{"id":16393,"date":"2018-07-16T08:57:44","date_gmt":"2018-07-16T07:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=16393"},"modified":"2018-07-16T08:57:44","modified_gmt":"2018-07-16T07:57:44","slug":"jacqueline-shares-her-pick-of-whats-on-this-weekend-across-ni-38","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2018\/07\/jacqueline-shares-her-pick-of-whats-on-this-weekend-across-ni-38\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacqueline shares her pick of what&#8217;s on this weekend across NI"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Down<\/h1>\n<p>The 2018 Carryduff Forklift Down Rally kicks off at the Eikon Centre, where the adrenaline fuelled action will kick off at 8.30am on the 21st of July. The live action will continue throughout the day with plenty of safe viewing areas within the Eikon Centre. There will also be lots of additional entertainment in the form of static car displays, interactive model car racing, kids entertainment, face painting and lots more.<\/p>\n<h1>Armagh<\/h1>\n<p>Asda Portadown\u00a0is hosting a Teddy Bear&#8217;s Picnic in aid of Children in Need at Kids United, North Way Community\u00a0Association on Thursday 19<sup>th<\/sup> July.\u00a0 There will be lots of \u2018bear-y\u2019 exciting activities for everyone to take part in, from teddy bear bingo to a traditional tombola.\u00a0A fun filled day for all the family to enjoy while doing their bit for Children in Need.\u00a0 Admission is free.<\/p>\n<h1>Fermanagh<\/h1>\n<p>Grab your favourite teddy bear and look out his best outfit, because you are invited to the Ultimate Teddy Bears&#8217; Picnic!\u00a0 Departing from SHARE on Sunday 22nd July at 11.00am &amp; 2.30pm\u00a0this picnic cruise will venture along Upper Lough Erne. On board all baby bears will enjoy a delicious picnic spread (don&#8217;t worry there will be food for mummy &amp; daddy bear as well) and take part in fun party games including Balloon Modelling and Teddy Bear Games.\u00a0Cruise last approximately 1 hour 30 minutes\u00a0and booking is essential as places are limited.<\/p>\n<h1>Tyrone<\/h1>\n<p>Book a guided a tour of \u00a0Hill of The O\u2019Neill Dungannon\u00a0&amp; \u00a0the exhibition space with an experienced guide when you\u2019ll hear tales of the skeletons found on the Hill during a major excavation in 2010, the escape tunnels leading from the O\u2019Neill castle which snake underneath Dungannon town, and the well which served as a hiding place for the inhabitants of the Hill during many sieges.\u00a0 At least two castles are thought to have been built on the hill, as well as a grand manor house and a fortified town.\u00a0 A walk to the top of brings stunning views across 7 Ulster counties, all the more impressive when seen from the height of a new glass viewing tower, making it all the more clear why this site was chosen by the famous O\u2019Neill dynasty to rule Gaelic Ireland for over 300 years. Tours run until 28th September at 2.30pm Monday to Friday.<\/p>\n<h1>Derry<\/h1>\n<p>Enjoy a day out with the kids at the Jungle! \u00a0\u00a0Set in deep countryside, engulfed in trees and streams, hills and hollows just outside Moneymore The Jungle uses a blend of creative vision, subtle touches, and some less-than-subtle machinery, and have fashioned it into an outdoor pursuits haven with a range of activities for children of all ages and abilities : Choose from Kids Adventure Packages, Kids Tree Top Adventure and Laser Tag from 10 per person.<\/p>\n<h1>Antrim<\/h1>\n<p>The Merchant of Venice is coming to Shaftesbury Park, Carrickfergus on Friday 20<sup>th<\/sup> July.\u00a0 Shakespeare\u2019s great courtroom drama is by turns gripping, funny, romantic and thought-provoking. International award-winning Illyria promise a production to keep you on the edge of your seat!\u00a0 \u00a33 per ticket. Free admission ticket for under 16s, must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets available for collection from\u00a0Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre, based within Carrickfergus Castle. Tel:\u00a0028 9335 8222.<\/p>\n<h1>Belfast<\/h1>\n<p>Keep your \u2018little explorers\u2019 busy this summer with the adventure of a lifetime at Belfast Zoo\u2019s Explorers\u2019 Club! From 23rd to 27th July, explore the wonderful world of animals through a five-day programme (9.15am to 3.30pm) of animal encounters, VIP behind the scenes access, crafts, animal enrichment and the chance to meet the zoo keepers.\u00a0 Tickets must be pre-booked, a registration form must be completed with the education team and payment must be received to secure your place.\u00a0 The Explorers\u2019 Club is open to children aged 7 to 11.<\/p>\n<p>For more details on these events and to add your events free go to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/whatsonni.com\/\">whatsonni.com<\/a>. 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