The headline sponsor for this year’s programme is the Ulster-Scots Agency with visitors enjoying events such as ‘Rhymes and Ructions’ with historian Jack McKinney, Highland dancing lessons and a cookery demonstration by chef Paula McIntyre. The Ulster-Scots tradition of hymn writing was the theme at Ballyclare Presbyterian Church. Meanwhile, a pet show and a sausage dog parade were popular with animal lovers.
Here’s a selection of photos from the events.
17. May Fair
Local historian Jack McKinney entertains the crowd with 'Rhymes and Ructions' in Ballyclare Town Hall. Photo: Contributed
18. May Fair
'Winston' who won the prize for the Waggiest Tail. Photo: Contributed
19. May Fair
Mark Thompson, chairman of the board of directors of Ancestry, Councillor Vera McWilliams, who participated in the choir and Reverend Jonathan Moxen at the Ulster Scots Tradition of Hymn-Writing Songs of Praise Service. Photo: Contributed
20. May Fair
Demi Walker demonstrating basic Highland dancing techniques to school pupils as part of Ballyclare May Fair. Photo: Contributed