festivals and fairs antrim

The Gig 'n the Bann Music and Dance Festival in Portglenone is normally held in September....

Medieval festivities include 'bouncy' castles in the imposing setting of Ireland's best preserved 'real' castle....

During the middle of the summer there are a variety of some of the most spectacular ships from around the world coming to Belfast. Last year Tall Ships and 2 modern navy vessels were open to viewing by the public including the Tenacious (the largest tall ship built in the UK in the last 100 years) and the Jeanie Johnston (is a replica of one of the most famous ships to sail the Atlantic during the Irish famine)....

The Ballyclare May Fair dates back to 1756 when the Marquis of Donegal granted a deed for the fair to be held on an annual basis as a horse and hiring fair. Today the fair takes in over 100 events spanning eight days. Traditional horse trading fair 21st May can trace its origins to 1722. On the horse trading day traders come from all over Ireland and beyond to buy horses. Dates for 2008 to be confirmed...

Feile an Phobail, Europes largest community arts festival! Offering something for everyone, including nightly entertainment. Comedy night, and international night, debates and discussions, tours exhibitions, concerts and dramas. Festival will be held in August 2008. Specific dates to be confirmed...

Set in Cushendall, Heart of the Glens, known for tis natural beauty and hospitality. 17th annual event. It reflects traditional village life through culture, environment, music and fun. Events include Irelands longest Waves of Tory and street party....

This may be the last Belfast Festival so you should make a special effort to attend, you will not be disappointed. This event caters for anyone interested in nearly every form of entertainment, such as dance, theatre, exhibitions, comedy, film and many forms of music such as jazz, blues, folk and roots....

This is the celebration of alternate lifestyles and respect for diversity, history and the culture of Belfast’s Gay and Lesbian community. With plenty of events open to everyone, there will be walks, river cruises, talks, photographic exhibitions and of course the Pride Parade with its riot of colours and sounds....

The oldest and largest fair in Ireland with over 250,000 people attending over two days....