Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, September Showings

 

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Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.

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Northern Ireland: Ulster Aviation Society Open Day as part of European Heritage Open Days - Sat 13th & Sun 14th Sept

 

FREE ENTRY WEEKEND to the Hangars during European Heritage Open Days —— 13th-14th SEPT. NO Ticket Required

Sit in the aircraft (many of which will be outside, weather-permitting), explore the hangars and see what Ulster Aviation Society do.

Details: https://www.ulsteraviationsociety.org/events
#EHODNI #EHOD2025 #ulsteraviation #wherehistoryhaswings #LoveHeritageNI #DiscoverNI
— at Ulster Aviation Society.

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Northern Ireland: Derry Halloween - October 28th - October 31st

 

For four unforgettable nights in October, the ancient Walled City is transformed into Halloween HQ.

Join ghosts, banshees and mystical Celtic creatures as they come out to play on our 400-year-old walls. Marvel at stunning light shows, acrobats and circus performers. Feel the warmth of the Derry welcome and dance alongside thousands of costumed revellers, under a sky filled with fireworks.

Click here for more details

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Northern Ireland: Part-Time Enrolment Evening at SERC - 28th August

Enrolment Evening at South Eastern Regional College (SERC)

Part-Time Courses
28 August 4pm-7pm
Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn & Newtownards

For more details, please click here https://ow.ly/av8C50WA0n5

If you’re looking to get back into education, to get on the job ladder, to progress your career or to retrain, this is the event for you.

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Northern Ireland: 1st Northern Ireland Army Cadets , Aldergrove Detachment are looking for new recruits

Army Cadet Force Aldergrove Detachment

The 1st (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force are looking for new recruits at Aldergrove Detachment.

Parades are 1900-2100 on Thursday evenings.

Must be 12 years and over to register


For anyone interested in joining please contact Andrea at: 07551 435854

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Northern Ireland: Veterans Surgery - Thursday 28th August

 

Are you a veteran with questions about your pension, war pensions, legacy pension, or benefits? Need help with a benefits check or have other queries?

Date: 28th August 2025
Time: 13:00hrs – 16:00hrs
Location: Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan

This event is facilitated by Veterans Support Northern Ireland and is open to all veterans seeking advice or assistance. Their team will be on hand to help with:

Pension queries
War pensions
Legacy pension issues
Benefits checks
Any other questions you may have

No appointment necessary—just drop in
Your service matters. Let us help you get the support you deserve.

For more information, contact AA Veterans Support.

AAVS - Northern Ireland Armed Forces Pathway Navigator Ancre Somme Association Charity NI Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner RBL Lurgan and Brownlow Branch Lavelle McIlwrath

#Veteran #Support ##NorthernIreland #Pension #Benefits #WarPensions #Help

Ancre Somme Association
Registered Charity NIC108368

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Northern Ireland: Belfast Maritime Festival - Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th September

 

All aboard for Belfast Maritime Festival - returning to the city's quaysides on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September
The popular festival returns, from 11am-6pm each day, to celebrate the city's maritime heritage and spirit of innovation with free entertainment and activities for all ages.
A packed line-up awaits, from Donegall Quay to HMS Caroline, with support from our partners Maritime Mile, together with Discover Northern Ireland, Belfast Harbour, Communities NI, Titanic Quarter, Titanic Belfast, Odyssey Trust and Visit Belfast

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Northern Ireland: Oktoberfest Belfast - Thursday 25th September - Saturday 25th October

 

Oktoberfest Belfast 2025 Dates

Thursday 25th September
Friday 26th September
Saturday 27th September

Thursday 2nd October
Friday 3rd October
Saturday 4th October

Thursday 9th October
Friday 10th October
Saturday 11th October

Thursday 16th October
Friday 17th October
Saturday 18th October

Thursday 23rd October
Friday 24th October
Saturday 25th October

#BelfastCityCentre
#funthingstodoinbelfast #whatsonbelfast #thingstodoinbelfast #belfastevevents #northernirelandevents #eventsnortherniteland #belfastevents #eventsbelfast #BelfastWhatsOn #nightoutbelfast #belfastnightout
#BelfastStudent

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Northern Ireland: South Easter Regional College (SERC) Open Day - Throughout August

SERC (Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn and Newtownards Campus) enrolment days are set to take place on 17-18 Aug 25 for post ‘A Level’ Higher Education Courses and 24-25 Aug 25 for post ‘GCSE’ Further Education Courses

For further details on SERC Higher and Further Education Courses, and to access the registration/enrolment portal go to https://www.serc.ac.uk/enrolmenthub

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Department of Education Announce Childcare Subsidy Scheme from 1st September

 

From 1st September 2025, the scheme will be extended to include school age children up to age 11, allowing eligible working parents to receive the 15% subsidy on qualifying costs.

For further details on the scheme and to access the registration portal click here

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Northern Ireland: Belfast International Tattoo - 5th & 6th September

 

Join in at the SSE Arena, Belfast, for a spectacular showcase of music, precision, and tradition as we bring together world-class performers from across the globe. 

The Belfast International Tattoo 2025 promises an unforgettable celebration of military music, dance, and cultural heritage like never before.

For more information and to book tickets, please click here

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Northern Ireland: From Basra to Helmand Veterans Event - Thursday 25th September

 

Calling All Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans

Following the success of last year’s From Basra to Helmand event, the Northern Ireland Veteran Commissioner’s Office is proud to announce another bespoke gathering specifically for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan campaigns.

This event aims to bring together like-minded veterans from this era, many of whom are hard to reach or may feel underrepresented in the wider veteran community.

Location: Belfast City Hall
Date: Thursday, 25th September
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start
Register here: https://www.nivco.co.uk/op-telic-and-op-herrick/

Spaces are limited to 100 veterans due to venue capacity. Once full, additional registrations will be placed on a reserve list in case spots become available.

We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a meaningful evening of connection, conversation, and shared memories.

Questions?
Email: commissioner@nivco.co.uk
Call/Text: 07971 833160

#VeteransNI #FromBasraToHelmand #IraqAfghanVeterans #NIVCO #VeteranSupport

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Northern Ireland: 80th VJ Day Celebrations - Saturday 16th August

 

VJ 80 Day Celebrations – Ballymena

Join in at the Services Club Ballymena on Saturday 16th August 2025 as they come together to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day with a full day of remembrance, history, and community spirit.

Tickets just £3 – book now at bookings@servicesclubballymena.com.

#VJ80 #Ballymena #Veterans #LestWeForget #Community #MilitaryHistory

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Northern Ireland: Ulster Branch Irish Guards Association Charity Golf Day - Friday 5th September

 

CHARITY GOLF DAY – FRIDAY 5th SEPTEMBER 2025
The Ulster Branch of the Irish Guards Association is proud to host a Charity Golf Day at Edenmoor Golf Club on Friday, 5th September 2025.

In support of:
Air Ambulance NI
Army Benevolent Fund
Irish Guards Charity

In the evening, enjoy the stirring spectacle of a Beating of Retreat featuring:
The Frontier Pipes and Drums
The Regimental Band of Pipes and Drums of the Irish Guards

For more information or to register, please contact Frank McCracken:
07746 530313 or ulsterbranchiga@gmail.com

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Northern Ireland: Belfast MELA: 16th August - 24th August

Beginning with Belfast MELA Carnival on Saturday 16th August and finishing with MELA Day on Sunday 24th August, Belfast MELA is a week long cultural festival experience for all.
For more details please click here

Northern Ireland: NI4Kids Magazine - August Edition Out Now

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

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Northern Ireland: VJ Day 80th Celebration - Friday 15th August

 

VJ Day – 80th Anniversary Commemoration Concert

Friday 15th August 2025 at The Braid Theatre, Ballymena from 7:30pm to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Japan Day with an unforgettable evening of music, stories, and remembrance – all in aid of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal supporting NI Chest Heart & Stroke and the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice.

Tickets: £10 – available now from:
The Braid Box Office
028 2563 5077
www.thebraid.ticketsolve.com

#VJ80 #Ballymena #LestWeForget #CharityEvent #MayorCharityAppeal #Community

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Northern Ireland: UDR Benevolent Fund Therapeutic Activities

 

Take Part In Therapeutic Equine Activities

Working alongside our delivery partner @Brooke House in Fermanagh, UDR Benevolent Fund offer their veterans and their families a range of therapeutic activities including a fantastic and unique opportunity to take part in equine activities.

Participants are able to interact with former racehorses, a rescued gypsy cob, a retired top-level show jumper and two wonderful ponies!

By creating special bonds with the horses, the equine assisted learning activities has helped our veterans improve their mental and physical health.

To find out more Call: 07720677838 or Email: udrbenfund@outlook.com

*Proof of service required

#UDRBenFund #KeepTheBenFundNumber

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Northern Ireland: RAF Bangor Town Show - 5th-6th September

 

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RAF are visiting places across England, Scotland, Wales and N Ireland to highlight careers in the Royal Air Force. 

Visit the RAF military village for a hands-on experience; take part in demonstrations, speaking with RAF personnel and complete challenges to unlock your potential.

Click here for more details or scan the QR code on the poster.

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Northern Ireland: Female Veterans Transformation Programme 'Bet Know More' Online Training - Wednesday 3rd September

 

Supporting Veterans? Learn About Gambling Harms.

Female Veterans Transformation Programme are partnering with Betknowmore uk to offer free online training on gambling harms for those in the Armed Forces community.

Betknowmore UK are proudly part of the Armed Forces Gambling Support Network (AFGSN).

Wednesday 3rd September
1300-1430
Online (via Teams)

Veterans are 10x more likely to experience gambling harms — affecting families, finances, and mental health. This training is designed to raise awareness, reduce risk, and build understanding.

For anyone in the armed forces community
Learn how gambling harms impact our people
Discover ways to support those affected

Sign up now via this link: https://forms.office.com/e/4BMmex6Lfv

If you can't make this session but don't want to miss out, take a look at this link to arrange your own: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/.../training.../armed-forces

#FemaleVeterans #WomenVeterans #VeteransSupport #GamblingAwareness #AFGSN #ArmedForcesGamblingSupportNetwork #MentalHealth #BetknowmoreUK

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