What's On

Don't miss the Royal Ulster Academy exhibition.

The Royal Ulster Academy (RUA) is the largest and longest established body of practicing visual artists in Northern Ireland and its Annual Exhibition is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland arts calendar.  The Exhibition showcases work from emerging and established artists from all over the world alongside work by RUA Academicians and Associate Members. Including well known artists including those from Fermanagh Denise Ferran PPRUA  , Mavis Thomson RUA , Anthony Scott ARUA. Now in its 137th year, it continues to provide a platform for contemporary painting, sculpture, film, printmaking, photography and installation. Royal Ulster Academy Exhibition runs until 2 March at Waterways Ireland Exhibition Centre in Enniskillen.

Visit Fermanagh's most popular visitor attractions for free!

Fermanagh Open Weekend is the perfect opportunity for you to visit and experience some of Fermanagh’s top visitor attractions. With a wealth of visitor attractions in Fermanagh take this opportunity to visit and explore what we have to offer. Bring your family and friends and make a day of it, travelling from one attraction to the next. There is something for everyone. For those of you visiting the county then why not make a night of it! With many local accommodation providers offering great deals for the weekend you’ll be spoilt for choice. Fermanagh has a wide variety of accommodation types - from luxury hotels to Bed & Breakfasts, or country houses. Choose from a host of options as varied as Fermanagh’s beautiful landscape. For more visit  https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/accommodation/ Come join us for this very special weekend, 1-3 March 2019. For more information on the Discover Fermanagh Open Weekend contact Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre +44(0)28 6632 3110 or visit: http://www.fermanaghlakelands.com/Discover-Fermanagh-Open-Weekend-A362

Join free bilingual puppet show packed full of excitement and adventure hosted by Strule Arts Centre. 

Maggie is the star of the Little Gem Puppets show but she has a very unusual companion – can you guess who that might be? Then why not try out your own puppeteering skills in the bilingual workshop on making paper bag puppets, great for all ages, ideal for 4-8 years old. Book online at www.enniskillencastle.co.uk If you are feeling more energetic try out other town's attractions  https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/leisure-and-attractions/ or if you get hungry drop in for a coffee and dinner to one of many food bars in town https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/  

Come along to the monthly disco to dance the night away, socialise and make new friends.

Island Disco is a Fermanagh and Omagh District Council event for adults with a disability. The DJ will be playing a range of music from ABBA to Derek Ryan. The Bar will be open for attendees to purchase a drink or some snacks. If you can come independently you are welcome to do so; if you need to bring someone to support you, they can come for free by completing a PASS Scheme Registration Form. For more information please contact the Box Office or email ardhowen@fermanaghomagh.com. Suitable for 18+ years. Full price is £3.00  

Come & meet some of the top angling celebrities. 

Fishing Tackle & Bait are hosting the biggest FREE Angling event including a Goodie Bag worth £30 for the first 100 people each day. Join us to meet angling celebrities and brand representatives ready to give you FREE advice and answer any of your questions. Companies attending: Daiwa, Preston Innovations, Sensas, Sonubaits, Westin, Snowbee, Quantum, Pure Fishing, Savage Gear, Shimano, Tubertini, MAP, Wychwood, Leeda, Minn Kota, Humminbird, Airflo, Fulling Mill, Frankie Mc Phillips, Vision Fly Fishing, Mainline and Strike Pro.  For more information visit https://en-gb.facebook.com/fishingtackleandbait/ Coming to an open weekend? Consider checking one of a few local bars which offers delicious food and drinks, go to: https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/

Join us for a half day conference exploring key influential women in history.

Conference will also highlight what everyday life was like for ordinary women during 1912-1922. There will also be an historical re-enactment and a poetry reading. Guest speakers include: – Dr Alex Tierney (Trinity College Dublin) – Maureen Hetherington (The Junction) Transport may be available from Omagh to Fermanagh for the event upon request. Lunch will be provided. Participants are also invited to attend a fringe event at Enniskillen Castle from 1:00pm to view the exhibition: Suffragettes, Scholars, Sisters and Spies, the women of Fermanagh 100 years ago. This exhibition highlights Fermanagh’s forgotten and famous daughters from the early 20th Century. To register please contact Pauline Clarke, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council:- Telephone: 0300 303 1777 Email: Pauline.clarke@fermanaghomagh.com    

Come and enjoy a nine night amateur drama festival staged in the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen's home of theatre, music and culture.

This festival will appeal to those new to the theatre and the seasoned theatre goer. There will be a wide range of plays on offer, comedy, tragedy, well known and also new writing from local groups and those further afield. The nightly adjudications from our well respected and knowledgeable adjudicator will enable all the audience to gain an insight into the writing, performing, production and directing of plays and is likely to be of use to Drama and Performing Arts students as well. To find more specific details about this festival go to https://ardhowen.com/whats-on/ Come to the town early evening and settle yourself at one of the bars and enjoy a meal or a drink at one of Enniskillen's fabulous restaurants https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/

Join us for a unique Enniskillen taste experience.

A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon and to discover the Island town of Enniskillen is through its food and drink guided walking tour. Along the way to sample an indulgent mix of food and drink your private food guide will introduce you to the tastes, sounds, and sights of Enniskillen. The food takes center stage thus you definitely won’t leave hungry. You will be also offered a few alcoholic beverages, so it’s best to leave the car keys behind.

If you need to consider staying for a night, visit one of local hotels here.

Enniskillen taste experience walking tours take place on Saturdays 11.00am at The Enniskillen Castle. For booking please visit Enniskillen taste experience website.

 

Enjoy St Patrick's Day parade and fun day in Enniskillen.

The Enniskillen St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be a lively event for all the family with a colourful parade and a family fun day, all happening on March 17. The fun starts at the Broadmeadow with special guests and activities. Come and enjoy a free outdoor activities including face painting, bouncy castles, dance performances, free tasty treats, and live music from Full Moon Fever. On Lough Erne will host the Wakeboarding Leprechauns and St Patrick himself will be making his spectacular arrival via Castle Island before doing a meet and greet in the area. The parade itself will start from the Lakeland Forum at 3.30 pm and ‘Snaking’ it’s way around Ireland’s only island town will be a mix of traditional and carnivalesque floats, music and dancing performances. This year has a theme of Go Green In 19, come dressed the part and we’ll be handing out some environmental freebies to help you get into the festival spirit. This year's wonderful parade is not to be missed! To find out more about St Patrick's Day visit https://projectstpatrick.com/ For further information on places to stay or dine in Enniskillen click on https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/accommodation/ or https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/  

Treat your mum to an afternoon tea cruise on stunning Upper Lough Erne whilst feasting on delicious cakes and fancies.

For £18 per person guests will enjoy a delicious afternoon tea spread and a guided tour of beautiful Upper Lough Erne. Afternoon Tea is a perfect gift for a loved one, or why not treat yourself? Dates available:

• Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea and Cruise – 31st March
• Spring High Tea Cruise – 18th May
• Afternoon Tea and Cruise – 22nd June
• Afternoon Tea and Cruise – 20th July
• Afternoon Tea and Cruise – 17th August

Prices: £18 per person £5 per Under 5s Under 2s go free For any further enquiries or if you wish to make a booking please ring : +44 (0) 28 677 22122 or email: info@sharevillage.org For other water activities please visit: https://sharevillage.org/water-activities/ This unique Afternoon Tea is not to be missed, and must be pre-booked!

Enjoy an evening of theatre greatness when you book tickets for Johnny McEvoy at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen. Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent shows and his current nationwide concert tour is getting a huge response from his legion of fans. This nostalgic evening of 'Song and Story' features his many hit songs, including ‘Muirsin Durkan’, ‘The Boston Burglar’, ‘Those Brown Eyes’, ‘Long Before Your Time’ as well as songs from his new album. His songs are haunting, evocative and beautifully presented with many in the folk and ballad style. Johnny has been one of the most enduring and talented singer/songwriters in these islands over the past 50 years. His concert performance is second to none with his songs beautifully delivered in truly artistic fashion and storytelling of the finest order. To book tickets please visit: https://ardhowen.com/show/an-evening-with-johnny-mcevoy/ Come to the town early evening and settle yourself at one of the bars and enjoy a meal or a drink at one of Enniskillen's fabulous restaurants https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/

Join us for a unique Enniskillen taste experience.

A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon and to discover the Island town of Enniskillen is through its food and drink guided walking tour. Along the way to sample an indulgent mix of food and drink your private food guide will introduce you to the tastes, sounds, and sights of Enniskillen. The food takes center stage thus you definitely won’t leave hungry. You will be also offered a few alcoholic beverages, so it’s best to leave the car keys behind.

If you need to consider staying for a night, visit one of local hotels here.

Enniskillen taste experience walking tours take place on Saturdays 11.00am at The Enniskillen Castle. For booking please visit Enniskillen taste experience website.

 

Come and see Milo the Magician in search of a rabbit for a new trick to wow audiences.

Milo the Magnificent isn't magnificent at all. His card trick is hopeless. His rope trick is useless and his hat trick is a total mess! Milo has one last chance - to pull a rabbit out of his hat at the next performance - or else! With carrot, string and stick, Milo heads for the woods in search of a rabbit. Instead he finds a bear, a very talented bear, whose sensational hat trick just might save Milo's magic act. Young audiences can expect magic, music and mischief in this delightful adventure from the multi-award winning Cahoots NI, based on the book by Jon Agee, adapted for the stage by Paul Bosco Mc Eneaney. Age recommendation: suitable for 3+ years. Based on the book: Milo’s Hat Trick © 2001, 2017 by Jon Agee. Originally published by Hyperion Books for Children. Reedition published by Dial Books for Young Readers. Used with the permission of Pippin Properties, Inc. Tickets: Full Price: £6.00 Family of 4: £22.00 Family of 5: £25.00 To book ticket call 028 66 32 54 40 If you are feeling more energetic after watching a struggling magician try out some Enniskillen's attractions  https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/leisure-and-attractions/ or if you get hungry drop in for a coffee and dinner to one of many food bars in town https://www.experience-enniskillen.com/food-and-drink/

Rory and the island - live music hitting the stage upstairs in Charlies bar in Enniskillen.

Whether your are local or new in the town, join us for an evening of live music music with Rory Gallagher and Sean Magee in Charlies bar in Enniskillen. Playing all the hits from the collection. Trad fiddle, hard hitting guitar, sing along good vibes! A great night out is just what the Doctor ordered. Rory Gallagher was the former lead singer/Bass guitarist with The Revs and now working under the project name Rory and the Island. He is a Donegal based singer/songwriter who has worked with artists as varied as Sharon Shannon, Josh McClorey, Finbar Furey, Steve Brow to name a few. For inquiries call: 028 6632 5303.