Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland packs in the attractions with a rich cultural heritage, striking scenery and a sweep of stunning coastline

Bushmills Inn
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Rathlin Island
Ould Lammas Fair

From left to right: Bushmills Inn, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Rathlin Island, Ould Lammas Fair

Northern Ireland's beauty is intertwined with tragic history, rich culture and the renowned friendliness of its people.
 
The wild craggy mountains, splendid lakes and sweeping coastline make it an ideal playground for watersports enthusiasts, walkers, cyclists, hikers, rock climbers and sailors.
 
But there are lots of things to keep those after a dose of culture enthralled, too. From boisterous oyster festivals to authentic horse fairs, and from ancient castles to elegant country houses, this spectacular part of Ireland is packed with things to do. 

The six counties of Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone and two major cities, the capital Belfast and Londonderry City are just waiting to be explored.

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Auld Lammas Fair

30 Aug 2010 - 31 Aug 2010

Ireland’s oldest traditional market fair, with horse trading, street entertainment and market stalls. Sample the local...

The Gannonball Run

30 Aug 2010 - 30 Aug 2010

Bigger, Better, and a Faster Track!

Hillsborough International Oyster Festival

02 Sep 2010 - 05 Sep 2010

The Festival continues to go from strength to strength and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever.

19th Annual Appalachian and Bluegrass Festival

03 Sep 2010 - 05 Sep 2010

Get along to the ‘Bluegrass in the Park’ afternoon sessions or the evening concerts and experience something really special....

Loughs Agency Annual Pike Angling Festival

04 Sep 2010 - 05 Sep 2010

A highlight in the local angling calendar, and an ideal opportunity for adults and juniors alike to learn the art of pike fishing....

NI International Airshow

04 Sep 2010 - 05 Sep 2010

West Bay, Portrush. Full programme of ground exhibitions and entertainment.

Big Tickle Comedy Festival

06 Sep 2010 - 12 Sep 2010

The Big Tickle is Northern Ireland's largest comedy festival and hosts a galaxy of comedy stars from around the globe. This year's...

Open House Festival

07 Sep 2010 - 13 Sep 2010

Belfast’s fantastic boutique blue grass festival, happening from 7-12 September, is into its twelfth year but trust us, its just...

The 9th Benedict Kiely Literary Weekend

09 Sep 2010 - 12 Sep 2010

An annual literary festival dedicated to Benedict Kiely, one of the most distinguished figures in twentieth century Irish...

Green Living Fair at Castle Espie

11 Sep 2010 - 12 Sep 2010

The Annual Green Living Fair at Castle Espie. The day will include debates, demonstrations, workshops, exhibitors with food, music...

Bike the Blackwater

12 Sep 2010 - 12 Sep 2010

This 65 mile/105 km cycling event will take you through some of Ireland's most stunning countryside and oldest, most historic...

Festival of the Peninsula

15 Sep 2010 - 19 Sep 2010

For five days in September the Ards Peninsula will spring to life with music, songs and stories.

International Sheepdog Trials

16 Sep 2010 - 18 Sep 2010

The annual International Sheepdog Trials are organised each year by a different regional associate of the International Sheepdog...

Magnus Barelegs Viking Festival

18 Sep 2010 - 19 Sep 2010

This very popular event will bring together the activities of Killyleagh Viking Boat Races and the Magnus Barelegs Festival in...

A Taste of Northern Ireland Garden Party

18 Sep 2010 - 19 Sep 2010

Belfast’s picturesque Botanic Gardens will be the undoubted destination for gardeners and gastronomes alike for this exciting...

Castlerock Community Association Walking Festival

18 Sep 2010 - 20 Sep 2010

On the 18th and 19th September, the Castlerock Community Association will be hosting their first walking festival which will allow...

Culture Night Belfast

24 Sep 2010 - 25 Sep 2010

Join thousands of people in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter and across the city as dozens of public areas, streets, and buildings are...

Quay Vipers MCC Snakebite Rally

24 Sep 2010 - 26 Sep 2010

The Snakebite Rally weekend in recent years has developed into one of Ireland’s premier events in the biking calendar for all bike...

Family History Festival

30 Sep 2010 - 03 Oct 2010

The Route Back Home 2010 is a family history festival focusing on the genealogy of Ballymoney and district, the region...

City of Song Festival

30 Sep 2010 - 03 Oct 2010

A festival that celebrates the musical legacy of Derry – home to the Undertones, Joseph Locke, Phil Coulter, Nadine Coyle – with...

Ulster Bank Belfast Festival at Queen's

15 Oct 2010 - 30 Oct 2010

Audiences and artists from around the world converge on Belfast in October for the 16 days of Ireland’s biggest international arts...

RUA Annual Exhibition

15 Oct 2010 - 14 Nov 2010

The Royal Ulster Academy’s 129th Annual Exhibition, which aims to highlight the best in contemporary and traditional visual arts...

Roe Valley Folk Festival

22 Oct 2010 - 24 Oct 2010

Folk Music, dance, song and verse, performances, concerts and sessions. Outdoor children and community events.

Banks of The Foyle Hallowe'en Carnival

29 Oct 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

The original and best Hallowe'en festival featuring a three-day programme of events including a top class carnival parade and...

Christmas Continental Market, Belfast

01 Nov 2010 - 31 Dec 2010

The hugely popular Christmas Continental Market returns to Belfast. Once again the grounds of Belfast City Hall will come alive...

Cinemagic International Film Festival

11 Nov 2010 - 26 Nov 2010

Film fans across Northern Ireland are in for a cinematic treat as the 20th Coca-Cola Cinemagic International Film and Television...

Crafts in the City 2010, Guildhall

12 Nov 2010 - 14 Nov 2010

The premier showcae for crafts in the north. This annual event celebrates the cream of Irish craft and features a host of...

The Bard of Armagh Finals 2010

19 Nov 2010 - 19 Nov 2010

The Bard of Armagh Festival of Humorous Verse has been in existence since 1993. It has grown from a small community event to...

Winter Craft Fair

19 Nov 2010 - 20 Nov 2010

Christmas shopping in Cookstown gets a special boost with the return of the Winter Craft Fair at the Burnavon Arts and Cultural...

Foyle Film Festival 2010

19 Nov 2010 - 27 Nov 2010

The biggest Film Festival in Northern Ireland and not to be missed.

Dickens' Day- Annual Christmas Extravaganza

27 Nov 2010 - 27 Nov 2010

Welcome the Christmas period with a horse drawn carriage parade, children’s entertainment, Christmas lights switch-on and a...

The Spirit of Christmas Past at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

11 Dec 2010 - 12 Dec 2010

Come and experience the wonderful atmosphere of a 1900s Christmas with storytelling, traditional mumming, brass bands, carol...

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The city of Derry is the only completely walled city in Ireland and the United Kingdom and boasts over 1,450 years of history.