They brought along their favourite cuddly toys and got to meet some life-sized teddy bears too at the annual event organised by the legacy Carrickfergus Borough Council.
Fun and games were enjoyed – occasionally in the rain – on the August bank holiday Monday.
Here are 23 photos from between 2007 and 2010 to spark memories of the days the teddy bears had their picnics!
17. Summer Memories
Lily Stewart brought her teddy to Legg Park for the celebrations. Photo: Tim Cully
18. Summer Memories
Sophie-Lea Getty had a fun time at the Teddy Bears' Picnic. Photo: Tim Cully
19. Summer Memories
Courtney Crumie, Nicole Crumie and Judy Shaw braved the rain to attend the annual picnic at Legg Park in 2009. Photo: Tim Cully
20. Summer Memories
Ian and Abby Madden enjoyed the annual Legg Park event in 2008. Photo: Tim Cully
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