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  1. paddy picasso with one of her brightly coloured puppets

    Portstewart

    Address

    Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7PL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7083 1400

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Meet Paddy Picasso, the larger-than-life puppet painter who is setting up his studio at Flowerfield.

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
  2. Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks, with the college in the background
    Crowds being entertained by performers at the bandstand
    A man wearing a cap singing into a microphone
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks, with the college in the background
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks, with the college in the background
    Crowds being entertained by performers at the bandstand
    A man wearing a cap singing into a microphone
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks, with the college in the background

    Portstewart

    Address

    The Crescent, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7082 3333

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Entertainment

    To mark the end of the Red Sails Festival, there will be a fabulous outdoor concert followed by a spectacular fireworks display!

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  3. Portrush

    Address

    Hilltop Holiday Park, 60 Loguestown Road, Portrush, County Antrim, BT56 8PD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7082 3537

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join Hilltop for their North Coast Experience Weekend at Hilltop Holiday Park, Portrush!

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to7 June 2026Various Opening Times
  4. Limavady

    Address

    Aghanloo, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0HY

    Telephone

    028777 65123

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Agricultural Shows

    Local agricultural show with livestock classes, home industries, trade stands, children's entertainment, horse and pony showing and jumping.

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026to18 July 2026

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket
  5. Image shows a spooky Halloween character leaning down over a person with a painted skeleton face
    Image shows a spooky Halloween character leaning down over a person with a painted skeleton face

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Ballycastle Seafront, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6SZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2076 2024

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Spooky fun at the Seafront! Ballycastle's Halloween spectacular takes place on Monday 27th October

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2026

    Price

    Free
  6. Address

    Various Locations, BT7 1NH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9024 6609

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    NI Science Festival returns 10-21 February 2027

    Dates

    From:
    10 Feb 2027to21 Feb 2027

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. A tutor working with children to make arts and crafts projects

    Limavady

    Address

    Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre, 24a Main Street, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0FJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7776 0310

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join the RVACC for the launch of Children’s Month at Drumceatt Square! Families can enjoy arts and crafts, street theatre, walkabouts, storytelling, and live music in a day full of creativity and fun for all ages.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
  8. The Annual Foyle Cup Parade making its way to the city centre in 2023.
    Foyle Cup 2023 u-16 final between Don Boscos FC and Lourdes (Dublin) at the Brandywell
    Some of the young participants listening to speeches in Guildhall Square during the Foyle Cup 2023 Parade
    Sion Swifts and Derry City Ladies battle it out in a penalty shoot out in 2023
    Action from the u-12 battle between Hibs and Crusaders at the Brandywell in 2023
    Parents enjoying the relaxing sunshine at the 2023 Foyle Cup
    The Annual Foyle Cup Parade making its way to the city centre in 2023.
    Foyle Cup 2023 u-16 final between Don Boscos FC and Lourdes (Dublin) at the Brandywell
    Some of the young participants listening to speeches in Guildhall Square during the Foyle Cup 2023 Parade
    Sion Swifts and Derry City Ladies battle it out in a penalty shoot out in 2023
    Action from the u-12 battle between Hibs and Crusaders at the Brandywell in 2023
    Parents enjoying the relaxing sunshine at the 2023 Foyle Cup

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Various locations, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7506 578 225

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    The O'Neills Foyle Cup is a highly successful youth soccer tournament held mainly in the City of Derry, but also branches out with matches played in neighbouring counties throughout Northern Ireland.

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2026to25 July 2026
  9. bALLYMONEY tWELFTH

    Ballymoney

    Address

    North Road, Belfast, Ballymoney, County Antrim, BT53 6BW

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9070 1122

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The North Antrim Combine parade will this year take place in Ballymoney. Five local District Lodges will be taking part - Ballymoney, Rasharkin, Cloughmills, Bushmills and Ballycastle with a total of 43 Lodges and 22 Bands taking part.

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2026Open 13:00 - 17:00
  10. a puppet of a young blonde boy stands before a window with a smiling moon outside

    Limavady

    Address

    Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre, 24a Main Street, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0FJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7776 0310

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Play

    Step into the world of Sam, who has boundless imagination, and experience a tale of finding friendship in the most unlikely places.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket
  11. kilrea twelfth parade

    Kilrea

    Address

    Drumagarner Road, Belfast, Kilrea, County Londonderry, BT51 5TE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9070 1122

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    The small market town of Kilrea in East Londonderry will welcome 8 local Districts whose membership includes over 50 private lodges and bands. At the head of the parade will be Tamlaght O'Crilly Pipe Band leading their own Lodge, Tamlaght O'Crilly…

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2026Open 12:00 - 16:30
  12. An old red vehicle with its top down
    Grass area filled with different models of Ford cars and people gathered to look at them
    Orange car with a black strip along the side
    Grass area filled with different models of Ford cars and people gathered to look at them
    An old red vehicle with its top down
    Grass area filled with different models of Ford cars and people gathered to look at them
    Orange car with a black strip along the side
    Grass area filled with different models of Ford cars and people gathered to look at them

    Portrush

    Address

    West Bay, Portrush, County Londonderry, BT56 8BF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7035 5921

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

    This year celebrates the 21st Annual Causeway Coast Ford Fair, taking place on Sunday 7th June 2026 at West Bay (also known as West Strand), Portrush. The show has become a huge visitor attraction on the Causeway Coast, showcasing a wide range of…

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  13. Image shows a man with fire poi entertaining the crowd
    Image shows a stage set up with spooky Halloween characters
    Image shows a man with fire poi entertaining the crowd
    Image shows a stage set up with spooky Halloween characters

    Limavady

    Address

    Roemill Playing Fields, Roemill Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7776 0650

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Various Halloween events taking place across the Borough in Ballymoney, Ballycastle, Coleraine and Limavady with music, spooky characters, entertainment, and fireworks.

    Ghosts, witches, and creatures of fright, come and enjoy your local…

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2026

    Price

    Free
  14. Busy Benone Artisan Market
    People Shopping at Benone Artisan Market
    Busy Benone Artisan Market
    People Shopping at Benone Artisan Market

    Limavady

    Address

    Benone Visitor Complex, 53 Benone Ave, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0LQ

    Telephone

    07723622008

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Visit the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market at the Benone Visitor Complex this Summer. Located on the A2 Seacoast Road, approximately 11 miles from Coleraine and 12 miles from Limavady, this market is nestled next to Benone Strand,…

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2026

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  15. People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    People browsing busy outdoor market stalls

    Cushendall

    Address

    Cushendcall Boat Club Carpark, 68 Coast Road, Cushendall, County Antrim, BT44 0QW

    Telephone

    +44(0)7723622008

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Visit the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market at the Boat Club Car Park in Cushendall this Summer.

    Located on the Coast Road, Cushendall, this market is nestled in a picturesque setting with views of the stunning coastline and the…

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    26 July 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    9 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  16. a number of people on rafts with pirate flags

    Portrush

    Address

    Portrush Yacht Club, Portrush, County Antrim, BT56 8DF

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7082 3932

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Shiver me timbers, Pirates Off Portrush returns on June 14th to Portrush Harbour!

    Dates

    From:
    14 June 2026Open 12:00 - 16:00
  17. Image of a man standing at a flipchart covered in black and white cartoon illustrations.

    Limavady

    Address

    Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, 24a Main Street, Limavady, Derry/Londonderry, BT49 0FJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7776 0310

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Create your own comic characters and stories with guidance from a professional comic artist. Learn drawing tips, storytelling skills and layout techniques to design exciting comic book pages.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
    From:
    21 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket
  18. a parade band proceeding on the main street in limavady

    Limavady

    Address

    Church Street, Limavady, Londonderry, BT49 0BY

    Telephone

    +442890701122

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    There will be around 2,000 Orangemen, Ladies and Juniors taking part in this years Limavady Parade accompanied by 35 flute, accordion and pipe bands.

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2026Open 12:00 - 16:15
  19. a large crowd of people watching a performance at The Crescent in Portstewart
    Irish dancers in costumes hold a sign saying 'Red Sails Festival Portstewart'
    a sailing boat with red sails is cruising along the water with a crew of 4 people on board
    a large crowd of people watching a performance at The Crescent in Portstewart
    Irish dancers in costumes hold a sign saying 'Red Sails Festival Portstewart'
    a sailing boat with red sails is cruising along the water with a crew of 4 people on board

    Portstewart

    Address

    Various locations across Portstewart, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7AB

    Telephone

    +44(0)7769706140

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    The Red Sails Festival is a week-long festival full of fun, free events for all!

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2026to25 July 2026

    Price

    Free
  20. Fireworks light up the sky above Ramore Head
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks
    Fireworks light up the sky above Ramore Head
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks
    Fireworks burst to life above the sea and rocks

    Portrush

    Address

    Ramore Head, Portrush, Antrim, BT56 8FH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7082 3333

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Entertainment

    A brilliant free outdoor summer event for all the family. Live music and family entertainment all finishing with an amazing fireworks extravaganza!

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
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