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  1. Arthur Dobbs Exhibition

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 93358241

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    An exhibition on Arthur Dobbs (1689 - 1765)

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to5 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  2. 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

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

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

    Dates

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

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. 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
  4. Promotional poster for Friends Goodwill Music Festival, featuring event dates, performers, ticket info, and an image of a singer performing on stage.
    Five men are seated in a cozy pub, smiling at the camera. They have pints of Guinness, a violin, and a drum, creating a warm, musical atmosphere.
    Briana Corrigan seated at a table with a cup of coffee.
    Promotional poster for Friends Goodwill Music Festival, featuring event dates, performers, ticket info, and an image of a singer performing on stage.
    Five men are seated in a cozy pub, smiling at the camera. They have pints of Guinness, a violin, and a drum, creating a warm, musical atmosphere.
    Briana Corrigan seated at a table with a cup of coffee.

    Larne

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 1245000

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Friends Goodwill Music Festival in Larne is back for 2026! A packed programme of live music, dancing, family entertainment, children's activities and street theatre.

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026Open 19:00 - 22:30
    From:
    28 June 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
  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:
    4 July 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    1 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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    5 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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    3 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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    7 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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    4 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 20:00
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    5 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
    From:
    11 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 20:00
  6. 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
  7. Antrim Round Tower
    Antrim Round Tower

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7762 226777

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Join us for this unique 8 hour tour on our witch themed taxibus, as we travel along the North Coast. You'll be regaled with stories of history, hauntings, myths, legends and witches, including a visit to where Irelands only mass witch trial took…

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2026Various Opening Times
    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Whitehead

    Address

    Various venues and locations, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Whitehead Summer Festival is back and bigger than ever. Family fun for all ages.

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026to8 Aug 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Carrickfergus Castle - crowds of kids and adults in period costumes.
    Carrickfergus Castle - crowds of kids and adults in period costumes.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Castle Green, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 1245 000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    The re-enactment of Schomberg’s Siege of Carrickfergus is taking place bank holiday Monday 31 August.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Aug 2026

    Price

    Free
  10. 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:
    26 June 2026
    From:
    31 July 2026
    From:
    28 Aug 2026
    From:
    25 Sept 2026

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket
  11. JMDA Presents 'Shine In The Spotlight' Celebrating 15 Years of Belonging at JMDA

    Ballymena

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5077

    Price

    Price £18.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Dance

    JMDA Presents 'Shine In The Spotlight' Celebrating 15 Years of Belonging at JMDA

    Dates

    From:
    19 June 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £18.50 Per Ticket
  12. Image of a willow potato basket

    Cullybackey

    Address

    President Arthur Homestead, 21A Dreen Road, Cullybackey, County Antrim, BT42 1FX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Basket Weaving Workshop by Welig Heritage Crafts as part of Ballymena 400 Celebrations.

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Cullybackey

    Address

    President Arthur Homestead, 21A Dreen Road, Cullybackey, County Antrim, BT42 1FX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Special historical talk by Dr David Hume and music by Lisa Dawson.

    Dates

    From:
    8 July 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Picture of the sky and old aeroplanes

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

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

    Dates

    From:
    10 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Larne

    Address

    Near Sandy Bay Playing Fields, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1AF

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    The Antrim Coast Half Marathon in Larne on Sunday 23 August 2026 offers a fast, scenic route attracting global runners, elite athletes, and spectators for a thrilling day of racing and community fun.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Aug 2026
  16. American flag with soldier saluting in the background

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Historical Talk at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum as part of USA 250 NI celebrations

    Dates

    From:
    9 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Carnlough

    Address

    Various venues, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Carnlough Carnival returns 24 July - 1 August 2026 with parades, music, vintage fairs, races, fireworks, and family fun. A vibrant celebration of community spirit hosted by Antrim Coast Lions Club.

    Dates

    From:
    24 July 2026to1 Aug 2026
  18. Arthur Dobbs Seminar

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Town Hall, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DG

    Telephone

    028 93358241

    Price

    Price £8.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Arthur Dobbs Seminar

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:30

    Price

    Price £8.00 Per Ticket
  19. 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
  20. Old photograph of the area of Boneybefore in Carrickfergus

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

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

    Dates

    From:
    12 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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