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12–18 October 2026 · Include

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Every event in the Good Relations Week 2026 programme. Most are free, all are open to anyone, and they run right across Northern Ireland.

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3 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

Muddy fingers Pottery Workshop and Mooncake Festival

Making figurines with clay followed by a meal at nearby restaurant.

When
3 dates · 26 Sep – 24 Oct
Where
St Michael's Community Hall, Fermanagh & Omagh
Invitation only Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

'Celebrating Diversity' Teacher Professional Development Training

A one-day training for teachers interested to implement the award winning Buddy Up! Key Stage 1 Celebrating Diversity Programme

When
Thu 1 Oct
Where
North City Business Centre, Belfast
Finished £285.00 per participant In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Behind the Mask

Create your own expressive mask and reflect on your authentic self through creative activities

When
Fri 9 Oct
Where
West Armagh Consortium, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

An Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy

Discover the art of Shodo, the Japanese practice of calligraphy at Lisburn City Library.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

BHSCT Staff Training - Traveller Awareness

Online training supporting BHSCT staff to increase understanding of Traveller communities and support more inclusive service delivery.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Online
Finished Invitation only Free Online

Workshop, training or seminar

Brain Gym for Good Relations Week

A session of puzzles, games and simple activities to gently challenge the mind. Taking place in Greystone Library.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Greystone Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Finished Free In person Booking needed
4 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

CLOSED EVENT Diversity Education Programme

Four facilitators from four countries (Venezuela, Palestine, Ukraine and Nigeria) will be delivering closed cultural education workshops into primary schools across the Causeway Coast and Glens.

When
4 dates · 12 Oct – 15 Oct
Where
Various schools, Causeway Coast & Glens
Finished Invitation only Free In person
3 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

Cultural Diversity, Respect & Inclusion Workshop

An engaging workshop helping young people understand cultural diversity, challenge stereotypes and appreciate different perspectives. Through practical activities, pupils learn how they can help create a more respectful and inclusive community.

When
3 dates · 12 Oct – 16 Oct
Where
Online
Finished £125 per class Online Booking needed
5 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

Free Shared Education Trip to Dream Space at W5 LIFE

Is your school planning a shared education trip as part of Good Relations Week? Join us in Dream Space at W5 LIFE with your shared education partner school for a free STEM-focused workshop with an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration.

When
5 dates · 12 Oct – 16 Oct
Where
W5 LIFE, Belfast
Finished Free In person Booking needed
5 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

Good Relations Creative Arts Competition

Youth Initiatives Regional Youth Creative Arts Competition - throughout Good Relations Week young people aged 11-19yrs are invited to submit an entry under the theme 'Inclusion'.

When
5 dates · 12 Oct – 16 Oct
Where
Youth Community Hubs, Belfast
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Honouring Her Journey, An Introduction to Inclusive and Trauma-Informed Yoga for Women

For yoga teachers, movement facilitators, wellness practitioners, students and anyone curious about trauma-informed practice. Explore how women's life stories live in the body and how teaching language can offer real choice and safety.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Shakti Wellness Studio & Clinic , Belfast
Finished £15 per person In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Include, Respect, Fly

Take part in a fun, creative kite-making workshop exploring inclusion, friendship, respect and kindness. Children, young people and families can design their own kite while learning about positive relationships, diversity and belonging.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Maghaberry Community Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Japanese Tea Ceremony

An interactive cultural session introducing participants to Japanese tea culture, traditions and storytelling. The workshop will explore the significance of tea in Japanese culture, including its role in everyday life and bringing people together.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Greystone Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Finished Free In person Booking needed
2 dates

Workshop, training or seminar

Practical Conflict Resolution Training Programme

Free Practical Conflict Resolution Training Programme: Build Skills, Create Understanding. Gain practical tools to facilitate dialogue, resolve conflict and support positive relationships in your community.

When
2 dates · 12 Oct – 14 Oct
Where
Ulster University at Coleraine, Derry City & Strabane
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Practical Conflict Resolution Training Programme

Free Practical Conflict Resolution Training Programme: Build Skills, Create Understanding. Gain practical tools to facilitate dialogue, resolve conflict and support positive relationships in your community.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Ulster University-Derry-Londonderry Campus, Derry City & Strabane
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

SCHOOLS DEMOCRACY EVENT

An opportunity for local students to discover how local government works, understand its role, responsibilities, and explore how they can have a voice in their community.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Townhall , Fermanagh & Omagh
Finished Invitation only Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Sew on your Award Badges

Are you a girlguide, brownie or scout? Do you have award badges that aren’t sewn on? Come along and gain some sewing skills to show off what you’ve achieved to date.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Sew Ready, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished £5 per child In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Celebrating cultures - connecting communities

A multicultural cooking demonstration, authentic global cuisine tastings, traditional apparel displays, geographic quizzes, and more.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Bishop Street Community Centre, Derry City & Strabane
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Drumming Workshop

African Drumming Workshop in Rathcoole Library - all welcome. In partnership with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Rathcoole Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Human Rights Workshop: Lumen Christi

The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission will be running a human rights workshop for students at Lumen Christi College in Derry/Londonderry.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Lumen Christi College, Derry City & Strabane
Finished Invitation only Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Include, Respect, Fly

Take part in a fun, creative kite-making workshop exploring inclusion, friendship, respect and kindness. Children, young people and families can design their own kite while learning about positive relationships, diversity and belonging.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Ballyoran Community Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person