# What's On In Ballymena This Weekend | May 8-10, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Ballymena is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore what to do in Ballymena this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and event in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore. Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Ballymena

- **Event Name**: Mamma Mia / Portglenone, Ballymena
  - **Description**: 💃 Mamma Mia – The Day Party📍 Wild Duck Inn , Portglenone. Ballymena Saturday May 9th May 6pm
Mamma Mia The Live Experience comes to Portglenone on Saturday 9nd May at 6PM for a spectacular ABBA tribute show packed with iconic hits, live vocals and full cr
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 08:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/mamma-mia-portglenone-ballymena/3600029965938800
  - **Venue**: Wild Duck Inn
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  - **Categories**: Parties, Entertainment, Art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: YOLO Presents Matty Ralph @ ORIGIN
  - **Description**: This guy is making serious moves in the world of dance music!! From ASOT with Armin to Doof in the park & Emerge with Hannah. Not to mention UMF in Miami & EDC Mexico!!! We are absolutely buzzing to have him back with us!! 🙌🙌
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/yolo-presents-matty-ralph-origin/200029967158406
  - **Venue**: 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena
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- **Event Name**: Wildflowers & Woodland Wonders at Straidkilly
  - **Description**: Celebrate spring with a guided walk through Straidkilly Nature Reserve, a hidden woodland gem above Carnlough, with nature reserves officer Ryan Bradley. Wander through hazel and mixed woodland as the forest floor bursts into life with bluebells, lesser c
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/wildflowers-and-woodland-wonders-at-straidkilly/200029967156048
  - **Venue**: Straidkilly Road Carnlough BT44 0LQ
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- **Event Name**: Iconic Violin Solos by Violinist Rebekah Durston
  - **Description**: Join Rebekah Durston BEM, professional violinist and artistic director/founder of Ballymena Chamber Orchestra, for an evening of iconic violin solos! Come along and enjoy a beautiful array of solo violin music to include Bach's Partita No. 3, Beethoven
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/iconic-violin-solos-by-violinist-rebekah-durston/80001596894423
  - **Venue**: The Braid Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art
- **Event Name**: Leaders’ Breakfast with Sam Childers – “The Machine Gun Preacher”
  - **Description**: Join us to hear a powerful story of leadership and transformation — from a life of crime to rescuing children in war zones.About this Eventhttps://vimeo.com/376789788Sam’s story is one of the most powerful modern te
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/leaders’-breakfast-with-sam-childers-the-machine-gun-preacher/100001987824676117
  - **Venue**: Celebration House
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Contests, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Table quiz
  - **Description**: ***SAVE THE DATE***
ONCE AGAIN YOU'RE INVITED TO A GREAT NIGHT AT Ballymena Rugby Club for a table quiz to help raise funds for our kids heading off to Belgium and Coventry.
          Great crack and prizes.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/table-quiz/200029967155646
  - **Venue**: Ballymena Rugby Football Club
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  - **Categories**: contests, sports, kids
- **Event Name**: 400 Years of  Ballymena History Walking Tour - story of the 'Seven Towers'
  - **Description**: Join us on our Ballymena 400th Anniversary Walking Tour to discover the fascinating history behind the 'City of the Seven Towers'About this Event400th Anniversary Ballymena Walking Tour - the story of the
  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/400-years-of-ballymena-history-walking-tour-story-of-the-seven-towers/100001984900220993
  - **Venue**: Harmony Hub, Ballymena, UK
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  - **Price**: GBP 6 to 12
- **Event Name**: CPR & AED Training
  - **Description**: Led by St John's Ambulance - learn how to save a life!
Places are limited - to book, call Mary on 07808 362572
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 9
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballymena/cpr-and-aed-training/200029967155446
  - **Venue**: Rasharkin Community Centre Ltd
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  - **Categories**: workshops

## Trending Events in Ballymena

- **Event Name**: Mamma Mia / Portglenone, Ballymena
  - **Description**: 💃 Mamma Mia – The Day Party📍 Wild Duck Inn , Portglenone. Ballymena Saturday May 9th May 6pm
Mamma Mia The Live Experience comes to Portglenone on Saturday 9nd May at 6PM for a spectacular ABBA tribute show packed with iconic hits, live vocals and full cr
  - **Venue**: Wild Duck Inn
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- **Event Name**: Mid & East Antrim Pride Parade
  - **Description**: MEA Pride 2026: louder, prouder, stronger. Celebrate love, visibility, and community as our MEA community unites once more in Ballymena.About this EventThe MEA Pride Parade 2026 returns to Ballymena on June 20th, bringing
  - **Venue**: Ballymena
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- **Event Name**: Gary Pollock | Bucket List (50% Tickets Sold!)
  - **Description**: Ballymena comedian Gary Pollock brings his debut solo show Bucket List to the Braid Arts Centre. After years of gigging across Northern Ireland, running the popular Kiwi’s Comedy Club in Portrush, and supporting some of the country’s biggest names, Gary s
  - **Venue**: The Braid Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: An Evening with Celtic Legends at Tullyglass House Hotel, Ballymena
  - **Description**: Join John Hartson and Jackie McNamara for an unforgettable night of football, nostalgia, and legendary banter!

A night no hoops fan should miss. ☘️ 

Friday 19th June 2026
Tullyglass House Hotel, Ballymena

Exclusive VIP Meet & Greet Opportunity - A
  - **Venue**: Tullyglass House Hotel
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- **Event Name**: YOLO Presents Matty Ralph @ ORIGIN
  - **Description**: This guy is making serious moves in the world of dance music!! From ASOT with Armin to Doof in the park & Emerge with Hannah. Not to mention UMF in Miami & EDC Mexico!!! We are absolutely buzzing to have him back with us!! 🙌🙌
  - **Venue**: 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena
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- **Event Name**: ReStyled at Tower Centre
  - **Description**: Get ready to refresh your wardrobe at ReStyle! This is your chance to rent 1x6ft table (provided by centre) to sell your preloved fashionAbout this Event━━━ ✨ ReStyled at Tower Centre ✨━━
  - **Venue**: Tower Centre
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- **Event Name**: Castle Goes Country | Luke Combs Tribute & Local Country Favourites
  - **Description**: Dust off your boots for an unforgettable country music party with live music from Luke Combs tribute, BBQ, summer vibes & moreAbout this EventFeaturing a Luke Combs Tribute, Amber Beckinsale & local countr
  - **Venue**: Castle Kitchen + Bar
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- **Event Name**: Embrace Summer Ball (20s & 30s) // Galgorm Resort & Spa
  - **Description**: EMBRACE SUMMER BALL

The Annual Embrace Summer Ball returns to Galgorm Resort & Spa for the fifth year running on Friday 3rd July 2026!
Your night will include;

✔️Shloer Reception
✔️Three Course Meal
✔️Photo Booth
✔️Entertainment

TICKET PRICE: TBC
T
  - **Venue**: Galgorm Resort
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- **Event Name**: Clarke Charity Car Show in support of Alzheimer's Society
  - **Description**: Cruise on over to the annual Clarke Charity Car Show, all in support of  a great cause !About this EventJoin Us at the Clarke Charity Car Show!The annual Clarke Charity Car Show is back and this
  - **Venue**: Clarke
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Mamma Mia / Portglenone, Ballymena (Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm at Wild Duck Inn), YOLO Presents Matty Ralph @ ORIGIN (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm at 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena), Wildflowers & Woodland Wonders at Straidkilly (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am at Straidkilly Road Carnlough BT44 0LQ), Iconic Violin Solos by Violinist Rebekah Durston (Sat May 09 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Braid Theatre), Leaders’ Breakfast with Sam Childers – “The Machine Gun Preacher” (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:30 am at Celebration House).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Leaders’ Breakfast with Sam Childers – “The Machine Gun Preacher” (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:30 am at Celebration House).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ballymena this weekend May 8–10, 2026?
  - **A:** Mamma Mia / Portglenone, Ballymena (Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm at Wild Duck Inn), YOLO Presents Matty Ralph @ ORIGIN (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm at 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena), Wildflowers & Woodland Wonders at Straidkilly (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am at Straidkilly Road Carnlough BT44 0LQ), Iconic Violin Solos by Violinist Rebekah Durston (Sat May 09 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Braid Theatre), Leaders’ Breakfast with Sam Childers – “The Machine Gun Preacher” (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:30 am at Celebration House).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ballymena in May 2026?
  - **A:** Mamma Mia / Portglenone, Ballymena (Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm at Wild Duck Inn), YOLO Presents Matty Ralph @ ORIGIN (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm at 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena), Wildflowers & Woodland Wonders at Straidkilly (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am at Straidkilly Road Carnlough BT44 0LQ), Iconic Violin Solos by Violinist Rebekah Durston (Sat May 09 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Braid Theatre), Leaders’ Breakfast with Sam Childers – “The Machine Gun Preacher” (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:30 am at Celebration House).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Ballymena on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Ballymena include Wild Duck Inn, 74-76 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena, Straidkilly Road Carnlough BT44 0LQ.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Ballymena range from GBP 6 to GBP 12. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Ballymena include The Pulse Hub, ORIGIN Nightclub Ballymena, Ulster Wildlife.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Ballymena?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Ballymena.

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