Whether you are in search of a lively music festival or a fun family day out, there are plenty of options available to you locally.
Exhibiting celebrations of culture, arts and so much more, these festivals are a prime plan for a summer outing.
Here are some of the festivals you must check out this summer in Northern Ireland.

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Visit Ireland’s largest independent camping and arts festival from July 4 to July 6 with the family this summer. Set on the Ballymully Cottage Farm in the Causeway Coast and Glens borough area, this makes for the perfect camping destination for a summer festival.With performances of art and music, as well as various activities for all, this is a perfect family getaway to put onto your summer bucket list.For tickets and more information, go to stendhalfestival.com Photo: Sean McQuaid (Roadie TV) via derrynow.com

2. Belsonic
Belsonic is running this summer from June 7 until June 29 with a range of exciting acts taking to the stage to perform for crowds at Ormeau Park.With various of the events already sold out, this is a highly popular and anticipated music festival for all.So, don’t miss out on experiencing a night of music with the headline acts that still have tickets remaining.For tickets and more information, go to belsonic.com Photo: belsonic.com

3. Belfast Mela
Celebrate the diversity of Belfast through this week-long festival taking place in August.From August 17 to August 25 experience celebrations of art, dance, food and music throughout the programme of events across the city.With the festival finale, Mela Day, taking place in Botanic Gardens, this is a celebration of cultures to not be missed this summer.For more information, go to belfastmela.org.uk Photo: discovernorthernireland.com

4. Fiddler’s Green International Festival
The Fiddler’s Green International Festival returns this year on July 24 and runs until July 28 in Rostrevor, Co. Down. This festival of traditional music, arts and culture has some incredible acts already lined up to perform this summer.As well as there being activities for children and mountain walks available, this festival has something for everyone.Tickets are yet to be released but keep an eye out for this anticipated event.For more information, go to facebook.com Photo: travelmag.com