Northern Ireland: DMWS Independent Counselling for Serving Women

 

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Northern Ireland: Blue Light Card Discounts in Northern Ireland

Blue Light Card provides those in the NHS, emergency services, social care sector and armed forces with discounts online and in-store.

Blue Light Card also works with small and large companies across the UK to get involved in supporting the blue light community through offering their members discounts through Blue Light Card.

For more details on what discounts are available and to sign up, click here

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Northern Ireland: Mountpanther Park Halloween Fest - Saturday 11th October - Friday 31st October

 

From picking and carving your perfect pumpkin with the friendly team, to braving the spooky Haunted House, meeting eerie walkabout characters, and winding through a magical Spooky Trail—there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss out on seasonal snacks like pumpkin spice churros and lattes, adorable Halloween crafts for little hands, and our fang-tastic fancy dress competition with amazing prizes. Plus, with stunning photo spots around every corner, it’s the perfect place to make autumn memories.

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: 125th Anniversary of the Irish Guards Beating of The Retreat - Thursday 4th September

 

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Northern Ireland: Celebrating 125 Years of the Irish Guards and RAF Experience in Bangor - Friday 5th - Saturday 6th September

 

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Get ready for two action-packed days filled with excitement, discovery and celebration right in the heart of Bangor.

RAF Experience at Ward Park
Friday 5th & Saturday 6th September
9am – 4.30pm
Ward Park, Bangor

Step inside a real RAF aircraft, challenge your skills with high-energy activities and learn life-saving techniques in hands-on workshops. Curious about a future with the RAF? Chat with the team about careers in engineering, logistics, medical and more!

Enjoy live music from the RAF band and soak up the vibrant atmosphere.

Celebrating 125 Years of the Irish Guards
Saturday 6th September
Parade starts at 3pm | Band performance at 4pm
Parade through Bangor → Performance at Bangor Castle

Honoring the Irish Guards with a ceremonial parade through the city streets, culminating in a public performance by the Band of the Irish Guards. A proud moment following their Freedom of the Borough award in 2022.

For more details, please visit www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/Council-Car-Parks

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Northern Ireland: Harp & Thistle 25 - Thursday 9th October

 

The Amazing Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines Scotland and The Band, Bugles, Pipes and Drums of the Royal Irish Regiment will be back in concert in the Waterfront Hall on 9 October 25!

Get your tickets here:
https://www.waterfront.co.uk/what-s-on/harp-thistle-25/

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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: 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: 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: Department of Education Announce Childcare Subsidy Scheme

 

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: 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: 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: Summer Sunday Music at Antrim castle Gardens and Jordanstown Loughshore Park - Sun 7th Sept

 

This summer for the Summer Sunday Music series at Antrim Castle Gardens, Sixmilewater Park, and Jordanstown Loughshore Park.

Every Sunday from 2pm-4pm, enjoy a variety of music genres, including Jazz, Blues, and more.

Antrim Castle Gardens
7 Sept: Double Trouble

Jordanstown Loughshore Park
7 Sept: Johnston Star Flute Band

More info https://antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/.../connections-(1)/

#ANBorough #SummerSundayMusic #Antrim #Newtownabbey #SummerMusic #LocalMusicians #LiveMusic #LocalBands #LocalMusic

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Northern Ireland: Lost Your CCEA Exam Certificates?

 

Need proof of your GCSE, A level or vocational results but lost your certificate? 

Don’t worry, CCEA can provide a certified statement of results from 1963 to today.

Find out more: http://www.ccea.org.uk/.../obtaining-replacing-and...

#CCEA #ExamResults

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