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  1. Benjamin Franklin bust.

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Castle, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +443333206000

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Visit Hillsborough Castle to explore The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room, a special exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence. The display highlights Benjamin Franklin's 1771 visit and his diplomatic meetings with…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Mar 2026to3 Jan 2027Various Opening Times
  2. rainbow toy and balls

    Lisburn

    Address

    Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, Market Square, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1AG

    Telephone

    02892663377

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Looking for a flexible, family-friendly activity during the summer holidays? Visit our FREE Drop-In Creative Space at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, where creativity is available every day without the need to book.

    Dates

    From:
    3 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2027Open 09:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  3. Artwork for Game of Thrones Studio Tour NI and Hillsborough Castle and Gardens .

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +443333206000

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Experience the magic of Game of Thrones and discover Northern Ireland's royal heritage with this fantastic day trip from Dublin (self drive option also available).

    Dates

    From:
    1 Sept 2026to30 Apr 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00
  4. Graphic for Mama Makes

    45 Moira Road, Lisburn

    Address

    Happy Days Lisburn, Unit 3B, 45 Moira Road, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT28 1RH

    Telephone

    07894083082

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Creative baby friendly workshops for Mums Portpartum

    Dates

    From:
    16 Sept 2026to1 Apr 2027Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket
  5. AJS Promotions

    Lisburn

    Address

    Halftown Road, Lisburn, Lisburn, Antrim, BT27 5RD

    Telephone

    02890665225

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Slurry Live will bring together the latest slurry machinery, technology, innovation and expertise, giving farmers, contractors and agricultural professionals the opportunity to discover new solutions, explore the latest equipment and hear insights…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Nov 2026to5 Nov 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. A photo of our speaker Mr Clive Anderson

    Lisburn

    Address

    Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, Market Square, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1AG

    Telephone

    028 92 663377

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Retired principal, Clive Anderson, explores the life and journey of Hugh McCartney, a county Down farm boy who enlisted in Lisburn into the heavy calvary regiment of the Inniskilling Dragoons.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2026Open 14:00 -

    Price

    Free
  7. Selfbuild Ireland

    Lisburn

    Address

    Halftown Road, Lisburn, Lisburn, Antrim, BT27 5RD

    Telephone

    02890665225

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    The - offers expert advice, inspiration, and practical solutions for anyone planning a build, extension, or home improvement project.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2026to8 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Two attendees browsing the exhibition.
    Two attendees at Craft fair looking at yarn.
    Image of pink Knit + Stitch poster, with dates of Eikon Event.
    Two attendees browsing the exhibition.
    Two attendees at Craft fair looking at yarn.
    Image of pink Knit + Stitch poster, with dates of Eikon Event.

    Halftown Road, Lisburn

    Address

    Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park BT27 5RD, Halftown Road, Lisburn, BT27 5RD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9066 5225

    Type

    Type:

    Craft

    After the wonderful success of last year’s show, the Eikon Exhibition Centre is excited to announce the return of Knit+ Stitch Show Northern Ireland to the venue from 𝟭𝟮𝘁𝗵 – 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

    Dates

    From:
    12 Nov 2026to15 Nov 2026
  9. Image is of Irish comedienne Emer Maguire sitting on chair and smiling

    Lisburn

    Address

    ISLAND Arts Centre, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    02892447452

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    With Emer’s brand new stand up tour show PERFECTLY CHAOTIC selling out Belfast’s Waterfront Hall, more tour dates have just been added due to incredible demand!

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  10. Cloth as Cherished
    Cloth as Story
    Cloth as Memory
    Cloth as Friendship
    Cloth as Cherished
    Cloth as Story
    Cloth as Memory
    Cloth as Friendship

    Lisburn

    Address

    Market Square, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1AG

    Telephone

    028 9266 3377

    Type

    Type:

    History

    'Cloth as Cherished'  21st November
    'Cloth as Story'   3rd December
    'Cloth as Memory'   23rd January
    'Cloth as Friendship'   30th January

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2026
    From:
    3 Dec 2026
    From:
    23 Jan 2027
    From:
    30 Jan 2027
  11. Image is of the three members of The Ratpack singing into a microphone

    Lisburn

    Address

    ISLAND Hall, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    02892447744

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Get ready to step back in time this festive season with Ratpack Revisited, as Frank, Dean, and Sammy bring their unforgettable charm, wit, and musical brilliance to the stage once more.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2026
  12. Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience
    Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience
    Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience
    Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience
    Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience
    Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Making Experience

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    143 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, Down, BT24 8HZ

    Telephone

    02895816650

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Make your own eco-friendly Christmas wreath at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes, with expert guidance and festive treats included.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2026Open 15:00 - 17:30
    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 15:00 - 17:30

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Image is of a Christmas wreath being created
    Image is of a Christmas wreath being created

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes, 143 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8HZ

    Telephone

    02895816650

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This seasonal workshop is a wonderful way to slow down, reconnect with nature, and share a creative experience in the run up to Christmas.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2026Open 15:00 - 18:00
    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 15:00 - 18:00

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. WellFit Expo 2026

    Lisburn

    Address

    Eikon Exhibition Centre, Halftown Road, Lisburn, Antrim, BT27 5RL

    Telephone

    02890665225

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    WellFit Expo brings together fitness, wellness, recovery, nutrition, mindset, and community for one unforgettable weekend experience.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 04:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. A festive photo of the Christmas tree in Market Square , Lisburn.

    Lisburn

    Address

    Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, Market Square, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1AG

    Telephone

    028 92 663377

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Get into the festive spirit with a relaxed Christmas crafts session at Culture Club Café.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 14:00 -

    Price

    Free
  16. Paint & Sip Event in Belfast

    Castlereagh, Belfast

    Address

    La Mon Hotel & Country Club, 41 Gransha Road, Castlereagh, Belfast, County Down, BT23 5RF

    Telephone

    028 9044 8631

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    A guided festive art experience with prosecco & mince pie.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Christmas table centre

    Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn

    Address

    Island Arts Centre, The Island, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    02892447526

    Price

    Price £42.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Make a fresh floral christmas table centre with candle

    Dates

    From:
    15 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Price £42.00 Per Ticket
  18. Image is of a orchestra and conductor on stage

    Lisburn

    Address

    ISLAND Hall, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    02892447744

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    The South Ulster Youth Orchestra, Youth Band and Big Band who rehearse weekly in Portadown, are representative of the many ensemble opportunities provided by EA Music across Northern Ireland.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Dec 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  19. Paint & Sip Event in Belfast

    Castlereagh, Belfast

    Address

    La Mon Hotel & Country Club, 41 Gransha Road, Castlereagh, Belfast, County Down, BT23 5RF

    Telephone

    028 9044 8631

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    A guided festive art experience with prosecco & mince pie.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Dec 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Image says A Night at the Opry with an American flag as the background

    Lisburn

    Address

    ISLAND Hall, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    02892447744

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    A Night At The Opry with Claudia Buckley, Johnny Brady & John Hogan.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Dec 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
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