August
Throughout August
Sunken Gardens, Bangor Sea Front and Ward Park
Every weekend throughout the month of August, North Down Borough Council will be hosting an exciting programme of entertainment including interactive entertainment, falconry displays and concerts.
For information T: (0) 28 9127 0069
August
Bangor’s famous fun fair is in full swing for the summer offering thrilling rides and games for all ages.
For information T: (0) 28 9127 0069
Friday 4 - Sunday 6 August
Ribraid 2006 - North Down
This event gathers together inflatable boat enthusiasts for a weekend of racing.
For information T: (0) 28 9188 2623 or 07879 410800
Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 August
Linen Weekend - Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Watch the processes used to turn flax into linen and family activities, a linen trail, arts and crafts and guided tours.
For information T: (0) 28 9042 8428
Saturday 12 August
Concert in the Park - Ward Park, Bangor
As part of our summer season of concerts in the park Peter Corry. Peter has performed around the world including the Royal Albert Hall and has had his own BBC TV show ‘The Peter Corry Show’ signing his favourites from musicals, opera, rock, jazz.
For information T: (0) 28 9127 0069
Sunday 13 - Sunday 20 August
Bangor Golf Club - Tourism Week 2006
Competitions for individuals, mixed and foursomes at this fine parkland course.
For application forms and information T: (0) 28 9145 3394
E: bangorgolfclubni@btconnect.com
Saturday 19 - Saturday 26 August
Camerata Ireland 2006
A festival of music at Clandeboye Estate to provide an opportunity for gifted young musicians to work with international artists. A range of workshops and concerts take place during the week.
For information T: (0) 28 9042 7600 or 07901 821966
E: malcolm@camerata-ireland.com www.camerata-ireland.com
Thursday 24 – Sunday 27 August
Irish Laser Nationals 2006 - Ballyholme Yacht Club
This sailing event will be held over three days and attract over 100 competitors.
For information T: (0) 28 9145 3438, (0) 28 9127 44 88 or 07721626687
Saturday 26 - Monday 28 August
August Bank Holiday Weekend – Family fun and FREE
Bangor's famous bank holiday weekend celebrations will again offer events and activities to suit all. Be sure not to miss out on an entertaining weekend culminating on Monday with the International Busking Festival.
For information T: (0) 28 9127 0069
Saturday 26 August
Crafts and skills day - Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
An opportunity to see skills and crafts such as lace work, spinning, woodturning, and basket making etc. Also find out more about the museum's craft courses.
For information T: (0) 28 9042 8428
Saturday 26 August
World War Two at the Fort - Grey Point Fort
Re-live a day in the life of soldiers at the fort as they guarded the port of Belfast. See vehicles and artillery from the era, along with period uniform re-enactments.
11am-5pm. Admission free.
For information T: (0) 28 9085 3621
