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What's on in Castle Kennedy

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Castle Kennedy.

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Likely freeLive Music

Open Mic Night

Don’t miss The Vault Arts Centre open mic night featuring the very best in local and visiting talent…YOU! Performance slots available throughout the night, and we welcome all types of acts, styles, genres, ages and abilities. Don’t fancy getting up on stage? Just come along and enjoy. Free entry!

Fri 24 JulThe Vault(18.8mi)

via The VaultLocal gem

Nature & Outdoors

Wildlife Walk: Summer

Get to know your local wildlife on a guided walk of the Ulster Folk Museum - perfect day out for families!

Fri 24 JulNational Museums NI(38.1mi)

via National Museums NILocal gem

Ready, Steady, Stitch: An Intro to Needlework

Community

Around £30

Ready, Steady, Stitch: An Intro to Needlework

Learn new skills in this beginner needlework workshop, designed for an adult and child to attend together

Fri 24 JulNational Museums NI(38.1mi)

via National Museums NILocal gem

Community

Around £17.00

The Jam’d

Featured on BBC Radio 4, the Jam’d are the UK’s most authentic Jam Tribute

Fri 24 JulVenue38(40.6mi)

via Venue38Local gem

Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales – Self-Guided Tour

Community

Around £5

Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales – Self-Guided Tour

Mary Ann McCracken (1770 – 1866) was a remarkable woman who, throughout her life, fought for the rights of the poor and disadvantaged in her hometown of Belfast and further afield. Her life is inextricably linked to the Belfast Poor House.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Clifton House(44.6mi)

via Clifton HouseLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Bible Study

Time: Friday, 24 July 2026 at 10:30Details: A friendly and ecumenical study group for those who would like to deepen their knowledge of scripture. / Location: Greyfriars HousePostcode: DG6 4HZ

Fri 24 Jul11:30Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(35.8mi)

via Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church

Community

Around £12.50

Clifton Street Cemetery Tours

Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery. Opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797, the cemetery catered to all of the citizens of Belfast. During the tour…

Fri 24 Jul14:30Clifton House(44.6mi)

via Clifton HouseLocal gem

Community

Progression Session

Keep the momentum going after your introductory workshop with our engaging and educational Progression Sessions. Take your dog’s mantrailing skills to the next level with: Introduction to decoys – teaching your dog to trail unfamiliar people Split trails – building problem-solving and scent discrimination Surface variety – working across different terrains and scent conditions Trails in urban, countryside, and mixed environments Each session is carefully planned and led by Mandy, ensuring a supportive and structured learning experience. Every dog gets individual working time, tailored to their needs and training level. These sessions are ideal for dogs and handlers ready to progress, grow in confidence, and deepen their mantrailing partnership. Spaces are limited – early booking recommended!

Fri 24 Jul15:00Barony A Frame(46mi)

via Barony A Frame

Community

Christina Riley’s Opening Exhibiton: In this Book You’ll Find a Recipe

Christina Riley’s Opening Exhibiton: In this Book You’ll Find a Recipe Fri 24th July, 4pm - 8pm Join us at Narture for the final exhibition of our July Blank Canvas resident, artist and writer Christina Riley. Her project, In This Book You’ll Find a Recipe—a title borrowed from Georgia O’Keeffe—combines photography, books, and food to create a collaborative community cookbook. By gathering local recipes, cooking tips, and food memories, the project highlights the vital importance of sharing knowledge during modern climate and cost-of-living crises. Throughout July, Christina has been using Narture’s darkroom to develop photographs while designing and hand-binding her book. The exhibition space will showcase this collaborative cookbook alongside a special curation of The Nature Library, focusing on literature tied to food, agriculture, and the environment. The exhibition launches with an opening night on Friday 24th July, featuring an artist talk with Christina at 6:00 PM. The gallery will remain open for viewing throughout the weekend, on Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm! MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St, Ayr Book In

Fri 24 Jul17:00Narture studios(40.7mi)

via Narture studiosLocal gem

Community

Around £8.00

HOLST – THE PLANETS 360: Full Dome Experience

The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite.

Fri 24 Jul18:15Dark Space Planetarium(36mi)

via Dark Space PlanetariumLocal gem

Community

Around £8.00

HOLST

The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite.

Fri 24 Jul18:15Dark Space Planetarium(36mi)

via Dark Space PlanetariumLocal gem

Children & Family

Youth

Friday at 7.30pm during term time

Fri 24 Jul20:30Meadowgreen Centre(47mi)

via Meadowgreen CentreCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Bluegrass Picking & Song Session

Musicians of all ages and ability are very welcome or, if you prefer, just come along and enjoy the music and atmosphere. Free entry!

Sat 25 JulThe Vault(18.8mi)

via The VaultLocal gem

Likely freeFestivals & Events

Glentrool Forest Festival

A WEEKEND LONG EVENT REDISCOVERING AND CELEBRATING OUR CONNECTION WITH THE GALLOWAY FOREST. Hot Food & Snacks Pop Up Bar - Free Children’s All Day Activities - Free Kids Craft Tent - Felted Fungi Workshop Wild Swimming - Willow Weaving - Herbal Tea Apothecary - Galloway Forest Fibre Workshop Meditation - Guided Walk - Reflexology & Massage - Clothes Swap - Qigong Class Outdoor Weaving And much more….

Sat 25 JulGlentrool Village Hall(18.9mi)

via Glentrool Village HallCurated

Community

Events | South of Scotland

Enjoy some of the upcoming events that can be found in the South of Scotland.

Sat 25 JulSt Mary's Park(35.5mi)

via St Mary's ParkLocal gem

Community

Tuesday 25th July | Mill Road

Belfast Celtic 0-3 Ballyclare Comrades MATCH CENTRE >

Sat 25 JulComrades Rock Club(43.5mi)

via Comrades Rock ClubLocal gem

Community

Mill Road

Belfast Celtic 0-3 Ballyclare Comrades MATCH CENTRE >

Sat 25 JulComrades Rock Club(43.5mi)

via Comrades Rock ClubLocal gem

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More about Castle Kennedy

Wigtown, Scotland

Castle Kennedy is in Wigtown, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Castle Kennedy events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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