Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is working with Ballycastle Community Development Group and Rathlin Development and Community Association to bring this celebration, inspired by the Rathlin Sound – the body of water between Rathlin and Ballycastle.
Events include a variety of live music performances, dance displays, have-a-go activities, crafts, walks, talks, cookery demonstrations and lots of artisan produce at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Market, all of which celebrate the area’s rich local history, culture, music and food.
The festival runs until Sunday, June 4.
Check out these great photos from the first few days of the festival.
13. Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival
Adding a little bubbly fun to the day. Photo: McAuley Multimedia
14. Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival
Cllr Ivor Wallace Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council shares his chain with Pauric Toner at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle on the first day of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival on Friday. Photo: McAuley Multimedia
15. Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival
Eileen Christie pictured at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle as the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival opens. Photo: McAuley Multimedia
16. Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival
Ready for action! Photo: McAuley Multimedia