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SEA-ZE THE DAY: Free coastal wellbeing events return this August across Mid and East Antrim
Over 60 free activities to reconnect people with nature and promote mental wellbeing The Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds campaign is back...
Jul 30, 2025


Engines roar to life for Ballymena Steam Rally at new venue this weekend
Image: Ian Boyd Popular heritage event returns on 26th July with a full weekend of vintage attractions, thrilling competitions, and...
Jul 25, 2025


Sound Bites Festival set to bring a buzz to The Junction with free day of food, music and family fun
Traders set for Sound Bites Festival The Junction Retail and Leisure Park in Antrim will come alive with the sights, sounds and smells of...
Jul 23, 2025


2025 Budget Energy SuperCupNI – Mid & East Antrim gears up for a week of world-class youth football!
Pictured with the Mayor are Michael Willis, Director of the Budget Energy SuperCupNI, and County Antrim Junior Squad members Noah...
Jul 22, 2025


Tractor and Truck Drive-In Service to bring Gospel and community spirit to Antrim Coast
Dunseverick Baptist Church is extending a warm invitation to the public for a special Tractor and Truck Service Drive-In and Barbecue,...
Jul 18, 2025


Music and culture come together for Cairncastle’s 2025 Bluegrass, Country & Folk Festival
Three-day cross-community celebration features live music, workshops and charity support from 25th–27th July in Ballygally and...
Jul 16, 2025


Ballymena Town Centre is set to sizzle with summer events for all ages
Local families and visitors are in for a treat this summer as Ballymena Town Centre gears up for a packed programme of free events across...
Jul 13, 2025


Step back in time at the “Bushmills Through the Wars” exhibition
A beloved tradition in the North Coast calendar, the Bushmills Through the Wars Exhibition returns to the Dunluce Parish Centre this...
Jul 11, 2025


Unearth prehistoric plants at Dobbies Garden Centres’ FREE Little Seedlings Club
This August, children attending Dobbies Little Seedlings Club at the Antrim and Lisburn stores will get the chance to travel back...
Jul 10, 2025


Broughshane LOL 503 serves up a Bumper 11th July Food Special ahead of Twelfth Celebrations
In the build-up to this weekend’s Twelfth of July celebrations, Broughshane LOL 503 is set to host a vibrant Bumper 11th July Food...
Jul 8, 2025


Belfast One’s Summer Cinema set to light up City Hall lawn this July and August
Five-year-old Lottie Hope Cathcart poses with Elsa and Elphaba from Real Princesses NI and Top Gun characters from Prop Box NI as they...
Jul 6, 2025


Classic Bike favourites return for 2025 Armoy Road Races
Pictured is Sean Crawford, from MJF Builders, which is sponsoring the Pre ’73 Junior Classic race at the 2025 Armoy Road Races. With just...
Jul 6, 2025


Orangefest 2025 set to bring culture, community and celebration back to Belfast City Hall
A vibrant programme of family-friendly entertainment will take over the grounds of Belfast City Hall on Saturday 12th July 2025 as part...
Jul 4, 2025


Dale Farm’s Tractor & Truck Run returns to Ballymena for Cancer Focus NI – don’t miss it!
Dale Farm is once again gearing up to host its much-anticipated Tractor & Truck Run, taking place on Friday 4th July at Ballymena...
Jun 29, 2025


Say cheese! Belfast Zoo launches 38th Annual Photography Competition
(L-R): Tara Molloy, Manager at Photo Experience Ltd, Brian the Lion, Belfast Zoo Mascot, Julie Bryans, Commercial Support Officer at...
Jun 23, 2025


Under the Drum Festival 2025: Music, community, and sustainability in the heart of County Antrim
Scenes from Under The Drum Festival 2024 All images: Sarah Ellis This summer, a truly unique festival experience returns to the lush...
Jun 22, 2025


Minis at the Castle: Free Classic Mini Car Show rolls into Glenarm Castle!
Glenarm Castle will host the inaugural Minis at the Castle on Sunday, 29 June 2025 , a vibrant Classic Mini Car Show celebrating one of...
Jun 22, 2025


Full throttle for Armoy Road Races 2025
Pictured at the launch of the Armoy Road Races, hosted at the Bayview Hotel in Portballintrae is owner and title sponsor, Trevor Kane,...
Jun 21, 2025


Pride and Prejudice comes to life as Theatre in the Park Returns to Ballymena and Carrickfergus
A much-loved summer tradition is set to return this August as Theatre in the Park once again graces the green spaces of Ballymena and...
Jun 19, 2025


Countdown is on to Twelfth of July 2025: A celebration of heritage and community
Ballymena, affectionately known as the City of the Seven Towers, is poised to host one of Northern Ireland’s much celebrated cultural...
Jun 18, 2025
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