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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm Castle Estate, 2 Castle Lane, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1203

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    The Tedberry Market returns to Glenarm Castle on 27–28 June, bringing over 150 unique vendors, live music, food, workshops, and family fun to the stunning Causeway Coastal Route.

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026to28 June 2026
  5. 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
  6. 4 actors on outdoor stage performing.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Shaftesbury Park, Joymount, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    03001245000

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Outdoor theatre returns to Carrickfergus this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at Shaftesbury Park, Carrickfergus. Gates open 6pm, show starts 7pm. Enjoy live music from CWA Brass, a picnic-friendly atmosphere, and a lively outdoor…

    Dates

    From:
    19 Aug 2026
  7. 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
  8. 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:
    5 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    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
    From:
    9 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
    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
  9. A person talking in front of an interpretation panel about Andrew Jackson

    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:
    11 Mar 2027Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. 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
  11. Picture of a ball of yarn and event information

    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 and Davy Moore at the Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 4 actors on outdoor stage performing.

    Ballymena

    Address

    People’s Park, Doury Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 6JA

    Telephone

    03001245000

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Outdoor theatre returns to Ballymena this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at People's Park, Ballymena. Gates open 6pm, show starts 7pm. Enjoy live music from the Ballymena Strummers, a picnic-friendly atmosphere, and a lively outdoor…

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2026
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. Image shows red white and blue swirl lollipop with a bow

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Free children's craft workshop as part of USA 250 NI celebrations at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2026Open 12:00 - 13:00
    From:
    4 July 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    4 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. 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
    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
  20. Image of Carrickfergus Castle

    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:
    14 Jan 2027Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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