# What's On In Downpatrick This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Downpatrick is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore what to do in Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick

- **Event Name**: Castle Ward Bluebell Walk
  - **Description**: Join our volunteer walk leaders for a guided journey through ancient woodland. 

🪻Ancient Woodland Bluebell Walk
📅2 May 11am
📍Meet at Stable Yard, Castle Ward 

Take time to slow down, explore a richly historic landscape, and connect with nature alongside
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/castle-ward-bluebell-walk/200029979001718
  - **Venue**: Castle Ward National Trust, BT30 7BA Strangford, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: The SuperTrain
  - **Description**: Join the superheroes on board the SuperTrain at Downpatrick on Saturday 2nd May – can your little heroes help save the Hulk?

Advance booking essential.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 12:18 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/the-supertrain/200029839015157
  - **Venue**: Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ
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- **Event Name**: May Bank Holiday Plant Fair at the Glebe
  - **Description**: Celebrate spring with us at the Glebe House Plant Fair, a weekend full of colour, creativity, and homegrown kindness.

This will happen over 3 days, Sat 2nd 11-4pm, Sun 3rd 11-4pm,& Mon 4th 11-4pm May at Glebe House,23 Bishopscourt Road, Kilclief, Str
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/may-bank-holiday-plant-fair-at-the-glebe/200029971436316
  - **Venue**: Glebe House, BT30 7NZ
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  - **Categories**: bank-holiday, art, holiday, workshops, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Legends from Lecale's spectacular coast
  - **Description**: Come join us for a day of mystery and storytelling! Hear tales of old from the enchanting Lecale coast, passed down through generations. Our event will transport you to a world of folklore and legends, where the sea meets the land in a magical dance. Don'
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/legends-from-lecales-spectacular-coast/200029930297519
  - **Venue**: Tollumgrange Road, Downpatrick, BT30 7, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, health-wellness, storytelling
- **Event Name**: NetWalk- 1st May
  - **Description**: Netwalk at Finnebrougue WoodsAbout this EventEvent OverviewNetwalks – Networking with a DifferenceNetwalks are a relaxed and informal way to connect with other business owne
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/netwalk-1st-may/100001987386656990
  - **Venue**: Finnebrogue Woods
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: Big Love a Fleetwood Mac Tribute
  - **Description**: Experience the magic at Murphy's Bar Downpatrick
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downpatrick/big-love-a-fleetwood-mac-tribute/200029935221556
  - **Venue**: Murphy's Bar Downpatrick
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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**: Port Car Scene – 10 Year Anniversary Show & Shine, Drift & Diff Day
  - **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 Weekend events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Castle Ward Bluebell Walk (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Castle Ward National Trust, BT30 7BA Strangford, United Kingdom), The SuperTrain (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ), May Bank Holiday Plant Fair at the Glebe (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Glebe House, BT30 7NZ), Legends from Lecale's spectacular coast (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Tollumgrange Road, Downpatrick, BT30 7, United Kingdom), NetWalk- 1st May (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:30 am at Finnebrogue Woods).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** NetWalk- 1st May (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:30 am at Finnebrogue Woods).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Downpatrick this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Castle Ward Bluebell Walk (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Castle Ward National Trust, BT30 7BA Strangford, United Kingdom), The SuperTrain (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ), May Bank Holiday Plant Fair at the Glebe (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Glebe House, BT30 7NZ), Legends from Lecale's spectacular coast (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Tollumgrange Road, Downpatrick, BT30 7, United Kingdom), Big Love a Fleetwood Mac Tribute (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at Murphy's Bar Downpatrick).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Downpatrick include Castle Ward National Trust, BT30 7BA Strangford, United Kingdom, Downpatrick Railway Station, Market Street, BT30 6LZ, Glebe House, BT30 7NZ.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Downpatrick?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Downpatrick include Castle Ward - National Trust, Downpatrick and County Down Railway, Harmony Community Trust at Glebe House.
- **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 Downpatrick?
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