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  1. Little girl looking at a traditional scarecrow hanging on a gate pillar at Gracehill Scarecrow competition
    Wurzel Gummidge & Aunt Sally scarecrows at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Robber scarecrow with Swag bag climbing over fence as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Scarecrow in a tent with washing handing and other scarecrow sitting with fake fire lit at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Little girl staring at speed cop scarecrow at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Librarian scarecrow surrounded by books at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Builder scarecow constructing a brick wall as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Mad Hatter scarecrow attached to a tree as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Straw dog called Louis leftng his leg to pee against a bush at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Farmer scarecow with brown shirt, braces, hat and crows hanging off him with church in background at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Little girl looking at a traditional scarecrow hanging on a gate pillar at Gracehill Scarecrow competition
    Wurzel Gummidge & Aunt Sally scarecrows at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Robber scarecrow with Swag bag climbing over fence as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Scarecrow in a tent with washing handing and other scarecrow sitting with fake fire lit at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Little girl staring at speed cop scarecrow at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Librarian scarecrow surrounded by books at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Builder scarecow constructing a brick wall as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Mad Hatter scarecrow attached to a tree as part of Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Straw dog called Louis leftng his leg to pee against a bush at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition
    Farmer scarecow with brown shirt, braces, hat and crows hanging off him with church in background at Gracehill Scarecrow Competition

    Ballymena

    Address

    25 Church Road, Gracehill, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7903 739933

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Come along to the 6th Gracehill Scarecrow Festival, in the World Heritage Site of Gracehill. Discover whimsical scarecrows throughout the village, crafted by the community. Enjoy the Scarecrow Trail, vote for your favourite, and visit the Artisan…

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    George from Glenburn Tours, in period costume outside Galgorm Castle
    Tour guide in period costume speaking to group of 3 people outside ruined church at Galgorm Castle.
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    George from Glenburn Tours, in period costume outside Galgorm Castle
    Tour guide in period costume speaking to group of 3 people outside ruined church at Galgorm Castle.

    Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Castle Estate, Galgorm Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Explore over 400 years of history at Galgorm Castle & Grounds in Ballymena with Glenburn Tours. Discover Jacobean architecture, ancient ruins, and the estate’s rich past - all in just one hour.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Craft fish and fireworks

    1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

    Address

    Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid, The Braid, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5028

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Craft event

    Dates

    From:
    11 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
    From:
    11 Aug 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30

    Price

    Free
  4. image of glass craft showing fish design

    1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

    Address

    Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid, The Braid, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5028

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Fused-glass workshop

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 13:00

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket
  5. Cromkill

    Address

    39 Cockhill Road, Cromkill, County Antrim, BT42 2JP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Sam's Cottage is a Grade B+ listed thatched building within a clachan (a cluster) comprising another three cottages. Clachans like this were once common features of the rural landscape of Ireland with a cluster of individual farmhouses at the centre…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. storybook cover showing a cat and dragon flying through the sky

    1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

    Address

    Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid, The Braid, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5028

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Storytelling -The tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon

    Dates

    From:
    25 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:45

    Price

    Free
  7. Jake O'Kane - Subtle As A Sledgehammer Tour

    Ballymena

    Address

    Braid Arts Centre, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 256 35077

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Jake O'Kane - Subtle As A Sledgehammer Tour

    Dates

    From:
    9 Jan 2027Open 20:00 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket
  8. Museum from main street with statue.
    Broughshane Museum
    Inside exhibition.
    Museum from main street with statue.
    Broughshane Museum
    Inside exhibition.

    Broughshane

    Address

    70 Main Street, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4JW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Broughshane Museum. A collection of over 8000 items. Most of which are every day articles, that stimulate memories of older visitors, and educate younger visitors as to what life was like for their parents and grandparents.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  9. Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Resort, 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its journey to world‑renowned spa resort status, then take the opportunity to relax with afternoon tea or dinner.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. St. Patrick's Church, Ballymena

    Ballymena

    Address

    St. Patrick’s Church, Castle Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7391 861746

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Ceremony

    Celebrate Ballymena’s 400th anniversary at a Civic Thanksgiving Service in St Patrick’s Church.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Aug 2026Open 18:45 - 21:30

    Price

    Free
  11. Outside of St Saviour's Parish Church Connor
    Outside of St Saviour's Parish Church Connor

    Kells

    Address

    50 Church Road, Kells, County Antrim, BT42 3JU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    St Saviour's Church in Connor, County Antrim, is a Church of Ireland parish church consecrated in 1813 on a site with early monastic roots dating back to the 4th century.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  12. Ballymena

    Address

    St Patrick's Barracks, Link Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7FU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7835 464485

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    The 2026 Modern Tyres Ulster International Rally is set to take place on 7–8 August 2026, celebrating its 50th anniversary with a base in Ballymena and running as a two-day international stage rally. It will again form part of the Irish Tarmac Rally…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. 4 actors on outdoor stage performing.

    Ballymena

    Address

    People’s Park, Doury Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 6JA

    Telephone

    03001245000

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Outdoor theatre returns to Ballymena this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at People's Park, Ballymena. Gates open 6pm, show starts 7pm. Enjoy live music from the Ballymena Strummers, a picnic-friendly atmosphere, and a lively outdoor…

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2026
  14. Outside of St Patrick's Church of Ireland

    Ballymena

    Address

    Castle Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Visit St Patrick's Church of Ireland, Ballymena—one of the town's iconic "Seven Towers"—as part of Ballymena's 400th anniversary celebrations. Built in 1855, the church is a striking landmark with a rich history at the heart of the local community.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  15. Gracehill

    Address

    19A Church Road, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    An original settlement building dating from 1765

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  16. Gracehill

    Address

    Gracehill Moravan Church, 25 Church Road, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Gracehill, Northern Ireland’s first Cultural World Heritage site and first Conservation Area, is the only complete Moravian Settlement in Ireland. Enjoy guided tours, films, entry to buildings, scenic walks and teas and crafts.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  17. Gracehill

    Address

    25 Church Road, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    The church at the heart of this beautiful Moravian settlement was completed in 1765. Experience the peaceful atmosphere and find out more by listening to the talks given hourly on the hour. Walk up the laneways either side which lead to the unusual…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  18. 2025 NI Legends champion Markus Brier tees off.
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Australia's Scott Hend who leads the Legends Tour order of merit
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    2025 NI Legends champion Markus Brier tees off.
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Australia's Scott Hend who leads the Legends Tour order of merit
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Ryder Cup player Peter Baker from England

    Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Castle Estate, Galgorm, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 6161

    Type

    Type:

    Golfing

    The NI Legends returns to Galgorm Castle Golf Club for its second edition, continuing a strong tradition of tournament golf in Northern Ireland.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Aug 2026to6 Sept 2026

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  19. Cullybackey

    Address

    21 Dreen Road, Cullybackey, County Antrim, BT42 1EB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Experience the art of traditional life at Arthur Cottage, an authentic ancestral homestead where visitors can step back in time and connect with Ulster’s rural heritage.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026to13 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  20. Gracehill

    Address

    8 Montgomery Street, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Guided tours of the former Single Brethren House

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
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