# Live Music in Newtownards 2026 | Gigs, Bands & Concerts

- **Subtitle**: Discover live music in Newtownards. Book tickets for gigs, band performances, jazz nights and live concerts happening across the city. Find your next show today.
- **Category**: Live Music
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For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in [CITY]. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in [CITY].
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## Live Music Events in Newtownards

- **Event Name**: Ards International Guitar Festival 2026 | 30th Anniversary
  - **Description**: The Ards International Guitar Festival is back with a bang in April 2026 celebrating 30 years of guitar inspired gigs and free fringe events!

Expect a jam-packed line-up of blues, folk, rock, bluegrass and classical and contemporary music for guitar afic
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 15 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/ards-international-guitar-festival-2026-|-30th-anniversary/200029642791511
  - **Venue**: Ards Arts Centre, BT23 4NP Newtownards, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Little Folk-On The Road @ Queen’s Hall, Newtownards
  - **Description**: Calling all your rock toddlers, little boppers and cool kids!

Kyle is back with his wildly popular family concert for young children. ‘Little Folk – On the Road’ is perfectly suited for 2-7yr olds and their adults. It’s a foot stomping, hand clapping, an
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/little-folk-on-the-road-queen’s-hall-newtownards/200029642792116
  - **Venue**: Queens Hall
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  - **Categories**: kids, entertainment, concerts, performances, music, live-music
- **Event Name**: SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute live @ Air Ambulance NI Fundraiser Parkway Comber Co Down
  - **Description**: Boasting the only one-hundred percent American ‘Bruce’ in the UK and Europe, SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute brings the passion and energy of Bruce Springsteen’s classic hits to life. ��Based in Ireland, SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute features seven top Irish session mu
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/springsteen-a-tribute-live-air-ambulance-ni-fundraiser-parkway-comber-co-down/200029470513839
  - **Venue**: Parkway Comber
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  - **Categories**: music, nonprofit, entertainment
- **Event Name**: SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute live @ Portico of Arts
  - **Description**: Calling all die-hard Springsteen fans!

Get ready to ROCK with Europe’s Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Experience!

Experience the energy, passion and the timeless classics of The Boss himself, brought to life by Europe’s most electrifying tribute ban
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 27 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat Jun 27 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/springsteen-a-tribute-live-portico-of-arts/200029849260844
  - **Venue**: The Portico of Ards
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- **Event Name**: The Frank Carbery Blues Band at The Ivy Bar, Newtownards.
  - **Description**: The Frank Carbery Blues Band return to the Ards International Guitar Festival for the second year to bring their celebration of Chicago Blues to The Ivy Bar. Songs by legendary artists such as Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, B.B.King, Buddy Guy and many others
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/the-frank-carbery-blues-band-at-the-ivy-bar-newtownards/200029642793636
  - **Venue**: The Ivy Bar
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, art
- **Event Name**: Bangor Event
  - **Description**: Live Music with TBC and Raffle
No booking required
£12 per van per night 
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 01:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/bangor-event/200029517669013
  - **Venue**: Bangor Integrated Primary School, 6 Castle Park Road, Bangor, BT20 4TF
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Newtownards Event
  - **Description**: Live Music with Joe Mac and Raffle
No booking required
£12 per van per night 
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newtownards/newtownards-event/200029568645421
  - **Venue**: Regent House School, Circular Road, Newtownards, BT23 4QA
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## Trending Events in Newtownards

- **Event Name**: All American Weekend - Northern Ireland
  - **Description**: We are very excited to expand on previous years to include a stage with music from Sam Johnstone and Country Superstars to include Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and 3 other Country Stars. 
2 Monster Trucks offering rides - including Europes only Race Spec ri
  - **Venue**: Ulster Flying Club
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- **Event Name**: Stephen Large - Live Stand-Up | Bangor, The Court House
  - **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**: The Court House Bangor
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- **Event Name**: Pokémon TCG - Mega Evolution Chaos Rising #3 *LIMITED SPOTS*
  - **Description**: Welcome to Scarlet & Violet Mega Evolution Chaos Rising. This set is going to be a big one and we can confirm that there have been heavy allocations on stock from the distributors. 
For this pre-release we have a total of 70 spots available over both
  - **Venue**: Replay Games
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- **Event Name**: Ards International Guitar Festival 2026 | 30th Anniversary
  - **Description**: The Ards International Guitar Festival is back with a bang in April 2026 celebrating 30 years of guitar inspired gigs and free fringe events!

Expect a jam-packed line-up of blues, folk, rock, bluegrass and classical and contemporary music for guitar afic
  - **Venue**: Ards Arts Centre, BT23 4NP Newtownards, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Pet Nose Day 2026
  - **Description**: The award-winning event returns. Come along with your four legged friend and enter County Down's cutest Dog Show and more. Meet local animal charities and learn about their valuable work.

Come along with your four legged friend and enter County Down's cu
  - **Venue**: Portaferry Road, BT22 2AD Newtownards, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Ballysallagh Charity Classic Motocross
  - **Description**: Year 8 of the fantastic Classic Motocross Charity Event! Hosted by the NI Classic Scrambles Club, this event is growing year on year. Having raised over £135,000 from the last 7 years we are very much looking forward to building on this! This year our cho
  - **Venue**: Ballysallagh Road, Bangor BT19 1UT
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- **Event Name**: Pokémon TCG - Mega Evolution Chaos Rising #1 *LIMITED SPOTS*
  - **Description**: Welcome to Scarlet & Violet Mega Evolution Chaos Rising. This set is going to be a big one and we can confirm that there have been heavy allocations on stock from the distributors. 
For this pre-release we have a total of 70 spots available over both
  - **Venue**: Replay Games
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- **Event Name**: Seshioke® Grease v Dirty Dancing / Bangor (NI)
  - **Description**: SESHiOKE! presents GREASE vs DIRTY DANCING
Get ready to sing it loud, dance it hard, and relive two of the most iconic soundtracks of all time.
From “Summer Nights” and “You’re The One That I Want” to “Greased Lightnin’,” then straight into “(I’ve Had) Th
  - **Venue**: The Grand Social
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- **Event Name**: City Church Bangor Model Railway Club Exhibition
  - **Description**: The City Church Bangor Model Railway Club once again host their popular exhibition much welcomed back for 2026 at First Bangor Presbyterian Church. Visitors can enjoy a large and varied timetable of displays including, static aircraft, farming models, mod
  - **Venue**: Main Street, Bangor, BT20 4, United Kingdom
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **A:** Ards International Guitar Festival 2026 | 30th Anniversary (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 08:00 pm at Ards Arts Centre, BT23 4NP Newtownards, United Kingdom), Little Folk-On The Road @ Queen’s Hall, Newtownards (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am at Queens Hall), SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute live @ Air Ambulance NI Fundraiser Parkway Comber Co Down (Sat Jun 13 2026 at 09:00 pm at Parkway Comber), SPRINGSTEEN - A Tribute live @ Portico of Arts (Sat Jun 27 2026 at 07:00 am at The Portico of Ards), The Frank Carbery Blues Band at The Ivy Bar, Newtownards. (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Ivy Bar).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Newtownards this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** The Frank Carbery Blues Band at The Ivy Bar, Newtownards. (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Ivy Bar).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Newtownards in April 2026?
  - **A:** Ards International Guitar Festival 2026 | 30th Anniversary (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 08:00 pm at Ards Arts Centre, BT23 4NP Newtownards, United Kingdom), Little Folk-On The Road @ Queen’s Hall, Newtownards (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am at Queens Hall), The Frank Carbery Blues Band at The Ivy Bar, Newtownards. (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Ivy Bar).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Newtownards on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **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 Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Newtownards include Ards Arts Centre, BT23 4NP Newtownards, United Kingdom, Queens Hall, Parkway Comber.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Newtownards include Ards International Guitar Festival, Little Folk- Music for Babies, Toddlers & Young Children, Springsteen.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Newtownards?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live Music 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 Live Music events in Newtownards?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Newtownards.

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