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

Forest Birthday Parties at An Creagán

If the thought of 15 children running around a village hall sends you into a mild panic why not try something a bit different. With our Kids Outdoor Birthday Parties we aim to deliver a fun packed, stress free party for you and your child. Includes – Food for...

Tyrone County Fleadh

Sunday 23 June 2019

Omagh town is proud to present the annual Tyrone Fleadh from the 23rd-30th June 2019. Prepare for a full weekend with open music sessions, concerts and competitions for locals and visitors far and wide. Fleadh Thir Eoghain 2019 Programme, 23 – 30 June 2019. All Week – Art Exhibition...

Patrick Feeney Friday Night Big Band Country

Friday 28 June 2019

Join us on Friday 28th June for live entertainment by Patrick Feeney at Lola’s. Time: Doors open from 9.15pm (DJ 9.15-11pm) Jive & Dine In! £35pp 4 Course Dinner & Country Night Ticket Keep It Country Accommodation Offers From £60pp B&B, 4 Course Dinner & Ticket

Omagh Food Festival (3rd Annual)

Saturday 29 June 2019

Calling all Foodies! THE annual Omagh Food Festival is back and this year it promises to be bigger and better than ever. The festival will take place over two days under a festival marquee in the carpark located adjacent to Main Street, Omagh (Kevlin Avenue). The space will be...

Ulster American Folk Park American Independence Celebrations

Thursday 4 July 2019

Celebrate all things American from the 18th, 19th & 20th centuries. A festival for all the family with American Revolutionary Soldiers, Fur Trappers & Traders, live Bluegrass and American Folk music, traditional Punch and Judy Shows, American games and much more! Major event day pricing applies.

Robert Mizzell Friday Night Big Band Country

Friday 5 July 2019

Join us on Friday 5th July for live entertainment by Robert Mizzell at Lola’s. Time: Doors open from 9.15pm (DJ 9.15-11pm) Jive & Dine In! £35pp 4 Course Dinner & Country Night Ticket Keep It Country Accommodation Offers From £60pp B&B, 4 Course Dinner & Ticket

Annual Omagh Show

Friday 5 July 2019

Tyrone Farming Society looks forward to its 179th Annual Omagh Show, which will take place on Friday 5th (Equestrian Only) and main show on Saturday 6th July 2019, the main show day on Saturday 6th July sees Cliona Hagan take to the stage. It’s sure to be a spectacular...

Kids Summer Forest Camp at An Creagán

Monday 15 July 2019

Shelter building, bug hunting, making potions, art projects, fire lighting, cooking and outdoor games Mon 15th – Fri 19th July. Time: 10am – 2pm daily Mon 12th – Fri 16th August. Time: 10am – 2pm daily Cost £75 per week includes lunch daily 20% discount for siblings 5 –...

Keith, Lorraine & the Showband Show

Friday 19 July 2019

Join us on Friday 19th July for live entertainment by Keith, Lorraine & the Showband Show at Lola’s. Time: Doors open from 9.15pm (DJ 9.15-11pm) Jive & Dine In! £35pp 4 Course Dinner & Country Night Ticket Keep It Country Accommodation Offers From £60pp B&B, 4 Course Dinner &...

Plein Air Painting at An Creagán

Saturday 20 July 2019

Introduction to Plein Air (Painting Outdoors) Discover the Sperrin’s landscapes using your favourite medium, all levels of experience welcome Sat 20th July. Time: 11am – 4pm Cost £50 – includes lunch To Book – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plein-air-painting-painting-outdoors-tickets-62484537935

Dominic Kirwan Weekend

Friday 26 July 2019

The annual Dominic Kirwan Weekend returns with a fantastic line-up of special guests joining Dominic on stage at Silverbirch Hotel. Fri 26th July – Dominic Kirwan & special guest Jimmy Buckley Saturday 27th July – Dominic Kirwan & special guest Shawn Cuddy Sunday 28th July – Dominic Kirwan & special...

Blackwork Embroidery at An Creagán

Saturday 27 July 2019

The workshop will give you an introduction to this technique and an opportunity to try out a variety of patterns. This is an ideal course for beginners and more advanced embroiderers, looking to gain new techniques and inspiration. All materials and lunch are included in the price. To Book...

Glass Fusion Workshop at An Creagán

Saturday 27 July 2019

Learn about the techniques that go into designing and crafting fused glass with enamels. You’ll get to try these out yourself and create your own piece of glass art to keep. To Book https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glass-fusion-workshop-tickets-62486174831 Sat, July 27, 2019 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM £50

Celtic Leather Art at An Creagán

Saturday 10 August 2019

Cutting leather, Stamping & tooling techniques, Burnishing & finishing , Dying & hand-painting Leather, Attaching snaps Sat, August 10, 2019 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, £40 To Book – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celtic-leather-art-tickets-62488472704

Introduction to Indian Cooking at An Creagán

Saturday 17 August 2019

Indian cooking class to master the art of balancing spices and Indian cooking techniques Sat, August 17, 2019 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM To Book – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-indian-cooking-tickets-62489681319

28th Bluegrass Music Festival

Friday 30 August 2019

There’ll be strumming on the porches of the log cabins, dancing in the cobbled streets and jamming outside the General Store! Get down to the 28th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival to enjoy three days of live music from some of the biggest names in bluegrass and old time music....