Visitors walking on the basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway beside the sea
Northern Ireland calendar

Northern Ireland: festivals

Updated 1 Nov 2026

2 events

Festivals, sport & seasonal 2

Festivals in Northern Ireland at a glance

Our Northern Ireland calendar has 2 listings under festivals: 2 with fixed dates. For 2 of 2, we read the dates on the organiser's own page. Every listing links to its organiser, so check opening times and tickets there before you travel.

This is a short list so far. For more choice, see festivals across the UK (55 listings) or everything on in Northern Ireland.

When they happen

The busiest months for festivals here are October and November, counting each month an event runs in.

What our Northern Ireland guide says about those seasons:

Autumn (September to November)
Quieter at the main sights, with changing colours in the forest parks. Check ferry and attraction hours as the season ends.

Where they happen

Other events in Northern Ireland

Festivals elsewhere

Festivals across the UK: 55 listings in London and our other destinations. By destination:

Plan the rest of your visit

Events change: check the organiser before you go. Dates and hours come from each organiser's own page, linked on every card.

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