Blog (Things To Do) - Ards & North Down

Spending time entertaining the kids during family breaks and school holidays made easy with this handy go-to guide on all that you can do and see, no matter the season.

The perfect place for time well spent with family, friends, and loved ones; make  memories this spring in Ards and North Down.

Spend this Mother's Day, Sunday 15 March 2026, with nearest and dearest, celebrating your Mum, or someone who is just like a Mum to you, doing something together. Whether it's a walk, a craft activity, an afternoon tea out or a treat at the spa, you are sure to find something to treat her with, here in Ards and North Down.

Spending time entertaining the kids made easy with this handy go-to guide on all that you can do and see, no matter the season half term falls.

Each February, the NI Science Festival brings science, technology, engineering, the arts and maths to life through an inspiring programme of events across Northern Ireland. Since its launch in 2015..

Enjoy some quality time with your nearest and dearest, let us guide you to some of the loveliest locations in the borough…

Restore your wellbeing and immerse yourself in our place; nestled amongst our beautiful scenery, enjoy a spa break in one of our specialised accommodation's waiting to welcome you.

Take a day, or better still, make it a getaway, just the two of you, and spend time together on Valentine's in Ards and North Down. Our stunning scenery, nestled between countryside and shoreline, cosy nights away and a place where you can just be you, makes our corner of the Isle simply idyllic and rather romantic!

The stunning scenery of Ards and North Down is becoming an increasingly popular location for filming in Northern Ireland. From gritty dramas to big blockbusters our beautiful landscapes and seascapes provide the backdrop, it is not surprising so many choose to bring productions here.

Great value getaways, getting off the beaten track, quality time, and memories that will last a lifetime – it’s all closer than you think with the hidden treasure that is Ards and North Down.

Celebrate World Wellness Weekend 2025 in Ards and North Down, 19 - 21 September. Enjoy coastal escapes, local food and outdoor wellness in Northern Ireland.

Make the most of the last Bank Holiday of the weekend, 23 - 25 August with these ideas of where to go and what to do in Ards and North Down.