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Awaken your Giant Spirit

  1. Embrace a Giant Taste of October
    Discover the best food and drink events in Northern Ireland this October with Embrace a Giant Taste – from local festivals and Halloween experiences to tasting tours, supper clubs, and more. Perfect for autumn days out, weekend breaks, and foodie getaways near you.
  2. Belfast Events
    Find the best events in Belfast and immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of this dynamic city. These listings will keep you up-to-date on unmissable events and activities coming to the city, to ensure you don't miss a beat in our bustling cultural scene.
  3. Derry Events
    Dive into the pulse of Derry with our events page, your go-to resource for staying updated on the latest happenings. From cultural festivals to community gatherings, explore the vibrant events scene in Derry city and the wider county of Londonderry.
  4. Fleadh 2026 Belfast – Celebrate Irish music & culture
    Experience the magic of traditional music at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 in Belfast– the world’s largest celebration of Irish culture, music, song, and dance. Join thousands of performers and visitors for a week-long festival filled with unforgettable sessions, competitions, concerts, and family-friendly events.

This Week

Cinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

28th September 2025-2nd November 2025

Events programme for 4-25 year olds, showcasing the best of world cinema, Talent Lab and Creativity…

Belfast International Arts Festival
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

14th October 2025-9th November 2025

Northern Ireland's largest contemporary arts festival promises a compelling programme of drama and…

A snapshot from a performance with the Guildhall's organ visible in the background.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025-26th October 2025

The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns in October 2025 with a tidal wave of magical…

The Bell Archive Exhibition at the Ulster Museum
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

19th September 2025-30th November 2025

Step into the captivating world of vintage photography with The Bell Archive Exhibition, the final…

Pumpkin Patch
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

18th October 2025

Come join us for a fun-filled day at the Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Autumn/Halloween Baking Experience
LocationGreencastle

Openings

Season

18th October 2025

Hands on baking. Apple and wild blackberry crumble. Demo of spiced pumpkin soup.

Poster featuring a brown hooded skeleton and two black masked hooded characters with title The Trick or Treaters Escape Room.
LocationNewtowncrommelin, Ballymena

Openings

Season

17th October 2025-2nd November 2025

Reclaim Halloween from the perky pumpkins and monster mashers. An unconventionally unique…

Wee Taste of East Belfast
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

18th October 2025

Come along to Wee Taste of East Belfast and sample all the delicious flavours this vibrant…

pottery
LocationBushmills

Openings

Pottery Barrel Firing Workshop

18th October 2025

Learn to fire pottery without a kiln! Patricia Millar, an expert potter, will guide you through the…

Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th July 2023-1st November 2025

Visit the home of Derry Girls and discover where it all began! See original memorabilia from the…

Titanic By The Glass
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

17th October 2025

Enjoy a taste of the Titanic Experience this October as we open late for Titanic By The Glass.

Earth Yoga - In The Heart Of The Marble Arch Cave
LocationFlorencecourt

Openings

Season

18th October 2025

Join us for a unique experience as you get in touch with your inner yogi in a beginner-friendly 60…

Autumn Baking Experience
LocationKillinchy

Openings

Autumn Baking

23rd October 2025

Join Tracey in her cosy kitchen for some jam making! You'll also make a delicious Guinness Wheaten…

Gareth Crawford from Saison Dining at Titanic Distillers
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

17th October 2025

Step into an evening of flavour, craft, and atmosphere with Saison Dining at Titanic Distillers, in…

a group onboard ariver boat with various trays of food sat on the table infront of them
LocationColeraine

Openings

Season

18th October 2025

Causeway Coast Foodie Tours is delighted to host you on a very special 'The Spirit of the Bann' …

A Peculiar Tea presents Wicked at McConnell's Distillery
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

18th October 2025-19th October 2025

Step into a world of fun and delicious delights with A Peculiar Tea at McConnell's Distillery. A…

Jail of Horror
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

17th October 2025-30th October 2025

Dare to enter one of Belfast's most fearsome scare attractions this Halloween! Step inside the…

Rosepark Pumpkin Patch
LocationBallymoney

Openings

Season

18th October 2025-19th October 2025

Rosepark Farm's annual pumpkin patch is back! Follow the spooky trail, solve the riddles on a…

A rare surviving toile for the 1937 coronation gown of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother
LocationRoyal Hillsborough

Openings

Season

5th August 2025-4th January 2026

Uncover the style secrets of Britain's royal women at Hillsborough Castle.

Mary Ann McCracken's Belfast Map
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

10th March 2025-29th October 2025

Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable…

Witches of Islandmagee marketing graphic
LocationIslandmagee

Openings

Exhibition; Monday to Sunday 08:30 - 17:00

5th July 2025-2nd November 2025

This small hallway display will introduce the story of the last witch trial held in Ireland, which…

Halloween at W5
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

17th October 2025-19th October 2025

Season

20th October 2025-23rd October 2025

From 11 October - 2 November, enjoy spine-tingling fun for the whole family at W5.

Geri Martin The Chocolate Manor
LocationPortrush

Openings

Season

17th October 2025

Join The Chocolate Manor and Dunluce Distillery for an indulgent evening of chocolate and liqueur…

Arts Across Belfast Bus Tour
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

19th October 2025

Explore the vibrant heart of Belfast’s arts and culture scene on a fun and inspiring half-day coach…

Next Week

Hallowe'en Torchlight Tours at the Ulster American Folk Park
LocationOmagh

Openings

Family Friendly Sessions

24th October 2025-25th October 2025

Adult (18+) Sessions

24th October 2025-25th October 2025

Trick or treat? Knock on the doors of Castletown's mysterious residents and see who you'll meet on…

Cinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

28th September 2025-2nd November 2025

Events programme for 4-25 year olds, showcasing the best of world cinema, Talent Lab and Creativity…

Belfast International Arts Festival
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

14th October 2025-9th November 2025

Northern Ireland's largest contemporary arts festival promises a compelling programme of drama and…

A snapshot from a performance with the Guildhall's organ visible in the background.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025-26th October 2025

The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns in October 2025 with a tidal wave of magical…

Mount Stewart gardens
LocationNewtownards

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Join Botanical Artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of drawing a range of Autumnal…

Ards Puppet Festival 2025
LocationNewtownards

Openings

Season

26th October 2025-27th October 2025

Ards Puppet Festival is back! The Ards Puppet Festival returns to Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards on…

The Bell Archive Exhibition at the Ulster Museum
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

19th September 2025-30th November 2025

Step into the captivating world of vintage photography with The Bell Archive Exhibition, the final…

Pumpkin Patch
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-28th October 2025

Come join us for a fun-filled day at the Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa

The Deputy Mayor of Ards and North Down, Cllr Vicky Moore and musician Lisa Dawson
LocationNewtownards

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-25th November 2025

This November, Ards and North Down will once again celebrate the richness of Ulster-Scots language,…

Pumpkins for Halloween Bazaar at Montalto
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-30th October 2025

ASD / Inclusion Session only

26th October 2025-27th October 2025

Embark on the Trail of Tiny Terrors this Halloween at Montalto. Something strange is happening at…

Two children and a man are looking at a pumpkin they have carved together
LocationRoyal Hillsborough

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025

This October break, enjoy a spellbinding day out for all the family packed with spooky surprises…

Poster featuring a brown hooded skeleton and two black masked hooded characters with title The Trick or Treaters Escape Room.
LocationNewtowncrommelin, Ballymena

Openings

Season

17th October 2025-2nd November 2025

Reclaim Halloween from the perky pumpkins and monster mashers. An unconventionally unique…

W5 Late - Halloween
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

24th October 2025

This October, join us for an adults-only evening full of thrilling tricks and terrifying treats.

The dark hedges in black and white, looking scary
LocationStranocum

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-31st October 2025

Haunting at the Hedges – live actors, twisted trails & terrifying scares at the Dark Hedges Estate.…

Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th July 2023-1st November 2025

Visit the home of Derry Girls and discover where it all began! See original memorabilia from the…

edited image of the Causeway Hotel with lightning forks in the sky above
LocationBushmills

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Historic hauntings and eerie encounters await at the legendary Causeway Hotel!

Halloween Happenings in Ballymoney
LocationBallymoney

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Ballymoney's the place to be on Saturday 25th October. Join us at the Showgrounds for a…

Autumn Baking Experience
LocationKillinchy

Openings

Autumn Baking

23rd October 2025

Join Tracey in her cosy kitchen for some jam making! You'll also make a delicious Guinness Wheaten…

Halloween Family Event
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st October 2025

Get ready for Northern Ireland’s most thrilling Family Halloween Event of 2025! Join us…

Halloween at Glenarm Castle
LocationGlenarm

Openings

Halloween - Day 1

25th October 2025

Halloween - Day 2

26th October 2025

Halloween at Glenarm Castle promises spooky family fun with ghostly characters, magical…

halloweenatthefarmballycastle
LocationBallycastle

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-26th October 2025

Get ready for a spooktacular day out at the farm this Halloween season! This Pumpkin Picking event…

Halloween fun at Mount Stewart
LocationNewtownards

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025

Join us at Mount Stewart this Halloween Half Term for spooky fun and thrilling adventures for all…

A Peculiar Tea presents Wicked at McConnell's Distillery
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-26th October 2025

Step into a world of fun and delicious delights with A Peculiar Tea at McConnell's Distillery. A…

Halloween event at V36
LocationNewtownabbey

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-2nd November 2025

Step right up for a spine-tingling mix of thrills and chills! From hair-raising rides and spooky…

Next Month

Sound of Belfast Festival
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

6th November 2025-16th November 2025

Welcome to Sound of Belfast, your annual Festival that truly captures the heart and soul of this…

Hooded figure storyteller sitting in Winterfell Hall
LocationBanbridge

Openings

Season

31st October 2025-1st November 2025

This Halloween, as night falls across Westeros, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour transforms into a…

Cinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

28th September 2025-2nd November 2025

Events programme for 4-25 year olds, showcasing the best of world cinema, Talent Lab and Creativity…

Friendship Four
LocationBelfast

Openings

Season

28th November 2025-29th November 2025

The Friendship Four returns to The SSE Arena, Belfast on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November 2025…

Events by Category

Awaken your Giant Spirit

  1. All Events
    Stay in the know with our guide to upcoming events in Northern Ireland. From vibrant festivals and unique days out to exciting concerts and family-friendly activities, this list is your go-to resource for the latest and greatest events in Belfast, Derry and beyond.
  2. Family Events
    Northern Ireland is bursting at the seams with things to do for families. Create unforgettable memories with the kids in tow, whether you're on holiday or looking inspiration for a day out.
  3. Sports Events
    We love sport in Northern Ireland. If there’s a ball nearby, we’ll kick it, pass it or hit it with a bat, hurl, stick, cue, club or racquet. We love everything four-wheeled and anything two-wheeled. We love bouts in the ring, pucks on the ice, and run-ins on the flat and over jumps. And if something needs throwing, lifting, sailing or running after, we’ll give it our best shot.
  4. Food & Drink Events
    There’s so much happening on the food front in Northern Ireland these days that it’s sometimes hard to keep up. New inventive and talented chefs coming through. Local food and drink artisan businesses thriving. Here’s just a taster of what you’ll find when you get here...
  5. Arts & Theatre Events
    Northern Ireland is a land of poets, writers and dreamers. We’ve given the world Heaney and Friel, C.S Lewis and MacNeice, and Booker-prize winning Anna Burns. There’s a vibrant arts scene happening here, and here’s a taste of what’s going on...
  6. Music Events
    Discover the music events taking place across Northern Ireland including everything from band concerts and championships, to craic and ceol, musical theatre and outdoor concerts with line-ups packed with internationally renowned acts.
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