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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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45 events on Monday 12 October, filtered

12 Oct

Celebration or social

From MME Council to MME Thinktank: The Relaunch

MME Council is now MME Thinktank. We are launching our new website to align with the 'Include' theme. This digital hub provides accessible research and advocacy tools to amplify minority voices and drive policy change across Northern Ireland.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 12.01am–11pm
Where
Online
Free Online
12 Oct
2 dates

Tour or walk

shared litter pick action cancer big bus

shared classes will take part in a local park litter pick action cancer big bus is book for parents from both school to avail of

When
Mon 12 Oct · 9am–4pm
Where
Peoples park , Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Free Both in person and online Booking needed
12 Oct
7 dates

Showcase or award

Antrim Community Grab a Grand - Applications Open

Community groups in the Antrim area can apply for a £1,000 award through Antrim Community Grab a Grand. Seventeen grants are available to support local projects, activities, events and initiatives that benefit the wider community.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Online
Free Online Booking needed
12 Oct
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
Mon 12 Oct · 9am–2.30pm
Where
Online
£125 per class Online Booking needed
12 Oct
6 dates

Exhibition

'Include': Stories of Home Exhibiton

Bangor Carnegie Library hosts an exhibition to celebrate the diverse voices and experiences that make up our local community.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 9am–8pm
Where
Bangor Carnegie Library, Ards & North Down
Free In person
12 Oct
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
Mon 12 Oct · 9.30am–5.30pm
Where
Ulster University at Coleraine, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct

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 · 9.30am–12pm
Where
Townhall , Fermanagh & Omagh
Invitation only Free In person
12 Oct

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 · 9.30am–5.30pm
Where
Ulster University at Coleraine, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person
12 Oct
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
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
W5 LIFE, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct

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 · 10am–12pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
12 Oct
6 dates

Storytelling

Multicultural Café and Storytelling Morning

Bring along a favourite family recipe to Newcastle Library and share the personal or cultural story behind it.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Newcastle Library, Newry, Mourne & Down
Free In person
12 Oct
6 dates

Exhibition

Inspire Art Exhibition

Mid Ulster Inspire art showcase in Cookstown Library.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–5.30pm
Where
Cookstown Library, Mid Ulster
Free In person
12 Oct

Tour or walk

St. Comgalls - A History of Community Development

A cross-community visit to St. Comgalls including a guided tour of the building and a follow-up discussion on the history of its development as a community hub.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12.30pm
Where
St. Comgalls Ionad Eileen Howell, Belfast
Free In person
12 Oct

Celebration or social

Banter and a Brew

Special Coffee Morning in Finaghy Library for Good Relations Week

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Finaghy Library, Belfast
Free In person
12 Oct
3 dates

Exhibition

Beyond the Uniform Photo Exhibition

What do you see when you look at a band uniform? Beyond the Uniform invites you to look again, meet the people behind the uniform and discover their stories, lives, contributions, friendships and the role music and belonging play in their communities.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–4pm
Where
New Gate Arts and Culture Centre, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person
12 Oct

Storytelling

Sensory Storytime

Good Relations Week Sensory Storytime at Armagh City Library

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10.30am–11am
Where
Armagh City Library, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct

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 · 10.30am–11.30am
Where
Greystone Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct
11 dates

Performance, drama, music or film

EVAWG-Called Out! Play

Find out more about Called Out!, a powerful theatre-based programme bringing schools and partners together across Mid Ulster to promote respect, healthy relationships and safer communities.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10.30am–11.40am
Where
Craic Theatre, Mid Ulster
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct

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 · 11am–12pm
Where
Greystone Library, Antrim & Newtownabbey
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct
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
Mon 12 Oct · 11am–12pm
Where
Various schools, Causeway Coast & Glens
Invitation only Free In person
12 Oct

Celebration or social

Tea Party Time!

Celebrate Good Relations Week in Carryduff Library with a cuppa and a friendly chat.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 11am–12pm
Where
Carryduff Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person