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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.

393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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Everyone. Everywhere. Every day.

This year’s theme is Include. Press play to meet some of the people bringing it to life across Northern Ireland.

Welcome to
Good Relations
Week 2026

Good Relations Week 2026, taking place from 12th to 18th October, embraces ‘Include’ as its theme, recognising that stronger communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued and respected.

This year’s campaign highlights the importance of inclusion, understanding and connection across all backgrounds, cultures and communities.

By showcasing the creativity, dedication and impact of local groups, organisations and individuals, we can highlight the positive work taking place to address challenges such as division, racism, inequality, isolation, health and wellbeing, poverty and education.

Get involved in Good Relations Week 2026 and help create a future where everyone feels they belong.

How to take part
Six people among autumn trees holding the Include sign for Good Relations Week 2026 — a man in a green and gold kurta with a ukulele, and a woman in a pink and yellow embroidered dress holding out its skirt.

A few things happening

Hundreds of events run across the week — walks, workshops, exhibitions, conversations over tea.

Celebration or social

Poetry and Pancakes : A Sense of Belonging

A special Poetry and Pancakes event to celebrate Good Relations Week in Newry City Library.

When
Wed 14 Oct
Where
Newry City Library, Newry, Mourne & Down
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

We all fit together - puzzle piece craft

Ballymoney Library hosts a special jigsaw puzzle craft session for Good Relations Week.

When
Sat 17 Oct
Where
Ballymoney Library, Causeway Coast & Glens
Finished Free In person

Exhibition

Funding Fair

Community groups, voluntary organisations and social enterprises from across the Mournes, Downpatrick, Rowallane and Slieve Croob areas are being encouraged to attend a District Funding Fair taking place this November.

When
Thu 12 Nov
Where
Ballynahinch Community Centre, Newry, Mourne & Down
Free In person
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