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  1. Eats & Beats Festival, Newcastle
    Eats & Beats 2026 delivered an unforgettable weekend of food, music and family fun in Newcastle, Co. Down. Against the spectacular backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, visitors enjoyed a diverse programme of live performances, local flavours and activities for all ages. Following another successful year, the festival is expected to return in 2027.
  2. Weekly What's On
    From family fun, fabulous festivals and vivacious events, let us help you plan your trip with our weekly guide to What's On in Mourne Gullion Strangford.
  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, 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.
  5. Summer Adventures in Mourne Gullion Strangford
    From mountain adventures and coastal moments to championship golf, giant events and rich local culture, Mourne Gullion Strangford offers five completely different ways to experience summer in Northern Ireland. Explore dramatic landscapes, hidden gems and unforgettable experiences across one extraordinary destination. Whether you're planning a family break, an active getaway or a relaxing weekend escape, your perfect summer story starts here.
  6. What's On September
    ​In September, Mourne Gullion Strangford offers a diverse array of events catering to various interests immersing visitors in local culture through arts and theatre performances, enjoy live music, and participate in outdoor activities that showcase the area's natural beauty.
  7. Eats & Beats Festival, Newcastle
    Eats & Beats 2026 delivered an unforgettable weekend of food, music and family fun in Newcastle, Co. Down. Against the spectacular backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, visitors enjoyed a diverse programme of live performances, local flavours and activities for all ages. Following another successful year, the festival is expected to return in 2027.
  8. European Heritage Open Days
    European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is our annual celebration of local architecture, history and culture. EHOD 2026 will take place from 12-13 September 2026.

This Week

Rowallane Garden
LocationSaintfield

Openings

Season

19th September 2026

Join our first Bumblebee walk of the year led by our brilliant volunteer who is also a bee keeper!

Baby on Rug
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

15th September 2026

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

Celtic Art Tattoo
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

12th March 2026-30th September 2026

A new temporary exhibition looking at the history of Celtic art, from the Iron Age to the present…

Capt. McParland's Uniform
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

29th May 2026-30th September 2026

Something new to see at Newry and Mourne Museum

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…

Ardaluin House, Tree climbing
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th February 2026-31st December 2026

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

Castlewellan Heritage Market
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

20th September 2026

Peace Maze Exhibition Local Producers Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Peace…

Finnebrogue Estate
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

17th September 2026

Hill Hike around the Finnebrogue Woods estate.

Cranfield Alpacas
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

14th September 2026

Season

18th September 2026-19th September 2026

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

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LocationNewry

Openings

Season

19th September 2026

Make a Willow Fruit Basket

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…

Dressmaking
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

7th September 2026-12th October 2026

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

Queen James Cover
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

15th September 2026

Join historian and broadcaster Gareth Russell for a fascinating exploration of the life and reign…

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…

Weekend Away Hiking
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

1st September 2026-30th September 2026

Wild camping in the Mournes for a weekend.

Forest bathing
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

19th September 2026

Slow down and breathe with the trees during this special Autumn Equinox experience.Forest Therapy…

Artisan Market Stalls on Central Promenade, Newcastle, County Down
LocationNewcastle Centre, 10-14 Central Promenade, Newcastle

Openings

Season

2nd March 2026-31st October 2026

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Newcastle Artisan Market, located within the events space…

Poster with dates and details of event. Image featured of lady with long wavey hair dressed in white with bright sky in the background.
LocationNewry

Openings

SOLD OUT

20th September 2026

A powerful one day reset to help you slow down,release what no longer serves you and reconnect with…

David Barr
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

9th September 2026-14th October 2026

Qi (pronounced chi) Gong is a gentle yet powerful practice that combines flowing movements, mindful…

3 Generations Enjoying a Field Walk
LocationKilkeel

Openings

12 and 26 September

12th September 2026-26th September 2026

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

Downpatrick Racecourse Fixtures
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

September Race meeting

18th September 2026

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

Couple taking a selfie (at Newry Town Hall) enjoying themselves on The Story of Newry Walking Tour.
LocationNewry

Openings

Every Saturday 2 May - 26 Sept 2026

2nd May 2026-26th September 2026

Join local storyteller and tour guide Sinead Rice McAleavey for an engaging and imaginative walking…

Flower Arranging
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

9th September 2026-14th October 2026

These flower arranging classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced flower arrangers…

Ardaluin House
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

1st January 2026-18th December 2026

Residential stays for schools and groups

Next Week

Celtic Art Tattoo
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

12th March 2026-30th September 2026

A new temporary exhibition looking at the history of Celtic art, from the Iron Age to the present…

Capt. McParland's Uniform
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

29th May 2026-30th September 2026

Something new to see at Newry and Mourne Museum

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…

Ardaluin House, Tree climbing
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

16th February 2026-31st December 2026

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

Autumn Equinox Wellbeing Evening at Mourne Park
LocationKilkeel,

Openings

Season

23rd September 2026

Enjoy the autumn equinox at Mourne Park with a mindful evening spent in nature.

Compass Pouch made form dark coloured leather with decorative stitching and a button clasp.
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

26th September 2026

Join us for this unique experience in the Woods. Master this beautiful craft, design and make…

Cranfield Alpacas
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

25th September 2026-26th September 2026

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

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…

Dressmaking
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

7th September 2026-12th October 2026

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

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…

Compass practice on navigation skills course in the Mournes
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

26th September 2026

Do you want to improve your navigation skills and have a great day out in the hills at the same…

Weekend Away Hiking
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

1st September 2026-30th September 2026

Wild camping in the Mournes for a weekend.

Artisan Market Stalls on Central Promenade, Newcastle, County Down
LocationNewcastle Centre, 10-14 Central Promenade, Newcastle

Openings

Season

2nd March 2026-31st October 2026

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Newcastle Artisan Market, located within the events space…

David Barr
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

9th September 2026-14th October 2026

Qi (pronounced chi) Gong is a gentle yet powerful practice that combines flowing movements, mindful…

3 Generations Enjoying a Field Walk
LocationKilkeel

Openings

12 and 26 September

12th September 2026-26th September 2026

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

Couple taking a selfie (at Newry Town Hall) enjoying themselves on The Story of Newry Walking Tour.
LocationNewry

Openings

Every Saturday 2 May - 26 Sept 2026

2nd May 2026-26th September 2026

Join local storyteller and tour guide Sinead Rice McAleavey for an engaging and imaginative walking…

Flower Arranging
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Block 1

9th September 2026-14th October 2026

These flower arranging classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced flower arrangers…

Ardaluin House
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

1st January 2026-18th December 2026

Residential stays for schools and groups

St John's Lighthouse
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

18th August 2026-3rd October 2026

An exhibition co-curated by Lecale Lightkeepers and Down County Museum taking a closer look at the…

Cunningham Charters poster of trips, private excursions, fishing trips, sightseeing, commercial hire
LocationGreencastle

Openings

Season

1st July 2026-31st December 2026

Discover Cunningham Charters in Greencastle, Co. Down's newest coastal experience offering…

Wellness Spa Experience at Tullymurry
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

23rd September 2026

Tullymurry House Wellness Day offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge and rejuvenate in…

Ladies and children feeding Alpaca
LocationKilkeel

Openings

12, 19 and 26 September

12th September 2026-26th September 2026

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

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 …

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…

Next Month

Rowallane Garden
LocationSaintfield

Openings

Season

17th October 2026

Join our first Bumblebee walk of the year led by our brilliant volunteer who is also a bee keeper!

Bagenals Castle
LocationNewry

Openings

Halloween Storytelling for Families

31st October 2026

On Friday 31 October 2025, join renowned storyteller Janice Witherspoon in Newry and Mourne Museum…

dad and son
LocationKillyleagh

Openings

Season

25th October 2026

Discover the fascinating world of bats! Explore their nocturnal world with crafts, interactive…

Pumpkins for Halloween Bazaar at Montalto
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

24th October 2026-30th October 2026

Embark on the Trail of Tiny Terrors this Halloween at Montalto. Something strange is happening at…

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Make your day

  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, 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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