

Rugby Tots Summer Classes, Enniskillen.

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Derry/Londonderry

The Summer Activity Programme continues this August at the Seamus Heaney Homeplace.

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Tyrone

From the Hill to the Fort, a celebration of Lunasa.  Take a guided tour of Hill of The O’Neill, have a break for tea/coffee and scones.  Then make your way by coach to Tullaghoge Fort and meet an O’Neill from the early 17th century.

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Hillyard House Hotel, Castlewellan, County Down

If you are looking for an outdoor adventure that combines breathtaking scenery and fun activities with a relaxing overnight stay, the Hillyard House Hotel is the perfect getaway. Experience a biking adventure through the fabulous forest trails just adjacent to this boutique style hotel from £183 a night. A perfect weekend getaway. £183 mountain biking B&B or £217 for a three-hour e-biking session. Visit www.hillyard-house.co.uk for more information.

The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, County Down

A summer treat at the Old Inn awaits. Enjoy B&B, a three-course meal in The Restaurant with a bottle of wine and a full Irish Breakfast next morning from £260.  There is also access to the Tranquil Treetop Spa, overlooking Crawfordsburn Country Park. Visit www.theoldinn.com  for more information.

Corick House Hotel and Spa, Clogher, County Tyrone

Escape to the countryside for a two-night break from £160 per person. Relax in the walled garden or spend an hour in the thermal suite enjoying the hydrotherapy pool, sauna, and steam room. Spend the evening dining on a three-course meal in the lovely Carelton Restaurant. For extra indulgence, there is late checkout. Visit www.corickcountryhouse.com  for more information.

Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Subject to availability.

For more information on what’s on or to plan a short break in Northern Ireland, visit https://discovernorthernireland.com/

Antrim

This summer the Summer Fun is coming to Antrim Lough Shore with the Sixmile Festival!

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Armagh

Summer in the City hosts free pop-up events and activities for all ages in Armagh city centre every Saturday throughout Summer.

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Belfast

Code Clock are once again hosting their annual ‘Summer School of Programming’ in the magnificent Computer Science building in Queens University, Belfast, running from Monday 31st of July until 4th of August 2023.

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Down

Antrim

Come, take a walk in the country at one of Northern Ireland’s best known one-day regional agricultural shows. Antrim Show, 22nd July.

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Armagh

Meet new friends at our fun packed Action Grasshopper Summer Scheme at the Palace Stables, Armagh. Suitable for 5-12 year olds.

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Belfast

Máirtín O’Connor Band | Maeve O’Donnell, Catríona Ní Ghribín & Ciara Maguire, live at the Empire Music Hall.

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Down

The annual Ards and North Down Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships will be located at N’Ards Airfield this year.

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Fermanagh

Throughout July 2023, Share Discovery Village is offering teens the opportunity to join our Multi-Activity Adventure Summer Camps in Fermanagh.

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Derry/Londonderry

Hoobity Festival is back this year and it’s going to be even better than before!

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Tyrone

Belvoir Players present a hilarious evening of the comedy and mayhem from the pen of Sam Cree. Muriel and Herbie, a pigeon keeper, enjoy life in Belfast.  Strule Arts Centre, Omagh.

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Antrim

Kids Bushcraft Summer Camps, Carrickfergus. Recommended 7 to 13 Year’s. It’s a great opportunity to get your kids back out into nature in a safe and controlled environment.  These are always popular sessions with limited spaces, so get booking to avoid disappointment.

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Armagh

Join Bricks 4 Kidz at the Planetarium for some fun space-themed brick-building workshops, where kids can make their very own cosmic creations out of colourful LEGO® bricks.

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Belfast

Bright Sparks is W5’s exciting week-long summer camp for inquisitive young minds aged 8 to 11. Bright Sparks is specially designed to bring out the budding scientist in everyone. This year’s camps will be running on selected dates in July and August. Each day will be jam-packed with exciting activities linked to science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).

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Down

Classic Cars at Montalto Estate.

Fermanagh

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Derry/Londonderry

Pooches in the Park, Derry City Rugby Club. A fun family day out for you and your dog with a dog show, agility course and goody bags!

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Tyrone

Dinosaur Show Live at Kelly’s Inn Omagh! This fun, family friendly show with some of the most realistic dinosaurs you will ever see anywhere in the world.This amazing 1hr show  showcases the latest  animatronic technology and award winning puppetry.

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Antrim

Armagh

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Derry/Londonderry

Roe Valley Reels present SONG OF THE SEA Saturday 24 June, 2pm.  This enchanting Irish award-winning animation tells the story of Ben and his little sister Saoirse – the last Seal-child – who embark on a fantastic journey across a fading world of ancient legend and magic.

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Tyrone

Welcome to Curtain Call at the Burnavon Theatre Cookstown. Dancers from Caroline Creggan Dance School will be performing routines from some of the best known musicals & movies.

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