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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.
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393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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

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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.

Happening today

Wednesday 14 October — a few of the 66 events on across Northern Ireland today.

14 Oct
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Inclusion Mosaic

Through Padlet and GC, pupils from our 4 partner SE schools will share images representing their identity and contribute their thoughts on what inclusion means, creating a shared space where all pupils can view and learn from one another's contributions.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 9am–3.30pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
14 Oct

Discussion or talk

Growing Good Relations: Connecting with Nature

Portaferry Library invites you to celebrate the connection between people, wildlife and the environment.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 2.30pm–3.30pm
Where
Portaferry Library, Ards & North Down
Free In person Booking needed
14 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

BELONGING. What does it mean to belong?

In the face of racist violence, the challenges of integrating other ethnic groups, and the concerns many Christians have about Islamism how should we enact the second greatest commandment of Jesus? (Matt 22: 37-40) This event will provide a safe space to

When
Wed 14 Oct · 7.30pm–9pm
Where
C F C Cafe, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
14 Oct

Storytelling

Spanish Storytime

Spanish Storytime at Antrim library for children aged 4-11.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 3.15pm–4.15pm
Where
Antrim Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Free In person Booking needed
14 Oct

Video or archive footage

A Space and Place for All Watch Party

A watch party to showcase a series of short videos created by young people discussing what inclusion means to them that will be released on social media throughout Good Relations week.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 7.30pm–8pm
Where
Belfast YMCA , Belfast
Invitation only Free In person
14 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Adult Watercolour Craft

Local Scenes Watercolour painting session in Rathfriland Library

When
Wed 14 Oct · 3pm–4pm
Where
Rathfriland Library , Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Free In person Booking needed
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There is no wrong question. If you are not sure whether your event belongs in the programme, or you are halfway through the form and something will not behave, tell us and we will sort it.

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