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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. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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 2026
    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
    From:
    17 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. 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
  6. 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:
    24 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    31 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    7 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    14 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    25 Aug 2026

    Price

    Free
  7. 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:
    12 July 2026
    From:
    19 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    26 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    2 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    9 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    16 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    23 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    30 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Crowds at Whitehead Food & Folk Festival within Castleview Playing Fields
    Crowds at Whitehead Food & Folk Festival within Castleview Playing Fields

    Whitehead

    Address

    Castleview Playing Fields, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join us for a day of family fun, food, and entertainment at the Whitehead Food & Folk Fest along the Causeway Coastal Route! Save the date for a perfect summer outing.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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