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What's On

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Group taste a cacao shot as part of the Master Craft Chocolate Experience

Food & Drink

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Decorated eggs in a basket at the Ulster American Folk Park.

Easter

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What's On in Antrim

Antrim, or the land of the ‘lone-ridge’, is a land steeped in legend and myth. Fairies and giants have pranced and pounded their ways through the famous Nine Glens and along the rugged coastline. All the while they’ve existed alongside the residents of towns like Ballymena and Cushendall who honour and celebrate them in their annual fairs and festivals. Just like the fairies and giants, the people of County Antrim are always up to something fun and fantastical!

Easter at Glenarm Castle (Sun 5 - Mon 6 Apr)

Visit Glenarm Castle this Easter for a packed day of family fun. Your ticket includes a scheduled session with the animals, but you are free to explore the Walled Garden, Woodland Walk, and Heritage Centre at any time during the day. Families can pick up activity sheets at the Welcome Centre, and Mini Land Rover rides are available as well. Come along and celebrate easter with the perfect fun day!

Festival of Fools (Sat 2 - Mon 4 May)

The Festival of Fools returns to Belfast with a weekend of circus, comedy, and street performances. Taking place across the city centre and the Cathedral Quarter, the event features more than 70 shows ranging from acrobatics and juggling to live entertainment. Most daytime performances are free to attend and do not require a ticket, so you can simply turn up and enjoy the atmosphere!

Glenarm Castle Tulip Festival 2026 (Sat 2 - Mon 4 May) 

Discover Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival this May. The Walled Garden will be filled with thousands of tulips, and the gardening team will be on hand all weekend to answer questions and share practical advice. It is a relaxed day out with something for everyone: children can enjoy the carnival rides and mini Land Rovers, while adults browse the craft stalls or listen to live music with a bit of local food. Whether you are here for the flowers or just a stroll in the sun, it is a great way to spend the long weekend. 

Antrim might be home to Northern Ireland’s capital Belfast, but its market towns, villages and country castles offer lots to see, lots to eat and even more to experience. As they might say in these parts, get stuck in.