What's On and Things To Do Around Ballymena

Following a highly successful run at Edinburgh Fringe 2017, Theatre Re’s The Nature of Forgetting now launches an exciting international tour. It is a powerful, explosive and joyous piece about what is left when memory and recollection are gone.

Saying Goodbye are an International baby loss support charity (part of the Mariposa Trust. ) Since 2012, 100 services have been held across the UK, France & North America, the services are completely free and open to anyone of any faith or no faith.

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening. Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the healing of illnesses and pain, that have been declared as “incurable” by the medical profession.

Marking it’s fourth edition, AVA 2018 starts on Friday June 1st 2018 with Ireland’s leading electronic music conference, followed by an unmissable two day festival in their new dystopian warehouse home.

Enjoy the largest vintage vehicle rally in Mid Ulster. Hundreds of vehicles and items of machinery on display with fun for all the family. Hosted by the Mid Ulster Vintage Vehicles Club. Booking Not Needed.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

May is 50 Things’ Month at Carrick-a-Rede, where we will have a 50 Things’ themed event on every Saturday in May! Come join our Visitor Experience team and go bird watching on Carrick-a-Rede Island or learn how fisherman caught salmon here for over 400 years.

We would like to invite you to come along and join us for Father’s Day on Sunday 17th June for our first ever Hamper Sunday! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with family and friends, listening to the sweet sound of Jazz in a tranquil setting surrounded by 4 acres of mature Walled Gardens.

May is 50 Things’ Month at the Giant’s Causeway! Every Sunday this month we will have a 50 things’ activity on for families at no extra charge.

Our amazing sand dune system is host to a range of orchids including Bee and Pyramidal Orchids, which can be seen growing in their natural habitat. Our amazing sand dune system is host to a range of orchids including Bee and Pyramidal Orchids, which can be seen growing in their natural habitat.

This Summer rekindles your youth as we launch our Summer of Sport! Take to our track and compete in classic sports day activities.

Bring your picnic and settle down on the lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens at Mount Stewart. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Come along and sell your unwanted items or browse around the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Come along and sell your unwanted items or browse around the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Booking Not Needed.

BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time comes to Mount Stewart. BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time will be holding its annual Summer Garden Party at Mount Stewart on Saturday 9th June. There are 2 recordings of Gardeners’ Question Time on the day at 11am and 1pm.

Give dad a day to remember at Mount Stewart. Get competitive at a game of field archery, try your hand at bushcraft or browse the classic cars on display. Pack a picnic or tuck into a meal created by the catering team - their delicious food can be washed down with a cool beer and enjoyed with live m.

Join our team of rangers on a remarkable trip on board the Cuan Brig. Our barge will take you to one of the biggest islands on the lough; a place packed with wildlife, history and beautiful views. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 4278 8387. Children over 8 years with accompanying adult. Dogs on leads welcome.

A treat for all the family as we take a vayage on Strangford Lough to view Seals, seabirds and othe wildlife at this internationally important marine site. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 4278 8387.

Murlough is one of the most diverse places in Ireland to find species of butterflies. Take a walk with Jo to hear why Murlough is such a special butterfly and insect habitat. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 4375 1467. Dogs on leads welcome.

Moths are integral part of our nature habitat and help us keep an eye on the health of the environment. Andy Crory from Ulster Wildlife Trust will be joining us for a walk to help discover some of these special creatures. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 4375 1467. Children welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Learn about the fascinating geology along the coastline at the Bloody Bridge, organised in partnership with Earth Science Ireland. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 4375 1467. Dogs on leads welcome.

We are delighted to welcome back the wonderful Donegal Chamber Orchestra to Mussenden Temple. Join us for an afternoon of musical delight in this iconic landmark on the North Antrim Coast. Booking Essential. Phone: 02870848728.

See a different side to Crom estate from the water as you cruise around in Crom’s 100 year old traditional craft. See a different side to Crom estate from the water as you cruise around in Crom’s 100 year old traditional craft. Booking Essential. Phone: 028 6773 8118.

Join us for our weekly open mic or open mike (derived from the expression "open microphone") night. This is a live show in Craft Hotel Bar where audience members who are amateur performers or professionals and want to try out new material or plug an upcoming show are given the opportunity to perform live in the bar.

Our Monthly spoken word event. Are you an author, poet or playwright looking to practice public speaking, discuss your work or the pieces that inspired you. This is the event for you.

Join us for our weekly open mic or open mike (derived from the expression "open microphone") night. This is a live show in Craft Hotel Bar where audience members who are amateur performers or professionals and want to try out new material or plug an upcoming show are given the opportunity to perform live in the bar.

Enjoy our annual Country Fair with dog shows, rare breeds, live music, activities, craft stalls and much more, it’s definitely an event not to be missed! Enjoy our annual Country Fair with dog shows, rare breeds, live music, activities, craft stalls and much more, it’s definitely an event not to be missed!

Join our Ranger for a scenic 9km trail in Florence Court forest. At the highest viewpoint enjoy panoramic views of Fermanagh and Lough Erne, the fourth largest lake in Ireland. Join one of our Rangers for a scenic 9km trail in the wooded Florence Court forest.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

Our annual show will have fun for all the family! There will be the dairy, beef, sheep and Clydesdale competitions along with the unaffiliated jumping and showing, BSJ classes and Young Farmers’ activities also! This year we will be holding the West Regional SAYFC Tug o War competition.

An excellent day of family activities and fun for all! Music – Live Entertainment – Rides – Games – Stalls – Refreshments – Shetland Ponies - Displays – Tug ‘o’ War – Face Painting – Junior Dog Show - Dog Agility and much more!

Every Wednesday at 1.30pm until the end of October 2018 Discover what makes the ancient landscape of Kilmartin Glen so unique by joining our knowledgeable volunteer guides on a guided glen walk. Walks are free, just sign up at the Museum shop on the day.

SCHUMANN Overture, Scherzo & Finale PUCCINI Crisantemi CIMAROSA Concerto for 2 flutes MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 1 Duncan Ward conductor Alison Mitchell flute Brontë Hudnott flute Young British conductor Duncan Ward is one of the most exciting new figures on podiums worldwide.

SCHUMANN Overture, Scherzo & Finale PUCCINI Crisantemi CIMAROSA Concerto for 2 flutes MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 1 Duncan Ward conductor Alison Mitchell flute Brontë Hudnott flute Young British conductor Duncan Ward is one of the most exciting new figures on podiums worldwide.

Silverburn is hosting a circus-themed evening of exclusive offers and entertainment this May with its Shopping Affair event. The evening will provide the ultimate way to escape your daily routine and have an affair with your wardrobe, amongst a party circus vibe!