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  1. Down Arts Centre Programme
    Located in the heart of Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre produces a programme of arts events throughout the year; including exhibitions, live theatre, music entertainment and comedy performances, as well as a wide range of workshops and classes.
  2. Dramability pop up 'Stages Cafe' at Down Arts Centre
    Join us at Down Arts Centre, nestled in the heart of Downpatrick, this Saint Patrick's Day for a delightful celebration of creativity and culture. Enjoy a range of activities, including arts and crafts, captivating street performers, and demonstrations of St. Brigid’s Cross-making.
    1. 17 Mar 2025

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Flower arranging at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop One

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

These flower arranging classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced flower arrangers.…

Luke Kelly in concert
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open at 7pm)

21st February 2025

The Legend of Luke Kelly at Down Arts Centre is an authentic show celebrating the life and songs of…

valentine workshop
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

22nd February 2025

Celebrate the season of love and friendship in our February workshop, Love & Kindness!

Tai Chi
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

Tai Chi is a gentle flowing exercise which aims to enhance the bodies intrinsic energy system.

King Frankie at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Bar available from 7pm)

20th February 2025

Join us at Down Arts Centre for a special screening of King Frankie, part of the Film Hub N.I…

painting pottery at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop One

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

Learn how to work with clay using hand-building techniques such as slab work, pinch pots, coiling,…

Brenda Morgan
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Six week class | Tutor: Martin McParland

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

Gentle Hatha Yoga - the focus of this class is primarily to connect the breath and the body in a…

Celebrate Love and Magic with AMELíA
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

20th February 2025

On Thursday 20 February, join us for a romantic start to the day with the whimsical French…

PAUL CURRIE ‘MIRROR PAUL’
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

6th February 2025-1st March 2025

This exhibition is about looking, observing and dissecting the many layers of humanity that Paul…

Breath & Sound with Guided Mediatation and Cacao
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

22nd February 2025

The Breath & Sound experience is a sacred journey back to yourself—a soul reset that offers space…

Painting with Martin McParland
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Six week class one | Tutor: Martin McParland

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

This painting course by Martin McParland in Downpatrick is aimed at both beginners and those who…

oil painting
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Class One - Tutor: Gemma Blakely

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

This painting course is aimed at both beginners and those who have some experience of acrylic…

Next Week

Tai Chi
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

Tai Chi is a gentle flowing exercise which aims to enhance the bodies intrinsic energy system.

Image showing the goal post at night with the floods turned on. Under the lights by Maria Connolly
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Bar available from 7pm)

28th February 2025

Josh Blair was never any good at team sports, that is until he joins Validus Grammar and goes along…

Brenda Morgan
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Six week class | Tutor: Martin McParland

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

Gentle Hatha Yoga - the focus of this class is primarily to connect the breath and the body in a…

PAUL CURRIE ‘MIRROR PAUL’
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

6th February 2025-1st March 2025

This exhibition is about looking, observing and dissecting the many layers of humanity that Paul…

Painting with Martin McParland
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Six week class one | Tutor: Martin McParland

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

This painting course by Martin McParland in Downpatrick is aimed at both beginners and those who…

Image of Cut Rubber -  described as a “high energy indie garage rock band with a punky twist.”
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open from 7pm)

1st March 2025

This is Cut Rubber’s first return to Down Arts Centre since opening for Downpatrick legends Ash in…

Flower arranging at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop One

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

These flower arranging classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced flower arrangers.…

painting pottery at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop One

22nd January 2025-26th February 2025

Learn how to work with clay using hand-building techniques such as slab work, pinch pots, coiling,…

oil painting
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Class One - Tutor: Gemma Blakely

21st January 2025-25th February 2025

This painting course is aimed at both beginners and those who have some experience of acrylic…

Next Month

Tai Chi
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

11th March 2025-15th April 2025

Tai Chi is a gentle flowing exercise which aims to enhance the bodies intrinsic energy system.

A poster promoting, Fireside Stories in Newry, Newcastle and Downpatrick this March.
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Newcastle, Events Space

14th March 2025

A spectacular fire performance, Fireside Stories, by renowned circus company, Nikki & JD and Lost…

A poster promoting the Fireside Stories event in Newry, Newcastle and Downpatrick this March.
LocationNewry

Openings

Newry (Albert Basin)

15th March 2025

A spectacular fire performance, Fireside Stories, by renowned circus company, Nikki & JD and Lost…

Cast of Give my Head Peace
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Bar available from 7pm)

7th March 2025

Give My Head Peace After numerous sell-out tours across Northern Ireland last year, the Give My…

Kieran Goss and Annie Kinsella
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open at 7pm)

28th March 2025

The Irish duo will be taking to the stage to perform tracks from 'Oh, The Starlings' their…

Spring wreath
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

22nd March 2025

Add a touch of spring into your home by joining us this morning to enjoy this fun and informative…

A photograph of Martin McParland painting on a canvas in Down Arts Centre whilst leading an acrylic painting course.
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

11th March 2025-15th April 2025

This painting course by Martin McParland is aimed at both beginners and those who have some…

Brenda Morgan
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

11th March 2025-15th April 2025

Gentle Hatha Yoga - the focus of this class is primarily to connect the breath and the body in a…

PAUL CURRIE ‘MIRROR PAUL’
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

6th February 2025-1st March 2025

This exhibition is about looking, observing and dissecting the many layers of humanity that Paul…

Image of Cut Rubber -  described as a “high energy indie garage rock band with a punky twist.”
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open from 7pm)

1st March 2025

This is Cut Rubber’s first return to Down Arts Centre since opening for Downpatrick legends Ash in…

Flower arranging at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop Two

12th March 2025-16th April 2025

These flower arranging classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced flower arrangers.…

painting pottery at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop Two

12th March 2025-16th April 2025

Learn how to work with clay using hand-building techniques such as slab work, pinch pots, coiling,…

oil painting
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Class Two - Tutor: Gemma Blakely

11th March 2025-15th April 2025

This painting course is aimed at both beginners and those who have some experience of acrylic…

mater group exhibition, Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

6th March 2025-5th April 2025

In celebration of International Women’s Day, this group exhibition invites viewers to…

Romeo and Juliet at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

9th March 2025

Join experienced Shakespeare director Andrea Montgomery and her two outstanding actors as they…

Dramability pop up 'Stages Cafe' at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

17th March 2025

Join us at Down Arts Centre, nestled in the heart of Downpatrick, this Saint Patrick's Day for a…

Three daisy flowers made out of paper
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

8th March 2025

Season

22nd March 2025

Celebrate the arrival of spring in our March workshop, Welcome Spring! This hands-on session…

Illustration of the five piece band Fleetwood Mac. A Tribute band performing 'Songs In The Key Of Fleetwood Mac' at Down  Arts Centre on 21 March 2025
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Door open at 7pm)

21st March 2025

“Songs in the Key of Fleetwood Mac” is a night that celebrates the legendary band’s essence,…

A poster promoting Fireside Stories
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Downpatrick (Grove Car Park)

13th March 2025

A spectacular fire performance, Fireside Stories, by renowned circus company, Nikki & JD and Lost…

Experience the Magic of Ireland with The Quiet Man
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

20th March 2025

This March, escape to the picturesque village of Inishfree and immerse yourself in one…

A poster promoting the Fireside Stories event in Newry, Newcastle and Downpatrick this March.

Openings

Downpatrick

13th March 2025

Newcastle

14th March 2025

Newry

15th March 2025

A spectacular fire performance, Fireside Stories, by renowned circus company, Nikki & JD and Lost…

Join us at Down Arts Centre on 14 March 2025 for a special screening of the critically acclaimed Irish documentary North Circular (2022). Directed by
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open at 7pm)

14th March 2025

St. Patrick’s Week Screening: North Circular (2022) As part of our St. Patrick’s Week celebrations,…

An image of the artwork for the BBC Radio 4 show 'Loose Ends' with a photograph imposed of presenter Stuart Maconie.
LocationWarrenpoint

Openings

Season

12th March 2025

Join Stuart Maconie as he hosts BBC Radio 4's Loose Ends in view of the Mourne Mountains.

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