Wednesday 23 September – Sunday 4 October 2026
Bangor
A celebration of Irish Writing
Northern Ireland’s longest‑running literature festival — each autumn Bangor becomes a hub for reading, writing and creative inspiration. Aspects Festival returns to Bangor with a vibrant programme of author talks, poetry events, workshops, performances and exhibitions.
This year's festival welcomes acclaimed writers including John Banville, Jan Carson and David Park, alongside an exciting mix of poets, authors and performers from near and far. The programme also features A Poet in Every Port, a major Southbank Centre initiative celebrating poetry, creativity and local voices, with events including readings from the New Poets Collective.
Whether you're a lifelong reader, aspiring writer or simply curious to discover something new, Aspects Festival offers opportunities to be inspired, entertained and engaged.
Aspects Festival runs from 23 September to 4 October at various locations around Bangor.
Tickets range from free to charged, depending on the activity. See the Aspects website for their What's On programme for more info.
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Sustainability
Ards and North Down Borough Council is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. We encourage visitors to travel via public transport, there are fresh water stations on site bring along refillable water bottles, reusable bags to pick up goodies at the event and please dispose rubbish in the correct bins when on-site.
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