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

Christmas Lights Switch On

Omagh Town Centre will light up with family fun and sparkle on Saturday 24 November with a programme of Christmas music and carols, movies and festive food throughout the day before the Christmas Lights Switch on at 5.30 pm. It is promised to be a magical day out with...

Santa’s Secret Grotto Omagh

Santa’s secret Grotto OMAGH is now open for bookings. Book for your own private Family Santa Experience. Best of all there is no Queuing. This year you can book online and parents can request Santa to mention something about their child only Santa would know to add that extra...

Handmade Toy Fair at An Creagán

Saturday 17 November 2018

Come and join us for a seasonal market stacked full of handmade specalist items perfect for your kids christmas presents. There will be something for special for all ages. Entry is free. If you are a crafter who makes kids products and your interested in taking part in the...

Christmas 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,...

Christmas 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...

Santa 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!

Sunday Nights Social Dancing at The Mellon Country Inn

Sunday 2 December 2018

Join us every Sunday in December for our Social Dancing nights:

Festive 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

Days Of Christmas Past @ Ulster American Folk Park

Saturday 8 December 2018

Gather around the warmth of the turf fire and enjoy readings from The Night before Christmas, singalong with the Christmas Mummers, taste seasonal treats and meet Santa and Mrs Claus in his workshop. Take home a treasured memory of your day spent in Christmas past by purchasing a special photograph...

Santa 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

Baby 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...

Christmas 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

New 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

Ulster Orchestra in Strule Arts Centre

Thursday 25 April 2019

On Your Doorstep’ is a very special opportunity to catch a full symphony orchestra in the intimate surroundings of your local arts theatre. It’s hard to truly capture the power and effect of live orchestral music until you attend a show in person, and this programme strives to bring...