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  1. Pipe Band in action
    Pipe Band in action
    Pipe Band in action
    Pipe Band in action

    Bangor

    Address

    Ward Arras at Ward Park, Gransha Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4UL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Competition / Game

    The largest pipe band and drum major contest to be held in Northern Ireland this year! This event always makes for a fantastic day out. The impressive showcase of sound and colour fills the air and is a delight to the eyes.

    Dates

    From:
    18 May 2024

    Price

    Free
  2. The walled Garden
    Menu for A Posh Picnic in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Lorraine Small of The Walled Garden Helen's Bay standing with a posh picnic hamper in the gardens.
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    The walled Garden
    Menu for A Posh Picnic in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Lorraine Small of The Walled Garden Helen's Bay standing with a posh picnic hamper in the gardens.
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    The Walled Garden Helen's Bay

    Helen's Bay

    Address

    The Walled Garden Helen's Bay, 47 Craigdarragh Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1UB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9127 0069

    Price

    Price £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    This beautiful, relaxed dining experience will showcase the Walled Garden Helen's Bay in all its spring beauty.  Deckchairs, rugs and cushions will adorn the garden of Old Mill House where you can unwind and sample the delights in this fork style…

    Dates

    From:
    18 May 2024

    Price

    Price £55.00 Per Ticket
  3. The 4 of Us Brendan and Declan Murphy

    Portaferry

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    David Hull Promotions Presents – The 4 of Us

    We are delighted to welcome back the gorgeous sound of Brendan and Declan Murphy performing highlights of their award-winning career, along with new material from their upcoming album "Crescent Nights".

    Dates

    From:
    18 May 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Paul McCusker conducting

    Bangor

    Address

    St Comgall’s Parish Hall, 27 Brunswick Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 3DS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9127 0069

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £14.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Classical Music

    Join us on Saturday 18 May, in St Comgall's Parish Centre in Bangor, as we celebrate summer with a delightful programme of classical favourites!

    Dates

    From:
    18 May 2024

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £14.00 Per Ticket
  5. Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock with text saying Sold Out
    Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock
    Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock
    Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock with text saying Sold Out
    Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock
    Electric Bike Tour with Strangford Lough Activity Centre in Whiterock

    Sketrick Island, Killinchy

    Address

    Strangford Lough Activity Centre, 40 Whiterock Road, Sketrick Island, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6HQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    This experience is a Guided Electric Bike Tour around the shoreline of stunning Strangford Lough, with an artisan picnic - thrill your senses with this adventure around one of the most beautiful parts of the country.

    Dates

    From:
    19 May 2024

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket
  6. Music notes

    Bangor

    Address

    Hamilton Road Presbyterian Church, Hamilton Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4LN

    Price

    Price £12.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Bangor Ladies Choir, Donaghadee Male Voice Choir and Peninsula Praise will be coming together in aid of the Mayor’s Charities, for one evening only at the Hamilton Road Presbyterian Church, Bangor where they’ll perform a myriad of songs for the…

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2024

    Price

    Price £12.00 Per Ticket
  7. Sauna & Plunge Experience
    Wellbeing tent
    Sudor basecamp
    Woodfired wellness
    Ice bath with elemental breathwork
    Sauna & Plunge Experience
    Wellbeing tent
    Sudor basecamp
    Woodfired wellness
    Ice bath with elemental breathwork

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT222AD

    Telephone

    07834 806 420

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Sudor Wellness, a leading wellness centre specializing in a traditional Sauna experience, alongside leading practitioners in Yoga, mindfulness, and holistic health, are offering multiple wellbeing events at the wonderful Mount Stewart estate.

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2024to26 May 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  8. The 'Essence of Portaferry" by Emily Smyth overall winner 2023

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Market House, The Square, Portaferry, Co Down, BT22 1LW

    Telephone

    07913 644 243

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Three days of painting outdoors in the beautiful town of Portaferry. Based in the Market House initially, you can enjoy a demonstration by one of Irelands talented artists, then off to enjoy a days painting. Full details and prices are on our…

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2024to26 May 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket
  9. Jarlath Regan stand -up comedian

    Portaferry

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Following millions of downloads and views on Youtube, TikTok and Instagram Jarlath Regan's epic new standup comedy show "Yer Man" arrives!

    This show has sold out every single date of his tour so grab your tickets while you can.

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2024Open 19:30 - 21:45

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. A picture of Newtownards Priory with the text saying Sold Out
    Newtownards Priory
    Ards Arts Centre
    Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Newtownards Priory from street view
    A picture of Newtownards Priory with the text saying Sold Out
    Newtownards Priory
    Ards Arts Centre
    Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Newtownards Priory from street view

    Off High Street, Newtownards

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Price £6.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    This experience is now sold out. Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul Whitla, will take you on a journey through time. Immerse yourself in the history of Newtownards.

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2024

    Price

    Price £6.00 Per Ticket
  11. Aileen with beach finds
    Disposable vapes washed up on beach
    Blue balloon entangled with seaweed on beach
    Mermaid's purse
    Plastic toys washed up on beach
    Picture and wreath made from beach finds
    Aileen with beach finds
    Disposable vapes washed up on beach
    Blue balloon entangled with seaweed on beach
    Mermaid's purse
    Plastic toys washed up on beach
    Picture and wreath made from beach finds

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Visitor Information Centre, 31 Regent Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4AD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    An exhibition of beach finds; the highs and lows of County Down beachcombing. A thought-provoking display by What the SeaSaw, highlighting small actions we can all take to connect with our natural world and protect marine life.

    Dates

    From:
    31 May 2024to26 June 2024Various Opening Times
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