What’s On
Events
There are a huge range of events to choose from in Omagh & the Sperrins Region to suit every interest; with Live Country Music in the Silverbirch Hotel and the Mellon Country Inn to walking festivals in the gorgeous Gortin Glens! See below for an array of events happening NOW!
The Ulster American Folk Parks Easter, Christmas, Fourth of July and Halloween as well as a three-day annual Appalachian & Bluegrass Music Festival are very popular events to keep in mind. Featuring some of the biggest names in bluegrass from Ireland, the USA and Canada, it’s the largest bluegrass festival outside of North America.
Other annual events in Omagh & The Sperrins Region include the Omagh Literary Festival, honouring Benedict Kiely, Omagh Show, St. Patricks Day Parade, Grange Fest, Summer Carnival, Halloween and Christmas events.
Strule Arts Centre is a state-of-the-art multi-purpose venue for theatre, music, dance and the visual arts; their extensive and dynamic events calendar year-round, and programmes first-class touring theatre, music, comedy, dance and children’s shows.
Upcoming Events
19th Literature of Irish Exile Autumn School
Saturday 20 October 2018
The Mellon Centre for Migration Studies is hosting the Nineteenth Literature of Irish Exile Autumn School on Saturday 20th October. This year’s Autumn School will focus on the history of Irish dancing both here in Ireland and within the diaspora. Our Guest Speaker, Valerie Wilson, Curator of Costume and...
Read MoreJamboree Oktoberfest
Saturday 20 October 2018
The beer swigging, jiving all night long event is returning on Saturday 20th October for one night ONLY! With a line up including, Mike Denver, Lisa McHugh, Paul Kelly and Ritchie Remo, this will be the biggest night in country and one NOT to be missed!
Read MoreThe Omagh Literary Festival: Honouring Benedict Kiely
Saturday 20 October 2018
The 17th Annual Omagh Literary Festival, Honouring Benedict Kiley. Celebrating our rich heritage with some of Irelands finest writers including Maureen Boyle, Ruth Carr, Tony Macauley, Colin Bateman, Sinead Gleeson and June Caldwell, to name but a few. We will also have international artist Colin Davidison in conversation with...
Read MoreIntroduction to Plein Air
Saturday 20 October 2018
Discover the Sperrin’s landscapes using your favourite medium, all levels of experience welcome
Read MoreSpooktacular Rhythm Of The Night 90’s
Saturday 27 October 2018
Re-live the best dance hits of the 90’s & 00’s with a Spooktacular Rhythm of the Night Halloween Special! DJ 2J’S will be playing the best #clubclassic throwbacks in Lola’s featuring Live Saxophonist Zacc McGloughlin from the award winning Anna’s Number. Bring your glow sticks & get your hands...
Read MoreWhistling Donkeys at Main Street Omagh
Saturday 27 October 2018
Live six piece Irish Folk/Rock Band hailing from Co.Tyrone return to Main Street Omagh for a fabulous night out! Not to be missed!
Read MoreHalloween at An Creagán
Monday 29 October 2018
Our Halloween half term programme will begin on Monday 29th with toddler spooky story telling. 12pm – 2pm Tuesday 30th will be a toddler play day with Halloween arts & crafts and fancy dress. 12pm – 2pm Wednesday 31st Oct to Fri 2nd Nov will be 3 days of...
Read MoreHaunted Halloween Omagh
Wednesday 31 October 2018
Wednesday 31 October will see Omagh Town Centre overcome with creepy characters, zombies, dance, mystery and magic, the glowing lights of Halloween followed by the spooktacular fireworks display from Strule Art Centre roof top. Throughout the day Strule Arts Centre will keep little hands busy with Halloween Shadow Puppet...
Read MoreOil Painting Workshops
Thursday 8 November 2018
Led by local artist Sarah Duddy This is the perfect class for those who are new to oil painting or would like to improve their skills. Students will enjoy a structured course, enabling them to learn about colour, tone, texture and form and this introduction to oil painting provides...
Read MoreChristmas Vintage & Craft Fair
Sunday 18 November 2018
Rustic Runway presents- Time Travellers Vintage & Handmade Fairs. We are delighted to bring you the second Fair of 2018 – Christmas Vintage & Handmade Fair at The Mellon Country Inn, Omagh 12-5. Browse your way through fabulous stalls of Vintage Clothing, Collectibles, Homemade Bakes, China, Records, Handmade Jewellery,...
Read MoreChristmas at The Silverbirch Hotel
Saturday 1 December 2018
A fun filled festive season at The Silverbirch Hotel 1st December – 90s Dance Night in Lola’s Friday 7th December – John Glenn & The Mainliners Saturday 8th December – Itchy Feet The Band Friday 14th December – Jimmy Buckley Saturday 15th December – Christmas Comedy Show Friday 21st...
Read MoreSanta Sundays at The Mellon Country Inn
Sunday 2 December 2018
Meet Santa and his Elves, and enjoy our traditional Christmas Carvery, Kids Corner Buffet and Desert Table, with fun for everyone during our Kids Christmas Craft sessions!
Read MoreSunday Nights Social Dancing at The Mellon Country Inn
Sunday 2 December 2018
Join us every Sunday in December for our Social Dancing nights:
Read MoreFestive Entertainment at The Mellon Country Inn
Monday 3 December 2018
Avail of our great Jive, Dine, ‘n Stay Package, from just £65pps 3rd December – Mike Denver 10th December – Jim Devine 17th December – Paul Kelly
Read MoreSanta Sundays at The Silverbirch Hotel
Sunday 9 December 2018
Enjoy the festive season with the family at The Silverbirch Santa Sundays Includes a 4 Course Sunday Lunch and Kids Entertainment by the fabulous Mr Majestic. Sunday 9th December Sunday 16th December Sunday 23rd December Adults – £18.95pp Kids – £9.80pp Kids under 3 – £5.00pp
Read MoreBaby It’s Cold Outside, Christmas Crooners Show at The Silverbirch Hotel
Wednesday 12 December 2018
The Christmas Crooners show is jam packed with festive favourites including the Christmas hits of Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, and Ol’ Blue Eyes himself, Frank Sinatra. Staged in the warm and delightful style of the famous Andy Williams Christmas Shows, this brilliant production comes complete with Christmas...
Read MoreChristmas Country Concert Tour
Friday 21 December 2018
Join us on Friday 21st December for the fantastic Christmas Country Concert Tour, with a fantastic line up of your favourite country stars, including Ray Lynam, Dominic Kirwan, Philomena Begley and many more
Read MoreNew Years Eve At The Silverbirch Hotel
Monday 31 December 2018
New Years Gala Ball Arrival Drinks Reception 5 Course Menu Live Entertainment by Riff Raff 2 Piper at Mindnight £40pp See https://www.silverbirchhotel.com/christmas2018.html for full details on Christmas events
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