Sea Bangor Takes Place This Weekend! (24–25 May)

19th May 2025

The City of Bangor will be buzzing with excitement this weekend as the much-loved Sea Bangor Festival makes its return for 2025. Taking place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 May from 12 noon to 6pm, this free family-friendly event, organised by Ards and North Down Borough Council, promises a weekend filled with maritime-themed family fun, entertainment, delicious food, and live music.

Photo caption: Pictured on Eisenhower Pier are Tom and Jessica Coffey who are looking forward to a fun-filled weekend at Sea Bangor. Image: Simon Graham.

Quay Street car park, beside Eisenhower Pier, will take on a distinct holiday atmosphere with the return of the Urban Beach, funfair rides, and summer bar. Families will be able to enjoy a seaside ‘rave’ and then relax before heading to the pier for some delicious food demos, hot food trucks, a seasonal bar, and a vibrant lineup of live music performances throughout the weekend.

Keeping with the maritime theme, there will be lots more activities on the water too. E-Foiling demos will show how an electric-powered surfboard on a hydrofoil wing can lift almost one metre out of the water. There will also be plenty of ‘have a go’ sessions as well, with free paddleboarding and kayaking taster sessions at Eisenhower Pier that can be pre-booked, plus the return of the popular annual rowing competition. Cheer on local teams as they go oar-to-oar for the top prize!

Also, this weekend…

• Don’t miss the Sea Bangor Market (Sat and Sun, 12 noon – 6pm) in the former TK Maxx building on Main Street, where you can browse and buy local products.
• The Sea Bangor City Passport (Sat, 12 noon – 6pm) will challenge you to embark on a city-wide scavenger hunt and collect stamps from 14 locations around the city for a fun family challenge.
• The Old Market House, Main Street (Sat, 12 noon to 4.30pm) will host a variety of activities including craft workshops and maker demonstrations, children’s entertainment, and refreshments.

Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Alistair Cathcart, said:

“We are thrilled to welcome everyone to the Sea Bangor Festival this weekend. This event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our vibrant maritime culture and enjoy a wide range of activities and entertainment. We look forward to seeing families and friends come together to create wonderful memories in our beautiful city.”

Whether you’re looking for seaside excitement or simply a great day out with family and friends, Sea Bangor has something for everyone.

Don’t miss out! Join us at Sea Bangor this weekend and be part of one of the city’s most anticipated annual events.

For more details, visit www.visitardsandnorthdown.com/seabangor.