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Giant events await 

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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

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…

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…

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon Tea

Festive Alpaca Beach Treks
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

19th December 2025

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

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…

BANYAN
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

21st December 2025

Step into a sweet and silly adventure with the runaway Gingerbread Man! This magical family show…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

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…

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…

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…

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…

Christmas craft decoration
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

18th December 2025

Eco Christmas Decorations at Castlewellan Castle

Revive Saunas
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

20th December 2025-21st December 2025

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

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…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

Miss Rach
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

19th December 2025

Get ready for a mesmerising performance by our Miss Rach lookalike, featuring a 45-minute show…

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!…

Merchant's Quay, Newry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-30th September 2026

New exhibition at Newry and Mourne Museum

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.

Afternoon Tea
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th July 2025-30th June 2026

Afternoon Tea

shane neary
LocationNewry, Kilkeel

Openings

Master Craft Chocolate Experience

19th December 2025-20th December 2025

Nestled between the Mourne Mountains and the Irish sea along the scenic Mourne Coast sits Ireland's…

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…

MACK FLEETWOOD
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

20th December 2025

MACK FLEET WOOD CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

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 …

Next Week

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

The Bjorn Identity
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

28th December 2025

Abba Tribute Night with The Bjorn Identity

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…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

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

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 …

Slieve Donard
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

27th December 2025

Family Afternoon Tea Event

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…

revive_saunas_rostrevor_mountain_lodge
LocationRostrevor

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st December 2025

Wellness at Revive Hot Tubs and Sauna Experience

JakeOKane
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

28th December 2025

Jake O'Kane in concert

Next Month

The Bjorn Identity
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

17th January 2026

Abba Tribute Night with The Bjorn Identity

Kid in forest
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

(All Day During Park Opening Times)

1st January 2026-31st January 2026

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

Barrys Beats
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

27th January 2026

A club night by and for people with Autism and learning difficulties. 18+, Last Tuesday of every…

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…

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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
    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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