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Events near Stranraer, Dumfries

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Reckless Raves: THE TEMPLE 006 at THE TEMPLE

Reckless Raves: THE TEMPLE 006

Saturday 4th July

3:00pm - 11:00pm

THE TEMPLE, Belfast

Reckless Raves: THE TEMPLE 006

THE TEMPLE, Belfast

This JULY we return to THE MOST UNIQUE VENUE IN THE COUNTRY to bring you a FULL DAY OF DARKNESS with an EXTRA HARD TEAM SHEET!

White Rabbit Presents Trance Galaxy at The Ayr Pavilion

White Rabbit Presents Trance Galaxy

Saturday 29th August

6:00pm - 11:00pm

The Ayr Pavilion

White Rabbit Presents Trance Galaxy

The Ayr Pavilion

A journey through the world of house, trance and techno - past & present. All under the iconic roof of The Pavilion.

PLAN-B - Blue Solar - 31.07.26 at 5th ElementNi

PLAN-B - Blue Solar - 31.07.26

Friday 31st July

9:00pm - 2:00am

5th ElementNi, Belfast

PLAN-B - Blue Solar - 31.07.26

5th ElementNi, Belfast

PLAN-B Private party fundraiser for 5thElementNI Charity all about the love

Ayr Beach Northern Soul & 70' Soul All-Dayer at The Ayr Pavilion

Ayr Beach Northern Soul & 70' Soul All-Dayer

Saturday 17th October

3:00pm - 11:00pm

The Ayr Pavilion

Ayr Beach Northern Soul & 70' Soul All-Dayer

The Ayr Pavilion

Our second Northern & 70's Soul Event at the newly renovated Ayr Pavilion

2Passo // Ellia Jaya - Belfast at Ulster Sports Club

2Passo // Ellia Jaya - Belfast

Friday 10th July

10:30pm - 3:00am

Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

2Passo // Ellia Jaya - Belfast

Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

Ellia Jaya heads to the Ulster Sports Club for her Belfast debut!

Eastside Electronics By Night 2026 at Banana Block

Eastside Electronics By Night 2026

Saturday 25th July

10:00pm - 1:00am

Banana Block, Belfast

Eastside Electronics By Night 2026

Banana Block, Belfast

Banana Block hosts Part 3 of a day-and-night celebration to wrap up EastSide Electronics 2026, with Timmy Stewart, Jordan Nocturne & Efa O'Neill.

Twitch - Luke Vibert at Ulster Sports Club

Twitch - Luke Vibert

Saturday 4th July

10:00pm - 3:00am

Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

Twitch - Luke Vibert

Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

A legend returns to Twitch after 3 years!

Late Nite K Pop PT3 at 5th Element NI

Late Nite K Pop PT3

Fri 3rd - Wed 8th July

8:00pm - 1:00am

5th Element NI, Belfast

Late Nite K Pop PT3

5th Element NI, Belfast

After the last successful late nite K Pop event we are on the come back with Part 3. Get your outfit and dance shoes ready!

Gigs

The Skids + Theatre of Hate at The Ayr Pavilion

The Skids + Theatre of Hate

Thursday 10th December

7:00pm - 10:30pm

The Ayr Pavilion

The Skids + Theatre of Hate

The Ayr Pavilion

Scottish punk legends The Skids are set to return to the iconic Ayr Pavilion for the first time since December 1980 supported by Theatre of Hate.

Car Bomb + Frontierer. Thurs 12th Nov, Voodoo Belfast at Voodoo

Car Bomb + Frontierer. Thurs 12th Nov, Voodoo Belfast

Thursday 12th November

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Voodoo, Belfast

Car Bomb + Frontierer. Thurs 12th Nov, Voodoo Belfast

Voodoo, Belfast

Two of the most forward-thinking and sonically devastating bands in modern heavy music are coming to Belfast this November. Car Bomb + Frontierer!

A Tribute to the Drifters with 'Into The Drift' at The Black Box Belfast

A Tribute to the Drifters with 'Into The Drift'

Saturday 29th August

7:30pm - 11:00pm

The Black Box Belfast

A Tribute to the Drifters with 'Into The Drift'

The Black Box Belfast

Step back in time and relive the golden era of soul and R&B with Into The Drift, Ireland's only tribute to the legendary sounds of The Drifters.

Livewire | The ACDC Show at The Ayr Pavilion

Livewire | The ACDC Show

Friday 16th October

7:30pm - 11:30pm

The Ayr Pavilion

Livewire | The ACDC Show

The Ayr Pavilion

The sounds of AC/DC with top UK tribute Livewire will rock the foundations of the Ayr Pavilion this autumn

George Houston at Oh Yeah Music Centre

Saturday 10th October

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Hailing from the depths of rural Ireland, alternative Donegal singer songwriter George Houston was raised on classic folk, pop and rock.

PorkPie Live at The Limelight 1, Belfast at The Limelight

PorkPie Live at The Limelight 1, Belfast

Saturday 14th November

6:30pm - 9:45pm

The Limelight, Belfast

PorkPie Live at The Limelight 1, Belfast

The Limelight, Belfast

PorkPie Live at The Limelight 1, Belfast on Saturday 14th November 2026

Youth Open Mic at Oh Yeah Music Centre

Saturday 4th July

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

A safe and welcoming place for young people to showcase their musical talent.

Evergrey + TBC. Monday 30th November, Limelight 2, Belfast at Limelight 2

Evergrey + TBC. Monday 30th November, Limelight 2, Belfast

Monday 30th November

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Limelight 2, Belfast

Evergrey + TBC. Monday 30th November, Limelight 2, Belfast

Limelight 2, Belfast

Progressive metal masters Evergrey are coming to Belfast! Renowned for their powerful blend of crushing riffs, soaring melodies and emotional depth.

Festivals

Pavilion Festival 2027 at Low Green Ayr

Pavilion Festival 2027

Sunday 2nd May 2027

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Pavilion Festival 2027

Pavilion Festival is back for 2027. For the fifth year, we return to the Low Green in Ayr to Embrace The Madness. Lineup information coming soon.....

Pavilion Festival 2027 at Low Green Ayr

Pavilion Festival 2027

Saturday 1st May 2027

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Pavilion Festival 2027

Pavilion Festival is back for 2027. For the fifth year, we return to the Low Green in Ayr to Embrace The Madness. Lineup information coming soon.....

Doonfest at Doonfest Field

Fri 3rd - Sat 4th July

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Doonfest Field, Dalrymple

Doonfest Field, Dalrymple

Doonfest welcomes families, friends and solo adventurers alike - everyone who loves music!!! There's an artist/band for everyone!!

Belsonic Festival at Ormeau Park Belfast, Ireland

Belsonic Festival

Fri 12th June - Wed 1st July

11:00am - 11:00pm

Ormeau Park Belfast, Ireland

Belsonic Festival

Ormeau Park Belfast, Ireland

BELSONIC returns across several weekends with some of the biggest acts going.

Theatre, Arts & Culture

Evening of Mediumship, Newtownards at The Queen's Hall Newtownards

Evening of Mediumship, Newtownards

Friday 21st August

7:15pm - 9:15pm

The Queen's Hall Newtownards

Evening of Mediumship, Newtownards

The Queen's Hall Newtownards

Experience an unforgettable evening of connecting with departed loved ones as you join Angela Dunlop, a gifted psychic medium. Secure your spot today!

Evening of Mediumship, Lansdowne at The Lansdowne Hotel

Evening of Mediumship, Lansdowne

Wednesday 22nd July

7:30pm - 9:30pm

The Lansdowne Hotel , Belfast

Evening of Mediumship, Lansdowne

The Lansdowne Hotel , Belfast

Experience an unforgettable evening of connecting with departed loved ones as you join Angela Dunlop, a gifted psychic medium. Secure your spot today!

Sin city cabaret at The Empire Music Hall

Sin city cabaret

Saturday 22nd August

7:00pm - 11:45pm

The Empire Music Hall, Belfast

Sin city cabaret

The Empire Music Hall, Belfast

Sin city cabaret bring their world class show to the iconic Belfast venue The empire. A blend of burlesque, freakshow, circus and variety acts.

Intro to fire performance. at Circusful

Intro to fire performance.

Sunday 5th July

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Circusful, Belfast

Intro to fire performance.

Circusful, Belfast

Join international fire perforner SHANANIGANS for an intro to fire workshop

Experiences & Attractions

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR at The Ayr Pavilion

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR

Saturday 4th July

1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Ayr Pavilion

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR

The Ayr Pavilion

Family Fun Rave Debut at The Pavilion in Ayr,Youngsters bring all your friends because 1994 Family Fun Day is having another all ages, massive Rave up

Pride Family at Oh Yeah Music Centre

Saturday 25th July

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Join us after the Belfast Pride Parade for a day party bringing together children, parents, friends and allies for a celebration of community and fun.

Family Days Out

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR at The Ayr Pavilion

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR

Saturday 4th July

1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Ayr Pavilion

1994 Family Fun Day Rave Sunshine in the AYR

The Ayr Pavilion

Family Fun Rave Debut at The Pavilion in Ayr,Youngsters bring all your friends because 1994 Family Fun Day is having another all ages, massive Rave up

Pride Family at Oh Yeah Music Centre

Saturday 25th July

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

Join us after the Belfast Pride Parade for a day party bringing together children, parents, friends and allies for a celebration of community and fun.

Stranraer events, clubs, gigs and what's on

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