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  1. A promotional poster for the International Dawn Chorus Day Guided Walk from Bishop's Gate at Downhill Demesne, featuring a small songbird perched on a

    Castlerock

    Address

    Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RP

    Telephone

    028 7084 8728

    Price

    Price £12.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day with a guided, early-morning walk through the beautiful Downhill Demesne and Forest.

    Dates

    From:
    3 May 2026Open 05:30 - 07:30

    Price

    Price £12.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. A promotional poster for a Family Woodcarving Workshop at Hezlett House. The background shows a large wooden stump used as a work surface, surrounded

    Castlerock

    Address

    107 Sea Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4TW

    Telephone

    02870848728

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Join the team at Hezlett House for a hands-on Family Woodworking Workshop with expert Craftsman, Stephen Ryan, whose 28 years of professional experience began with a childhood love of making things from wood.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 13:30
    From:
    25 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Limavady

    Address

    Ballymully Cottage Farm, 61 Ballyavelin Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0NQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7936 783 420

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Stendhal Festival is Northern Ireland's leading independent festival, celebrating all aspects of the arts. The event combines the best talents from the UK & Ireland with international performers in one of Northern Ireland's most scenic settings.

    Dates

    From:
    2 July 2026to4 July 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. 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
  7. May Day Family BBQ | Roe Valley Resort | Sunday 24th May

    Limavady

    Address

    10 Lisnakilly Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9FB

    Telephone

    028 7772 2222

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join Roe Valley Resort for their May Day Family BBQ on Sunday 24th May

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2026Open 12:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Image shows a group of people standing in front of scary Halloween characters, with a Fairground in the background
    Image shows a group of people standing in front of scary Halloween characters, with a Fairground in the background

    Ballymoney

    Address

    The Showgrounds, North Road, Ballymoney, County Antrim, BT53 6BW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2766 0230

    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:
    24 Oct 2026

    Price

    Free
  9. Chocolate Making at The Chocolate Manor

    Castlerock

    Address

    The Chocolate Manor, 3 Main Street, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RA

    Telephone

    +44(0)7919332843

    Price

    Price £19.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    One hour Kids Easter Chocolate-Making experience at The Chocolate Manor in Castlerock

    Dates

    From:
    7 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Price £19.00 Per Ticket
  10. Image shows two spooky characters dressed up in the woods
    Image shows children enjoying the brightly lit up fairground rides
    Image shows fireworks lighting up the night sky with the crowd and fairground amusements below
    person performing with fire at a fairground
    Image shows two spooky characters dressed up in the woods
    Image shows children enjoying the brightly lit up fairground rides
    Image shows fireworks lighting up the night sky with the crowd and fairground amusements below
    person performing with fire at a fairground

    Coleraine

    Address

    Coleraine University, Cromore Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1EY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7034 7034

    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:
    27 Oct 2026

    Price

    Free
  11. 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
  12.  Crindle Stables Easter Adventure Ride

    Limavady

    Address

    6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9ED

    Telephone

    07738516106

    Price

    Price £40.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join Crindle Stables for a fun, beginner-friendly Adventure Ride, designed especially for families, first-timers, and those looking for an autism-friendly horseback riding experience.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Apr 2026to8 Apr 2026
    From:
    10 Apr 2026

    Price

    Price £40.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. A vibrant promotional poster featuring the Bog Garden at Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne. The foreground shows a grassy lawn with trees in full

    Castlerock

    Address

    Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RP

    Telephone

    02870848728

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Join the team at Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne for a gentle Garden Walk and Talk, led by Gardener, Una Quinn and her dedicated team who care for these gardens throughout the seasons.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    29 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Kites flying in the sky, with the sea and beach below and Fairhead in the distance
    A man playing an accordion and a man playing a violin
    Customers browsing the stalls at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    Two chefs wearing black aprons showing a table full of local seafood
    Two Irish dancers entertaining the crowd inside a marquee
    Children enjoying a drumming lesson on the grass
    A local chef giving a cookery demonstration to the crowds
    Kites flying in the sky, with the sea and beach below and Fairhead in the distance
    A man playing an accordion and a man playing a violin
    Customers browsing the stalls at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    Two chefs wearing black aprons showing a table full of local seafood
    Two Irish dancers entertaining the crowd inside a marquee
    Children enjoying a drumming lesson on the grass
    A local chef giving a cookery demonstration to the crowds

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Rathlin Island, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2076 2024

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The long and rich coastal traditions of Rathlin Island are showcased during this festival which celebrates local cuisine, live music and maritime heritage.

    Dates

    From:
    21 May 2026to31 May 2026
  15. Image shows Christmas lights shining above a busy street with people shopping
    Image shows Christmas lights shining above a busy street with people shopping

    Address

    Towns and Villages across the Causeway Coast and Glens, BT52 1EY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7776 0650

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Santa has a busy time ahead as he will make his way around the four towns marking the beginning of Christmas celebrations.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026

    Price

    Free
  16. 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
  17. Dungiven

    Address

    Ballyguddin Road, Dungiven, County Londonderry, BT57 8RW

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    REVVV IT UP with the whole family this July, with live music performances, fireworks, cookery demos and more at this tractor pulling extravaganza!

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026to19 July 2026Open 10:00 - 22:00
  18. Ballycastle Seafront Market overlooking Fairhead
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    Ballycastle Seafront Market overlooking Fairhead
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls
    people browsing busy outdoor market stalls

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Ballycastle Seafront Green, 1-3 North Street, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6BN

    Telephone

    +44(0)7723622008

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    The flagship artisan market by Naturally North Coast & Glens on the beautiful Ballycastle Seafront. This is an excellent showcase of local food, culture, heritage, and traditions, and it is an ideal destination for anyone looking for an authentic…

    Dates

    From:
    10 May 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    21 June 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    5 July 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
    From:
    19 July 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
    From:
    2 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
    From:
    16 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
    From:
    20 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  19. Crowds line the street in the Diamond
    Crowds and stalls fill the street at the fair
    Fireworks burst to life above the boats in the marina with the big wheel lit up at the side
    Four children playing traditional Irish music on the green
    Crowds browsing the stalls and soaking up the atmosphere at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A man in a white shirt and hat selling bags of yellowman
    A woman and her horse with pink flowers in a plaited mane
    A family enjoying the free children's games on offer
    A boy on a trampoline enjoying the free children's entertainment on offer
    Crowds line the street in the Diamond
    Crowds and stalls fill the street at the fair
    Fireworks burst to life above the boats in the marina with the big wheel lit up at the side
    Four children playing traditional Irish music on the green
    Crowds browsing the stalls and soaking up the atmosphere at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A man in a white shirt and hat selling bags of yellowman
    A woman and her horse with pink flowers in a plaited mane
    A family enjoying the free children's games on offer
    A boy on a trampoline enjoying the free children's entertainment on offer

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2076 2024

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Ireland’s oldest traditional fair returns to the seaside town of Ballycastle, as thousands of people are set to celebrate its culture, heritage, music and agricultural traditions over a four-day event not to be missed.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2026to25 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 22:00

    Price

    Free
  20. Carnival parade makes its way down the street with performers dressed in bright yellow costumes wearing tall coloured hats
    Dancers with blue jumpers twirling brightly coloured material as they make their way through the parade
    Two ladies browsing the stalls at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A lady wearing glasses playing a violin
    Dancers in blue jumpers entertaining the crowds in Castlecroft Square
    Children wearing hats enjoying short pony rides
    Carnival parade makes its way down the street with performers dressed in bright yellow costumes wearing tall coloured hats
    Dancers with blue jumpers twirling brightly coloured material as they make their way through the parade
    Two ladies browsing the stalls at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A lady wearing glasses playing a violin
    Dancers in blue jumpers entertaining the crowds in Castlecroft Square
    Children wearing hats enjoying short pony rides

    Ballymoney

    Address

    Castlecroft Square, Seymour Street, Station Square, Church Street, Ballymoney, County Antrim, BT53 6AP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2766 0230

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Ballymoney transforms into a cascade of colours, live music, artisan markets, gardening activities and free kids’ activities! From the 17-18th April, spring around the town and enjoy a fun fuelled weekend brought to you by Causeway Coast and Glens…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Apr 2026to18 Apr 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
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