Everything worth getting out for in County Antrim this weekend — 14 events on Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September. This page rebuilds every hour, so it is current.
Best first, not soonest first. These are ranked by how much of a moment they actually are — one-off festivals, markets and shows come above things that happen to be open anyway.
Spread across the country on purpose. We cap how many listings any one town can take, so this is not just twenty things in Belfast. If nothing here is near you, the map will find what is.
Always check the organiser’s page before you travel. We list what has been published, but times change, tickets sell out and outdoor events get cancelled for weather. Every listing links straight to the source.
Free is marked. Anything showing “Free” costs nothing to attend. Northern Ireland has a lot of these — markets, trails, park events and council days out — and they are usually the best of a weekend with children.
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European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry!
Castleview Road, Whitehead · Sat 12 Sep, 11:00
Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and stories of Ireland’s railway heritage at Whitehead Railway Museum for European Heritage Open Day! Enjoy free entry to the m See more Carrickfergus
The Enormous Crocodile Craft Time for Roald Dahl Day — Greystone Library
Greystone Library, Antrim · On now, until Sat 12 Sep, 14:00
The Enormous Crocodile Craft Time Get ready for a snappy, chompy and giggle-filled craft session as we celebrate Roald Dahl Day! Inspired by the mischievous crocodile from The Enormous Crocodile novel, children can create their very own enormous crocodiles using plenty of imagination.Children aged 6-12 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.Booking Essential. t: 028 9446 3891 e: [email protected]
The iconic Dunluce Castle was built by the MacQuillan family around 1500 and seized by the MacDonnell’s in the 1550s during an era of violence and rebellion. The dramatic history is matched by tales of a banshee and how the castle kitchens fell into…
Larne Museum & Arts Centre, Antrim · Sat 12 Sep, 10:00
Larne Museum & Arts Centre opens on Saturday, with the John Clifford Gallery hosting "Retrospective and Some New Inspirations", an art exhibition by Margaret Mathews. You can also take, borrow or donate a book at the on-site Little Free Library, and explore the permanent gallery covering the area's agricultural, industrial, military and maritime history. Suitable for all ages, with disabled access available.
Weekly, every Saturday from 12:30pm to 1:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years.Storytime sessions help children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. Please contact the library for more information.t: 028 7082 3718 · Recurring 02/05/2026 12:30pm – 26/06/2027 1:00pm
Storytime session every Saturday; suitable for ages 4 - 8 years old. This session will help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors.Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. · Recurring 09/05/2026 11:00am – 26/06/2027 11:30am
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am.Followed by toddler craft time at 11:00am - 11:30am.Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise. Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun! · Recurring 02/05/2026 10:30am – 26/06/2027 11:00am
Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group — Ballycastle Library
Ballycastle Library · Sat 12 Sep, 11:30
First Saturday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 11:30am – 12:30pm. Booking is advisable.Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends. Please contact the library for more information.t: 028 2076 2566e:[email protected] · Recurring 02/05/2026 11:30am – 05/06/2027 12:30pm
Every Saturday from 11:00am to 12:00pmBooking is essential.Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. · Recurring 02/05/2026 11:00am – 26/06/2027 12 noon
Every Saturday from 11:00am – 12 noon. Booking is not required. For children aged 5-10, all children attending this event must be accompanied by an adult.Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. t: 028 7082 3718 · Recurring 02/05/2026 11:00am – 26/06/2027 12 noon
Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. Please contact the library for more information.t: 028 2076 2566e:[email protected] · Recurring 02/05/2026 2:00pm – 26/06/2027 3:00pm
12 September 2026 - Run, explore, and soak up Northern Ireland's stunning north coast. From the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway to rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and historic sites, our marathon, ultra, half marathon, and 10K events offer world-class…
Church of St John the Baptist, Parish of Dunluce EHOD 2026
Priestland Road, Bushmills · Sat 12 Sep & Sun 13 Sep
The Select Vestry of Dunluce Parish invites visitors into the building for EHOD to explore the church, learn about its past and see how parishioners have been able to revive and reimagine the building over the years.
Step inside a beautifully restored Grade II listed former Masonic Hall, originally built in 1884, and discover a remarkable heritage success story. Once identified on the Built Heritage at Risk Northern Ireland register, this historic building has…
This page lists 14 events happening on Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September in County Antrim, ranked best first. It is rebuilt every hour from our live events feed, so it reflects what has been published right now.
Are there free things on this weekend?
Yes — 9 of the events listed here are free to attend. Free events are marked with the word “Free” on the ticket line.
How often is this page updated?
Every hour. The site rebuilds itself from our live events feed on an hourly schedule, so new listings appear and finished ones drop off without anyone having to edit the page.
What if nothing here is near me?
Use the map — it has around 2,000 family days out across Northern Ireland with a near-me search, so you can find something close even on a weekend with nothing big on locally.
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