September is jam packed with amazing events, from family festivals to walking tours, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Check out all the exciting events happening this month and make the most of this beautiful time of year.


28 June - 9 September

Paint Your Own Cookie, Newcastle

Paint Your Own Cookie! Come create your own, choosing a character of your choice,a paint pallet, and paintbrush included. We have loads of options including Bluey, Peppa Pig,Spiderman and MORE. Available for events, parties, weddings etc.


2 - 28 September

Cranfield Alpaca Beach Treks - Autumn Dates

Meet your friendly alpaca and take them for a leisurely stroll down country lanes, enjoying the stunning views as you head down to our beautiful, golden beach. Our Alpacas absolutely adore being walked on the beach. Join them for some fun in the sand and have an experience unlike any other.


7 - 28 September

Alpaca Field Walk Experience, Kilkeel

Enjoy a Cranfield Alpaca Field Walk, which are absolutely perfect for families with children of all ages. Take one of our gorgeous alpacas for a walk around the paddocks in our field with stunning views of the Mourne Mountains and Carlingford Lough.


13 - 30 September

Solo Art Exhibition by Wendy Cromie, Sir Hans Sloane Centre, Killyleagh

Selection of original paintings and prints depicting scenes in and around Killyleagh


17 September

Newcastle Community Cinema Toddler Club presents Pixar Shorts


20 September

Downpatrick Racecourse Meeting

Downpatrick Race Course has a long and interesting history. The first race meeting was originally held over 300 years ago in 1685 at the old grounds a few miles down the road from where it is situated today. Racing has continued to take place throughout the years with few interruptions since the first race. The current Racecourse is situated one mile away from the centre of the historic town of Downpatrick and racing has been held on the present course for more than 150 years.

20 September

Downpatrick Culture Night, St Patrick's Square, Downpatrick

20 September

`Monsters Inc' (Relaxed screening) at Newcastle Community Cinema

20 September

Country Music Cabaret & Dancing Special, The Burrendale Hotel, Newcastle

20 September

`The Neverending Story' - Newcastle Community Cinema


20 - 21 September

The Occassional Cafe, Kilkeel

Join us at The Green Holiday Cottages for our first dates of The Occasional Café! We have a little bit of preparation to do before the end of the month but wanted you to get the dates in your diary! 

Treat yourself to our home-baked goodies, while enjoying morning coffee or afternoon tea. We are stocking Piera Cirefice Illustration , Majukooo and crafts from Apricot Rose . With onsite parking and access to our walking trails when using the cafe, we look forward to welcoming you. See you soon!


21 September

Downpatrick Walking Tour, Leaving from Denvir's Hotel.

21 September

Sensational 70's Night, Canal Court Hotel, Newry

21 September

Autumn Plant Fair at Rowallane Garden, Saintfield

Pop along to Rowallane Garden on 21 September for the Autumn Plant Fair. Take a piece of Rowallane home with you as our Garden Team will be on hand sharing top tips and selling plants grown right here in this special place. They will be joined by a host of specialist nurseries and local traders. You will find something for every garden at this plant lovers haven.

21 September

Seaforde Working Vintage Club Rally 2024

21 September

Historic Killyleagh Walking Tour

21 September

Artisan Market, St Patrick's Square, Downpatrick


21 - 28 September

Alpaca Adventure Trail, Cranfield

Meet, mingle, feed and herd our charming Alpacas surrounded by panoramic views of the Mournes and Carlingford Lough. Our alpaca adventure trail experience lets you get up close to our family of Alpacas whilst enjoying tales of Vikings, Knights, Emigration, Greencastle Aerodrome and learning about the Mourne Mountains, Carlingford Lough and Greencastle Castle. Children will love our treasure hunt and adults are awarded their alpaca adventure herding certificate – to frame when you get home!


21 & 22 September

45th Mourne Mountain Marathon, Mourne Mountains


22 September

Nurturing Nature Retreat, Killeavy Castle Estate, Newry

We are delighted to offer the following seasonal experience for our guests. This experience is carefully crafted to showcase the very best that our Estate and Slieve Gullion has to offer.

22 September

`The Miracle Club' - Newcastle Community Cinema

22 September

Forage in the Forest, Swim & BBQ, Tollymore Forest Park

Join the Wild Women for a relaxing afternoon event in Tollymore Forest and experience the magic of the Wild Women community. Book Tickets

22 September

Motors at Mournes Static Car Show, Meelmore Lodge, Newcastle

Join us for a thrilling day to discover variety of cars from tasty classics, Japanese imports, as well as the super cars set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Mourne Mountains!


27 September

"Tina Smash Hit Show", Millbrook Lodge Hotel, Ballynahinch

27 September

Micky Bartlett Stand Up Comedy Show, NCC, Newcastle

27 September

`Kneecap' at Newcastle Community Cinema

27 September

Warrenpoint & District Horticultural Show, Warrenpoint Town Hall

27 September

Fodder in the Woods, Bistro Night, Downpatrick


27 - 28 September

The Occassional Cafe, Kilkeel

Join us at The Green Holiday Cottages for our first dates of The Occasional Café! We have a little bit of preparation to do before the end of the month but wanted you to get the dates in your diary! 

Treat yourself to our home-baked goodies, while enjoying morning coffee or afternoon tea. We are stocking Piera Cirefice Illustration , Majukooo and crafts from Apricot Rose . With onsite parking and access to our walking trails when using the cafe, we look forward to welcoming you. See you soon!


28 September

Warrenpoint Artisan Market

Warrenpoint Artisan Market showcases local food producers and crafters work. Stall holders attend offering unique local products. Musicians entertain the crowds from the beautiful bandstand. Children can visit the play park after a hot chocolate and sticky bun! Warrenpoint Artisan Market takes place on the 4th Saturday of every month with the exception of December.

28 September

Fungi, Roots and Berries in the Ring of Gullion, Forkhill, Newry

Come and join us foraging for the day in Forkhill as part of Ring of Gullion Autumn Fest 2023. The story of wild food and medicine is as much part of our heritage as is song, poetry, storytelling. As autumn moves to winter we find less and less to forage or so it seems to the untrained eye.

28 September

Downpatrick Walking Tour, Leaving from Denvir's Hotel.

28 September

All Folk'd Up, Live at The Vault Music Hall, Bank Complex, Newry

28 September

Learn Hip Hop Dance - Newcastle Community Cinema

28 September

Ulster Superbike Championship Round 9, Bishopscourt Race Circuit, Downpatrick


29 September

`Wee Storybook to Screen'  - `Lost & Found' , Newcastle Community Cinema.


30 September - 5 November

Lecture and Exhibition by Tommy Barr, Sir Hans Sloane Centre, Killyleagh.


Check back here for lots of fantastic things to do and events happening in the area.