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  1. 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
  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. The GEC Factory

    Larne

    Address

    Larne Museum & Arts Centre, 2 Victoria Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2826 2443

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    The Turbine Generator factory on the outskirts of Larne, which opened in 1956, had a major impact in the life of the town. This exhibition commemorates this important part of Larne's history and the men and women who worked at "The GEC".

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
  4. S/S State of Indiana Direct Service Larne Harbour to New York 1882

    Larne

    Address

    2 Victoria Road, Larne, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN

    Telephone

    02828262443

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    A small display featuring artefacts that reflect Larne's links to America.

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
  5. 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
  6. A group of people walking away from the camera, through a wooden gate to a field with a mountain backdrop

    Newtowncrommelin

    Address

    Willow and Lore, 15A Craigdunloof Road, Newtowncrommelin, County Antrim, BT43 6RQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7857 579710

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Walk

    Discover the myth and folklore rooted in the land and how we now care for it on a walking tour of Willow and Lore Heritage Farm.

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026to26 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. image of a mound amongst trees

    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:

    Exhibition

    Photographic exhibition of local archaeoloogical sites

    Dates

    From:
    11 June 2026to25 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  8. Cutting Edge Technology: Stone Tools in Prehistory

    11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 93358241

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Prehistoric stone tool exhibition

    Venue

    Carrickfergus Museum, Carrickfergus

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2026to26 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  9. 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
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    19 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    26 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    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
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    30 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  10. Kite

    11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 2563 5077

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Kite Making Workshop

    Venue

    Carrickfergus Museum, Carrickfergus

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    13 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket
  11. Wildlife

    11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 2563 5077

    Price

    Price £30.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Watercolour Day Workshop: Capturing Wildlife in Paint

    Venue

    Carrickfergus Museum, Carrickfergus

    Dates

    From:
    14 July 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £30.00 Per Ticket
  12. Street Dance

    11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 2563 5077

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Street Dance Workshop

    Venue

    Carrickfergus Museum, Carrickfergus

    Dates

    From:
    14 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket
  13. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7762 226 777

    Price

    Price £22.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Uncover Northern Ireland's dark, dramatic, and sometimes downright bizarre past on this unforgettable 2.5-hour guided walking tour through the heart of historic Carrickfergus. With a broomstick-wielding, theatrically dressed guide (cape included!),…

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    18 July 2026
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    31 Oct 2026

    Price

    Price £22.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Voiceworks - Annie Jr

    1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 256 35077

    Price

    Price £13.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Voiceworks - Annie Jr

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026Open 16:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price £13.50 Per Ticket
  15. 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
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    22 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
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    17 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. 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
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    31 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    7 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    14 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    25 Aug 2026

    Price

    Free
  17. Audrey Kyle demonstrating a watercolour painting at Gobbins Studio , Islandmagee
    Audrey Kyle painting in her studio with workshop attendees watching on at Gobbins Studio , Islandmagee, Co Antrim
    Audrey Kyle demonstrating a watercolour painting at Gobbins Studio , Islandmagee
    Audrey Kyle painting in her studio with workshop attendees watching on at Gobbins Studio , Islandmagee, Co Antrim

    Islandmagee

    Address

    147 Gobbins Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7712 464966

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    A watercolour workshop focusing on painting a composition in a relaxed studio on the cliffs on the peninsula of Islandmagee.

    Dates

    From:
    24 July 2026Open 13:30 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. A small crowd are gathered in meadow clearing behind tall grasses on a summers day
    A small crowd gathers around a buffet table for lunch under a parasol with bunting
    Garments a fabrics dyed blue are hanging on a drying rack
    Aerial view of a table with various pigment related items and some ochre artwork
    A facilitator in front of a makeshift outdoor stage addresses a small crowd sitting in a circle on a ground sheet
    Cyanotype artist prepares materials
    A small crowd are gathered in meadow clearing behind tall grasses on a summers day
    A small crowd gathers around a buffet table for lunch under a parasol with bunting
    Garments a fabrics dyed blue are hanging on a drying rack
    Aerial view of a table with various pigment related items and some ochre artwork
    A facilitator in front of a makeshift outdoor stage addresses a small crowd sitting in a circle on a ground sheet
    Cyanotype artist prepares materials

    Newtowncrommelin

    Address

    Willow and Lore, 15A Craigdunloof Road, Newtowncrommelin, County Antrim, BT436RQ

    Type

    Type:

    Craft

    A weekend of playful activities for crafters and families to explore botanical dyes, pigments & inks.

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026to26 July 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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