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  1. Poster promoting Halloween in Newry City 2024 on Thursday 31 October 2024.

    Newry

    Address

    Newry Variety Market | Marcus Square, Hill Street | Newry & Mourne Museum, Newry, County Down, BT34 2BP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Get ready for a thrilling Halloween adventure on Thursday 31 October 2024, as Newry City gears up to double the fun with two exciting events in one spooktacular evening.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025
    From:
    31 Oct 2025
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    31 Oct 2025
  2. Storytelling in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Musicians in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest
    Children listening to some myths and legends along trail in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Storytelling in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Musicians in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest
    Children listening to some myths and legends along trail in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.

    Killeavy

    Address

    Slieve Gullion Forest Park, 89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of Slieve Gullion, this festival brings to life one of Ireland’s most storied landscapes, steeped in myths of giants, fairies, and ancient warriors. Whether you’re seeking spine-tingling thrills or…

    Dates

    From:
    20 Oct 2025to26 Oct 2025
  3. Santa switching on the Christmas tree lights in Newry City
    Newry City Christmas Tree
    Santa switching on the Christmas tree lights in Newry City
    Newry City Christmas Tree

    Newry

    Address

    Marcus Square, Newry, County Down, BT34 1AY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Newry City Christmas Lights Switch on took place in Newry City Centre on Thursday 21 November 2024 from 6pm – 8.30pm in Marcus Square and Hill Street. Check back soon for this year's highlights!

    Venue

    Newry Town Hall, Newry

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:30
  4. Am image showing the visitors gathering at Eats and Beats in Newcastle.
    Eats and Beats Festival takes place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September 2024 in Newcastle County Down. Chef cooking with local produce from Northern
    Am image showing the visitors gathering at Eats and Beats in Newcastle.
    Eats and Beats Festival takes place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September 2024 in Newcastle County Down. Chef cooking with local produce from Northern

    Newcastle

    Address

    Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The Eats and Beats festival in Newcastle, County Down is a celebration of food and music that brings together the best of both worlds. From delicious local cuisine to live performances by some of the hottest acts around, this festival is a must-see…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025

    Price

    Free
  5. Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024
    Guy Fawkes Celebrations, Kilkeel
    Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024
    Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024
    Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024
    Guy Fawkes Celebrations, Kilkeel
    Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024
    Guy Fawkes Night, Kilkeel 2024

    Kilkeel

    Address

    Lower Square Events Space, Kilkeel, County Down, BT34 4AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 77 5322 2553

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    The Schomberg Society is once again this year hosting their Guy Fawkes Celebrations in Kilkeel on Friday 8 November!

    The event will include a Parade accompanied by Marching Bands and Re-Enactors, which will leave from Reivers House at 7.30pm and…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2025Open 20:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  6. feet walking in sand
    Down Cathedral, Downpatrick lit up green to celebrate St Patrick's Festival.
    feet walking in sand
    Down Cathedral, Downpatrick lit up green to celebrate St Patrick's Festival.

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Down Cathedral and Saint Patrick's Grave, 35 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 4922

    Type

    Type:

    Cathedral/Church

    St Patrick's Weekend Celebration
    16th March at 7pm (St. Patrick's Eve) - Night of Worship at Saul Church

    'Godly Leadership' is the theme for this year's annual St Patrick's Festival service on Monday 17 March 2025 at Down Cathedral.

    9.15am Holy…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Mar 2026to17 Mar 2026
  7. Event in the Walled Garden

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Montalto Estate, Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 6100

    Price

    Price £8.40 to £25.20 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us in The Walled Garden, on May Bank Holiday, for a day full of entertainment and food in the perfect surroundings.

    Venue

    Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch

    Dates

    From:
    26 May 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Price £8.40 to £25.20 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  8. Wake the Giant stage
    Wake the Giant - artist
    Wake the Giant - Warrenpoint Municipal Park
    Wake the Giant - Girl on shoulders watching the Giant performance.
    Wake the Giant stage
    Wake the Giant - artist
    Wake the Giant - Warrenpoint Municipal Park
    Wake the Giant - Girl on shoulders watching the Giant performance.

    Warrenpoint

    Address

    Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3HW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The Wake the Giant Festival, is an annual event and the perfect reason to visit the charming town of Warrenpoint!

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025to29 June 2025Open 10:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  9. Kinky Boots

    Main Street, Newcastle

    Address

    Co Down, Newcastle, Main Street, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)75 7763 5104

    Price

    Price £11.00 to £12.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Arts

    Kinky Boot - The Musical

    Dates

    From:
    17 May 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £11.00 to £12.00 Per Ticket
  10. 11th July Afternoon Fun Day

    Kilkeel

    Address

    Manse Road, Kilkeel, Kilkeel, County Down, BT34 4BW

    Telephone

    +44(0)77 5322 2553

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    The 11th July Afternoon Fun Day is a free family friendly event for everyone to come and celebrate the 11th July and enjoy a fantastic range of activities for all of the family!

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  11. 12th July Parade with Drummers and Flags
    Poster for 2025 Twelfth
    12th July Parade with Drummers and Flags
    Poster for 2025 Twelfth

    Newcastle

    Address

    Main Street, Dundrum, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0LX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Dundrum will proudly host the annual Battle of the Boyne Celebrations on Saturday 12th July, with Castlewellan District LOL No. 12 welcoming thousands of participants and spectators for what promises to be a spectacular day of tradition, colour, and…

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2025Open 11:15 - 18:00

    Price

    Free
  12. Examples of Cookies

    Newcastle

    Address

    95 Main Street, Newcastle, Cpunty Down, BT330AE

    Telephone

    +44(0)78 8790 5025

    Type

    Type:

    Craft

    Paint Your Own Cookies

    Dates

    From:
    9 Sept 2024to26 June 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. A5 Flyer

    Downpatrick

    Address

    St Patrick's Square, Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 78 8773 6996

    Type

    Type:

    Show / Display

    Community family event full of spooky activities, fancy dress essential with great prizes from 5pm onwards

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025
  14. Group of people stopping for a pic under the bloody bridge waterfall
    Tackling the slippery slide waterfall!
    Group of people stopping for a pic under the bloody bridge waterfall
    Tackling the slippery slide waterfall!

    Newcastle

    Address

    Bloody Bridge car park, Newcastle, Co Down, BT330LA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)77 0711 1906

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Come and try one of the most popular watersports in the country, with the most popular company for delivering it!

    Dates

    From:
    26 May 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    12 July 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    9 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    24 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:15
    From:
    6 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    4 Oct 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    25 Oct 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Sketch of prisoners in Gaol Cell
    Gaol, Down County Museum
    NMD Council Logo
    Saint Patrick Centre Logo
    Prisoners
    Sketch of prisoners in Gaol Cell
    Gaol, Down County Museum
    NMD Council Logo
    Saint Patrick Centre Logo
    Prisoners

    Downpatrick

    Address

    English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 77 7511 2449

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Incorrigibles and Unfortunates: Gaols in Downpatrick
    Join Linda McKenna to explore Downpatrick's four seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth century gaol sites and the stories of their prisoners. The walk will finish at the Gallows Hill, the…

    Venue

    Down County Museum, Downpatrick

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket
  16. Kilkeel Twelfth

    Kilkeel

    Address

    Manse Road, Belfast, Kilkeel, Down, BT34 4BN

    Telephone

    028 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    The Mourne District LOL No. 6 Twelfth of July 2025 celebrations promise to be a spectacular showcase of culture, tradition, and community pride, set against the dramatic landscape of the Mourne Mountains

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  17. Poster for 2025 Summer Camp

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Main Street, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9DF

    Telephone

    +44 77 0202 4818

    Price

    Price £27.50 to £65.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Summer Events

    Summer Scheme:

    “Learn, Create & Grow”

    At Nurturing Minds, we believe that education goes beyond textbooks — it’s about building confidence, developing life skills, and nurturing happy, well-rounded children. That’s exactly what our Summer Scheme…

    Special Offers

    • Special Offer

      Sibling Discount: 10% off for each additional sibling

      More offers like this - Activity Offers

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to29 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £27.50 to £65.00 Per Ticket
  18. Little girl shooting bow & arrow with father behind her.
    Poster for Summer of Play
    Little girl shooting bow & arrow with father behind her.
    Poster for Summer of Play

    Strangford

    Address

    Castle Ward, Downpatrick Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7BA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 4488 1204

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Experience a summer of medieval adventure at Castle Ward! This summer, we've set aside the lawn games! From 5 July - 31 August, enjoy thrilling challenges, interactive quests, and fantasy fun!

    Venue

    Castle Ward, Strangford

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025to31 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  19. Newcastle

    Address

    5 Donard Park, Newcastle, County Down, BT330HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9267 0445

    Type

    Type:

    Competition / Game

    Pipe Band and Highland Dance contest

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  20. 11th Night Open Air Concert

    Kilkeel

    Address

    Manse Road, Kilkeel, County Down, BT34 4BN

    Telephone

    +44(0)77 5322 2553

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    This is one of the major events in the calendar for Kilkeel and is a major family friendly event to celebrate the 11th July.

    Everyone is more than welcome to come along.

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2025
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