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Summer Serenades

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

Every Sunday in July and August, 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 everyone to enjoy.

Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and soak up the atmosphere as talented local musicians fill the air with uplifting tunes. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon with family and friends!

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Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
AdmissionFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Opening Times

Ballyduff Silver Band, Marine Gardens, Carrickfergus (5 July 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
East Antrim Accordion, Town Park, Larne (12 July 2026)
DayTimes
CWA Brass, Castle Green, Carrickfergus (19 July 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
Third Carrick Band, Blackhead Path Car Park (Whitehead Summer Festival) (26 July 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
Major Sinclair Pipe Band, Castle Green, Carrickfergus (Around the Town Festival) (2 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
Third Carrick Band, Marine Gardens, Carrickfergus (9 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
Star of Knockagh Accordion Band, Castle Green, Carrickfergus (16 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
Ballymena Ukulele Group, Ecos Hub, Ballymena (23 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00
East Antrim Accordion, Eglinton Barn (Glenarm Art & Literature Festival) (30 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday14:00 - 15:00

* Every Sunday in July & August.

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