Fringe Events in Newcastle

Newcastle Fringe Events during the Amgen Irish Open

Explore a variety of exciting family activities during the Amgen Irish Open at the Newcastle Fringe Events that everyone can enjoy!

Pop-Up Food Village with Live Entertainment, Friday 13 - Sunday 15 September 

Join us at the Event Space on Central Promenade (to the rear of the Newcastle Centre) for a taste of Newcastle's best street food, refreshing drinks, and live performances. It's the perfect spot to relax, enjoy great food and soak in the lively atmosphere.

• Friday 13 September: 3pm – 9pm

• Saturday 14 September: 1pm – 9pm

• Sunday 15 September: 1pm – 6pm

What to expect:

• A variety of delicious food vendors to satisfy all tastebuds.

• A selection of drinks will be available from the bar to keep you refreshed.

• Test your golfing skills with fun virtual golf experiences.

• Six artists from Vault Studios in Belfast have come together to design a brand new Crazy Art Golf Course, which will be free for people to enjoy. Eight holes, covering  that have been designed by some of Northern Ireland's leading visual artists; Leo Boyd, Kerrie Hanna, Laura Nelson, Rob Hilken, Sally O'Dowd and eccentric inventor and puppeteer Mike Smith. Come down and compete with your friends and family to claim the bragging rights for being the Top Art Golfer!

• Catch the live action from the Amgen Irish Open on big screens, with comfortable seating available.

• Enjoy performances from local and visiting artists, creating the perfect soundtrack for the weekend.

Location: Event Space on Central Promenade

Newcastle Restaurant Weekend, Wednesday 11- Sunday 15 September

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate culinary celebration at Newcastle Restaurant Weekend, from Wednesday 11 September to Sunday 15 September! This event brings together the town’s food and drink scene, with local restaurants, cafes and bars offering exclusive menus, special deals, and a showcase of mouthwatering dishes crafted from the finest regional ingredients. Venues are also including expertly crafted cocktails made with the destination's local produce. If you’re a passionate foodie eager to explore new flavours, or a cocktail enthusiast, Newcastle Restaurant Weekend promises an unforgettable experience. With the town’s warm hospitality and scenic beauty as your backdrop, you’ll find this the perfect opportunity to relax, indulge, and savour everything this charming coastal town has to offer.

Location: Throughout Newcastle

Newcastle Food & Drink Tour, Saturday 14 September

Embark on a culinary adventure like no other on the Newcastle Food & Drink Tour with blue badge guide Mairead Sweeney on Saturday 14 September! This immersive walking experience takes you on a journey through the heart of Newcastle, where you’ll sample the very best of local cuisine and beverages. From award-winning restaurants to hidden gems, each stop on the tour offers a unique taste of the region’s finest produce, including fresh seafood, ice-cream and expertly crafted beverages. Along the way, you’ll meet passionate chefs and mixologists who will share the stories behind their creations, making this tour as informative as it is delicious. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this is the perfect way to discover the rich flavours of the region in one unforgettable day.

Location: Throughout Newcastle

Street Jam Art, Friday 13 – Saturday 14 September

With a live DJ set from NI-based hip-hop record producer Violently Ill (Ill Records), this two-day street art jam sees ten of Northern Ireland newst and hottest street art and graffiti stars come together to take on the theme of the Irish Open and entertain you with their graffiti skills. Come down to hang out with artists at work and delve deep into the hip-hop musical archives.

• Friday 13 September 3pm – 9pm

• Saturday 14 September 1pm – 9pm

Location: Central Promenade, Newcastle

Family Art Day, Sunday 15 September 1pm – 6pm

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of creativity and entertainment! 

Award-winning Ursula Burns is a harpist, musician, performer and comedienne from Belfast. Over 27 years playing harp in every venue imaginable. Unique Ursula invented her own hybrid style of harping merging Paraguyian and Celtic music. Ursula will be performing between 1pm and 5pm from her very own stage, the van that transforms into the Tardis-Imaginarium!

There will be a range of family arts and crafts activities throughout the afternoon including facepainting, badge making and papercraft, immersive bubble crafting and street entertainment as well as being able to view the new gallery of artworks created during the Street Art Jam on the previous days.

Location: Event Space on Central Promenade

Live Music and Street Performances Friday 13 – Sunday 15 September

• Friday 13 September from 4pm - 8pm

Ashlee Beth - Singer | Elfi Murphy - Singer | Buskerman - Singer/Guitar. 

• Saturday 14 September from 10am - 2pm & from 3pm - 7pm

Max Wallace - Singer | Keely Guy - Singer | Amanda Kirkpatrick - Singer | RUE Hanratty - Singer/Banjo | Jonny Denner - Guitar | Conor Sands - Singer | Grainne Fegan/Railway Gamblers - Trad Group. 

• Sunday 15 September from 2pm -  6pm

Victor Tyrrell - Singer/Song Writter | Zolene & the ALS Band - Band | Padraig Brown - Singer. 

Location: Event Space on Central Promenade & throughout Newcastle

Maps and Parking in Newcastle

Click here to find out more information about parking in Newcastle and click here to view a Map of Newcastle.

Car Parks in Newcastle

Donard Car Park (hard standing only)

Downs Road Car Park (limited availability)

Glen River Car Park

Rock Pool Car Park

Causeway Road Car Park

Shimna Road Car Park

Islands Car Park

Newcastle Centre Car Park

Castle Park

On-Street Parking (strictly 60 minute time restriction applies).

Residents and visitors are reminded of parking and access arrangements and restrictions during the Amgen Irish Open. Height restricting barriers will be in place and there will be no overnight parking permitted (12midnight to 6am). 

Motorhome users are advised to avail of the local privately operated facilities available in the Newcastle and surrounding areas for motorhomes. More information here.

Find out more here about parking, travel and the free public bus shuttle service to the 2024 Amgen Irish Open at Royal County Down.

Click here to download a copy of the Newcastle parking map

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These exciting elements will create a dynamic and immersive atmosphere in Newcastle during the Amgen Irish Open 2024.

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