# Festivals in Downpatrick | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Downpatrick. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
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## Festivals Events in Downpatrick

- **Event Name**: Crossgar 10k
  - **Description**: � CROSSGAR 10K – ENTRIES NOW OPEN

The Crossgar Summer Festival Road Race returns on Wednesday 5th August 2026, bringing runners from across the area together for a brilliant evening of racing and community spirit.

Hosted by Crossgar Community Associatio
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  - **Date**: Wed Aug 05 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/crossgar-10k/200029787848458
  - **Venue**: Crossgar War Memorial Hall
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- **Event Name**: Killyleagh Show 2026
  - **Description**: Killyleagh Show 2026
We are delighted to announce that Killyleagh Show will be held on 27th June 2026 for another year of great competition and hopefully better weather🤞
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 27 2026 at 09:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/killyleagh-show-2026/200029900242909
  - **Venue**: 32-34 Ringdufferin Road, Toye, Killyleagh, Killyleagh
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- **Event Name**: Spring time festival
  - **Description**: The Ballydugan Medieval Settlement is happy to announce that we will be opening the gates of our village again for the year on the 25th April from 12pm to 5pm. A one day special springtime festival. This is following up on the cancellation of our ostara e
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/spring-time-festival/200029948415700
  - **Venue**: Ballydugan Medieval Settlement
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## Trending Events in Downpatrick

- **Event Name**: Tim McGarry - The Height of Nonsense
  - **Description**: Tim McGarry is back on the road with his brand new solo stand up show The Height of Nonsense. Following the huge success of his Ridiculous tour, Tim has now reached a stage in life where he couldn’t give a f…flying monkeys.

Concerned about the state of t
  - **Venue**: 2-6 Irish Street , BT30 6BP Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Beyond the Wall Sprint Triathlon 2026
  - **Description**: We’re delighted to confirm the return of the Beyond the Wall Sprint Triathlon on Saturday 13th June 2026, at Castle Ward. 

The event was shortlisted by Triathlon Ireland for Event of the Year 2025 and is proudly part of the National Series again this yea
  - **Venue**: Castle Ward - National Trust
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- **Event Name**: Old School Diff, Drift, Show & Shine
  - **Description**: Port Car Scene, alongside Bishopscourt Diff & Drift, proudly presents our 10 Year Anniversary Old School Show & Shine, Diff & Drift Meet at Bishopscourt – Northern Ireland’s home of drifting.

📍 Location: Bishopscourt, 77b Ardglass Road, Downp
  - **Venue**: Bishopscourt Diff and Drift
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- **Event Name**: PADDY MCDONNELL - GOUT’S OUT
  - **Description**: NI Comedy present
PADDY MCDONNELL - GOUT’S OUT


Belfast comedian Paddy McDonnell has built a strong reputation across the UK and Ireland turning everyday observations into hilarious anecdotes. 
In his hilarious new show, Paddy talks about getting older
  - **Venue**: 2-6 Irish Street , BT30 6BP Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Grainne Duffy
  - **Description**: Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist Gráinne Loucia Duffy was born 1983, in Castleblayney, County Monaghan, Ireland. The youngest of seven children, friends and family recall Gráinne having initially “found her voice” at the age of nine, when the school
  - **Venue**: 2-6 Irish Street , BT30 6BP Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: The Coast Half Marathon & 10K
  - **Description**: The Coast Half Marathon & 10K delivers epic views, fast miles, and serious coastal vibes. Lace up, show up, and be part of the run everyone was talking about last year.
  - **Venue**: Killough, Co. Down
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- **Event Name**: Annual Formal
  - **Description**: ✨ Annual Formal 2026 ✨

We’re excited to share details of our Annual Formal for adults with a learning disability – now in its 23rd year! 💃🕺

This is always such a special night, bringing everyone together for music, dancing and lots of fun. We’re proud t
  - **Venue**: 2 CUMULUS HEIGHTS, BALLYVANGE, BT30 6WT Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: The Jurassic Express
  - **Description**: Dare you experience the dangers and excitement of the Jurassic Express?

Get out the safari suit and dust off your pith helmet – it’s dinosaur time! Join our heritage diesel train for a trip to a mystery destination* to enjoy the country’s original and be
  - **Venue**: Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ
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- **Event Name**: Burke and Hare
  - **Description**: Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen

This Halloween, dark historian Andrew Johnston of Alternative Ulstours brings his 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe sell-out talk about William Burke and William Hare to Down Arts Centre on Friday 30
  - **Venue**: 2-6 Irish Street , BT30 6BP Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Crossgar 10k (Wed Aug 05 2026 at 05:00 pm at Crossgar War Memorial Hall), Killyleagh Show 2026 (Sat Jun 27 2026 at 09:00 am at 32-34 Ringdufferin Road, Toye, Killyleagh, Killyleagh), Spring time festival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Downpatrick this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** Spring time festival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Downpatrick in April 2026?
  - **A:** Spring time festival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Downpatrick on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **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 Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Downpatrick include Crossgar War Memorial Hall, 32-34 Ringdufferin Road, Toye, Killyleagh, Killyleagh, Ballydugan Medieval Settlement.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Downpatrick include Crossgar Community Association, Killyleagh Show, Ballydugan Medieval Settlement.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Downpatrick.

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