Whether you’re hoping to try something new or are looking for some comedy, music or arts and crafts, there’s plenty happening around the area.
Despite it being the back to school month there’s no reason to stay home as September is packed full of creative workshops, entertainment events and adventure outings.
Additional reporting by Conor McAteer.
13. Harvest Festival at Ulster Folk Museum
September 24, 10am Try picking apples straight from the orchard, take home some hand-picked potatoes from the fields on-site and witness the various demonstrations at the 2022 Harvest Festival. Held in the Ulster Folk Museum, there’s a heap of history to be absorbed as well as taking part in several different activities. Ticket prices start at £5.50 and can be booked at nmni.com/harvest-festival Photo: contributed
14. Irish Spirits and Irish Cheese – Meet the Makers at The Echlinville Distillery
September 24, Kircubbin Experience the sights, sounds and smells of Ireland's first farm distillery – home of some of Ireland’s best known whiskeys, gins and Poitín. (Weaver’s Dry Gin, Old Comber Whiskey, BanPoitin.) Also enjoy a stroll through the historic Echlinville Estate on the new visitor walkways. Ticket price includes a welcome drink and samples of the award-winning premium Irish spirits and a selection of Irish cheese from Indie Füde. https://www.visitardsandnorthdown.com/whats-on/irish-spirits-and-irish-cheese-meet-the-makers-at-the-echlinville-distillery-p799131 Photo: contributed
15. Beading Loom Workshop
September 25th, 2pm Making friendship bracelets isn’t just an activity for kids, with this workshop allowing you to make as many as you want on a beading loom under the expert guidance of Christine. No experience is necessary, simply have fun and see what fantastic creations you can make. Tickets are £35 and can be booked at ticketsource.co.uk/beading-loom Photo: contributed
16. The Vikings on Strangford Lough
Runs until September 30, Portaferry The Portaferry and Strangford Trust proudly present this free exhibition at the Ropewalk Maritime Heritage Visitor Centre, which showcases images and artefacts detailing the influence of the Vikings on the local area. If you’re interested at all in Portaferry’s unique history, then be sure not to miss this fascinating gallery. https://www.visitardsandnorthdown.com/whats-on/the-vikings-on-strangford-lough-exhibition-p775491 Photo: contributed