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Armagh members set to join thousands at major Dungannon parade on August 29

Members from Armagh are expected to join thousands taking part in the Royal Black Institution’s Last Saturday demonstration in Dungannon on August 29, one of five major parades marking the end of Northern Ireland’s parading season.

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Armagh Observatory joins major UNESCO World Heritage bid with historic Irish partners

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium has joined Birr and Dunsink observatories in a formal partnership seeking UNESCO World Heritage status, with a five-year project coordinator role planned to help develop the nomination.

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Belfast Cathedral Quarter craft pop-up turns music into jewellery, ceramics and textiles

A new Craft NI exhibition in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter is bringing together work by 18 artists, including makers from Antrim, Lisburn and Fermanagh, whose pieces explore rhythm, harmony and lyrics.

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Armagh Observatory joins historic Irish bid for global UNESCO heritage status

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is joining two other historic observatories in a formal bid to secure UNESCO World Heritage status, with a five-year project coordinator role planned to drive the nomination process.

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Armagh theatre brings Civil Rights-era love story to the stage this August

“In The Heart Of The Country” will be performed at Armagh’s Market Place Theatre on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 August 2026, following a young couple whose romance unfolds amid political upheaval and Civil Rights protests in rural Tyrone.

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County Armagh performers take their place in Belfast Fleadh highlights as festival draws huge crowds

County Armagh Drum Majors and local dance schools were among the performers featured during Belfast’s first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, a week-long celebration that included more than 200 events and 180 traditional music competitions.

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Win two tickets to any Autumn 2026 show at Market Place Theatre, Armagh

Market Place Theatre in Armagh has launched its September to December 2026 programme, with live music, comedy, drama, family shows and workshops. Armagh I is offering two winners the chance to receive a pair of tickets for a performance of their choice, subject to availability and competition terms.

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Armagh family plans Croagh Patrick climb in memory of beloved Jimmy McCusker

A team of 10 will climb Croagh Patrick on September 12 to raise money for Ward 2 North at Craigavon Area Hospital, where Armagh man Jimmy McCusker spent his final seven months receiving care.

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Julian Lloyd Webber brings intimate Bach, Bows and Arrows performance to Armagh

Julian Lloyd Webber will return to the stage alongside his wife Jiaxin for an afternoon performance at Armagh’s Market Place Theatre on Sunday, August 30, as part of a 12-date tour of Ireland.

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Thousands flock to Armagh City for 7 Hills Blues Fest as weekend music event wraps up

The 7 Hills Blues Fest has ended after thousands of blues fans attended the annual event in Armagh City, according to Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council.

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Belfast Fleadh crowds could reach 800,000 as visitors urged to plan journeys now

Visit Belfast is urging anyone travelling to the city for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to arrive early and allow extra time, with organisers expecting attendance to reach 800,000 over the week.

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Knit + Stitch returns to Northern Ireland with four days of craft workshops and textile art

Knit + Stitch will return to the Eikon Exhibition Centre outside Lisburn from 12 to 15 November 2026, with more than 100 textile craft brands, over 150 workshops, galleries and live demonstrations. Tickets are now on sale.