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  1. Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform
    Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform

    Whitehead

    Address

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Visit Whitehead for a magical steam train ride and visit to Whitehead Railway Museum. Enjoy family-friendly activities and historic charm. Trains run every 30 minutes from 11:00 - 15:00.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  2. Alastair exploring one of the Seven Towers
    Walking Tour poster
    Alastair exploring one of the Seven Towers
    Walking Tour poster

    Ballymena

    Address

    51-53 Church Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7ER

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7392 597080

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    A heritage walking tour around Ballymena!

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
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    16 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
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    13 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket
  3. Notice with food illustrations stating Food & Folk Fest Whitehead
    Crowds at Whitehead Food & Folk Festival within Castleview Playing Fields
    Traditional musicians performing under marquee
    Notice with food illustrations stating Food & Folk Fest Whitehead
    Crowds at Whitehead Food & Folk Festival within Castleview Playing Fields
    Traditional musicians performing under marquee

    Whitehead

    Address

    Castleview Playing Fields (To be confirmed), 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:
    9 Aug 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Marketing Graphic of lady shopping at craft fair with Fair details.

    Islandmagee

    Address

    The Gobbins Visitor Centre, 68 Middle Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 2318

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Join us on Saturday 19 July for The Gobbins Craft Fair! Discover unique handmade items, support local artisans, and enjoy a day of creativity, shopping, and community spirit.

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Music festival for all abilities
    Music festival for all abilities

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Various Locations, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DG

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Around the Town music festival is back for a second year with 22 events across 9 days in Carrickfergus!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025to9 Aug 2025
  6. Glenarm

    Address

    Eglinton Yard Barn, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7482 224759

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Explore the Glenarm Monthly Community Market for artisan crafts, local treats, and live music. Accessible and inclusive, featuring a "Made in Glenarm" stall celebrating local makers. Free admission. Held the first Saturday of each month in Eglinton…

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025
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    2 Aug 2025
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    6 Sept 2025
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    4 Oct 2025
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    1 Nov 2025
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    5 Dec 2025
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    12 Dec 2025
  7. Carnlough

    Address

    Harbourview Hotel, 20 Harbour Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2888 5255

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    The Carnlough Whiskey Festival promises four days of whiskey, music and craic. Featuring local brands Bushmills, Shortcross, Copeland, Outwalker, Limavady and Garden County. Whiskey tasting, cocktail sessions and meet industry leaders. The festival…

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2025to23 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
  8. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Parade (Whitehead Promenade), Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9QP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    County Antrim Yacht Club's Annual Racing Regatta returns to Whitehead on Saturday 2 August, featuring exciting dinghy and keelboat races. Spectators and sailors alike can enjoy a thrilling day of competition.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00
  9. Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    World Invitational at Galgorm
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    Galgorm Championship Castle Course
    World Invitational at Galgorm

    Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Castle Estate, Galgorm, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 6161

    Price

    Price £15.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Golfing

    The NI Legends Open is a brand new event on the Legends Tour that takes place at Galgorm. A host of household names, Ryder Cup players and captains plus Major winners. Players such as Paul McGinley, Ian Woosnam, Paul Lawrie, David Howell, former US…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Aug 2025to31 Aug 2025Open 08:00 - 20:00

    Price

    Price £15.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Number of rowers in rowing boats in the sea competing in a race, with shore in background
    Large number of rowing boats with rowers in sea competing in a race
    Rowing boat in sea with rowers sitting in red uniforms with all their paddles raised, and shoreline in background
    Number of rowers in rowing boats in the sea competing in a race, with shore in background
    Large number of rowing boats with rowers in sea competing in a race
    Rowing boat in sea with rowers sitting in red uniforms with all their paddles raised, and shoreline in background

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm Marina, Coast Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0DA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7727 235047

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    Experience thrilling coastal rowing in Glenarm on the Causeway Coastal Route, from 15–17 August 2025 with top Irish crews, scenic races, vibrant festivities, local food, music, and a warm, welcoming community - free for spectators!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2025
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    16 Aug 2025
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    17 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Kernohans Lane, Ballymena

    Address

    Slemish Market Garden, The Ecos Centre, Kernohans Lane, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT437QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7547 804975

    Price

    Price £75.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Dining in the Garden! Slemish Market Supper Club are back were it all began for a truly unique dining experience in Slemish Market Garden in Ballymena, County Antrim. Join us for a 6 course dining experience & BYO on Friday 4th July. From garden to…

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2025Open 18:30 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £75.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Poster to publicise Carrickfergus Artisan Market with image of Castle and time from 11am to 3pm on first Saturday of the Month.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Market Place, (Wet weather contingency) - Town Hall, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 124 5000

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Explore Carrickfergus' Outdoor Artisan Market for handmade gifts and treats, operating monthly from February to November.

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025
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    2 Aug 2025
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    6 Sept 2025
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    4 Oct 2025
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    1 Nov 2025
  13. Magheramorne

    Address

    Magheramorne Estate, 59 Shore Road, Magheramorne, County Antrim, BT40 3HW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9538 0895

    Price

    Price £49.95 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Afternoon Tea

    Magheramorne Estate, on the Causeway Coastal Route, hosts a stylish Pimm's Afternoon Tea with seasonal treats by Jane's Kitchen, live music, and elegant surroundings - offering guests a delightful summer farewell experience.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £49.95 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Whitehead Railway Museum, Wee Critters, Whitehead

    Whitehead

    Address

    Whiitehead Railway Museum, Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Wee Critters are back by popular demand! Visit Whitehead Railway Museum on Saturday 30th August and meet some interesting friends of ours. Start your visit with a short steam train ride up and down our own platform, then enjoy a 45-minute…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  15. CAYC Waterfest 2025

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Parade (Whitehead Promenade), Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9QP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    Join County Antrim Yacht Club’s Water Festival Fundraiser in Whitehead, supporting the RNLI. Enjoy kayak and paddleboard races, dinghy taster sessions, a bay swim, RNLI safety checks, BBQ, refreshments, and music.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00
  16. Willow & Lore Welcome
    Butter Making Willow & Lore
    Jacob Sheep Willow & Lore
    Willow & Lore Cottage
    Willow & Lore Fire, Feast & Folklore
    Willow & Lore potatoes
    Willow & Lore Donkeys
    Willow & Lore Welcome
    Butter Making Willow & Lore
    Jacob Sheep Willow & Lore
    Willow & Lore Cottage
    Willow & Lore Fire, Feast & Folklore
    Willow & Lore potatoes
    Willow & Lore Donkeys

    Newtowncrommelin

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7857 579710

    Price

    Price £98.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Discover Fire, Feast & Folklore in the Antrim Hills - an unforgettable heritage farm experience with hands-on traditions, seasonal food, fireside tales, and rustic charm. Reconnect with nature, heritage, and hearty Irish hospitality.

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    2 Aug 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    29 Aug 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    20 Sept 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    11 Oct 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    1 Nov 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30
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    22 Nov 2025Open 13:30 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £98.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp to main entrance
  17. Islandmagee

    Address

    Various venues, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

    Type

    Type:

    Craft

    The Islandmagee Arts Trail, run by Islandmagee Originals, returns 2–3 August 2025, featuring local art, open studios, live demos, stunning scenery, and the chance to meet the locals behind it all.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to3 Aug 2025
  18. Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm Castle Estate, Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1203

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Celebrate spring at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival, 2 - 4 May 2026, with vibrant blooms, live entertainment, family fun, carnival rides, food, crafts and special guests still to be announced!

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to4 May 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Off site parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises - The Tea Rooms, Potting Shed, Milk Parlour, and Pizza Pavillion as well as additional food trucks

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  19. Whitehead Victorian Street Fair logo in a Victorian script font.
    A photo of Santa in his Whitehead grotto waiting for children to arrive for presents.
    A photo of two men and a lady dressed in Victorian clothes standing with a penny farthing.
    A photo of a couple wearing Victorian costumes
    A photograph of local drama club, Uplift, dressed as chimney sweeps.
    A stall with antiques for sale
    Whitehead Victorian Street Fair logo in a Victorian script font.
    A photo of Santa in his Whitehead grotto waiting for children to arrive for presents.
    A photo of two men and a lady dressed in Victorian clothes standing with a penny farthing.
    A photo of a couple wearing Victorian costumes
    A photograph of local drama club, Uplift, dressed as chimney sweeps.
    A stall with antiques for sale

    Whitehead

    Address

    Town Centre, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Honouring Whitehead's Victorian legacy, the street fair features stalls, crafts, live music, and themed entertainment, creating a festive backdrop for the town's Christmas light switch-on. A beloved tradition since its inception in 2008, the…

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Off site parking
  20. Logo of Carrickfergus Tours and Tales with green background and castle in the centre

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Meet outside Carrickfergus Castle, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Explore Carrickfergus with expert local guides through engaging walking tours, themed experiences, and heritage talks—bringing the town’s rich history to life with storytelling, passion, and unforgettable memories.

    Dates

    From:
    25 June 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Off site parking
    • Parking (free)
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