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Events
Events, held throughout the year, are another opportunity to experience the warmth of the people as well as the richness and vibrancy of our heritage and culture.Our local fairs and festivals are often found to be places where strangers leave as friends.
The Latest Events from Strabane.
- Traditional Music Sessions With CRAIC
Enjoy a variety of pub sessions, workshops and music lessons .Events are held throughout the year.Everyone welcome.For further information check out www.craiconline.net
- Strabane Farmers' Market
Last Saturday of Each MonthAn opportunity to sample locally produced foods and crafts at an event which continues to add flavour and excitement to the town of Strabane.Venue: Score Site, Strabane from 9.00am to 1.30pm.
- Promote Your Event To A Wider Audience
Strabane Tourist Information Centre can provide event and festival organisers with a platform for marketing local events which have the potential to attract visitors to the area or simply encourage them to stay longer. If you are running a local event (e.g. a festival , family fun day, cultural event, traditional music session, talks on local history & heritage, guided walks, or golf , angling or equestrian competition ) and are interested in promoting it to a wider audience contact Strabane Tourist Information Centre on 028 7138 4444.
- "Successful Events" Conference- Strabane
Wednesday 15th February 2012Strabane District Council in partnership with the Association of Irish Festival Events (AOIFE), Voluntary Arts Ireland (VAI) and The North West Volunteer Centre (NWVC) will host a series of talks and workshps in the Alley Theatre/Strabane Community Library focussing on the steps necessary to organise a successful festival or event.
To register please contact Gillian Turner @ The Department of Culture, Arts & Leisure, Strabane District Council on 02871 382204. Ext: 299
- The Alley Gallery Presents "Ulster Sports Museum Travelling Exhibition"
20th February 2012 - 16th March 2012Created by the Ulster Sports Museum Association this unique exhibition celebrates Ulster's past sporting achievments .The exhibition will also looks at a range of local sports and sporting heroes, and will include memorabilia from the north-west.
For further information contact the Alley box office on 028 7138 4444
- Newtownstewart Drama Festival 2012
Friday 24th February - Saturday 3rd March 2012The Newtownstewart Drama Festival is an eight night annual amateur drama festival attacting the top, award winning groups from all over Ireland.
For further information check out www.newtownstewartdramafestival.com or e-mail : newtownstewartdramafestival@gmail.com or contact Geraldine on 028 8166 2932.
- Strabane Farmers' Market
Saturday 25th February 2012An opportunity to sample locally produced foods and crafts at an event which continues to add flavour and excitement to the town of Strabane.Last Saturday of Each Month.
Venue: Score Site, Strabane from 9.00am to 1.30pm
- Strabane Drama Festival 2012
Friday 16th March- Saturday 24th March 2012The Alley is once again delighted to be hosting Irelands leading drama festival. Join us as this intimate venue comes alive with productions from all over Ireland including Wexford, Newtownstewart, Lifford, Dublin, Belfast, Ballyshannon to name but a few all eager to take title of best play.
For further information contact Aodh on 028 7138 3111
- Strabane's St Patrick's Day Celebrations
Saturday 17th March 2012.Join in the fun and festivities of the Strabane St Patrick's Day Parade- a day for everyone to celebrate and enjoy.
For further information check out www.strabanestpaddysday.info or contact the St Patrick's Day Committee on (028 )7188 0878- or E-mail: strabanestpatricksday@gmail.com
- The North West Music & Brass Band Festival, Strabane
Friday 23rd March- Saturday 31st March 2012The Alley Arts & Conference Centre is pleased to be welcoming back for another year the highly successful North West Music Festival consisting of workshops, brass band performances and the magnificent Brass Band Spring Finals . A must see event for all lovers of music.
For further information contact the Alley box office on 028 7138 4444
- The Alley Gallery Presents " Myles Away from Illustration" Exhibition
26th March 2012 - 20th April 2012An exploration iin the relationship between the visual and the literary arts in the writings of Flann O'Brien.
For further information contact the Alley box office on 028 7138 4444
- Grays Printing Press Open Day
Monday 4th June 2012For further information Tel: 028 8674 8210
Details To Be Confirmed
- Strabane Fair Day & Old Time Dance & Ceili
Saturday 30th June 2012Among the premier events held in Co.Tyrone & the Sperrins , the Strabane Fair Day promises a feast of family fun. street entertainment, crafts, stalls and music all combining to create a unique carnival atmosphere.The festival finishes in real traditional style with an old time dance and ceili providing an opportunity to rekindle old memories or create a few new ones.
For further information contact Jean Smyth on 028 7138 2204
- Grays Printing Press Independence Day Celebrations
Wednesday 4th July 2012For further information Tel: 028 8674 8210
Details To Be Confirmed
- Grays Printing Press Open Days
Thursday 12th July- Friday 13th July 2012For further information Tel: 028 8674 8210
Details To Be Confirmed
- The Glenelly Rockin by the River Festival 2012
Sunday 15th July 2012- Sunday 22nd July 2012For further information E-mail glenelly.festival@hotmail.co.uk
The Glenelly Rockin By The River Festival provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the scenic Sperrin Mountains while sampling a bit of Craic along the way! Events range from hill walks, vintage displays , family fun day and the very best in traditional , country and contemporary music.
- Grays Printing Press Open Day
Monday 27th August 2012For further information Tel: 028 8674 8210
Details To Be Confirmed
