First aid fun day bringing children on the journey of learning first aid and CPR. Music, talks, colouring books and lots of fun at Gortin Glen Forest Park.
St Johns Ambulance Funday
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FLEADH THÍR EOGHAIN 2.0
Fleadh Thír Eoghain 2025 returns to Fintona 
Spar Omagh Half Marathon & 5K Run
The Omagh Half Marathon & 5k Run, now in its 35th year, started off as a 10mile race in 1981. In 1986 it was a 12mile race but changed to the Half Marathon distance in 1987. Omagh Junior Chamber organised it from 1981 – 1996 before it was cancelled for three years 1997- 1999. The local running club Omagh Harriers regrouped and relaunched the event in March 2000. The SPAR Omagh Half Marathon Race & 5K Run/Walk has had a steady increase in participation, starting with 240 in the year 2000 but with the slick organization of the hard working Omagh Harriers Half Marathon Committee, it is now one recognized as one of the most prestigious running events in the country and we expect a record 4500 participants in 2025 to mark our milestone anniversary.
With the Covid 19 pandemic having a major impact on businesses, society and sporting events, the committee took the decision to cancel the race in March 2020 but instead ran it as a very successful virtual race with many participants running the ‘Omagh 1/2’ in many overseas exotic locations. Unfortunately the Covid situation persisted which meant there was to be no race at all in 2021.
Back with a fresh look our event sold out in record time this last two years so enter early for 2025 to guarantee your place as we will sell out again before the New Year. There is a quality top guaranteed for All Half Marathon entries plus newly designed bespoke medals for All finishers including the 5k finishers. Chip timing, fast course, race pacers, street entertainment, finish line refreshments are all on offer to make this one of the top events in the 2025 sporting calendar.
This year’s Omagh Half Marathon/5k chosen charity is TBC.
Please support our Sponsors, SPAR, LINWOODS, TC AUTOS, OMAGH CREDIT UNION, MJ McIVOR SOLICITORS, PIZZAMAC, CALOR, CALDWELL CYCLES, BRADLEY’S PHARMACY, JMG SYSTEMS, GRANTS OF OMAGH, WHITE’S, SILVERBIRCH HOTEL, TAYTO, RECYCO, LYONS&WARD WOODCRAFT, BALLOO HIRE & LOUGH TEC.
Half Marathon Walk 8.30am
Half Marathon Run 9.30am
Half Marathon Run, Wheelchair and Walk all start at Omagh Leisure Complex.
SPAR 5k Run 9.45
5K starts at Omagh Leisure Complex approximately 15 minutes AFTER the 1/2 Marathon commences
Prizes
A prize fund of over £6000 is on offer plus £250 bonus for the 1st male & female to break the 1/2 record time (Male-64.46min, Female-74.28min) There is a quality long sleeved top guaranteed for all Half Marathon entries and newly designed medals for ALL finishers including 5k Fun Run finishers.
Pacers will be there to help you run your target Half Marathon time. We have pacers for 1:30hrs, 1:45hrs, 2hrs, 2:15hrs, & 2:30hrs. They will be clearly visible at the start line.
Cash Prizes in all categories listed below.
Half Marathon
- Male & Female Overall; 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th.
- Male & Female; 1st, 2nd in all Categories, Under 20, over 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65
- Wheelchair; 1st, 2nd Male & Female
- Team Prizes; 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female Team (6 to run, 3 to score)
5k Run
- Male & Female Overall; 1st, 2nd 3rd
- Male & Female 1st, 2nd in all Categories, Under 19, 17, 15, 13.
- Team Prizes: Male & Female School Team 1st; Male & Female Non-Athletics Sports Club 1st (3 to score)
Glenpark Estate Festive Crazy Golf
Join us this festive season for a fun-filled experience on our Winter Wonderland Crazy Golf Course taking place in an indoor marquee!
Please ensure you select the correct date and time; check carefully before payment.
All adults and children attending will require a ticket, apart from Under 2s.
Come and get your golf on!
Tickets: £8.00
Glenpark Estate Synthetic Skating Rink
Key information:
• Tickets are valid for one-hour slots.
• Slots consist of 50 minutes on the rink and 5 minutes each to borrow and return boots.
• Tickets £8 per person (plus booking fee) including skate hire.
• Spectators go free (no need to book).
• The lowest age limit for children on the ice is 3 years old and parental supervision is essential for all children under 12.
• Food and drinks will be available to purchase separately.
Schools and other large groups of 15 or over should contact events@glenparkestate.com to request bookings.
Tickets – £8.00
Mid Ulster Drama Festival
Mid-Ulster festival dates 2025
Friday 21st March – Saturday 29th March
Find out more – https://www.facebook.com/midulsterdramafestival/?locale=en_GB
Live Music Silverbirch Hotel
Christmas live music events at Barreta Bar and Grill, featuring performances every Friday and Saturday from 10 PM. Here’s the lineup:
- Friday, 6th Dec: Brian Pritchard
- Saturday, 7th Dec: Double Trouble
- Friday, 13th Dec: Brian McGrath (MIB)
- Saturday, 14th Dec: The Two of Us
- Friday, 20th Dec: Ben Currie
- Saturday, 21st Dec: Double Trouble
- Saturday, 28th Dec: Millsy & Dec
Tina Turner Tribute Silverbirch Hotel
Proud Mary and Her City Limits Band is an exhilarating tribute act that pays homage to the one and
only Tina Turner. With a high-energy performance, sensational vocals, and authentic recreations of
Tina’s signature moves, this event promises to be an electrifying experience that captures the essence of
Tina herself.
What to Expect:
– An explosive live performance featuring Tina Turner’s greatest hits, including “Proud Mary,” “Nutbush
City Limits,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” and more.
– Authentic costumes, choreography, and stage presence that will make you feel like you’re witnessing
Tina Turner herself in her prime.
– A night of entertainment that will have you dancing, singing, and reminiscing about Tina’s timeless
classics.
– A celebration of Tina Turner’s music for fans of all ages.
Proud Mary and Her City Limits Band is led by the talented Amanda Lane, whose powerful vocals and
striking resemblance to Tina Turner will leave you in awe. Backed by a dynamic band and talented
backup dancers, this tribute act will bring Tina’s music to life with an energy and passion that mirrors
the real Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Tina Turner’s music live on stage.
Buy your tickets HERE
Bluegrass Omagh 2025
Bluegrass Omagh 2025 returns on the second May Bank Holiday, Saturday 24th to Monday 26th May.
The much loved music festival is back for 2 days of Bluegrass music on Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th May, plus the popular Bluegrass Omagh Family Day on Monday 26th May.
Frederick Douglass Day Talk
The Ulster American Folk Park opened in 1976, and tells the story of emigration from Ulster to America in the 18th and 19th centuries, using objects and buildings to reflect experiences in both places. We have been working to incorporate marginalised histories into the narrative at the Folk Park. This includes bringing to the fore the stories of Indigenous Peoples, many of whom suffered greatly as a result of colonisation, as well as enslaved Africans who were exploited by some of the Ulster emigrants whose stories we profile.
Frederick Douglass Day is celebrated annually on the 14th February, a date chosen by Douglass to be his birthday. Douglass was born into slavery in 1818 and never knew his real birth date. He went on to become one of America’s great abolitionists, writers and leader of the movement for African-American civil rights in the 19th century.
To mark the occasion, join Liam Corry, Curator of Emigration, for an informal talk looking at Douglass’s life and Ulster’s links with Douglass and slavery in the United States.
What to know
- All events are charged at general admission cost, and include entry to the Folk Park for the whole day.
- This event is suitable for 12 years +.
- All under 16-year-olds should be supervised by an adult.
A Child Is Born – Candlelight Carol Service
The talented children of Knocknagor Primary School, Trillick proudly present:
A Child Is Born – Candlelight Carol Service
Date: Tuesday, 19th December
Location: St. Macartan’s Church, Trillick
Time: 7:00 PM
Immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit with a beautiful evening of carols, featuring a variety of festive favourites sung by the amazing children of Knocknagor. This heartwarming event is more than just a celebration of the season—it’s a chance to support two incredible charities:
MS Society
Marie Curie
Your presence will help raise much-needed funds for these worthy causes, while the children’s joyful voices fill the church with the magic of Christmas.
We warmly invite everyone in the community to come along, enjoy the evening, and show your support. Together, let’s make
Omagh & the Sperrins Walking Festival 2025
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Walking Weekend on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March 2025
1 moderate and 1 challenging walk for max of 30 people per walk on both Saturday and Sunday
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Sperrins Walking is back with a programme of walks taking place across Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural beauty (AONB) in September, October 2024 and March 2025.
Developed and delivered by The Sperrins Partnership* and outdoor experts Far and Wild, Sperrins Walking is designed to appeal to a broad range of walkers to enjoy the beautiful landscape as well as promoting health, physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Participants will enjoy discovering a destination filled with unique experiences and a great choice of walks ranging from moderate ability to more demanding longer walks. Experienced guides will lead small walking groups to uncover the stories, history, environment and heritage of this unique landscape. Sperrins Walking Programme 2024-2025 dates are:
Ciara Toner from The Sperrins Partnership said: “We are delighted to announce the return of Sperrins Walking. Over the past three year’s, all 4 Councils, that make up the Sperrins Partnership, have watched the programme grow and develop in popularity with walkers of all abilities. Once again, they’ve all come together to deliver a range of walks to enjoy throughout the beautiful Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) while also promoting health, physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. With stunning scenery and expert and experience guides these walks are not to be missed.” Lorcan McBride, Sperrins Walking guide, added: “With our expert walking guides on hand, the walks will delight and engage everyone who takes part in the experience. This year’s programme, once again, features walks suited to those with moderate ability to those who like a walking challenge. The walks will traverse across the Sperrins uncovering the majestic landscape, the unique environment and the rich history and heritage of the area.” Councillor Tommy Maguire from Fermanagh and Omagh District Council commented: “The walking festival is a great opportunity for walkers of all abilities to get out and challenge themselves. We are fortunate to live in an area of outstanding natural beauty and walking offers a chance to admire our wonderful countryside whilst engaging in some exercise.” For further information on the Sperrins Walking programme and to book your place visit https://farandwild.org/land/ or https://sperrinspartnershipproject.com/sperrins-walking/ |
Breakfast with Santa at Glenpark Estate
Saturday 21st and Monday 23rd December
3 sittings per date:
9.00am-10.15am
10.15am- 11.30am
11.30am – 12.30pm
Book direct: https://www.beattiesevents.com/events
Bluegrass Omagh 2025
For the last three decades, we’ve paid homage to the heritage and legacy of Bluegrass music at the Ulster American Folk Park.
Next year, Bluegrass Omagh returns at the Folk Park for the last Bank Holiday in May – Saturday 24th to Monday 26th May 2025.
Visit Santa and his Elves at Ulster American Folk Park
Here at the Ulster American Folk Park, Father Christmas and Mrs Claus are toasting their toes by the turf fire ahead of your visit, all before they pack up the sleigh for Christmas!
The North Pole elves are busy getting things ready and spreading festive cheer wherever they go. Did you know that only children who truly believe in Christmas magic can see the elves? They aren’t so fond of grown-ups!
Take in the magic of Christmas with a stroll through the snowy streets of Ulster and America. Let one of our elves guide you to the magical home of Father Christmas and Mrs Claus to say hello, and if you’ve made it on the good list you might even receive a special, traditional gift to bring home!
While you’re here, meet the Chief Story Elf for Christmas storytelling and fill up on Christmas shortbread and mulled spiced apple juice!
See Santa dates below;
- Friday 6th December (evening only)
- Saturday 7th December
- Sunday 8th December
- Friday 13th December (evening only)
- Saturday 14th December
- Sunday 15th December
- Friday 20th December (day and evening)
- Saturday 21st December
- Sunday 22nd December
- Monday 23rd December
What to know:
- Tickets are £20 per child (aged up to 12) and £13.50 per adult. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Each child ticket includes a traditional Christmas gift per child.
- This Father Christmas experience takes place at Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh, not to be confused with the Ulster Folk Museum in Cultra. When buying tickets, please make sure you have chosen the correct museum and event, as tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your time slot as this will be the departure time of your visit. If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee you a place in another time slot.
- Please wear suitable outdoor footwear and clothing.
- Father Christmas visits can only be booked online, walk-ups will not be allowed.
Christmas at the Ulster American Folk Park
Experience the traditions and nostalgia of Christmas past this festive season at the Folk Park.
There are two different ticket options for Christmas at the Folk Park this year. There will be more festive activity taking place on weekends in December plus Christmas week (the 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, 20th to 23rd December) so ticket prices on these dates will be a little more than general admission during December weekdays.
Discover how Christmas would have been celebrated in rural Ulster centuries ago, from the humble surroundings of a single-room cabin to the indulgent Christmas of the Campbell House. Meet Mrs Mellon and taste samples of her traditionally made Christmas cake. Emerge in the wintery streets of America, taking in the Christmas décor, smells and festive flavours, seeing how European settlers influenced the holiday season and created the American Christmas we know today. Look at traditional Christmas cards, write your letter to Father Christmas and bring your camera for a photograph at the sleigh, as the little ones enjoy our Christmas tree trail.
Even more Christmas!
We’ll have even more Christmas activity for you to enjoy over December weekends and Christmas week itself (that’s the 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, 20th to 23rd December). If you’re planning your visit over these dates, there’ll be Christmas crafts for kids, mince pies and warmed apple punch from Mrs Claus’ Bakery, plus festive tunes and Christmas storytelling sessions. The Mummer characters will entertain you with a performance led by Captain Mummer, celebrating one of rural Ulster’s oldest Christmas traditions. If the weather behaves, we’ll also have horse and carriage rides! (Please note, general admission on these specific dates will be more).
What to know: * The Folk Park will be closed on the following dates:
- Monday 2nd, Monday 9th, Monday 16th & Monday 30th December.
- 24th December through to 27th December. We’ll be open as normal on Saturday 28th December.
- The above Christmas activity is happening at the Folk Park between 6th December to 3rd January 2025, with the exception of the closed days listed above.
- Please note that this ticket is for general admission to the Ulster American Folk Park during the Christmas period. Tickets to our ‘Visit Father Christmas and his Elves’ experience must be purchased separately here.
Strule Arts Centre Autumn/Winter 2024 Programme of Events
Are you ready?
The Strule Arts Centre is delighted to introduce its autumn program, packed with an exciting range of cultural and artistic events.
This season, enjoy a diverse selection of engaging workshops, compelling theatre performances, thought-provoking art exhibitions, and dynamic live music.
Join us and explore the vibrant creativity of our local talent. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of an enriching arts experience at the Strule Arts Centre!
Dún Uladh Autumn/Winter Events 2024
Join us for a fantastic lineup of Autumn and Winter events at Dún Uladh!
We’re bringing you a variety of cultural experiences, live music sessions, and community gatherings throughout the season. Whether you’re into traditional Irish music or want to support great causes, we’ve got something for everyone!
🎶 Here’s what’s coming up:
– 2nd November: In Session
– 24th November: Bríd Harper & Ryan Molloy in Concert
– 7th December: In Session
– 26th December: In Session
– 1st January: In Session to kick off 2025!
💚 Mark your calendars and join us to celebrate music, community, and culture!
Additional Info:
– All sessions and concerts are hosted at Dún Uladh.
– No prior booking is required for In Session events.
For more information, contact us directly or visit our website.
**Ticket Information:**
Varies by event; In Session events are free, while concert tickets can be purchased at the door or through our website.
Big Anthonys
A rural cottage located centrally between Omagh and Cookstown. Situated at the foot of the Sperrin mountains. It’s in an area of outstanding beauty with lots of local attractions including the Gortin glens, Beckmore stone circle and the Ulster American folk park.
The cottage is detached with lots of outdoor space. There are beautiful views of the countryside. The house is spacious, with 3 bedrooms and a large family bathroom and a fully exuipt kitchen. Washer dryer facilities are available.
There is a sofa bed available to accommodate 2 further guests if required
It is located 0.2 miles from the An Creagan visitor centre witch has a restaurant, walks, bicycle trail and kids play area
The space:
There are 3 bedrooms each with a double bed. There is a cot in one of the bedrooms.There is also a sofa bed in one of the 2 living rooms if needed. There are 2 living rooms , one kitchen and one large bathroom. There is also a workspace
Price:
Must be rented for 2 nights minimum at £150 a night
An Creagán – Tornoge Cottage
TORNOGE 2 BEDROOM (DOUBLE & SINGLE BED IN EACH ROOM)
Two bedroom cottage, all on ground floor. Both bedrooms have a king and single bed, one room has a wet room shower ensuite and the second has a bathroom. Bed linen and towels provided. Spacious kitchen/living/dining area with fully equipped kitchen with cooking utensils and crockery. The cottage is oil central heatedand has an additional log burning stove with starter pack provided, additional logs can be purchased on site. Patio doors opening into garden with barbeque area.
Meadows Camping Field
Nestled close to the beautiful market village of Gortin, at the foot of the Sperrin mountains. The Meadows is a wonderful hideaway campsite.
Johnny Brady – New Years Eve at Lola’s
New Years Eve In Lola’s
Dance the night away to Johnny Brady
Doors open 21.15