Craft NI

Scott Benefield Trunk Show
2025-07-03 10:00 - 2025-07-28 17:00 (Europe/London) | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
Scott Benefield’s trunk show at Craft NI Gallery shines a light on the beauty of blown glass – stop by to learn about the Filigrana technique which goes back to 16th century Venice!

Scott Benefield’s work draws upon a particular heritage in the history of glass: the golden age of 16th century Venetian glassblowing. Filigrana is blown glass made with colourless, white, and sometimes coloured canes – this style originated on the island of Murano in the 16th century and spread rapidly to other parts of Europe. Scott Benefield’s Filigrana functional glassware comes in a range of vibrant summer colours, perfect for gifting or adding a pop of colour to your interior décor. Larger scale decorative works will also be shown alongside his functional range.

Scott Benefield is internationally known as a glassblower specialising in Venetian cane techniques, as well as a workshop leader and a writer covering issues pertinent to contemporary studio glass. Scott has exhibited his work at the Royal Ulster Academy annual exhibition in 2012-2015, the British Glass Biennale in 2015, as well at galleries in Ireland, England, Scotland, the US, the Netherlands, Japan and China.
He works from his studio which is an old farm property on the rugged north Antrim coast, just outside of the village of Ballintoy in Northern Ireland. All of the work is designed, produced and finished entirely by hand.

Heritage Craft Fair at Rowallane Garden
2025-07-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Rowallane Garden, Off Crossgar Road, Saintfield, BT24 7LH, United Kingdom
Set against the backdrop of our stunning gardens and stableyard, the Heritage Craft Fair will bring together an incredible gathering of makers — from blacksmiths and woodworkers to potters, embroiderers, and more.
Watch sparks fly during live blacksmithing demos and see skilled hands shape natural materials into beautiful, functional art. With a handpicked collection of local craftspeople showcasing their work, this is a rare chance to connect with heritage skills and discover one-of-a-kind handmade treasures.
Free event but admission ticket to Rowallane required.

Weekend Beginners Jewellery Making Course
2025-07-26 10:00 - 2025-07-27 17:30 | Shannon McShane Studio, Unit B5 Inspire Business Park, 16 Carrowreagh Road, Dundonald, Belfast, +447518944235, BT16 1QT, United Kingdom
Come along for a weekend where you will learn a range of beginners skills in making jewellery.
What will you learn?
Day 1: You will begin with getting to grips with the tools, the workshop and metals. You will make a ring to kick start, moving on to making a pair of stud and a pair of long earrings.
Rounding off the first day with making a lovely pendant.
Day 2 You will begin day 2 by learning how to melt silver and forge it into a ring.
As your jammed packed weekend comes to a close you will learn how to file, sand and polish so that you go away with two rings, two pairs of earrings and a pendant that you have made. (A chain for your pendant is also included).
Who is this for?
This course is for complete beginners but all participants must be over 16. It is for a maximum of 6 people so that you have the best tuition experience and access to tools.
What is provided?
Shannon will provide a printed course guide for you to keep.
You will be working in silver for all pieces but you will have copper to practice on as well. You will get to take home all the pieces you have made.
Light refreshments will be provided to keep you going through your lessons. Please bring a packed lunch. We will have a morning and afternoon break as well as 30 minutes for lunch.

August Craft Month
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-31 17:00 | Island of Ireland, Island of Ireland
Established in 2021 and organised by Design & Crafts Council Ireland and Craft NI – the two national bodies for craft in Ireland – August Craft Month is an all island celebration of Ireland’s unique craft sector!
This year’s fantastic August Craft Month programme brings together an array of talented makers hosting over 300 events across the island of Ireland. With the kids off for summer, friends coming to visit or planning staycations for the whole family, there has never been a better time to do something different. From creating your own suncatcher, to sculpting a clay puffin, August is the month to put craft and the joy of making on your radar! That pottery class you’ve always wanted to take? Now’s the time! Whether it’s the excitement of trying your hand at the throwing wheel, catching inspiring exhibitions with friends, seeing makers in action in their studios or finding free activities to occupy the kids during the holidays.

Head over to www.augustcraftmonth.org to browse and book events, and follow @augustcraftmonth25 on social media for all the latest news and updates.

'Common Threads'
2025-08-21 09:30 - 2025-09-13 17:00 | Island Arts Centre, The Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL, United Kingdom
The second edition of the Northern Ireland Linen Biennale’s headline group exhibition, where flax and linen—whether as story, medium, or substrate—serve as the common thread across a range of fine and applied art practices. Curated by artist and creative producer Meadhbh McIlgorm, the exhibition celebrates the slow, considered, and skilful labour of artist-makers. A theme of weaving runs through much of the work, highlighting interdependence over fragmentation: as in a weave, no thread stands alone. Instead, something is formed collectively through a series of crossovers and junctions. Weaving echoes life—our common ground, shared heritage, and collective material future are all interwoven with the politics of fibre and fabric.
Participating artists:
Helen O’Hare & Wilma Kirkpatrick, Heidi McKenzie (Canada), Zoe Gibson, Lucy Moore (RoI), Maya Todd, Jude Fenton, Margaret B. Russell (USA), Andrea Dickson, Sharon Adams, Karen Hamilton, Kathy Kirwan (RoI, Alison Pascoe, Emily McIlwaine, Claudia Rose

'Sgrafitto'
2025-09-23 10:00 - 2025-11-09 16:00 | North Down Museum, Town Hall, The Castle, Bangor, BT20 4BT, United Kingdom
A solo exhibition of work by ceramic artist Jakki Trainor.

The ‘Sgraffito’ exhibition explores how decorative mark making and sensitive carving can reveal detail, pattern, light and shade.
Jakki draws inspiration from a love of nature and folklore, producing illustrative ceramics depicting both real and imagined flora and fauna that aim to engage the viewer in unravelling the narrative.

Silversmithing workshop
2025-09-27 10:00 - 13:00 | The Designerie, 88 Main Street, Antrim, Bushmills, BT57 8QD, United Kingdom
In this guided silversmithing workshop with Amy of No.88 Jewellery, participants will handcraft their very own sterling silver bracelet—choosing their chain, designing a meaningful charm, and working with professional tools to shape, solder, and texture your piece. Once your design is complete, the bracelet will be professionally finished—ready to wear as a reminder of what matters most.

'Flaxen'
2025-09-27 11:00 - 2025-10-24 17:00 | R-Space Gallery, 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, BT27 4XE, United Kingdom
R‑Space Gallery is pleased to present ‘Flaxen‘, the first solo exhibition in Northern Ireland by British textile artist Alice Fox, as part of the Linen Biennale Festival.
‘Flaxen’ is a collection of new works by Alice Fox, exploring the flax plant at every stage: from whole dried stems to unspun fibre. The works are woven or otherwise constructed to highlight the plant’s strength and delicacy, resulting in textured, structural pieces across different scales.
Since 2017, Fox has cultivated small plots of flax on her allotment in West Yorkshire, studying how growth and retting conditions affect fibre quality. In 2024, she led a collaborative flax‑growing project at Kestle Barton, Cornwall, cultivating a 200‑square‑metre crop with the help of staff and volunteers. By sowing flax simultaneously at both sites, she created an opportunity to compare environmental impacts 400 miles apart.
The resulting works incorporate flax at various stages and explore both its strength and fragility, offering a textured, structural celebration of this versatile plant.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Alice Fox to Northern Ireland for her first solo exhibition here,” says Meadhbh McIlgorm, Linen Biennale Programme Manager at R‑Space Gallery. “Her work is a rare combination of craft, ecology, and experimentation. Visitors will experience how traditional textile techniques can reveal the beauty and resilience of plants like flax, while also encouraging reflection on sustainability, environment and our relationship with the material world.”
About Alice Fox
Alice Fox is a UK‑based textile artist whose practice combines found and reclaimed materials with techniques such as stitch, weave, and basketry. With a background in physical geography and nature conservation, her work engages with landscape, materiality, and sustainability. She works from her studio and allotment in Saltaire, England, and exhibits, lectures, and teaches workshops nationally and internationally.
Her publications, including Wild Textiles and new book Wild Weave, explore similar themes of working with natural fibres and materials, reflecting her commitment to experimental and sustainable textile practice.
The exhibition will include an online artist talk on 14 October 2025 at 6pm.
Gallery Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11am – 5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday 27 September, 2–4pm
Admission: Free and all welcome

'Under Construction'
2025-10-02 10:00 - 2025-10-31 17:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
For this exhibition, Derek Wilson uses the Gallery as a project space to contemplate the dialogue and interaction between his current research project into collage and painting, and its later translation into three-dimensional sculptural objects.
As a recent recipient of the Rosemary James Memorial Trust Award, Derek’s ‘Under Construction’ ’exhibition at Craft NI Gallery gives insight into his research and creative practice, by showcasing the development of these new ideas, and responding to the themes that are prevalent within: composition and spatiality, structure and balance, tone and colour, line and form. The paintings and collages that catalyse new possibilities are exhibited alongside sculptural ceramic forms, documenting the artist’s journey into new mediums as a mode of research, but also to be viewed as artistic works in their own right.
An unapologetic thrower, Derek Wilson consistently challenges his discipline. He combines his minimal aesthetic with accomplished craftsmanship, material knowledge and a propensity to propel modern ceramics through reinterpretation of its form. Wilson works from his studio in Belfast, regularly lectures and runs workshops. He exhibits extensively at an international level and his work is held in a range of public and private collections.
Late Night Art opening: exhibition opens October 2, Late Night Art, 6- 9pm.

InterWOVEN
2025-10-02 10:00 - 2025-11-07 16:00 | Down Arts Centre, 2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Down, BT30 6BP, United Kingdom
This group exhibition brings together artists from the North and South of Ireland whose work and processes reference Linen heritage in a contemporary context. The exhibition weaves together each artist’s creative practice and how it engages, questions or explores sustainability in relation to functional textiles and textile art.
Exhibiting Artists: Katerina Gribkoff, Malú Colorín, Maya Todd, Niamh Ní Catháin, Ruth Osborne
This exhibition is shown as part of the 2025 Linen Biennale.

Make a John Surlis Leitrim Chair
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-12 18:00 | Green Woodwork Ireland Workshop, Minnowburn, Ballynahatty Rd, Belfast, Minnowburn, BT8 8LG
Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach you the skills needed to produce your own Leitrim Chair using the same traditional techniques as John used during his life. This workshop will allow you to practice an ancient form of woodcraft that was once widespread across the country, a craft that has long since disappeared from our woodlands and workshops.
During this 4-day workshop, you will use traditional tools and equipment such as the Shave Horse, Scotch Eyed Auger, Drawknife, Froe, Spokeshave, Tenon Cutter, Cabinet Scraper and much more to produce a chair that can be used and admired in the home as well as being a focal point for visitors.
You will learn how to cleave and shape wood that will then be assembled using round mortise and tenon’s secured with Oak wedges, typical of old Irish furniture, completed with a finish of linseed oil and beeswax.
This course is suited to all levels including complete beginners. As you will be working in a workshop environment, sturdy footwear is important. A good pair of boots is ideal and if you happen to have steel toe caps this would be even better. Open-toed or low-cut footwear is not suitable and may mean you cannot participate in the workshop. The tutor will supply safety gloves but if you have your own tight-fitting safety gloves feel free to bring them along, these safety measures are to protect your hands and feet from cuts and to protect your feet from sharp and heavy tools and equipment being dropped. You must be aged 16 or over to attend this class. All tools and materials are supplied. Workshop times are 10.00am to 6.00pm.
Please keep in mind that some of the workshop tasks can be a bit physical, but help will be on hand if you find any of the tasks challenging.
The workshop will be held at the Green Woodwork Ireland Workshop, Minnowburn. Workshops are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Key dates:
Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th, Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th of October, 10.00am to 6.00pm

Fused Glass Handkerchief Vase Workshop
2025-10-16 10:00 - 13:00 | FE McWilliam Gallery, 200 Newry Road, Banbridge, BT32 3NB
Participants will make their own handkerchief vase under the guidance of fused glass artist Sarah Walsh. In this beginner’s class they will learn the basics of creating a glass panel, including glass cutting and using colourful frits. Each participant will transform a 25cm x 25cm piece of glass into a unique artwork which will be fired and shaped to form a contemporary handkerchief style vase.
All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Please wear suitable clothing and flat, closed-toe shoes. Finished works will be taken back to Sarah’s studio for firing before being returned to the venue for collection at a later date.
Max No: 8 | Suitable for 16+ | Tutor: Sarah Walsh

Silver stacking rings workshop
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Down Arts Centre, 2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Down, BT30 6BP, United Kingdom
Participants will spend a day of fun and make a pair of silver stacking rings under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful pair of rings to take home. No previous experience is required.
Please bring an apron to protect clothing.

Halloween lanterns for 8 - 12yrs old
2025-10-18 13:30 - 17:00 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, United Kingdom
Join tutor Linda Mulholand – under her supervision children will craft spooky Halloween lanterns from mixed materials to light up dark scary Halloween nights!

Craft NI @ RUA 2025
2025-10-19 10:00 - 2026-01-04 17:00 | Ulster Museum, BT9 5AB, United Kingdom
Craft NI has been invited to present a Guest Showcase at the 144th Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) Exhibition at the Ulster Museum. This exciting partnership between the RUA and Craft NI brings together two leading organisations dedicated to nurturing and celebrating artistic excellence.
The Academy has a long-standing commitment to recognising craft as an integral part of contemporary visual culture: RUA academicians exhibiting this year include celebrated ceramicist Anne Butler, glass artist Alison Lowry and renowned silversmith Cara Murphy, whose exquisite, sculptural silver vessels and tableware have been commissioned at the highest levels, including Downing Street and as the maker of four Grand National trophies.
The Craft NI Showcase will further expand on this celebration of material-based practice, featuring works by Adam Frew, Andrea Spencer, Anne Earls Boylan, Caitlin Murphy, Celine Traynor, Derek Wilson, Grainne Watts, Jack Doherty, Jakki Trainor, Janice Gilmore, Joel Smith, John Piekaar, Mark Hanvey, Mario Sierra (Mourne Textiles), Patricia Kelly and Scott Benefield. From wheel-thrown porcelain to blown glass sculptures, woven textiles to meticulously crafted jewellery, visitors will encounter a diverse spectrum of work that demonstrates both tradition and innovation.

‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14: Experimental Dialogues’
2025-11-01 11:00 - 2025-11-28 17:00 | R-Space Gallery, 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, BT27 4XE, United Kingdom
‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14’ features Lydia Bell, Michael Geddis, Patricia Kelly, Ruth Osbourne and Ioana Petcu-Colan, five visual artists selected from our annual open call, each responding to the theme ‘experimental’.
Experimental – 1. based on untested ideas or techniques and not yet established or finalized. 2. involving a radically new and innovative style.
The group exhibition presents the work of these five artists, allowing its ‘experimental’ nature to emerge through their diverse approaches – in the materials they choose to work with, the messages and meaning they convey through those materials, and the processes they employ to make their work.
Michael Geddis re-sites and re-purpose scientific tools and processes using patterns from nature as inspiration. Patricia Kelly’s textile practice entails working with the landscape, stitching, natural dying, and folklore. Ruth Osborne similarly draws from the landscape using soil, chemistry, place and the elements as tools to create new textile outcomes. Lydia Bell’s work likewise uses the rural landscape as the starting point to tell stories of change, survival and impact on nature, history and communities. Finally, Ioana Petcu-Colan starts with a musical landscape to generate exploratory ways to see music and hear visual art.

Curved Earth - Ceramic Forms in Spiral Balance
2025-11-01 14:00 - 2026-02-14 17:00 | Enniskillen Castle Museum, Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 7HL, United Kingdom
“Curved Earth” showcases work by Enniskillen-born, London-based ceramic artist Pádraig Drugan.
Pádraig’s striking hand-crafted ceramic sculptures flow with spirals, curves and rhythmic lines. Inspired by the natural world, the forms suggest harmony, movement and balance, inviting us to pause and reflect. Short media clips reveal how Pádraig creates his work from first sketches to finished clay pieces. Photographs of his stone installations along the Irish Atlantic coastline provide a further insight into the landscapes and traditions that inspire the artist.
“Curved Earth” invites visitors to reflect on form, beauty and rhythm in a way that speaks to universal experience.

Admission tickets to Enniskillen Castle are necessary.

Please note opening hours as follows:
Mon – Fri: 9.30am – 5.00pm, Sat: 11.00am – 5.00pm

Big Bauble Showcase
2025-11-06 18:00 - 2025-12-30 17:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection.
Stop by to admire the skills of local makers and pick up a meaningful gift!

THE GIFT
2025-11-06 18:00 - 2026-01-31 17:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
THE GIFT, Craft NI Gallery’s Christmas selling exhibition, will showcase thoughtfully-designed and beautifully-crafted works that highlight the concept of considered gifting, as well as showing the gifts and dedication of designer-makers, reflecting their mastery of material and unique design. These contemporary works, functional or decorative, will be objects made to be cherished and given with intention. Visitors can expect to see unique creations, whether it is jewellery, ceramics, textiles, glass, wood, jewellery and mixed media.
The exhibition will refresh the concept of festive gifting with unique, handcrafted gift ideas that celebrate and support talented makers, thoughtful gift givers and cherished receivers in equal measure.

Participating makers: Andrea Hayes, Andrea Spencer, Anne Earls Boylan, Claire Hart, Egle Banyte, Gail Kelly, Hugh Cummins, Jakki Trainor, James Gilbert, Janice Gilmore, Joanna Komorowska, Joel Smyth, Patricia Kelly, Sue Cathcart, Ursula McGivern.

Knit + Stitch
2025-11-13 10:00 - 2025-11-16 17:30 | Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park Halftown Road, Lisburn, BT27 5RD, United Kingdom
After a fantastic debut, Knit + Stitch returns to Belfast this fall from November 13 -16! Taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn, this is an event textile lovers will not want to miss, whether they are professional craft makers or hobbyists!
The show previously known as The Knitting and Stitching Show has had a rebrand and has a new logo and name, but you can expect the same inspiring content: textile art exhibitions, hands-on workshops and opportunities to buy from over 100 craft exhibitors.
Craft NI will also have a stand in the show, promoting the skills and beautiful work of Northern Irish makers and answering any questions about local craft and craft makers.
Book your tickets at the link below and use code CRAFNI to save £2 off standard adult / concession tickets only. (Offer not valid on VIP, Child or group tickets. Offer expires Sunday 2nd November 2025. Booking fee applies.)
Please note show closes at 4pm on Sunday. Various types of tickets available, starting at £16.

Textile birds workshop
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Crescent Art Centre, 2-4 University Rd, Belfast, BT7 1NH, United Kingdom
Under the guidance of tutor Linda O’Kane, participants will learn how to make some padded and embellished birds which can be worn as a brooch or attached to a bag or suitcase, or even displayed on a door knob.
All materials will be provided but please bring some small scissors to class. Suitable for 16+ years.

Please note the workshop runs 5:15 – 7:15pm.

Flowerfield Christmas Craft Market
2025-11-15 10:00 - 2025-12-23 16:00 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, United Kingdom
The Flowerfield annual Christmas Craft Market opens on Saturday 15 November from 11am-4pm and continues until 23 December.
This contemporary craft market on the North Coast returns with over 35 independent craft makers and unique, special gifts. Featuring homeware, jewellery, textiles, clothing, artisan food and more, visitors will be able t obrowse for festive gifts as well as support local makers.
The market runs Monday – Saturday from 15 November to 23 December 10am – 4pm with additional opening hours on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7-9pm.

Open Night at The Boat House Gallery
2025-11-21 17:00 - 21:00 | The Boat House Gallery, 60 Causeway Rd, Bushmills, BT57 8SU, United Kingdom
Stop by the Boat House Gallery on Friday, November 21st, 5 – 9pm for a festive evening and soak in the warm, creative atmosphere! A great evening to enjoy live music, browse for works from local makers and see Adam Frew’s live demo at the potter’s wheel!

Four Week Christmas Ceramic Nativity Workshop
2025-11-22 10:30 - 2025-12-13 12:30 | Millenium Court, 2 William Street, Portadown, Co Armagh, BT62 3NX, United Kingdom
Join Ciara Campbell for this 4 week workshop to create your own ceramic nativity set made up of 11 clay pieces, just in time for Christmas!
Please note the workshop will take place on Saturday 22nd, 29th Nov & 6th, 13th Dec | 10:30am – 12:30pm
This class is suitable for age 16+

Crafted on the Coastline
2025-11-22 11:00 - 15:00 | The Courthouse, 75 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QB, United Kingdom
Stop by for a day of creativity at The Courthouse Bushmills with Crafted on the Coastline, a celebration of craft and artistry from makers across the Causeway Coast and Donegal.
On Saturday 22nd November, 11am–3pm, discover a vibrant exhibition featuring nine talented makers, each bringing a unique perspective and skill. The exhibition includes a Mini Makers section, where children of all ages can take part in drop-in creative activities – free, fun and no booking required, all within the same space as the makers.

Miniature hobby horse workshop
2025-11-27 05:00 - 19:00 | Crescent Art Centre, 2-4 University Rd, Belfast, BT7 1NH, United Kingdom
Learn how to make an adorable hobby horse in miniature under the guidance of tutor Linda O’Kane. All materials will be provided (you will have materials to make 3 hobby horses) but please bring some small scissors to class.

Made in AND: Pop-Up Christmas Shop
2025-11-27 18:00 - 20:00 | North Down Museum, Town Hall, The Castle, Bangor, BT20 4BT, United Kingdom
The Made in AND Christmas Pop-Up Shop returns to the North Down Museum!

Featuring twinkling lights, live music, and craft demonstrations, it’s the perfect evening to start the holiday magic and get a sneak peek of all the beautiful items available. Discover a beautiful selection of handcrafted gifts and artwork made by over 25 talented local artists and crafters.
Whether you’re shopping for a unique present or simply soaking up the seasonal spirit, this is the perfect place to find something special for your loved ones.

'Cakes to Clay' - talk by James Watson
2025-11-27 19:00 - 20:30 | F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio, Banbridge, BT32 3NB, United Kingdom
F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio invite you to a talk by James Stanley Watson, ceramic artist and winner of The Great Pottery Throw Down 2025 on Thursday 27 November 2025.
James Stanley Watson is a Northern Ireland-based ceramic artist known for his expressive, story-rich creations that blend imagination and craftsmanship. After discovering pottery just four years ago, James’ creative journey led him to the nation’s screens as the winner of The Great Pottery Throw Down 2025.
A former cake maker and performer, James brings a deep sense of play, narrative, and human connection to his work. His ceramics often explore themes of memory, transformation, and the joy of making – with his signature ghosts becoming beloved symbols of warmth and whimsy.
Event cost: Members £5, Guests £10, Students £5
Please call the gallery on 028 4062 3322 to book your place. 7pm for tea/coffee, talk starts at 7.30pm

The Tedberry Market
2025-11-28 16:00 - 2025-11-30 18:00 | Down Royal Racecourse, Gravehill Road, Lisburn, BT27 5RW, United Kingdom
Don’t miss this exciting Christmas market, showcasing over 150 handpicked vendors which include craft makers such as Moneyvart Ceramics, Mud Ireland, Blackheath Pottery, Bough and Burr Furniture and Natasha Swan Ceramics to name but a few.

Enjoy the lively atmosphere, get acquainted with local craftsmen and just relax in a pleasant company. Tickets must be bought in advance and are limited.
The opening times are: Friday, 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

General Admission: £8 Includes entry for one adult, access to all vendor areas, and live entertainment.
Child (2-16): £4 Entry for children.
Under 2’s: FREE

Pottery Studio Open Weekend
2025-11-29 10:00 - 2025-11-30 16:00 | Belfast Ceramics Studio, Unit 10E Owen O'Cork Mill, 288 Beersbridge Road, Belfast, Antrim, BT55DX, United Kingdom
The holiday season is on its way – join the Belfast Ceramics Studio for their Christmas Open Studio days! Stop by for a cozy, creative afternoon filled with festive cheer, pottery fun and handmade pieces that make the perfect gift.
Visitors will be able to try their hand at the potter’s wheel, make Christmas decorations while enjoying refreshments, and browse a Pottery Sale by Studio Members.
Free to attend, no need to book.
OPENING TIMES:
Saturday 29th November 10am – 4pm
Sunday 30th November 12noon – 4pm.
