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  1. 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

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    6 July 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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    20 July 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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    3 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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    17 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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    21 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  2. 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, Derry~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:
    21 July 2025to26 July 2025
  3. A group taking part in a rockpooling event in the bays of Port Ganny at the Giant's Causeway

    Bushmills

    Address

    44 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8SU

    Telephone

    02820731855

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Have you ever wondered what lives beneath the waves? Step into a secret world along the shoreline and uncover the fascinating marine wildlife that call the Giant's Causeway their home, during their annual Rockpooling event!

    Dates

    From:
    19 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  4. Ballycastle

    Address

    Ballycastle Seafront, Ballycastle, County Antrim

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2076 2024

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

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

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 19:00

    Price

    Free
  5. 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

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Ballymoney's the place to be on Saturday 25th October. Join us at the Showgrounds for a spooktacular night of family fun, including live entertainment, amusements and scary characters, completing the evening with a spectacular fireworks display!

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2025
  6. Ballymoney

    Address

    Ballymoney Town Centre, Ballymoney, County Antrim

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7034 4723

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Santa has a busy time ahead to look forward to, as he will make his way around the four towns marking the beginning of Christmas celebrations. Festivities will commence in Ballymoney on Thursday 20th November.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 19:00

    Price

    Free
  7. 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

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Discover the frights and delights of the Halloween season with these celebrations in Limavady on Friday 31st October.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025
  8. 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:
    9 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  9. 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:
    4 July 2025to6 July 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Children holding a snake
    Children posing for a photo with a snake
    Man playing a guitar
    Children holding a snake
    Children posing for a photo with a snake
    Man playing a guitar

    Coleraine

    Address

    Coleraine Town Centre, 2 Abbey Street, Coleraine, Londonderry, BT52 1DS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7471 481098

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

    Super Saturdays are here in Coleraine! Enjoy free family fun, live music, petting farms, games, crafts, and surprise performances every Saturday from June 21 to August 30, right in the heart of the town centre.

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    5 July 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    19 July 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    26 July 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    27 July 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    1 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    2 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    9 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    16 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    23 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
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    30 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
  11. Coleraine Twelfth

    Coleraine

    Address

    Railway Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1PE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Religious Event

    Get ready for a day of colour, tradition, and community spirit as Coleraine District LOL No. 2 proudly hosts this year's Twelfth of July celebrations.

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2025Open 09:30 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  12. Rasharkin Twelfth

    Rasharkin

    Address

    Finvoy Road, Rasharkin, County Antrim, BT53 7JE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    This year, the village of Rasharkin has the honour of hosting the North Antrim Combine Twelfth of July celebrations

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2025Open 13:00 - 17:30

    Price

    Free
  13. A family enjoying a game of GIANT Connect 4 on the roof of the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre

    Bushmills

    Address

    44 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT578SU

    Telephone

    02820731855

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Looking for GIANT day out that will keep the family entertained? The Giant's Causeway have you got you covered with a jam-packed, adventure-filled summer!

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    1 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    15 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  14. a bee rests in a flower

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Broughgammon Farm, 50 Straid Road, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT546NP

    Telephone

    07435765845

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Enjoy a wiggly, wonderful day out at Broughgammon Farm as they team up with Buglife for a Family Bug Walk bursting with nature-filled fun on Friday 11th July!

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2025Open 11:30 - 13:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. butterflies rest on a flower

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Broughgammon Farm, 50 Straid Road, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT546NP

    Telephone

    07435765845

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Come along for a butterfly walk with Butterfly Conservations Senior Engagement Officer Rosie Irwin.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Free
  16. A family pictured enjoying a Wildflower Crown Making session on a sunny day at Carrick-a-Rede

    Ballintoy

    Address

    119a Whitepark Road, Ballintoy, County Antrim, BT546LS

    Telephone

    02820731855

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Let your creativity run wild and join the Carrick-a-Rede team for their annual Wildflower Crown Making Workshop!

    Dates

    From:
    3 July 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Crowds line the streets in Cushendall
    A group of children in front of a bouncy castle
    Crowds line both sides of the street for the Céilí
    A large group of runners make their way up through the village along the road
    A truck display in car park with the sea and mountains in the background
    Crowds line the streets in Cushendall
    A group of children in front of a bouncy castle
    Crowds line both sides of the street for the Céilí
    A large group of runners make their way up through the village along the road
    A truck display in car park with the sea and mountains in the background

    Cushendall

    Address

    Cushendall, County Antrim, BT44 0RR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 217 71378

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The Heart of the Glens Festival is one of the largest community festivals in Northern Ireland and hosts a range of cultural events.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025
  18. 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

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Strange things are happening on Halloween night! Enjoy a frightful fun fest in Coleraine on Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th October

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2025to30 Oct 2025
  19. A family walking in the sun at the holiday park.

    Portrush

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7082 3537

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Showcasing more of the good stuff with holiday home ownership! Showcasing the heart of the North Coast, see and feel what your holiday home ownership journey could look like. Start picturing yourself and your family where you were always meant to…

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025to29 June 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00
  20. Riders on the sand with waves in the background
    Two riders jumping a sand hill with the beach and people in the background
    Three motorcycle riders kicking up sand as they compete on the beach
    Riders on the sand with waves in the background
    Two riders jumping a sand hill with the beach and people in the background
    Three motorcycle riders kicking up sand as they compete on the beach

    Portrush

    Address

    East Strand, Portrush, County Antrim, BT56 8AD

    Telephone

    +44(0)7722006995

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Sport

    The unique event which takes place on East Strand will see over 100 riders take to the sand in a series of exciting races in one of the Causeway Coast and Glens most scenic coastal locations.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2025to26 Oct 2025

    Price

    Free
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