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  1. A graphic promoting the Tourism Experiences taking part in the Hidden Gems At Home Event on Sunday 23 March 2025

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Down County Museum, English Street, Downpatrick, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Entertainment

    Join us for the Hidden Gems at Home Tourism Showcase Event and explore the best of what Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark has to offer!
    Whether you're looking for your next local adventure, a relaxing retreat, or a taste of authentic local flavours,…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Mar 2026Open 12:30 - 16:00

Ongoing Events

  1. Reopening of Annesley Walled Garden

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Castlewellan Arboretum and Annesley Gardens, Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +443301374046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Walks and Trails

    Come and rediscover the Annesley Walled Garden at Castlewellan Forest Park. Created and developed by generations of Annesleys, this internationally renowned Walled Garden has been restored as part of the Castlewellan Historic Demesne project…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    15 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Downpatrick

    Address

    The Saint Patrick Centre, 53A Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 4461 9000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    Join us to celebrate Saint Patrick's Weekend at The Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick for a day of Storytelling, Live Music and Irish Dancing.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Mar 2026to17 Mar 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  3. Ballynahinch

    Address

    Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 6100

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    St Patrick's Day

    Enjoy a St. Patrick's Day Treasure Trail in search of our mischievous Leprechauns.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Mar 2026to17 Mar 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Mothers Day Ceramic Painting ar Art Studio 23
    Macaroons and champagne
    Ceramic painting
    Ceramic painting
    Ceramic Painting
    Mothers Day Ceramic Painting ar Art Studio 23
    Macaroons and champagne
    Ceramic painting
    Ceramic painting
    Ceramic Painting

    Newry

    Address

    Art Studio 23, 26 Upper Water Street, Newry, Down, BT34 1DJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)77 5937 0421

    Price

    Price £30.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Celebrate Mother's Day with a relaxed and creative afternoon at Art Studio 23
    Join us on Saturday 14th March from 3–5pm for a special ceramic painting experience where you can paint, chat and make memories together. Each ticket includes a glass of…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Mar 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £30.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  5. Audience enjoying entertainment at Down County Museum
    Entertainer at Down County Museum
    Musician at Down County Museum
    Child with entertainer spinning plates. Down County Museum
    Audience being entertained at Down County Museum
    Brennan Miskelly McCormick Dancers performing on stage
    Group of children dressed in green for Saint Patrick's Day
    Audience enjoying entertainment at Down County Museum
    Entertainer at Down County Museum
    Musician at Down County Museum
    Child with entertainer spinning plates. Down County Museum
    Audience being entertained at Down County Museum
    Brennan Miskelly McCormick Dancers performing on stage
    Group of children dressed in green for Saint Patrick's Day

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Down County Museum, The Mall, English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4252

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Celebrate St Patrick's Day at Down County Museum, Downpatrick
    Enjoy a day of music, dancing, circus entertainment, facepainting, arts & crafts, and sensory play.

    We are open from 10am-4:30pm.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Free
  6. Down Arts Centre poster promoting St Patrick's Day.
    Dramability pop up 'Stages Cafe' at Down Arts Centre
    A display of buns for afternoon tea at 'Stages Cafe' a pop up cafe by Dramability.
    Red brick exterior with town hall clock of Down Arts Centre that sits at the junction of Irish Street, English Street and Scotch Street in Downpatrick
    Down Arts Centre poster promoting St Patrick's Day.
    Dramability pop up 'Stages Cafe' at Down Arts Centre
    A display of buns for afternoon tea at 'Stages Cafe' a pop up cafe by Dramability.
    Red brick exterior with town hall clock of Down Arts Centre that sits at the junction of Irish Street, English Street and Scotch Street in Downpatrick

    Downpatrick

    Address

    2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6BP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4014

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us at Down Arts Centre, nestled in the heart of Downpatrick, this Saint Patrick's Day for a delightful celebration of creativity and culture. Enjoy a range of activities, including arts and crafts, captivating street performers, and traditional…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  7. Performers walking down Market Street in Downpatrick as part of the St Patrick's Day parade.

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    St Patrick's Day

    St. Patrick's Day parades will be the centre of celebrations in Downpatrick and Newry City on St Patrick’s Day.

    Led by St Patrick himself, the parades on Tuesday 17 March 2026 will offer a feast for eyes and ears as swirling dancers, community…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026

    Price

    Free
  8. St Patrick's Day Parade in Newry City 2025

    Newry

    Address

    Various locations throughout Newry City, Newry, County Down, BT34 2DG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    St Patrick's Day

    St Patrick's Day Parades will be the centre of celebrations in Newry City and Downpatrick on St Patrick’s Day.

    Led by Saint Patrick himself, the Parades on Tuesday 17 March 2026 will offer a feast for eyes and ears as swirling dancers, community…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026

    Price

    Free
  9. The Shamrock Express

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Downpatrick and Country Down Railway, Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT23 5SD

    Telephone

    028 4461 5779

    Price

    Price Free to £40.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    As part of the town’s St. Patrick’s celebrations, the Shamrock Express returns to Downpatrick this St Patrick’s Day, in conjunction with and supported by Newry Mourne and Down District Council. For the unbeatable fare of just £3, we are offering a…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026

    Price

    Price Free to £40.00 Per Ticket
  10. saint Patricks day fun
    saint patricks day slime
    face painting
    slime charms
    saint Patricks day fun
    saint patricks day slime
    face painting
    slime charms

    Newry

    Address

    Art Studio 23, 26 Upper Water Street, Newry, Down, BT34 1DJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)77 5937 0421

    Price

    Price £12.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Before & after the parade fun at Art Studio 23! Drop the kids off for 50 minutes of creative craic while you grab a coffee, watch the parade or enjoy the town.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £12.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  11. A handmade leprechaun with a shamrock in their hand, sitting on a table, on St Patrick's Day at Newry and Mourne Museum.

    Newry

    Address

    Newry and Mourne Museum, Bagenal's Castle, Castle Street, Newry, County Down, BT34 2BY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4992

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Craft

    Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Newry and Mourne Museum on Tuesday 17 March 2026 with a fun-filled day of free family-friendly activities.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 12:00 - 16:00
    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
    From:
    17 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Free
  12. Newry Arts Festival

    Newry

    Address

    Various venues across Newry City, Newry, County Down, BT34 1DQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4032

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    A celebratory mix of exhibitions, comedy, music and drama will shine a light on Newry's arts scene as part of a major new festival.Running from 19 to 29 March 2026, Newry Arts Festival will welcome renowned acts from the Newry area. 

    Dates

    From:
    19 Mar 2026to29 Mar 2026
  13. Party in the Park | Kilbroney Park
    Marcella tribal drumming at Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Party in the Park | Kilbroney Park
    Marcella tribal drumming at Slieve Gullion Forest Park

    Newry

    Address

    Slieve Gullion Forest Park, Newry, County Down, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us for a Spring celebration like no other! Bring a picnic and relax or dive into a storm of family-friendly crafts, games, foot-stomping tunes, and activities that will delight the kiddos!

    Dates

    From:
    21 Mar 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
  14. Matilda

    Newry,

    Address

    The Imaginarium at Sticky Fingers Arts, 10 Upper Edward Street, Newry,, Co.Down, BT35 6AX

    Telephone

    0330 137 4032

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Enjoy Roald Dahl's beloved family classic Matilda in a welcoming Relaxed Screening designed for neurodivergent audiences and their families. Sound will be softer, lighting slightly raised, and movement around the space is welcome.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Mar 2026Open 16:00 - 18:00

    Price

    Price £3.00 Per Ticket
  15. Party in the Park | Kilbroney Park

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us for a Spring celebration like no other! Bring a picnic and relax or dive into a storm of family-friendly crafts, games, foot-stomping tunes, and activities that will delight the kiddos!

    Dates

    From:
    22 Mar 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
  16. Easter Egg Hunt at Rowallane Garden

    Saintfield

    Address

    Rowallane Garden, Saintfield, County Down, BT24 7LH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9751 0131

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £30.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Easter Events

    This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Rowallane Garden on an Easter trail.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Mar 2026to7 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £30.00 Per Ticket
  17. Party in the Park | Kilbroney Park
    Marcella tribal drumming at Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Party in the Park | Kilbroney Park
    Marcella tribal drumming at Slieve Gullion Forest Park

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0)33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us for a Spring celebration like no other! Bring a picnic and relax or dive into a storm of family-friendly crafts, games, foot-stomping tunes, and activities that will delight the kiddos!

    Dates

    From:
    28 Mar 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
  18. Newry Comic Con 2026

    Newry

    Address

    Canal Court Hotel and Spa, 29-32 Merchants Quay, Newry, Co Down, BT35 8HF

    Telephone

    +353 8765 50682

    Price

    Price £13.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Arts

    Newry Comic Con 2026

    Dates

    From:
    29 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 17:30

    Price

    Price £13.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  19. Easter Indoor Archery at East Coast Adventure

    34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

    Address

    East Coast Adventure Centre, Rostrevor Mountain Lodge & East Coast Glamping, 34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor, County Down, BT34 3DP

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 4173 8516

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure

    Experience the Indoor Archery Barn at East Coast Adventure, set in the breathtaking Mourne Mountains. Perfect for all ages and abilities, our sessions are led by fully qualified instructors with over 30 years of experience. Make a weekend of it with…

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2025to24 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Establishment Features

    • Pets accepted

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
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