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  1. 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 in Mourne Mountains, Ring of Gullion and Strangford Lough.
  2. What's On December
    In December, Mourne Gullion Strangford hosts a variety of festive events, drawing both locals and visitors with arts, outdoor adventures and unique culinary experiences.
  3. Enjoy Free Family Forest Activities
    With plenty of fun for all the family, from Stories on the Mountains to Family Treasure Hunts. Come with us as we go into the woods in Castlewellan Forest Park, Delamont Country Park, Kilbroney Park and Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
  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.

This Week

Sean Donnelly
LocationRostrevor, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

15th December 2025

Tickets (£12.50) from Crawfords Bar, Rostrevor Inn (seven days from 3pm onwards). Good Craic Gift…

Cranfield Alpacas
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-19th December 2025

Enjoy walking your alpaca along country lanes and along our beautiful beach, then meet the rest of…

revive_saunas_rostrevor_mountain_lodge
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st December 2025

Wellness at Revive Hot Tubs and Sauna Experience

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 …

Festive Alpaca Beach Treks
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

17th December 2025

Season

19th December 2025

If friends or family are home - then this is the perfect catch up in the run up to Christmas.…

Killeavy Castle Estate Christmas Party Night
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

19th December 2025

Enjoy a castle drinks reception, three course dining and live music entertainment until late.

Flower arranging at Down Arts Centre
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

5th November 2025-17th December 2025

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

MACK FLEETWOOD
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

20th December 2025

MACK FLEET WOOD CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Santa sitting in chair beside tree
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

21st November 2025-21st December 2025

Step into the Magic of Christmas at Santa's Newry Grotto! Meet Santa in his enchanting grotto…

Christmas craft decoration
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

18th December 2025

Eco Christmas Decorations at Castlewellan Castle

Poster of Santa for Santa Sundays
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

21st December 2025

Come join us for our Santa Sundays on 14 and 21 December.  Just book dinner on reservation diary…

Paint Better With Kieron Black
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

11th November 2025-16th December 2025

Do you paint for a hobby? Or have you always wanted to but didn't know where to begin? Join artist…

cranfield alpacas Christmas fest event
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

20th December 2025

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with our Christmas Alpaca Experience, which is suitable for…

Easter Indoor Archery at East Coast Adventure
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-24th October 2026

Experience the Indoor Archery Barn at East Coast Adventure, set in the breathtaking Mourne…

Christmas Archery
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

1st November 2025-20th December 2025

Get into the holiday spirit with East Coast Adventure's Festive Christmas Archery Experience!…

Wet Bouldering
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-1st October 2027

Escape to the Mourne Mountains for an unforgettable adventure! Start at Revive Saunas, get fitted…

Graphic Promoting Newry Christmas Markets this December in Newry City
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

20th November 2025-21st December 2025

The Newry Christmas Market is a brand-new festive experience taking place for the first time inside…

Biking in Castlewellan
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st December 2026

Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of…

Winter Solstice mandela
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Forest-bathing for Winter Stolstice

20th December 2025

Solstice literally means “light standing still”. This is the perfect chance to stop and connect…

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon Tea

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Merchant's Quay, Newry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-30th September 2026

New exhibition at Newry and Mourne Museum

Afternoon Tea
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th July 2025-30th June 2026

Afternoon Tea

It's a Wonderful Life
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

18th December 2025

Rediscover the Magic of It's a Wonderful Life A timeless story of hope, family, and the true…

Next Week

The Bjorn Identity
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

28th December 2025

Abba Tribute Night with The Bjorn Identity

revive_saunas_rostrevor_mountain_lodge
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st December 2025

Wellness at Revive Hot Tubs and Sauna Experience

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 …

Poster for the Magic of Christmas concert
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

22nd December 2025

The Magic of Christmas Concert takes place in St Patrick's Church, Downpatrick featuring Fr Eugene…

Easter Indoor Archery at East Coast Adventure
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-24th October 2026

Experience the Indoor Archery Barn at East Coast Adventure, set in the breathtaking Mourne…

Wet Bouldering
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-1st October 2027

Escape to the Mourne Mountains for an unforgettable adventure! Start at Revive Saunas, get fitted…

Biking in Castlewellan
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st December 2026

Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of…

JakeOKane
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

28th December 2025

Jake O'Kane in concert

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon Tea

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Merchant's Quay, Newry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-30th September 2026

New exhibition at Newry and Mourne Museum

Afternoon Tea
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th July 2025-30th June 2026

Afternoon Tea

Santa in his red suit sitting at his desk in his library, with walls filled with books writing with a quill.
LocationWarrenpoint

Openings

Season

21st December 2025-22nd December 2025

Season

23rd December 2025

Step into a world of festive wonder this Christmas as the historic castle is transformed into a…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

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…

Revive Saunas
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

27th December 2025-28th December 2025

Brave the waves and embrace the season with East Coast Adventure! Suit up, hit Warrenpoint Beach…

Slieve Donard
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

27th December 2025

Family Afternoon Tea Event

Next Month

Gorseflower and black and white
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

31st January 2026

As Celtic springtime emerges, take time out to write and reflect. This creative writing workshop is…

Kid in forest
LocationNewry

Openings

(All Day During Park Opening Times)

1st January 2026-31st January 2026

Join our Winter Equinox (self-guided) treasure hunt!

Kid in forest
LocationKillyleagh

Openings

(All Day During Park Opening Times)

1st January 2026-31st January 2026

Join our Winter Equinox (self-guided) treasure hunt!

Robert Burns Supper Poster
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

24th January 2026

Join us for a traditional Scottish feast celebrating the life and works of poet Robert Burns with…

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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 in Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion. 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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