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  1. Christmas Lights Switch on Events 2023
    Join Santa as he flies around Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion switching on Christmas lights and spreading Christmas cheer.
  2. Weekly What's On
    From family fun, fabulous festivals and vivacious events, let us help you plan your trip with out weekly guide to What's On.
  3. An image of tiered seating in the Down Arts Centre auditorium.
    Tickets for performances and workshops will be available to book from Monday 12 December online, by telephoning the box office 0330 137 4014 or in person at Down Arts Centre.
  4. Calendar of Giant Adventures title.  A programme of Giant Adventures, from marathons to vintage cars.  Come join us for Giant Adventures in Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion!
    From Artisan Markets to Summer Evening Cruises on Carlingford Lough; there's plenty happening this month!

This Week

ebike
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Electric Biking

Warrenpoint Artisan Market
LocationWarrenpoint

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Warrenpoint Artisan Market showcases local food producers and crafters work.

Christmas Dinner Cooking Class at Killeavy Castle Estate
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th December 2023

Get ready to master the art of cooking a scrumptious Christmas dinner and impress your family and…

festive choir
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

3rd December 2023

Join family and friends for a musical afternoon at Montalto this festive season.

Poster of Santa at Narrow Water Castle, Newry County Down
Location67 Newry Road, Newry

Openings

4.15pm - 7.30pm

3rd December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

7th December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

8th December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

9th December 2023

Step into the enchanting world of holiday magic at Narrow Water Castle, Newry, County Down this…

canoe
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Canoeing

Downpatrick Christmas lights switch on
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

3rd December 2023

Downpatrick will be the focal point for the Downpatrick Christmas Lights Switch On festivities on…

The Art of the blend
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

11th August 2023-9th December 2023

Whiskey Blending Experience

view from summit
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Hike 4th Highest Mountain in the Mournes

Cranfield Alpacas Christmasfest
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Join Cranfield Alpacas this December for our ChristmasFest Experience. Meet, greet, walk and feed…

Christmas Tree Fest of Foods poster
LocationAnnalong

Openings

Season

30th November 2023-9th December 2023

Christmas Tree Festival in Kilhorne Parish Church, Annalong featuring over 80 beautifully decorated…

Christmas at Newry and Mourne Museum
LocationCastle Street, Newry

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Season

9th December 2023

Arts and Crafts for Families at Christmas in Newry and Mourne Museum.

Advertisement for Newry Ghost Walk featuring an atmospheric image of a historic church, bathed in soft twilight with shadows hinting at its haunting p
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

10th November 2023-15th December 2023

Delve into Newry's eerie past with the renowned Newry Ghost Walk! Traverse ancient streets as…

Woman Cuddling Donkey
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

8th December 2023

Welcome to "Date with a Donkey" in Ballynahinch! Enjoy a unique 2-hour experience with charming…

Christmas wreath
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

3rd December 2023

Season

3rd December 2023

Get into the festive spirit and create a beautiful Christmas wreath out of natural materials and…

Visitors enjoying the castle ward Christmas market
LocationStrangford

Openings

Season

1st December 2023-3rd December 2023

Join us from 1 - 3 December for our Christmas Artisan Market. Pick up your local crafts and gifts…

LIVE MUSIC - DECEMBER AT THE CUAN, STRANGFORD
LocationStrangford

Openings

Season

1st December 2023-1st January 2024

Live Music at The Cuan - December & New Year's Day.

Beeswax Candle in Tealight Jar
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

6th December 2023

Join us for an eco-conscious holiday crafting workshop at Kinedale Donkeys in Ballynahinch, led by…

kayak
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Sit On Top Kayaking

SUP
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Yuletide Festival at Rowallane Garden
LocationSaintfield

Openings

Season

9th December 2023-10th December 2023

Yuletide Market returns to Rowallane Garden. Wrap up warm and have a cool Yule.

Santa at the lodge, East Coast Adventure, Rostrevor
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

17th November 2023-23rd December 2023

Fabulous Santa Experience at East Coast Adventure Rostrevor

Exterior of Slieve Donard with a Polar Express sign and train.
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th December 2023-21st December 2023

Our beloved Christmas event returns this December. Ride the Polar Express train to Santa's…

Electric Mountain Biking Rostrevor Mountain Bike Trails
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

7th June 2023-31st December 2023

Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning…

Next Week

ebike
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Electric Biking

Warrenpoint Artisan Market
LocationWarrenpoint

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Warrenpoint Artisan Market showcases local food producers and crafters work.

Christmas Dinner Cooking Class at Killeavy Castle Estate
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th December 2023

Get ready to master the art of cooking a scrumptious Christmas dinner and impress your family and…

Sound bath
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

10th December 2023

Discover the health benefits of Sound Baths Your practitioner will be Jasmine Monaco from We Are…

Poster of Santa at Narrow Water Castle, Newry County Down
Location67 Newry Road, Newry

Openings

4.15pm - 7.30pm

7th December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

8th December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

9th December 2023

4.15pm - 7.30pm

10th December 2023

Step into the enchanting world of holiday magic at Narrow Water Castle, Newry, County Down this…

canoe
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Canoeing

The Art of the blend
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

11th August 2023-9th December 2023

Whiskey Blending Experience

view from summit
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Hike 4th Highest Mountain in the Mournes

Cranfield Alpacas Christmasfest
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Join Cranfield Alpacas this December for our ChristmasFest Experience. Meet, greet, walk and feed…

Christmas Tree Fest of Foods poster
LocationAnnalong

Openings

Season

30th November 2023-9th December 2023

Christmas Tree Festival in Kilhorne Parish Church, Annalong featuring over 80 beautifully decorated…

Christmas at Newry and Mourne Museum
LocationCastle Street, Newry

Openings

Season

9th December 2023

Season

9th December 2023

Arts and Crafts for Families at Christmas in Newry and Mourne Museum.

Advertisement for Newry Ghost Walk featuring an atmospheric image of a historic church, bathed in soft twilight with shadows hinting at its haunting p
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

10th November 2023-15th December 2023

Delve into Newry's eerie past with the renowned Newry Ghost Walk! Traverse ancient streets as…

Woman Cuddling Donkey
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

8th December 2023

Welcome to "Date with a Donkey" in Ballynahinch! Enjoy a unique 2-hour experience with charming…

LIVE MUSIC - DECEMBER AT THE CUAN, STRANGFORD
LocationStrangford

Openings

Season

1st December 2023-1st January 2024

Live Music at The Cuan - December & New Year's Day.

Beeswax Candle in Tealight Jar
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

6th December 2023

Join us for an eco-conscious holiday crafting workshop at Kinedale Donkeys in Ballynahinch, led by…

kayak
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Sit On Top Kayaking

SUP
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Yuletide Festival at Rowallane Garden
LocationSaintfield

Openings

Season

9th December 2023-10th December 2023

Yuletide Market returns to Rowallane Garden. Wrap up warm and have a cool Yule.

Santa at the lodge, East Coast Adventure, Rostrevor
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

17th November 2023-23rd December 2023

Fabulous Santa Experience at East Coast Adventure Rostrevor

Newry Artisan Market
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

10th December 2023

Newry Artisan Market

Exterior of Slieve Donard with a Polar Express sign and train.
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th December 2023-21st December 2023

Our beloved Christmas event returns this December. Ride the Polar Express train to Santa's…

Electric Mountain Biking Rostrevor Mountain Bike Trails
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

7th June 2023-31st December 2023

Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning…

Poster for Visit Santa
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

1st December 2023-23rd December 2023

Santa is in residence at the Saint Patrick Centre

Avalon
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

4th December 2023

Avalon Quintet Rostrevor Folk Club at Crawfords Monday 4 December at 8pm

Next Month

ebike
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Electric Biking

Afternoon Tea at The Cuan, Strangford - The Perfect Christmas Gift
LocationStrangford

Openings

Season

20th January 2024

Afternoon Tea at The Cuan - The Perfect Christmas Gift

canoe
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

14th July 2023-30th April 2024

Come & Try Canoeing

material on dress makers dummy
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

20th January 2024

If you love the idea of making your own clothes but don't know where to start, this simple top…

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  1. Arts & Theatre Events
    Wander the galleries or take in a show with the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion. Our theatres, art centres and galleries are home to a busy calendar of events and festivals. Whether you’re a lover of musicals, or an art history buff, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.
  2. Sports Events
    The Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion has been the scenic backdrop to a number of world-class sporting events. Northern Ireland is home to international sporting superstars, like Rory McIlroy and the Dunlop family.
  3. Music Events
    We punch well above our weight when it comes to live music. Whether you’re looking for a traditional session in a cosy pub, hard-driving blues, or the glitz and glamour of musical theatre, we’ve got something to suit every taste.
  4. Family Events
    For days out with the whole family, the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion offers a busy calendar of events to suit all ages. Throughout the year, our towns and villages are hubs of activity and fun for the whole family.
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