The Summer Rose Fair at Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park in Belfast takes place this weekend. There will be lots of free activities and things to enjoy this Saturday (July 20) and Sunday (July 21) from noon to 5pm including musical theatre performances featuring Beauty and the Beast, harp music in the rose garden, a tranquil Wellness Oasis with yoga and reflexology, ballet and traditional Irish dance, live bands, food and craft stalls, cooking demos, Kids' Zone with carnival rides, arts and crafts, face-painting, magic shows, a flower show in the rose marquee and thousands of beautiful roses in bloom within the grounds.placeholder image
The Summer Rose Fair at Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park in Belfast takes place this weekend. There will be lots of free activities and things to enjoy this Saturday (July 20) and Sunday (July 21) from noon to 5pm including musical theatre performances featuring Beauty and the Beast, harp music in the rose garden, a tranquil Wellness Oasis with yoga and reflexology, ballet and traditional Irish dance, live bands, food and craft stalls, cooking demos, Kids' Zone with carnival rides, arts and crafts, face-painting, magic shows, a flower show in the rose marquee and thousands of beautiful roses in bloom within the grounds.

What's on in County Antrim this weekend: 5 things to do

By Russell Keers
Published 18th Jul 2024, 17:18 GMT

As the summer holidays continue, many of us will be on the lookout for some fun things to do with family and friends.

From a summer rose fair to a magical garden trail, take a look at our top five picks for things to do in County Antrim this weekend.

This Sunday (July 21) sees the start of Antrim and Newtownabbey Council's Summer Sunday Music sessions across the borough. Ballydufff Sliver Band will be performing at Antrim Castle Gardens (2pm-4pm), Killyglen Accordion Orchestra will be entertaining those in attendance at Ballyclare Sixmilewater Park (2pm-4pm) and Sticks and Picks are set to showcase their talents at Jordanstown Loughshore Park (2pm-4pm). Entry is free to all of the performances. A council spokesperson said: "This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately. The performance will be cancelled in the event of severe wind or rain."

5. Summer Sunday Music

This Sunday (July 21) sees the start of Antrim and Newtownabbey Council's Summer Sunday Music sessions across the borough. Ballydufff Sliver Band will be performing at Antrim Castle Gardens (2pm-4pm), Killyglen Accordion Orchestra will be entertaining those in attendance at Ballyclare Sixmilewater Park (2pm-4pm) and Sticks and Picks are set to showcase their talents at Jordanstown Loughshore Park (2pm-4pm). Entry is free to all of the performances. A council spokesperson said: "This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately. The performance will be cancelled in the event of severe wind or rain." Photo: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

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