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Events
Events, held throughout the year, are another opportunity to experience the warmth of the people as well as the richness and vibrancy of our heritage and culture.Our local fairs and festivals are often found to be places where strangers leave as friends.
The Latest Events from Strabane.
- Promote Your Event To A Wider Audience- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Strabane Tourist Information Centre can provide event and festival organisers with a platform for marketing local events which have the potential to attract visitors to the area or simply encourage them to stay longer. If you are running a local event (e.g. a festival , family fun day, cultural event, traditional music session, talks on local history & heritage, guided walks, or golf , angling or equestrian competition ) and are interested in promoting it to a wider audience contact Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444.
- Traditional Music Sessions With CRAIC, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Enjoy a variety of pub sessions, workshops and music lessons .Events are held throughout the year.Everyone welcome.-The Smugglers, Clady- Sundays
-MK's Trad Sessions first Thursday every month
-Christie's Trad Sessions- second Thursday every monthFor further information check out www.craiconline.net
- Strabane Farmers' Market- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Last Saturday of Each MonthAn opportunity to sample locally produced foods and crafts at an event which continues to add flavour and excitement to the town of Strabane.Venue: Score Site, Strabane from 9.00am to 1.30pm.
- RJ Welch More Than Just A Photographer Seminar, Strabane (Community Library)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 23rd May 2013For further information contact the Alley Arts & Conference Centre on 028 7138 4444
- Tapestry of Colours- Cultural Documentary on Northern Ireland, Strabane (The Alley)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 25th May 2013For further information contact Amanda Biega – Good Relations, Strabane District Council on 028 7138 2204
- Motor Cycle Racing: Adult – Classic, Donemana- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 25th May 2013For further information contact N.I. Classic Scrambles Club on 079 7168 1779
- Teddy Bears Picnic, Castlederg- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 27th May 2013For further information contact Ashleigh Devine on 028 7138 2204
- Grays Printers Open Day, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 27th May 2013
A treasure trove of history that tells the indelible story of ink, galleys,presses and emigration in the 18th century. Open: 2pm-5.30pm- Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
For further information contact the National Trust 028 8674 8210
- Glenelly Valley- Chatting About The Neighbours- A Historical Celebration, Strabane (The Alley)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Tuesday 28th May 2013For further information contact the Alley Arts & Conference Centre on 028 7138 4444
- Strabane History Society Annual Outing- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 30th May 2013Check out www.strabanehistorysociety.com
- Wood of The Crows- The Story of Half-Hanged McNaughten, Strabane (The Alley)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 30th May 2013
For further information contact the Alley Arts & Conference Centre on 028 7138 4444
- The Summer Jamm Festival , Strabane - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 7th June- Saturday 8th June 2013Contact Jean Smyth on 028 7188 4760
- Sounds Like Summer Music Festival Competition 2013 , Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
June 2013 (14th , 15th, 21st, 22nd & 28th )For further information contact The Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
The North West's premier music competition with heats occurring over 2 sizzling Summer weekends and climaxing with Grand Final on week three.
- Castlederg Links Of Time Festival - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 15th June 2013For further information contact Ashleigh Devine on 028 7138 2204
- Bike Week - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 15th- Sunday 23rd June 1013Contact Sports Development on 028 7138 2204
- Derg Vintage Rally, Castlederg- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 15th June 2013For further information contact Sadie Crawford on 028 8167 1232
- Strawberry Fair, Sion Mills- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 22nd June 2013For further information please contact Noel McCallan on 028 8165 8350
A family fun filled day with a generous helping of "Strawberries & Cream"
- Feile by the Finn, Clady- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 21st- Sunday 23rd June 2013A weekend of family fun, music and frolics.
For further information contact Clady Cross Community Association on 077 4585 0392
- North West Cross-Border Sportive- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 22nd June 2013Novice and experienced cyclists alike are encourage to take up the challenge of a race taking in the counties of Derry, Tyrone and Donegal.
For further information contact Sports Development on 028 7138 2204
- Motor Cycle Racing: Youth Ulster Championship – RD 4, Donemana- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 22nd June 2013Contact N. I. Junior MCC LTD on 028 9334 0284
- One Day Cricket International Ireland V To Be Arranged, Bready- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 24th June 2013Contact Bready Cricket Club 028 7184 1880
- West Tyrone Ulster Scots Festival- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 24th-Thursday 27th June 2013Contact Irene on 028 8166 2045
- The Craic in the Brack Festival- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Wednesday 26th June - Sunday 30th June 2013 (To Be confirmed)Don't miss out on one of Ireland's largest rural festivals!
For further information contact Ambrose Houston on 028 7139 8177
- Tyrone County Fleadh (Castlederg)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 27th June- Sunday 30th June 2013A celebration and showcase of the very best of Tyrone's traditional talent hosted by Aran Derg CCE in Castlederg.
For further information contact Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann- Tyrone County Board on 028 8224 2777
- Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club Sperrin Run- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 29th June 2013Contact Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club (Don Caldwell ) on 028 7134 2484
- Strabane District Camera Club Exhibition , Strabane (The Alley)- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 1st July – Friday 26th July 2013For further information contact the Alley Arts & Conference Centre on 028 7138 4444
- Grays Printers Open Day, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 4th July 2013A treasure trove of history that tells the indelible story of ink,galleys,presses and emigration in the 18th Century. Open 2pm-5.30pm-Last admission 30 mminutes before closing.
For further information please contact the National Trust on 028 8674 8210
- Strabane 10K Road Race & 5K Leisure Walk- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 6th July 2013For further information contact Aiden Lynch on 028 7138 2204
This popular event is aimed at local and visiting athletes of all ages and abilities,and in the past has attracted seasoned roadrunners, recreational joggers and health conscious walkers. There are categories for all ages- (some restrictions apply) , as well as a walking section, giving everyone an opportunity to participate no matter what their fitness levels.
- The Twelfth Celebrations- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 12th July 2013Contact the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland on 28 9070 1122
- Aghyaran Festival- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 13th- Sunday 21st July 2013Check out www.aghyarangaelicfootballclub.webs.com
- Grays Printers Open Day, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 13th July 2013A treasure trove of history that tells the indelible story of ink, galleys,presses and emigration in the 18th century. Open: 2pm-5.30pm- Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
For further information contact the National Trust 028 8674 8210
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 18th July 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 19th July 2013For further information please contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 208 7138 4444
Come and enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar.
- Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club In Memoriam Run- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 20th July 2013Contact Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club on 028 7134 2484
- Sperrins Hillwalking Festival, Plumbridge -Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 20th - Sunday 21st July 2013Contact Aiden Lynch on 028 7138 2204
- The Glenelly Rockin by the River Festival 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 13th July - Sunday 21st July 2013
The Glenelly Rockin By The River Festival provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the scenic Sperrin Mountains while sampling a bit of Craic along the way! Events range from hill walks, vintage displays , family fun day and the very best in traditional , country and contemporary music.
For further information E-mail glenelly.festival@hotmail.co.uk
- Hughes Insurance Foyle Cup 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 22nd July - Saturday 27th July 2013International soccer tournament with teams travelling from all over Ireland, Britain, Europe , and North America. Teams compete at under 12,13,14,15,16 & 19.Venues include Strabane , Derry, Limavady , and Donegal.
For further information contact Michael on 028 7135 9734 or check out www.foylecup.com
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley,Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 25th July 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at The Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 26th July 2013Come and enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- The Northern Ireland Milk Cup 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 29th July- Friday 2nd August 2013Contact Jim Sandford on 028 9181 3067 or check out www.nimilkcup.org
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley,Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 1st August 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 2nd August 2013Come and enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley, Strabane - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 8th August 2013
In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 9th August 2013Come and enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar
For further information please contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 15th August 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 16th August 2013Come and enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar
For further information please contact the Alley Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Killeter Fair- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 10th - Sunday 18th August 2013For further information contact Gordon Speer on 028 8167 0636
Get a taste of the Derg Valley with a visit to one of Ireland's largest and oldest fairs.
- Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club Lough Erne Run- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Sunday 18th August 2013Contact Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club (Don Caldwell ) on 028 7134
2484
- Full Throttle Open Mic Nights At The Alley, Strabane - Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 22nd August 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 23rd August 2013Enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar
For further information please contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Gray Printers Open Day, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Monday 26th August 2013A treasure trove of history that tells the indelible story of ink, galleys,presses and emigration in the 18th century. Open: 2pm-5.30pm- Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
For further information contact the National Trust 028 8674 8210
- Open Mic Nights At The Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 29th August 2013In the true spirit of open mic, enjoy an eclectic mix of music, comedy, poetry performed by local artists in the Alley Cafe Bar.
For further information please contact Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Summer Jazz Nights at the Alley, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 30th August 2013Enjoy a wonderful night of Jazz music at the Alley Cafe Bar
For further information please contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Motor Cycle Racing: Red Bull Youth Irish Championship- Round 7,-Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 31st August 2013Contact N. I. Junior MCC LTD on 028 93 340284
- European Heritage Open Days 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 2013A popular celebration of our built heritage, organised by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA), and a chance to see inside many buildings that aren’t usually open to the public.
- Culture Night- Strabane & District- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 20th September 2013For the third year running venues and organisations throughout Strabane will join in "Culture Night" - an annual celebration of local culture held throughout Ireland . The events are free and provide an opportunity for locals and visitors to explore, discover and enjoy the richness and diversity of our local culture.
For further information contact Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444
- National Trails Weekend- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 21st- Sunday 22nd September 2013Contact Sports Development on 028 7138 2204
- Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club End of Season Run- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 21st September 2013Contact Strabane & District Old Vehicle Club (Don Caldwell ) on 028 7134 2484
- NIMC MX, Donemana - Quad/Sidecar/Vets/Under 23- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 21st September 2013For further information contact the North of Ireland Motor Cycle Club
- National Trails Weekend 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 21st- Sunday 22nd September 2013National Trails Weekend is a celebration of our wonderful variety of trails and a chance for everyone to enjoy some of our most beautiful countryside, forests, mountains and lakes.
For further information please contact the Countryside Access Officer on 028 7138 2204
- Bushwhacker Car Rally- Killeter- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 28th September 2013Enjoy the thrills and spills and some of very best in motor sport action.
For further information log onto www.omaghmotorclub.com or Email – webmaster@
omaghmotorclub.com
- Strabane Autumn Arts & Halloween Programme- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
October/ November 2013For further information contact Jean Smyth on 028 7138 2204
- The Flann O'Brien Literary Festival- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 4th October - Saturday 5th October 2013The DeSelby Institute have compiled a programme of talks, discussions and performances designed to explore the life and work of one of Strabane's most famous sons.
For further information please contact the Alley Arts & Conference Centre 028 7138 4444
- The Apple Fair, Castlederg- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Friday 25th October 2013 (To Be Confirmed)For further information please contact Mr Gordon Speer on 028 8167 0636
- The Johnny Crampsie Traditional Music Festival, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
October 2013 (To be confirmed)Hosted by CRAIC - the North West's leading community Irish traditional group - at the Alley Theatre, Strabane . Don't miss out on a weekend of traditional music at its best.
For further information contact the Alley Box Office on 028 7138 4444
- Halloween at Barrontop Fun Farm 2013- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
October 2013
For further information contact Barrontop Fun Farm on 028 7139 8649
Family fun and spooky goins on down at the farm. Enjoy silly spells with the resident Wizard.
- Churchtown Community Association Halloween Firework Display- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
October 2013Enjoy family entertainment and dazzling fireworks with a visit to Castlederg .
For further information contact Churchtown Community Association on 028 8167 0652
- Strabane Town Halloween Festival- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Thursday 31st October 2013Ghosts ,goblins and all things spooky are invited along to enjoy a deadly witches brew of ghoulish entertainment in Strabane this Halloween. We dare you to miss it! Details to be confirmed.
For further information contact the Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444
- DIWALI Festival, Strabane- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
November 2013 (To Be Confirmed)
Bringing Indian culture, art , music, and food to Strabane & the North West.Everyone welcome.
For further information contact Bobby Rao on 028 7188 6419
- Strabane Christmas Lights Switch On- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
Saturday 30th November 2013 (To Be Confirmed)For further information please contact Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444
Come along to see Santa turn on the lights .Fun for all the family!
- Christmas at Barrontop Fun Farm- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
December 2013For further information contact Doreen McGarrigle on 028 7139 8649
Enjoy festive fun down at the farm and visit Santa.
- District Wide Christmas Light Switch Ons & Celebrations- Gateway To UK City of Culture, The G8 & The Gathering
December 2013For further information please contact Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444
