Discover a packed season of live arts at Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick from September to December 2025. Our autumn/winter programme is bursting with theatre, live music, comedy, film, exhibitions, workshops, and festive family shows.
Live Music and Comedy in Downpatrick
Highlights include Paddy Raff’s new comedy tour, Eleanor McEvoy live in concert, powerful new drama with Forever & Ever, traditional music from Tempest, and heartfelt tributes such as All the Best: A Tribute to John Prine. Film fans can enjoy classics like The Graduate, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and festive favourite It’s a Wonderful Life.
Family-Friendly Events and Christmas Shows
Families are in for a treat with Little Bo Peep’s Christmas Mix Up, The Ghosts Who Stole Christmas (Back!), and our much-loved Christmas Fair. Plus, explore seasonal exhibitions, join creative classes from painting to pottery, and take part in wellbeing workshops including yoga, Tai Chi and sound healing.
Theatre and Film Screenings in Down Arts Centre
Enjoy classics and inspiring stories brought to the stage and screen, including:
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The Graduate (film classic)
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show (a timeless musical screening)
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It’s a Wonderful Life (Christmas classic)
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New productions such as That Knave, Raleigh and From a Forest to a Fiddle
Located in the heart of Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre is your destination for arts, culture and entertainment in Newry, Mourne and Down. Book tickets online at www.downartscentre.com.
