East Border Region

East Border Region

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Breathtaking vistas, outstanding heritage and culture plus a plethora of activities to set your pulse racing

Mount Stewart Gardens, County Down

What about historical houses and gardens?

If you adore a gentle walk through manicured gardens with flowers that bloom in all the colours of the rainbow, then you’ll adore the heritage homes and gardens in this region.

Patrick Kavanagh Statue, County Monaghan

What’s happening in the region?

This beautiful area boasts an eclectic mix of events and festivals throughout the year, but the last few months of the year warms the heart and soul with the huge variety of events to choose from.

Magical Mourne Mountains

Will lovers of the great outdoors be happy?

The splendid vistas of this region have to be seen to be believed. With wide waterways, imposing mountain slopes, glorious golf courses and beaches stretching as far as the eye can see, what more could you ask for?

The Rural and Literaty Resource Centre in County Monaghan

Enthralling heritage and culture

Some of the world’s greatest writers have been inspired to pen masterpieces thanks to the breathtaking landscape of this region…

What's on in the East Border Region

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The 'GAS' Challenge (The Gathering Adventure Splash)

20 Jul 2013 - 21 Jul 2013

The 'GAS' Challenge will see participants undertaking five challenges over two days. The event starts on Saturday at 9am with a...

Fiddler's Green International Festival

21 Jul 2013 - 29 Jul 2013

Based in the scenic village of Rostrevor, preparations for the 26th festival are well in hand. There will be free outdoor ceilis,...

World Youth Fly Fishing Championship

24 Jul 2013 - 27 Jul 2013

The Trout Anglers Federation of Ireland (TAFI) is to host the 12th World Youth Fly Fishing Championships. Teams from as far away...

World Youth Fly Fishing Championship

24 Jul 2013 - 27 Jul 2013

The Trout Anglers Federation of Ireland (TAFI) is to host the 12th World Youth Fly Fishing Championships. Teams from as far away...

An Post Meath Heritage Cycle Tour 2013

27 Jul 2013 - 28 Jul 2013

The An Post Meath Heritage Cycle Tour 2013 includes an 11km Family Spin on Saturday & on Sunday a 50km Tara Loop, 100km Royal Tour...

Family Fun Sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre

27 Jul 2013 - 27 Jul 2013

Half day family fun sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre run from 10am to 1pm or 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Why not try a gentle canoe paddle...

Michael Fearon / Kevin Marron 5K Road Race

02 Aug 2013 - 02 Aug 2013

This is a memorial race, organised by Glenmore AC in Carlingford, for a former member of the club Michael Fearon who died, and...

Le Cheile Arts and Music Festival Gathering Night

02 Aug 2013 - 02 Aug 2013

The Gathering Night with KÍLA - Fri 2nd Aug Located in Oldcastle, Co Meath, the Le Chéile Arts & Music Festival welcome you to its...

All Ireland Poc Fada Championships Finals

03 Aug 2013 - 03 Aug 2013

All Ireland Poc Fada Championships 2013 are unique in the GAA and Camogie Association's calendars - they are the only national...

Grey Point Fort Living History Day

03 Aug 2013 - 03 Aug 2013

Why not join the Northern Ireland Environment Agency and Friends of Grey Point Fort on Saturday 3rd August 2013 for a really...

Maiden of Mournes International Festival

04 Aug 2013 - 12 Aug 2013

Attracting tens of thousands of visitors, the annual seven day Maiden of the Mournes Festival is South Down's best loved community...

Castleblayney Show 2013

05 Aug 2013 - 05 Aug 2013

Castleblayney Show will celebrate its 58th birthday in 2013. This is a one day show for all the family to enjoy and there will...

Carlingford Oyster Festival

08 Aug 2013 - 11 Aug 2013

The Carlingford Oyster Festival is a four day fun-filled festival for the whole family. The programme begins with its opening...

The Shaman’s Journey

09 Aug 2013 - 11 Aug 2013

On this introductory course we will be using traditional shamanic techniques from around the world to explore the exciting and...

Festival of Flight - Newcastle

10 Aug 2013 - 11 Aug 2013

Down District Council is delighted to announce that the forthcoming Festival of Flight on Saturday 10 August in Newcastle will be...

Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival

11 Aug 2013 - 11 Aug 2013

The Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival is a celebration of horse and steam power surrounded by vintage displays, trading stalls,...

Da Cooley Thriller XC Mountain Bike Marathon

17 Aug 2013 - 17 Aug 2013

The 'Da Cooley Thriller' Mountain Bike XC Marathon boasts an epic route designed and endorsed by some of the top local riders, and...

Thomas D'Arcy McGee Summer School

19 Aug 2013 - 24 Aug 2013

The Summer School is for anyone who has an interest in history and would like to learn more about a local Carlingford historical...

Bellewstown Racing Festival

21 Aug 2013 - 22 Aug 2013

Come to the Bellewstown Racing Festival for racing and fun on the Hill of Crockafotha since 1726. All the thrill of horse racing,...

Family Fun Sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre

31 Aug 2013 - 31 Aug 2013

Half day family fun sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre run from 10am to 1pm or 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Why not try a gentle canoe paddle...

Laytown Strand Races

03 Sep 2013 - 03 Sep 2013

The annual Laytown Strand Races take place on the beach between Laytown & Bettystown in Co. Meath. The races are unique, not least...

Hillsborough International Oyster Festival

05 Sep 2013 - 09 Sep 2013

The world-renowned festival takes place each year in the historic, picturesque Georgian village of Hillsborough, attracting...

Monaghan Rhythm and Blues Festival - Harvest Time Blues

06 Sep 2013 - 08 Sep 2013

Monaghan Rhythm & Blues Festival, one of Europe's best blues festivals, is found in this great, wee town of Monaghan. Come along...

Irish Bog Snorkelling Championships

13 Sep 2013 - 15 Sep 2013

The 2013 Irish Bog Snorkelling Championships challenges participants to swim a 120 metre strip of bog using snorkel and flipper...

Bangor 400 An Odyssey

14 Sep 2013 - 16 Sep 2013

A musical journey over two nights, featuring live entertainment from Otis & The Elevators, Swingabella and King Pleasure and the...

Clones Canal Festival Cycle Run

14 Sep 2013 - 14 Sep 2013

Clones Cycling Club is holding a 100km and 40km sportive in support of the Canal Festival over two routes, the 100km will include...

Tara Festival of the High Kings

14 Sep 2013 - 14 Sep 2013

You are invited to relive all the excitement, drama, colour and majesty of a crowning of a High King of Ireland at the Tara...

Spirit of Folk Festival

20 Sep 2013 - 22 Sep 2013

Spirit of Folk is a 3-day, family friendly festival running this September in the stunning grounds of Dunderry Park, Co. Meath....

Aspects Literature Festival

25 Sep 2013 - 30 Sep 2013

As part of Aspects Literature Festival 2013, Bangor 400 will be reflected in an event which highlights writing through the years...

Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival

26 Sep 2013 - 29 Sep 2013

Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival is a music, food & craft family festival in Meath. There are food markets & cookery demonstrations,...

Annual Patrick Kavanagh Weekend

27 Sep 2013 - 29 Sep 2013

The 2013 Kavanagh Weekend promises to be one of the most interesting and thought provoking yet, featuring an array of literary...

Family Fun Sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre

28 Sep 2013 - 28 Sep 2013

Half day family fun sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Centre run from 10am to 1pm or 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Why not try a gentle canoe paddle...

Taste of Monaghan Festival of Food

03 Oct 2013 - 06 Oct 2013

The 5th Taste of Monaghan Festival will be a joyful and inclusive community event. The programme includes showcases of local...

Spirits of Meath Halloween Festival

19 Oct 2013 - 03 Nov 2013

Samhain, the ancient Celtic Festival that we now call Halloween originated in County Meath, part of the Boyne Valley, more than...

Irish Baroque Orchestra at the Ardee Baroque Festival

15 Nov 2013 - 17 Nov 2013

The Ardee Baroque Festival is an annual feature in the Irish Baroque Orchestra's calendar. Each year the IBO takes up residence in...

Dundalk Festival of Light & Culture

22 Nov 2013 - 24 Nov 2013

Dundalk Festival of Light and Culture is an event of light, music and culture involving schools, community groups and businesses...

The Shaman’s Journey

29 Nov 2013 - 01 Dec 2013

On this introductory course we will be using traditional shamanic techniques from around the world to explore the exciting and...

The Fairyhouse Premier Jump Racing Festival

30 Nov 2013 - 01 Dec 2013

Fairyhouse re-named this festival,' the Premier Jumps Weekend' and that it is, with three serious Grade 1 races on the card and...

Winter Solstice

21 Dec 2013 - 21 Dec 2013

Winter Solstice at Bru na Boinne 21st December 2012

 

 

 

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