Family & Kids

Festive events and things to do with the whole family this Christmas across Northern Ireland

There is something magical for everyone to get into the Christmas spirit this year

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2 Royal Avenue Belfast to be transformed into a winter wonderland this Christmas

There is a packed programme of free festive events and activities planned for the Winter’s Den

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Win 1 of 5 Mattel toy bundles in our fabulous competition, just in time for Christmas!

Join our festive giveaway for a chance to win 1 of 5 amazing prize bundles including a Monster High® Haunted High School, an iconic bundle of Barbie® goodies and a stellar Thomas & Friends™ My First Range play set.

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Belfast Christmas light switch on ticket details, times, entertainment info and more

The countdown is officially on to the city's festive celebrations

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Half-term activities for kids in Belfast over the Halloween break

Lots to do to keep your little monsters entertained

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Melted Parents NI hosting Belfast festive family day amid ongoing affordable childcare campaign

"All we want for Christmas is a childcare strategy… but while we wait, why not offer our local community an affordable festive family day?"

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BBC casting call for parents of young children with sensory issues for new series of films

BBC Tiny Happy People are looking to speak to parents of 2-5 year olds to take part in filming for their website and social media.

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Northern Ireland pumpkin patches that are perfect for a Halloween day out this October

Some great spots to check out this spooky season

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Airtastic Bangor set for £1.2m redevelopment project adding bowling and laser tag to current offering

"The new centre will offer something for everyone, with activities suitable for all ages, and we're proud to support the North Down and Ards area by creating new jobs"

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Halloween 2024 fireworks displays taking place across Northern Ireland

Plenty of displays happening across the country this year

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Halloween 2024 events taking place across Northern Ireland to mark spooky season

Northern Ireland is home to Europe's largest Halloween festival

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NI family Christmas events 2024 including visiting Santa and how you can book tickets

For those planning ahead for some fun with the kids this festive season

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Winter circus to return to Belfast city centre this festive season

Cathedral Quarter

It will treat visitors to a winter extravaganza unlike anything else on offer in the city with a host of death-defying and side-splitting acts

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Ards Puppet Festival returns to Co Down for fun-filled family celebration

"It’s always a gorgeous event and we are super excited to meet all the animal puppets this year and welcome our lovely audiences back again”

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Donegal girl, 5, reunited with beloved teddy bear thanks to cruise ship captain

Sophie Callaghan had been on holidays with her family when disaster struck after realising she was without her beloved teddy bear

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In photos: Magical Disneyland trip for Northern Ireland children with life-threatening conditions

The group of 20 children, their parents/guardians and healthcare professionals enjoyed two days of Disney magic.

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New children's activity park and kart track gets green light in Mid Ulster

Mid Ulster District Council

“There is also an outdoor play area consisting of swings and slides, a log cabin-type building housing amusements and toilets, as well as a similar building which is used for party rooms in the event of a birthday party.

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10 fun August Bank Holiday activities NI families must do before the start of term

Things to do Belfast

There's plenty of things to keep the kids occupied before the end of the school holidays

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We spent a weekend exploring the magnificent Mournes area and it’s now our new favorite staycation spot

Alpaca walking, kayaking, e-bike exploring, chocolate factory experiences the list of things to do in Co Down is endless

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Belfast Zoo welcomes a third baby Rothchild's Giraffe this year

Members of the public will have the opportunity to name the new arrival

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We visited the new NI attraction that allows you to get up close and personal with Llamas

You can touch the llamas, feed the llamas and take them on a bit of a trek around the site

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Belfast Charlie and the Chocolate Factory youth production tickets on sale now

The creative team and cast are working on a "spectacular performance of madness and fun which is choc-a-bloc filled with laughter and joy"

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Beloved children's entertainer Mr Hullabaloo bringing family fun to Belfast this year

Tickets on sale now

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Ould Lammas Fair in Ballycastle: Ireland's oldest fair returns this August bank holiday weekend

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

There will be something for everyone

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Marks & Spencer M&S shoppers can snap up £12 teddy cardigan that's like 'wearing a cloud'Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper

We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location

The Rusty Keg has relocated recently and the food certainly lived up to its beautiful new surroundings

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Dunelm shoppers 'in love' with 'beautiful' £65 rug that's available in four colours

"I'm in love with this rug. The soft, neutral colours go perfectly in our living room and make it feel so warm and cosy."

Marks & Spencer Marks & Spencer shoppers can bag 'warm and fluffy' cardigan for under £13 The Teddy Borg Wrap Lounge Cardigan is available in two autumnal colours including dark raspberry and ivory

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Belfast Oktoberfest social photos as pals toast to the start of the weekend

Things to do Belfast

Our photographer Justin Kernoghan was on hand to catch all the fun at Oktoberfest on Thursday night as pals started the weekend celebrations a little early

'I used to work at Boots and these are the best beauty deals ahead of Black Friday'

Boots has yet to confirm when its Black Friday deals will launch, but there are already plenty of ways to save on Christmas gifts, beauty products and more

Real Life Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife

Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed

A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart

Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Crime Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning

Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Northern Ireland football team

Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park

Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career

Northern Ireland football team

The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany

43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home

Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene

Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11