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Vibrant Scenes as Newry Hosts St Patrick’s Day Parade

Newry city centre was awash with colour and celebration as Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s St Patrick’s Day festivities drew large crowds for a vibrant day of entertainment. The parade and accompanying celebrations brought together a fantastic mix of local schools, community groups, performers and musicians, all adding to the lively atmosphere. From energetic […]

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Newry Arts Festival Gets Underway This Thursday with Plenty of Creative Surprises

This Thursday 19 March marks the beginning of Newry Arts Festival, launching ten days of performances, screenings and creative activities across the city until 29 March. Across the ten-day programme, audiences can enjoy a broad mix of live performances, film, literature and hands-on workshops taking place at venues throughout Newry. Organised by Newry, Mourne and […]

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Community Groups and Schoolchildren Preparing for St Patrick’s Festival Parades

Two community-based arts organisations are playing key roles in preparations for St Patrick’s Day festival parades in Newry and Downpatrick. Down Community Arts and Beat Carnival are supporting the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council events by working with schoolchildren and residents to develop floats and other parade content ahead of the annual 17 March […]

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Newry and Downpatrick Getting Ready to Celebrate St Patrick’s Day 2026

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is getting ready and looking forward to once again delivering a vibrant programme of St Patrick’s Day events in Newry and Downpatrick for residents and visitors of all ages. As the home of St Patrick, the district holds a unique place in Ireland’s cultural story and this year’s programme […]

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Mathers Welcomes Appointment of Contractor for Newry Theatre and Conference Centre

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the appointment of a contractor, Woodvale Construction, for the new Theatre and Conference Centre, describing it as a major and exciting step forward for Newry City. Mr Mathers said the announcement reflects sustained work to secure meaningful investment for the city centre. “This is a really positive moment […]

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Contractor Appointment for Theatre and Conference Centre as Newry City Centre Regeneration Project Enters Delivery Phase

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has marked a major milestone in its ambitious regeneration programme for Newry City with the appointment of a contractor for its new Theatre and Conference Centre. Signalling the start of the delivery phase of the Newry City Centre Programme of works, Woodvale Construction Company will be renovating the historic […]

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Newry Pantomime Celebrates 50 Years of Magic, Laughter, and Community Spirit

This year marks a golden milestone for one of Newry’s most beloved traditions. The Newry Pantomime is celebrating 50 years of bringing joy, laughter and spectacular performances to generations of audiences. Since beginning in 1976, the Newry Pantomime has grown into a cherished cultural event that unites families, friends and community members every festive season. […]

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Kimmins Welcomes Green Light for Newry Music Festival

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the decision by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Economy, Regeneration & Tourism Committee to give the green light to an annual music festival for Newry. Ms Kimmins said: “This is very welcome progress following our Sinn Féin team working with council officials and local events operators to […]

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Harte Welcomes Opening of Newry Christmas Markets and Encourages People to Come Along

Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the opening of the Newry Christmas Market tomorrow, highlighting the social benefits for families and residents, the economic boost for local businesses and traders, and the positive impact the event will have in bringing the city centre to life. Councillor Harte said: “It is fantastic to see initiatives […]

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Extend Belfast Nights Out with Translink’s New Year-Round Late-Night Transport Pilot

Translink is set to light up Belfast’s festive season with the return of its popular late-night bus and train services. Starting Friday 28th November 2025, this year’s initiative marks the start of a significant new year-round bus pilot scheme backed by the NI Executive. Building on the success of previous Christmas initiatives, the extended late-night […]

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Newry TV Company Produces New Daniel O’Donnell Series For TG4

OPRY le DANIEL ar Thuras, TG4 television’s highest rating country music series of concerts, returns with a brand new series on Tuesday 28th October at 9.30pm. The hugely popular series from the Newry-based multi award-winning Big Mountain Productions for TG4, will offer six music filled shows, and a further two compilation programmes running across eight […]

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Spooktacular Fun at Newry Halloween Twilight Market

Get ready for thrills, chills and plenty of family fun this Halloween as Newry Halloween Twilight Market returns on Friday 31 October at the Newry Variety Market, from 5pm to 10pm. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, this frightfully good evening will transform the historic market into a Halloween haven, packed with entertainment, […]