# 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**: Ostara festival
  - **Description**: The Magnus vikings association presents the Ostara festival! As we come out of our hibernation our village is ready to open again. To kick start the year off we are hosting a one day special event. ⚔️🔥🐣🐰

Come along saturday the 4th April from 12pm to 5pm
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 04 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/ostara-festival/200029792879648
  - **Venue**: Ballydugan Medieval Settlement
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- **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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## Trending Events in Downpatrick

- **Event Name**: Stephen Large – Having It Large
  - **Description**: NI Comedy presents Stephen Large – Having It Large 

Stephen Large is a comedian, comedy writer and Kindle chart-topping author. He’s the brains (or lack thereof) behind the social media sensation The Dundonald Liberation Army. His previous stand-up tour,
  - **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**: The Easter Eggspress
  - **Description**: The Easter Bunny is visiting the Downpatrick & County Down Railway again Easter Sunday and Monday, and his goal is simple: make sure all the children have a great day with their trains and come away with a chocolate Easter Egg.

There’s also a fun wor
  - **Venue**: Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ
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- **Event Name**: Stephen Large – Live Stand-Up | Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre
  - **Description**: NI Comedy presents Stephen Large – Having It Large! Stephen's the brains (or lack thereof) behind the social media sensation The Dundonald Liberation Army. His previous stand-up tour, Sabotage, produced four sold-out Belfast shows. He’s written five stage
  - **Venue**: Down Arts Centre
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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**: Spring Market at Castle Ward
  - **Description**: Embrace the Springtide spirit and come along to our vibrant market filled with local crafts, tasty treats, and family fun!

Join us at Castle Ward National Trust for our exciting Springtide Market on 5 & 6 April. Explore a vibrant array of unique craf
  - **Venue**: Castle Ward National Trust, BT30 7BA Strangford, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: 🐰🌸Hop into Spring!🌸🐰
  - **Description**: 🐰🌸 HOP ON DOWN TO MOUNTPANTHER THIS EASTER! 🌸🐰

We’re BACK for 2026 🎉 and kicking off the season with a jam-packed Easter adventure the whole family will love 💛

🐥🐑 Meet our adorable Easter animals – think fluffy chicks & bouncy lambs (yes, they’re as
  - **Venue**: Mountpanther, 39 Dundrum Rd, Clough, BT30 8SJ 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**: 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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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Ostara festival (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement), Crossgar 10k (Wed Aug 05 2026 at 05:00 pm at Crossgar War Memorial Hall).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Downpatrick today April 04, 2026?
  - **A:** Ostara festival (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Downpatrick this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** Ostara festival (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Downpatrick in April 2026?
  - **A:** Ostara festival (Sat Apr 04 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 Ballydugan Medieval Settlement, Crossgar War Memorial Hall.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Downpatrick include Ballydugan Medieval Settlement, Crossgar Community Association.
- **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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