{"id":996755,"date":"2026-05-31T18:01:33","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T18:01:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/996755\/"},"modified":"2026-05-31T18:01:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T18:01:33","slug":"10-things-to-do-to-kick-off-your-summer-across-northern-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/996755\/","title":{"rendered":"10 things to do to kick off your summer across Northern Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"

Plenty of fun things to do right on our doorstep<\/p>\n

The Gobbins, Co Antrim(Image: Courtesy of Mid & East Antrim Borough Council)<\/p>\n

The good weather over the past week has really put us in the summer mood.<\/p>\n

After what felt like the wettest start to 2026, it feels like we could be in for a wonder summer and hopefully the sun sticks around so everyone can make the most of the fun things we have on our doorstep.<\/p>\n

If you need some inspiration for how to mark the start of the summer, look no further!<\/p>\n

With countless things to do over the summer, Discover Northern Ireland<\/a> has put together a list of standout events to kick it off.<\/p>\n

Here are ten exciting things to do 1-7 June across NI:<\/p>\n

Long Meadow Cider Orchard<\/p>\n

Apple Blossom, Long Meadow Cider Co Armagh(Image: Courtesy of Tourism Ireland by Brian Morrison)<\/p>\n

Long Meadow Cider Orchard\/Cider Tour Experience with Tastings, Tea\/Coffee, Apple Tart & Fresh Cream<\/a>, Portadown, Co Armagh<\/a>, 6 June. Enjoy a fully immersive orchard\/cider experience in the company of the McKeever family. Enjoy an orchard walk explaining the various orchard plantations in place. Visitors can experience the apple blossom in May or the trees laden with fruit from June-October. And, of course, no visit with the McKeever family would be complete without tasting their award-winning craft ciders and apple juice.<\/p>\n

Cultra Motorsport Festival<\/p>\n

Cultra Motorsport Festival<\/a>, Holywood<\/a>, Co Down<\/a>, 6 June. Hosted in partnership with the Thoroughbred Sports Car Club NI and Porsche Centre Belfast, this is an action-packed day with vintage, classic and modern cars on display at Cultra Manor, including gems from the Ulster Transport Museum collection, released from the Ulster Transport Museum’s private stores just for this event.<\/p>\n

Every Voice Festival<\/p>\n

Every Voice Festival<\/a>, Co Derry<\/a> 6 \u2013 14 June. The Every Voice Festival celebrates the transformative power of singing together. From powerful sacred music and inspiring youth performances to community choirs, workplace singers, care home concerts and spectacular gala performances. Whether you love choral music, storytelling, live performance or simply celebrating community spirit – there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n

The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room at Hillsborough Castle<\/p>\n

Hillsborough Castle, Hillsborough, Co Down(Image: Courtesy of Rob Durston for Tourism Northern Ireland)<\/p>\n

The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room at Hillsborough Castle<\/a>, Royal Hillsborough, Co Down, visit website for dates and times. Step into a fascinating chapter of transatlantic history at Hillsborough Castle, where visitors can explore the castle’s remarkable connection to America’s founding story. To mark the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, the magnificent State Dining Room has been transformed into the Benjamin Franklin Dining Room, showcasing a unique collection of historic objects linked to the celebrated statesman.<\/p>\n

Celtic Heart<\/p>\n

Celtic Heart at Belfast Waterfront<\/a>, Belfast, visit website for dates and times. Created in collaboration with The Music Yard, Celtic Heart is a locally produced show celebrating Belfast\u2019s rich storytelling, traditional music and homegrown talent. Transporting audiences to the industrial heart of early-1900s working class Belfast, Celtic Heart is an intimate and powerful storytelling experience brought vividly to life through the spoken word, live traditional music, captivating vocals, and breathtaking dance choreography.<\/p>\n

Titanic Belfast Curates<\/p>\n

Titanic Belfast Curates… Northern Threads, Belfast(Image: Courtesy of Titanic Belfast )<\/p>\n

Titanic Belfast Curates… Northern Threads<\/a>, Belfast, visit website for dates and times. A celebration of style, creativity and contemporary design in Northern Ireland. The exhibition showcases how fashion and textile design is bold, expressive and deeply connected to place. It’s about what’s being created now and the ideas, stories and influences shaping it. At the heart of Northern Threads are Gr\u00e1inne Maher, Hope Macaulay, Kindred of Ireland by Amy Anderson and \u00c9adach by Sara O’Neill.<\/p>\n

Under the Hawthorn Tree at Ulster American Folk Park<\/p>\n

Under the Hawthorn Tree at Ulster American Folk Park<\/a>, Omagh<\/a>, County Tyrone, visit website for dates and times. A powerful story of hardship, loss and survival, this exhibition brings Marita Conlon-McKenna’s much-loved children’s novel, Under the Hawthorn Tree, to life. The exhibition uses objects, sounds, smells, interactives and illustrations to tell the story, inviting visitors, young and old, to experience the story in a new and immersive way.<\/p>\n

Viking Village at Fermanagh Fun Farm<\/p>\n

Viking Village at Fermanagh Fun Farm<\/a>, Lisbellaw, Co Fermanagh<\/a>, 6-7 June. Step back in time at the Viking Event at Fermanagh Fun Farm. With live battle re-enactments, interactive warrior demonstrations and a fully set up Viking village to explore, there’s plenty to see and experience.<\/p>\n

Little Construction Club<\/p>\n

Little Construction Club at Millennium Forum<\/a>, Derry, 4 June (more dates available). Little Construction Club is a pop-up construction-themed play experience for toddlers and young children. Children can explore a fully themed mini construction site featuring ride-on diggers and dumper trucks, build zones, sensory play, dress-up stations, roadworks roleplay, ball pit fun and interactive play areas designed to encourage imagination, creativity and active play.<\/p>\n

The Gobbins<\/p>\n

The Gobbins, Co Antrim(Image: Courtesy of Mid & East Antrim Borough Council)<\/p>\n

The Gobbins<\/a>, Islandmagee, County Antrim, visit website for dates and times. Experience a thrilling world where bridges will carry you over crashing waves to sunken caves and sheer cliff faces. On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn\u2019t content to just sit back and be admired. It completely engulfs you: from the all-enveloping Irish Sea winds and the dolphins dancing off the coastline, to the squawking native sea birds and the salty air as it hits your lips.<\/p>\n

For more information on what\u2019s on, or to plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland, visit: discovernorthernireland.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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