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  1. Giant Adventures
    Join us for Giant Adventures and Giant Events taking place across Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion this year.
  2. Experience Activity & Adventure
    Come and try out 15 new outdoor activity and adventure experiences promising unforgettable moments for nature enthusiasts, soft adventurers and thrill-seekers alike in the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark.
  3. 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.
  4. What's On April
    April in Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion is packed with diverse events celebrating nature, culture, and adventure. Visitors can enjoy outdoor events such has guided walks, hands-on activities like making flower arranging and pottery.

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Same Art Examples
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-27th June 2025

Make Art with Sand!

Child at open flame, bushcraft
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

Our Bushcraft session for children and young people give the opportunity to unplug from technology…

Scones & Stories Poster for Weekly drop-in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationCullyhanna, Newry

Openings

Season

14th February 2025-12th March 2027

Weekly Friday Drop-in Sessions in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre.  Every Friday 11am - 2pm …

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

Wild River Dipping Hiking
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Every Saturday Morning

15th February 2025-25th April 2026

Hike to the secret spots and immerse in the rivers of the Mourne Mountains. An activity that…

A monotype print by Sara Brown of ladies swimming. It can be seen in the forthcoming exhibition "Connections" at Down Arts Centre from 10 April - 3 Ma
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

10th April 2025-3rd May 2025

This 'Connections' exhibition is the latest in the cross-border series of contemporary art…

Painted Earth's new gallery opening
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

4th April 2025

We're very excited to launch our brand-new Art and Craft Gallery and would love you to join us for…

Step into Nature: A Walk from Leitrim Lodge
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

7th April 2025

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Leitrim Lodge on a guided nature walk. Explore striking…

Poster for Group Tours of Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

13th February 2025-30th April 2026

Group Tours of The Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre For a perfect day out book your guided group…

Poster for Guided Walks Creggan Churchyard
LocationCreggan

Openings

Season

6th April 2025

Join Úna Walsh on the first Sunday of every month in Creggan Graveyard for a living history tour. …

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

A view of the Mourne Mountains. Conservation in Action: A Walk to Slieve Binnian
LocationAnnalong

Openings

Season

9th April 2025

Join us for on a walk & talk event to Slieve Binnian. You'll see firsthand the important work of…

Examples of Cookies
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-26th June 2025

Paint Your Own Cookies

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…

Poster promoting "Thursdays with Elvis" at Down Arts Centre. New play by Martin Lynch,
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Matinee Performance (Doors open from 1pm)

5th April 2025

Evening Performance (Doors open from 7pm)

5th April 2025

Lana is a single mother of 12-year-old Libby. She struggles with the cost of living and the rising…

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,…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Anastasiia Todchuk - Only Hope
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

9th April 2025

Only Hope and The Escape Artist give a unique insight in to the impact of War, especially on young…

Turn on the tap: A Tour of Fofanny Treatment Works
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

8th April 2025

Season

8th April 2025

Season

8th April 2025

Turn on the tap: A tour of Fofanny Treatment Works *Meet at Silent Valley Mountain Park*. Walking…

3 Generations Enjoying a Field Walk
LocationKilkeel

Openings

5, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 April 2025

5th April 2025-26th April 2025

Enjoy an hour long Cranfield Alpaca Field Walk with our cute and cuddly alpacas and get up close…

Comic Club 7+
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

13th March 2025-29th May 2025

Calling all Superheroes!!! Explore the art of comic making and bring your own characters and…

Image of bunch of flowers for the Easter Basket Workshop
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

In the stunning surroundings of Montalto Estate, join us in Montalto House and learn how to make…

Built to Last: The History and Legacy of NI Water's Estate
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

10th April 2025

This presentation will focus on the construction of the Silent Valley Dam and its historic…

Montalto House
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

Your visit will begin with a warm welcome while you enjoy tea, coffee and homemade shortbread in…

Next Week

Same Art Examples
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-27th June 2025

Make Art with Sand!

Scones & Stories Poster for Weekly drop-in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationCullyhanna, Newry

Openings

Season

14th February 2025-12th March 2027

Weekly Friday Drop-in Sessions in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre.  Every Friday 11am - 2pm …

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

Barbara Dickson
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

(Doors open at 7pm)

11th April 2025

In this special acoustic performance Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her…

Wild River Dipping Hiking
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Every Saturday Morning

15th February 2025-25th April 2026

Hike to the secret spots and immerse in the rivers of the Mourne Mountains. An activity that…

A monotype print by Sara Brown of ladies swimming. It can be seen in the forthcoming exhibition "Connections" at Down Arts Centre from 10 April - 3 Ma
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

10th April 2025-3rd May 2025

This 'Connections' exhibition is the latest in the cross-border series of contemporary art…

Children's Easter Crafts
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

12th April 2025

Season

12th April 2025

Arts and crafts for families

Step into Nature: A Walk from Leitrim Lodge
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

7th April 2025

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Leitrim Lodge on a guided nature walk. Explore striking…

Poster for Group Tours of Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

13th February 2025-30th April 2026

Group Tours of The Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre For a perfect day out book your guided group…

Willow Birdfeeder
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Workshop One

12th April 2025

Workshop Two

12th April 2025

Join Heather McDermott to make a beautiful Willow bird feeder for Spring. Using sustainable organic…

Enjoying the best sunset in the country out on the water
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

11th April 2025

Do you want to relax in nature, be on the water, enjoy gourmet BBQ food, have a drink while…

Child writing down details about a red squirrel and taking the details from a poster attached to a tree.
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

12th April 2025

Let's explore the fascinating world of these little mammals, Lets go nuts for squirrels!

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

A view of the Mourne Mountains. Conservation in Action: A Walk to Slieve Binnian
LocationAnnalong

Openings

Season

9th April 2025

Join us for on a walk & talk event to Slieve Binnian. You'll see firsthand the important work of…

child sitting at a table learning about nature in Kilbroney Park
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

13th April 2025

Team up with our nature enthusiasts for a whirlwind of art, games, and fun activities. They will…

Examples of Cookies
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-26th June 2025

Paint Your Own Cookies

Getting to the top on an amazing sea cliff rock climb!
LocationHilltown

Openings

Season

13th April 2025

The newest olympic sport, and a the next step in most hikers outdoor journey, Rock climbing is a…

Conservation in Action: A Walk to Millstone Mountain
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

11th April 2025

Walking tour of National Trust site with an overview of the work implemented as we aim to bring the…

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…

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,…

Compass practice on navigation skills course in the Mournes
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

12th April 2025

Do you want to improve your navigation skills and have a great day out in the hills at the same…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Anastasiia Todchuk - Only Hope
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

9th April 2025

Only Hope and The Escape Artist give a unique insight in to the impact of War, especially on young…

Turn on the tap: A Tour of Fofanny Treatment Works
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

8th April 2025

Season

8th April 2025

Season

8th April 2025

Turn on the tap: A tour of Fofanny Treatment Works *Meet at Silent Valley Mountain Park*. Walking…

Next Month

Same Art Examples
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-27th June 2025

Make Art with Sand!

Child at open flame, bushcraft
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

17th May 2025

Our Bushcraft session for children and young people give the opportunity to unplug from technology…

Scones & Stories Poster for Weekly drop-in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationCullyhanna, Newry

Openings

Season

14th February 2025-12th March 2027

Weekly Friday Drop-in Sessions in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre.  Every Friday 11am - 2pm …

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

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Make your day

  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
    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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