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  1. Two men dressed in nautical costume and pulling each end of a rope
    24 May - 2 June 2024
  2. colourful fireworks exploding over Portstewart at night
    27 July & 10 August 2024
  3. a woman petting a horse with a braided mane that's adorned with colourful flowers
    24-27 August 2024
  4. a military plane flies over the beach and the ocean
    7-8 September 2024
  5. the colourful lights of carnival rides light up a dark sky
    26-31 October 2024
  6. bold neon colours light up a close up of a persons hand strumming an electric guitar
    14-17 November 2024
  7. Crowds of people gathered on a busy street with Christmas street lights above them
    Various dates in November 2024

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Awaken your Giant Spirit

  1. All Events
    Plan ahead - check out the full list of events happening in the Causeway Coast and Glens over the coming months
  2. Causeway Craft Trail
    Discover the arts and crafts businesses that thrive in the Causeway Coast and Glens. A warm welcome awaits - drop in, meet the makers and listen to their stories whilst acquiring cool new skills with a workshop in basket weaving or pottery, painting or wooden spoon carving.
  3. Food & Drink Events
    The Causeway Coast and Glens is fast building a reputation for its food and drink. And our chefs and artisan producers know how to showcase all. Time your break to coincide with one of our festivals. Sample it for yourself. One taste and you’ll know why everybody’s so excited.
  4. Family Events
    You’ll be pleased to hear we know how to keep kids entertained. ‘We’re bored’ is not something you’ll hear when you holiday in the Causeway Coast and Glens. Watch out for pirates, enjoy all the fun of the Lammas Fair and be dazzled by fireworks at your favourite seaside resort.
  5. Arts & Theatre Events
    Don’t you just love live performances? They’re so uplifting. From music and dance, to comedy and tragedy you’ll be enthralled by the talent on show in the Causeway Coast and Glens. And it’s not all indoors, during the summer months we like to keep your entertained with some street theatre.
  6. Music Events
    Winter, spring, summer or fall, you’ll find someone playing a tune in the Causeway Coast and Glens. Look out for pub based sessions and seaside stages, festivals in the fields and songs on the prom. And if your musical tastes are a bit more formal, we can do that too.

This Week

Image shows a movie theatre with red seats
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

9th May 2024

Everyone loves a night at the movies! Enjoy small, intimate screenings of the latest blockbusters…

a man and woman in vintage clothing sitting on a bench. The woman is holding a red handbag, the man is holding a bouquet of red and white flowers.
LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

10th May 2024

A homage to classic country duets of the 60's and 70's, MDC are heart-on-sleeve songcraft and…

Image of Niall McCabe with a guitar
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

11th May 2024

With self-effacing humour and stories told of growing up on a remote Irish Island, Niall McCabe…

The Other Selves
LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

11th May 2024

A reflection on ageing.

A female rider on a man's shoulders with the crowd behind cheering with their hands up
LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

10th May 2024

Meet the Riders at Coleraine Town Hall on Friday 10th May, followed by an outdoor concert and…

The North West 200
LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

6th May 2024-11th May 2024

The North West 200 is Ireland's largest outdoor sporting event. Each year over 100,000 visitors and…

Live Music Nights at the Bushmills Inn
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

9th May 2024-11th May 2024

Live music every weekend in the Gas Bar at the Bushmills Inn

painting of a wave crashing against coastal rocks
LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-22nd June 2024

Artists Drawn Together is an eclectic group from across the country, united by a love of art…

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LocationCromore Road, Coleraine

Openings

Season

9th May 2024

The Jive Aces have earned their reputation and won several important awards including the City of…

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LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

11th May 2024

Causeway Speciality Market is a bustling artisan food, craft & art market held twice monthly in…

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LocationPortballintrae

Openings

Season

10th May 2024

An insight into the Don't Mow Let It Grow Scheme and how you can also contribute to managing your…

Next Week

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LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

16th May 2024

During Dementia Action Week, Flowerfield Arts Centre will host this workshop for those living with…

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LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

16th May 2024

Documenting an investigative well-being journey across the world, My Year of Living Mindfully…

Outside view of the Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre - a white building with large windows and bright pastel coloured pillars at the side
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

18th May 2024

DreamWorld Promotions Presents Born to be Wild! The new and exciting Jungle themed kids show is…

Live Music Nights at the Bushmills Inn
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

16th May 2024-18th May 2024

Live music every weekend in the Gas Bar at the Bushmills Inn

painting of a wave crashing against coastal rocks
LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-22nd June 2024

Artists Drawn Together is an eclectic group from across the country, united by a love of art…

Bee resting on a flower close to the Giant's Causeway
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

18th May 2024

Did you know bees are so important to the health of our planet, that they have their own special…

Chocolate Making at The Chocolate Manor
LocationCastlerock

Openings

Season

18th May 2024

Make your own chocolate truffles at The Chocolate Manor

two children are painting papier-mache creations
LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

18th May 2024

Led by Linda Mulholland, children 8 - 12 years will dive into a Springtime creative whirlwind,…

Next Month

interior of riverside theatre auditorium
LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

28th June 2024

Get the Stetsons and sombreros ready for a night of toe-tapping magic with the Summer Country Show.

Image shows a movie theatre with red seats
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

6th June 2024

Season

20th June 2024

Everyone loves a night at the movies! Enjoy small, intimate screenings of the latest blockbusters…

A canvas being painted by someone's hand with bright colours
LocationPortstewart

Openings

Season

13th June 2024

Join artist Elaine Harkness for this vibrant, fun composition and still life workshop

crowds browsing through an indoor market with various stalls at the Ballymoney Show
LocationBallymoney

Openings

Season

31st May 2024-1st June 2024

A local agricultural show providing two days of entertainment for the whole family.

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  1. A female rider on a man's shoulders with the crowd behind cheering with their hands up
    Meet the Riders at Coleraine Town Hall on Friday 10th May, followed by an outdoor concert and fireworks at The Crescent, Portstewart from 20:00 - 22:00.
    1. 10 May 2024
  2. The Rathlin Sound Festival celebrates the people, culture and heritage of Ballycastle and Rathlin Island. An exciting annual celebration centred on Rathlin Sound, the body of water between Rathlin Island and Ballycastle in the spectacular Causeway Coast and Glens area.
    1. 24 May 20242 Jun 2024
  3. Crowds line the street in the Diamond
    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.
    1. 24 Aug 202427 Aug 2024
  4. A lady holding a bottle at the local food tastings
    The Bushmills Salmon & Whiskey Festival has the recipe for success with plenty of fresh local produce, cookery demonstrations, whiskey tastings at the Distillery and Naturally North Coast and Glens Market Artisan Market, as well as plenty of activities, workshops, live music and other entertainment throughout the weekend.
    1. 4 Oct 20246 Oct 2024
  5. A high quality, musical feast, showcasing original music. From traditional to contemporary, electric to acoustic, Atlantic Sessions has emerged as a permanent feature on the cultural calendar creating an energetic, vibrant atmosphere in the pubs, hotels, coffee shops and town halls across Portrush and Portstewart.
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