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  1. 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
  2. Paint

    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 5077

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Painting Workshop

    Dates

    From:
    31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket
  3. Larne

    Address

    Larne Market Yard, Station Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 3AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8273

    Type

    Type:

    Shopping

    Larne Variety Market is a friendly weekly market held every Wednesday in the historic Market Yard. Browse fresh produce, baked goods, clothing and household items, support local traders, and enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere

    Dates

    From:
    7 Jan 2026to30 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
  4. Ballymena

    Address

    Various locations Ballymena Town Centre, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 4HZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 3199

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    This year our much-loved town celebrates an incredible milestone as Ballymena turns 400, and we're marking the occasion in style with a summer packed full of fun, adventure, surprises and celebrations. Whether you're a local, a regular visitor or…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    25 Aug 2026

    Price

    Free
  5. Glenarm

    Address

    Eglinton Yard Barn, New Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7482 224759

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Explore the Glenarm Monthly Community Market for artisan crafts and treats. Accessible and inclusive, featuring a "Made in Glenarm" stall celebrating local makers. Free admission. Held the first Saturday of each month in Eglinton Yard in Glenarm…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    3 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    7 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    4 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 20:00
    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    11 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 20:00
  6. Whitehead

    Address

    Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    The award-winning Whitehead Railway Museum is a must-see for anyone with an interest in trains, railway heritage or local history.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  7. Arthur Dobbs Exhibition

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8241

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    An exhibition on Arthur Dobbs (1689 - 1765)

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to5 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  8. Field of poppies

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Historical talk provided by Dr David Hume at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

    Dates

    From:
    15 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Super Sat poster for the september 2026

    11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Museum, Museum & Civic Centre, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8241

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Creative fun for the under 5's

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00

    Price

    Free
  10. Poster to publicise Carrickfergus Artisan Market with image of Castle and time from 11am to 3pm on first Saturday of the Month.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Market Place, (Wet weather contingency) - Town Hall, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 124 5000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Explore Carrickfergus' Outdoor Artisan Market for handmade gifts and treats, operating monthly from February to November.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026
    From:
    3 Oct 2026
    From:
    7 Nov 2026

    Price

    Free
  11. Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
    Interpretation panels on wall relating to Dobbins history in Carrickfergus
    Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
    Interpretation panels on wall relating to Dobbins history in Carrickfergus

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Dobbins Inn Hotel, 6/8 High Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 1905

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience in Carrick's Hidden Tower House, Dobbins Inn.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Aug 2026
    From:
    25 Sept 2026

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket
  12. Charles Shiels Houses
    Charles Shiels Houses
    Charles Shiels Houses
    Charles Shiels Houses

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Sheils Houses, Larne Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    EHOD (European Heritage Open Days)

    Visitors can enjoy guided or self guided tours of the grounds, explore revived historic features such as a wildlife pond, hedging, wildflower meadows and bee friendly planting, and visit productive community growing areas. Activities include…

    Dates

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

    Price

    Free
  13. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Joymount car park, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 5890

    Type

    Type:

    Shopping

    Carrickfergus Variety Market is a friendly weekly outdoor market held every Thursday in Joymount Car Park. Browse fresh produce, baked goods, clothing and household items, support local traders, and enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere

    Dates

    From:
    8 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
  14. 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
  15. A musician plays a harp in a rustic room with stone walls, candlelight, and soft natural light
    A musician stands beside a harp in front of a stone fireplace, holding a traditional Irish bódhran  in a rustic room lit by candles
    A traditional Scottish harp sitting in a rustic room with stone walls, and beside it is a traditional Irish bódhran. The room is lit with candles and
    A woman with brown hair is smiling at the camera. She is sitting outside, by a stone wall with an iron gate and is shaded by leafy trees
    A musician plays a harp in a rustic room with stone walls, candlelight, and soft natural light
    A musician stands beside a harp in front of a stone fireplace, holding a traditional Irish bódhran  in a rustic room lit by candles
    A traditional Scottish harp sitting in a rustic room with stone walls, and beside it is a traditional Irish bódhran. The room is lit with candles and
    A woman with brown hair is smiling at the camera. She is sitting outside, by a stone wall with an iron gate and is shaded by leafy trees

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    c/o Dobbins Inn Hotel, 6-8 High Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7564597038

    Price

    Price £32.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Join local musician and storyteller, Lisa Dawson as she shares her Ulster-Scots heritage through music, song, and folklore in the heart of Carrickfergus.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 16:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £32.00 Per Ticket
  16. Ballymena

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Price

    Price £10.00 Activity

    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

    Price

    Price £10.00 Activity

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Advert for summer serenades

    Carrickfergus, Larne, Ballymena, Whitehead, Glenarm

    Address

    Various Locations, Carrickfergus, Larne, Ballymena, Whitehead, Glenarm, County Antrim

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    Enjoy the sounds of summer with Summer Serenades, a free series of live outdoor music performances set in locations across Mid and East Antrim. From ukuleles to brass and silver bands, pipe band plus accordion ensembles, there’s something for…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    23 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    30 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
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