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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(37.6mi)

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(37.6mi)

via Dark Space PlanetariumLocal gem

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(23.5mi)

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(26.2mi)

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(37mi)

via St Mary's ParkLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Drop in Screen Printing Session with Kathryn Graham

Join QSS artist and member Kathryn Graham on Saturday 25th July from 10:30am to 12:30 pm for a live, drop-in screen-printing workshop as part of the Paper Palace exhibition showing in Gallery 2.

Sat 25 JulQueen Street Studios(40.1mi)

via Queen Street StudiosLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Midden-Making Workshop with Midden Collective

Join Midden Collective in making a series of miniature middens from precious and personal, or discarded and dismembered objects.

Sat 25 JulQueen Street Studios(40.1mi)

via Queen Street StudiosLocal gem

Likely freeArts & CultureLive Music

Ni Opera at the Flowerfield Arts Centre

A live opera performance hosted at the Flowerfield Arts Centre in Portstewart.

Sat 25 JulNorthern Ireland Opera(40.6mi)

via Northern Ireland OperaLocal gem

Likely freeLive Music

NI Opera at Flowerfield Arts Centre

A free musical performance by NI Opera at the arts centre.

Sat 25 JulNorthern Ireland Opera(40.6mi)

via Northern Ireland OperaLocal gem

Community

Tuesday 25th July | Mill Road

Belfast Celtic 0-3 Ballyclare Comrades MATCH CENTRE >

Sat 25 JulComrades Rock Club(40.8mi)

via Comrades Rock ClubLocal gem

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Mill Road

Belfast Celtic 0-3 Ballyclare Comrades MATCH CENTRE >

Sat 25 JulComrades Rock Club(40.8mi)

via Comrades Rock ClubLocal gem

Community

Summer trains

Heritage trains are back this summer - spend a couple of hours on a sunny summer afternoon on our 'Antrim Castle' diesel train.

Sat 25 JulRailway Museum Downpatrick(43.2mi)

via Railway Museum DownpatrickLocal gem

Food & Drink

Around £45

Down the Line Drinks Tasting

Join us for a drink tasting experience like no other in Northern Ireland on board our retro 1980s diesel train. Starting at Downpatrick, our heritage train (as seen in Derry Girls) will take you on a relaxing journey in the shadow of the Mountains of Mourne, through the ancient plains of Downpatrick to Inch Abbey.

Sat 25 JulRailway Museum Downpatrick(43.2mi)

via Railway Museum DownpatrickLocal gem

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…

Sat 25 Jul11:00Clifton House(39.9mi)

via Clifton HouseLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Drop in Screen Printing Session with Kathryn Graham

Join QSS artist and member Kathryn Graham on Saturday 25th July from 10:30am to 12:30 pm for a live, drop-in screen-printing workshop as part of the Paper Palace exhibition showing in Gallery 2.

Sat 25 Jul11:30Queen Street Studios(40.1mi)

via Queen Street StudiosLocal gem

Community

Belfast Pride

We’re getting ready to celebrate Pride in Belfast. On Saturday 25 July, we will be joining Belfast Pride to celebrate inclusion, friendship and everything that makes Scouts a place where everyone belongs. From Cubs to Explorers, young people and volunteers are all invited to take part. This is a great opportunity to come together, represent Scouts, and show that we’re a welcoming, inclusive movement where everyone can be themselves and feel part of something. Event details: Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 Meeting point: The Big Fish, Donegal Quay, Belfast Meeting time: 11:30 Finish time: Around 14:00–14:30 Dress: Uniform or scarf with a pride influence, and comfortable shoes. What to expect: 11:30 – Meet at the Big Fish – time to explore the Pride Village stalls 11:50 – Walk to the parade assembly point (Malmaison Hotel, Victoria Street)(https://maps.app.goo.gl/A4Cwodw5c7vfUvhg7?g_st=ic). 12:00 – Parade line-up deadline 13:00 (sharp) – Parade sets off 14:00–14:30 (approx.) – Parade finishes at Victoria Square beside the ‘Bandstand’ (https://maps.app.goo.gl/6ydBcWYnTSiqrQai7?g_st=ic). We will be walking alongside other youth organisations, including Scouting Ireland, Girl Guiding Ulster and the Catholic Guides of Ireland.

Sat 25 Jul12:30Crawfordsburn Activity Centre(31mi)

via Crawfordsburn Activity Centre

Adult crochet (toy making): Tuesday 7th July

Community

Around £20.00

Adult crochet (toy making): Tuesday 7th July

Adult crochet workshop (Toy making) Host: Val Riddiough Time: 11.30am - 1.30pm Price: £20 (all materials are provided) In this workshop you will learn the skills of amigurumi crochet, to make toys. You will be taught how to do crochet stitches such as chain, double crochet stitch and how to make increases and decreases in your project to create the 3D shape. Some experience of crochet is beneficial for attending this class. All materials for this workshop will be provided, however if you have your own crochet hooks, you are more than welcome to bring them along. Tea, coffee and biscuits are supplied during the workshop, and you are also welcome to bring along your own refreshments. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of, we want to ensure you have the best experience possible. You can do this by sending us an email at During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website. If you do no wish to be photographed please let us know. Terms and conditions of workshops and classes: 80% refund will be returned if morethan 48 hours notice is given, beyond 48 hours notice no refund will be given, unless agreed with The Crafty Coo directors.

Sat 25 Jul12:30The Crafty Coo(49.4mi)

via The Crafty Coo

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Wigtown, Scotland

Clachanmore is in Wigtown, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Ardwell Glasshouse, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Clachanmore 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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