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  1. Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat
     Exhibition cabin
    Our shelter and exhibition cabin
    Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat
     Exhibition cabin
    Our shelter and exhibition cabin

    Donaghadee

    Address

    Marina Carpark, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0HF

    Telephone

    07805 096 958

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Visit the Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat, see the exhibition and hear her story.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2025to14 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    29 Jan 2026to1 Mar 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. I heard the footfall of the flower spring...

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    0289181 0803

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Bernie McAdam's exhibition, I heard the footfall of the flower spring.. reflects an engagement with Greek mythology through the lens of personal trauma and loss, exploring how ancient narratives resonate with contemporary emotional landscapes.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025to3 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  3. A Longing for a Feeling I Cannot Remember

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    0289181 0803

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    In this exhibition, Patrick Hickey presents a new series of oil paintings and works on paper exploring queerness, masculinity, and identity through the depiction of the nude male figure in otherworldly landscapes.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Nov 2025to3 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  4. Christmas Bazaar

    Bangor

    Address

    Seacourt Print Workshop, 75 Main Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AF

    Telephone

    02891460595

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Seacourt Festive Print Bazaar - a celebration of original print and a chance to buy some beautiful handmade gifts.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025Open 09:30 - 17:00
  5. Ceramic Decoration Workshop

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    0289127 1200

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Try your hand at designing your own ceramic Christmas jumper hanging decoration!

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. ​The Christmassy Christmas Show

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    A celebration of everything Christmassy, from fir trees, fairy lights, sleigh bells and snowflakes to crackers, carols, presents and pudding.

    Join Craig as he goes on a quest to find The Twelve Sprouts of Christmas, and along the way spot some…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Handmade Holiday Magic Workshop

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    0289127 1200

    Price

    Price from: £7.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    A festive children's workshop where little makers craft heartfelt Christmas gifts!

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 14:30 - 15:30

    Price

    Price from: £7.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Christmas Movie Screenings at the Ulster Transport Museum with Strand Cinema

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Transport Museum, 150 Bangor Road, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    See festive movie screenings of It's a Wonderful Life and The Polar Express at the Ulster Transport Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Open 16:15 - 22:00

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket
  9. Rapunzel

    Bangor

    Address

    1a Studio, 1a Hamilton Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JP

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £12.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Play

    Rapunzel, A Hairlairious Pantomime by Tom Whalley presented by 2nd Skin Theatre Group. From just a little girl, poor Rapunzel has been locked away in a tower by Wicked Gothel, who uses her for her magical hair that gives Wicked Gothel a youthful…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £12.00 Per Ticket
  10. Plate with gingerbread person, mince pies and mini trifle

    Crawfordsburn

    Address

    The Old Inn, 15-25 Main Street, Crawfordsburn, County Down, BT19 1JH

    Telephone

    028 9185 3255

    Price

    Price from: £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Gather with friends and loved ones for a heart-warming afternoon at The Old Inn this Christmas. Begin with a festive afternoon tea, filled with homemade treats and seasonal delights, before settling into the cosy surroundings of The Gallery for a…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Christmas in the Trenches
    Christmas in the Trenches
    Christmas Truce
    Christmas in the Trenches
    Christmas in the Trenches
    Christmas Truce

    Newtownards

    Address

    The Somme Museum, 233 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT237PH

    Telephone

    02891823202

    Price

    Price from: £18.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Christmas themed tour.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price from: £18.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Bangor Drama Club, Sleeping Beauty Pantomime poster
    Bangor Drama Club, Sleeping Beauty Pantomime poster
    Bangor Drama Club, Sleeping Beauty Pantomime poster
    Bangor Drama Club, Sleeping Beauty Pantomime poster

    Bangor

    Address

    1a Studio, 1a Hamilton Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JP

    Telephone

    02891270069

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Packed with catchy songs, hilarious gags and dazzling costumes this magical pantomime is the perfect festive treat for all of the family.

    Dates

    From:
    18 Dec 2025
    From:
    19 Dec 2025

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket
  13. Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Ards Arts Centre
    Newtownards Priory from street view
    Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Ards Arts Centre
    Newtownards Priory from street view

    High Street, Newtownards

    Address

    Tour departs Town Hall/Ards Arts Centre, Conway Square, High Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Price from: £8.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Makes a great Christmas gift! This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026

    Price

    Price from: £8.00 Per Ticket
  14. image of lighthouse and pier with sunset over the water in the background.
    The Motte Donaghadee
    A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
    Donaghadee Harbour from the sea, a birds eye view
    Donaghadee town and harbour  from the sea at dusk
    image of lighthouse and pier with sunset over the water in the background.
    The Motte Donaghadee
    A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
    Donaghadee Harbour from the sea, a birds eye view
    Donaghadee town and harbour  from the sea at dusk

    Donaghadee

    Address

    Tour departs from Donaghadee Harbour, Off The Parade, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0DG

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Price from: £8.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Makes a great Christmas gift! This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026

    Price

    Price from: £8.00 Per Ticket
  15. Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art
    Late Night Art

    Bangor

    Address

    Various locations central Bangor City Centre, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    02891482053

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    On the last Thursday of every month, from 6 - 9pm, creative spaces in central Bangor host art exhibitions, demonstrations and experiences - all FREE

    Dates

    From:
    29 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
    From:
    26 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
    From:
    26 Mar 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
    From:
    30 Apr 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Free
  16. St Columbanus stained glass window, and the Bangor Bell on display in North Down Museum
    Brigid of Sustainable Journeys Ireland
    Making a Saint Brigid Cross
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    The Monks Cell at North Down Museum, Bangor
    Bangor Bell trail in Castle Park
    Statue of The Bangor Bell outside of Bangor Abbey in the city
    St Columbanus stained glass window, and the Bangor Bell on display in North Down Museum
    Brigid of Sustainable Journeys Ireland
    Making a Saint Brigid Cross
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    The Monks Cell at North Down Museum, Bangor
    Bangor Bell trail in Castle Park
    Statue of The Bangor Bell outside of Bangor Abbey in the city

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Beside Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Ireland's patron saints at North Down Museum. Upon arrival, savour traditional refreshments associated with Saint Brigid, including homemade pancakes, oatcakes, and local honey. Brigid Watson will guide you…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Feb 2026

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket
  17. Somme Museum

    Newtownards

    Address

    The Somme Museum, 233 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT237PH

    Telephone

    02891823202

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation of the 36th (Ulster) Division.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Feb 2026Open 18:45 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. Emer Maguire comedian

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £16.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Emer Maguire's SOLD OUT hit "Notions" - hilarious stories, witty songs & honest takes on life and relationships. Don't miss this gem!

    Emer Maguire is back with her brand new stand up show, Notions. This will be Emer's biggest show yet and it's…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £16.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. Terry McHugh Comedian

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £17.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Terry McHugh returns with hilarious stories of childhood, parenthood & his expensive Lego obsession. Don't miss this new Tour!

    You've seen him warming up crowds for Jake O'Kane and Neil Delamere – now it's Terry McHugh's turn to headline! After…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £17.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Tim McGarry comedian

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Portaferry, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £22.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Sharp wit meets towering perspective as Tim delivers expertly crafted comedy about life's absurdities. Relax and laugh at the nonsense.

    Tim McGarry is back on the road with his brand new solo stand up show The Height of Nonsense. Following the huge…

    Dates

    From:
    16 May 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £22.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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