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Giant events await 

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  1. Giant Adventures
    Join us for Giant Adventures and Giant Events taking place across Mourne Gullion Strangford this year.
  2. Weekly What's On
    From family fun, fabulous festivals and vivacious events, let us help you plan your trip with out weekly guide to What's On in Mourne Mountains, Ring of Gullion and Strangford Lough.
  3. Enjoy Free Family Forest Activities
    With plenty of fun for all the family, from Stories on the Mountains to Family Treasure Hunts. Come with us as we go into the woods in Castlewellan Forest Park, Delamont Country Park, Kilbroney Park and Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
  4. Family Events
    For days out with the whole family, the Mourne Gullion Strangford offers a busy calendar of events to suit all ages. Throughout the year, our towns and villages are hubs of activity and fun for the whole family.

This Week

Biking in Castlewellan
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st December 2026

Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Pádriag Carragher woodturner demonstrating woodturning with couple looking on
LocationMullaghbawn

Openings

Season

6th June 2026

Come join woodturner Pádraig Carragher in his studio at Bluebell Lane for this wonderful full day…

pottery
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

22nd May 2026-14th April 2027

Pottery Painting

Camino Walk with Saul Church in background
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Sold Out

6th June 2026

St Patricks Way Camino Walk - Downpatrick, guided walk.

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

Merchant's Quay, Newry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-30th September 2026

New exhibition at Newry and Mourne Museum

Shortcross Whiskey Tour & Tasting
LocationCrossgar

Openings

Season

4th June 2026

Join us and taste County Down's first distilled whiskey in over 100 years.

Dressmaking
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

20th May 2026-24th June 2026

Dressmaking with Patricia Dickson This Dressmaking course is aimed at both beginners and those who…

Capt. McParland's Uniform
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

29th May 2026-30th September 2026

Something new to see at Newry and Mourne Museum

A range of photos of outdoor nature based activities
LocationMullaghbawn

Openings

Season

7th June 2026

A Day of Nature Based activities available for people of all ages. Taster Sessions, Forest School…

Finnebrogue Woods
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

5th February 2026-22nd November 2026

Experience the Magic of Overnight Bushcraft in 2026

DOWDM:1998_61: Nevill Johnson, Kilkeel Shipyard (1943).
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-27th June 2026

Explore the industries of County Down and the artists they inspired.

Bouldering in bloody bridge river
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

30th January 2026-30th September 2026

A great option for families visiting and staying in the local area. Including scrambles, jumps and…

Ladies and children feeding Alpaca
LocationKilkeel

Openings

6,20 and 27 June

6th June 2026-27th June 2026

Meet, mingle, feed and herd our charming Alpacas surrounded by panoramic views of the Mournes and…

Ardaluin House, Tree climbing
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th February 2026-31st December 2026

Duke of Edinburgh GOLD residential section in Newcastle, Co.Down

Wet Bouldering 2 men with helmets  in water
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-1st October 2027

Escape to the Mourne Mountains for an unforgettable adventure! Start at Revive Saunas, get fitted…

Baby on Rug
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

8th June 2026

The perfect setting for sensory stimulation for you and your baby.

3 Generations Enjoying a Field Walk
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Saturday 6, 20, and 27 June

6th June 2026-27th June 2026

Enjoy an hour long Cranfield Alpaca Field Walk with our cute and cuddly alpacas and get up close…

Family feeding alpaca
LocationKilkeel

Openings

1,3,5,6,8,9,10,17,19,20,22,24,26,27,29 June

1st June 2026-29th September 2026

Enjoy walking your alpaca along country lanes and along our beautiful beach, then meet the rest of…

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon Tea

a before and after image of an old wooden chair upcycled  to a new bright pink modern chair on a background of brightly coloured paintbrushes
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

2nd June 2026-6th June 2026

Join From Old to Gold: Repair, Share and Care, a four-day upcycling workshop during Reuse and…

Danny Tango
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

5th June 2026

Danny Tango Written by Eileen McCloskey A Phantom Fox production Danny Tango is a play about…

Scones & Stories Poster for Weekly drop-in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationCullyhanna, Newry

Openings

Season

14th February 2025-12th March 2027

Weekly Friday Drop-in Sessions in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre.  Every Friday 11am - 2pm …

Next Week

Biking in Castlewellan
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st December 2026

Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Downpatrick Racecourse Fixtures
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Downpatrick Race Meeting

13th June 2026-14th June 2026

Enjoy a fun day out with family and friends at Downpatrick Racecourse with our upcoming fixtures…

pottery
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

22nd May 2026-14th April 2027

Pottery Painting

Saintfield Walking Tour
LocationSaintfield

Openings

Season

9th June 2026

Season

14th June 2026

Fancy finding out about local history that is, literally, under your feet? @1798Saintfield will…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

Merchant's Quay, Newry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-30th September 2026

New exhibition at Newry and Mourne Museum

Dressmaking
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

20th May 2026-24th June 2026

Dressmaking with Patricia Dickson This Dressmaking course is aimed at both beginners and those who…

Capt. McParland's Uniform
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

29th May 2026-30th September 2026

Something new to see at Newry and Mourne Museum

Finnebrogue Woods
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

5th February 2026-22nd November 2026

Experience the Magic of Overnight Bushcraft in 2026

DOWDM:1998_61: Nevill Johnson, Kilkeel Shipyard (1943).
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-27th June 2026

Explore the industries of County Down and the artists they inspired.

Bouldering in bloody bridge river
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

30th January 2026-30th September 2026

A great option for families visiting and staying in the local area. Including scrambles, jumps and…

Battle of Ballynahinch poster
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

14th June 2026

Celebrate the 228th anniversary of The Battle of Ballynahinch, by taking a walking tour with…

Ladies and children feeding Alpaca
LocationKilkeel

Openings

6,20 and 27 June

6th June 2026-27th June 2026

Meet, mingle, feed and herd our charming Alpacas surrounded by panoramic views of the Mournes and…

Ardaluin House, Tree climbing
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th February 2026-31st December 2026

Duke of Edinburgh GOLD residential section in Newcastle, Co.Down

Wet Bouldering 2 men with helmets  in water
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-1st October 2027

Escape to the Mourne Mountains for an unforgettable adventure! Start at Revive Saunas, get fitted…

Baby on Rug
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

8th June 2026

The perfect setting for sensory stimulation for you and your baby.

3 Generations Enjoying a Field Walk
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Saturday 6, 20, and 27 June

6th June 2026-27th June 2026

Enjoy an hour long Cranfield Alpaca Field Walk with our cute and cuddly alpacas and get up close…

Family feeding alpaca
LocationKilkeel

Openings

1,3,5,6,8,9,10,17,19,20,22,24,26,27,29 June

1st June 2026-29th September 2026

Enjoy walking your alpaca along country lanes and along our beautiful beach, then meet the rest of…

Dinosaur, Dino-Mite Bash, Castlewellan Forest Park
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

13th June 2026

Get up close with roaming dinosaurs, join in themed crafts and games, and enjoy a fun, roaring…

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon Tea

Scones & Stories Poster for Weekly drop-in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre
LocationCullyhanna, Newry

Openings

Season

14th February 2025-12th March 2027

Weekly Friday Drop-in Sessions in Cardinal O'Fiaich Heritage Centre.  Every Friday 11am - 2pm …

two punks in Downpatrick in the 1980s
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

17th April 2026-27th February 2027

This exhibition explores what life was really like in the 1980s, revealing how, against all odds,…

George Morrison
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

4th June 2026-26th June 2026

This annual showcase celebrates the art collection at Down County Museum. With a focus on the…

Next Month

Biking in Castlewellan
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st December 2026

Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Pádriag Carragher woodturner demonstrating woodturning with couple looking on
LocationMullaghbawn

Openings

Season

4th July 2026

Come join woodturner Pádraig Carragher in his studio at Bluebell Lane for this wonderful full day…

Princess
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

25th July 2026

Step into a World of Enchantment at our Princess-Themed Event!

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  1. Arts & Theatre Events
    Wander the galleries or take in a show with the Mourne Gullion Strangford. Our theatres, art centres and galleries are home to a busy calendar of events and festivals. Whether you’re a lover of musicals, or an art history buff, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.
  2. Sports Events
    Mourne Gullion Strangford has been the scenic backdrop to a number of world-class sporting events. Northern Ireland is home to international sporting superstars, like Rory McIlroy and the Dunlop family.
  3. Music Events
    We punch well above our weight when it comes to live music in Mourne Gullion Strangford. Whether you’re looking for a traditional session in a cosy pub, hard-driving blues, or the glitz and glamour of musical theatre, we’ve got something to suit every taste.
  4. Family Events
    For days out with the whole family, the Mourne Gullion Strangford offers a busy calendar of events to suit all ages. Throughout the year, our towns and villages are hubs of activity and fun for the whole family.
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