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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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13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 9am–3.30pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Online
Free Online Booking needed
13 Oct
3 dates

Other

Greater Shantallow Community Arts "A Voice for Youth" Good Relations Programme @Studio 2

A Voice for Youth is our integrated Creative Youth Good Relations programme engaging 360 young people from 12 schools from across DCSDC area in a six week programme of Dance, Singing, Drama and Arts & Crafts bringing children together creatively explore

When
Tue 13 Oct · 9am–12.30pm
Where
Studio2 Youth & Community Arts Centre ,Units 2-3 Foyle Business Park,4 Beraghmore Road,Skeoge Industrial Estate, Derry City & Strabane
Invitation only Free In person
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Bangor Carnegie Library, Ards & North Down
Free In person
13 Oct

Faith or cultural event

Mini Mela

Mini Mela event in partnership with Carryduff Primary School

When
Tue 13 Oct · 9.30am–2pm
Where
Carryduff Primary School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
13 Oct

Other

Churches Trust Project Launch - 'A Space for Everyone'

Launch of a cross-community creative arts project involving pupils from Longtower, Nazareth House and Fountain Primary Schools, focused on inclusion, belonging and celebrating diversity.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 9.30am–10.30am
Where
Churches Trust Youth Space, Derry City & Strabane
Invitation only Free In person
13 Oct

Other

Belfast Trust - Traveller Network Meeting

The Belfast Health & Social Care Trust's Traveller Network are meeting as part of the work of the Community Development Team.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
13 Oct
3 dates

Other

Good Relations Week with LOTUS RVRA

A good relations themed week with The LOTUS Group at Roe Valley Residents Association in Limavady.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–2.50pm
Where
RVRA Hub, Causeway Coast & Glens
Invitation only Free In person
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
W5 LIFE, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
13 Oct

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 · 10am–1pm
Where
Bishop Street Community Centre, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person Booking needed
13 Oct

Discussion or talk

Living Library

Living Library is an interactive experience where people become "living books", sharing their real-life stories and experiences through open conversations.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–1pm
Where
Belfast City Centre Venue, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–4pm
Where
New Gate Arts and Culture Centre, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Newcastle Library, Newry, Mourne & Down
Free In person
13 Oct
7 dates

Other

Include: Drop In & Connect

Drop in to one of our local Include: Drop In & Connect sessions during Good Relations Week 2026. Meet Council officers, enjoy a tea or coffee, find out about local services, share ideas and connect with others in a friendly and welcoming environment.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–1pm
Where
See event description, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
13 Oct
6 dates

Exhibition

Inspire Art Exhibition

Mid Ulster Inspire art showcase in Cookstown Library.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–7.30pm
Where
Cookstown Library, Mid Ulster
Free In person
13 Oct
4 dates

Other

Our Community Our Story

Celebrate Good Relations Week by helping create a community mural in Whitehead Library.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–7pm
Where
Whitehead Library, Mid & East Antrim
Free In person
13 Oct

Other

Positive Ageing Fair

Embrace and explore the opportunities of growing older at Lisburn City Library's Positive Ageing Fair.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10am–1pm
Where
Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
13 Oct

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 · 10.30am–11.30am
Where
Lumen Christi College, Derry City & Strabane
Invitation only Free In person
13 Oct
3 dates

Other

Community Mural

Help build something together this Good Relations Week. Drop by Broughshane Library to add your own splash of colour to our growing community mural.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–8pm
Where
Broughshane Library, Mid & East Antrim
Free In person
13 Oct

Exhibition

SHARED EDUCATION CAREERS EVENT

FODC GR Team are supporting this event hosted by Strule Shared Education Campus. Bringing young people together through shared learning to build connections and explore future opportunities.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–4.30pm
Where
Omagh Leisure Complex, Fermanagh & Omagh
Invitation only Free In person
13 Oct

Exhibition

Strule Shared Education Campus: Careers West Exhibition

Careers West is back for its second year of providing young people with a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse range of companies and organisations to learn about the career pathways available to them.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–4.30pm
Where
Omagh Leisure Complex, Fermanagh & Omagh
Free In person
13 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
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–11.40am
Where
Craic Theatre, Mid Ulster
Free In person Booking needed
13 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Sewing for Beginners - make, do and mend

A practical sewing workshop where we will introduce you to simple garment repairs.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–12pm
Where
Sew Ready, Lisburn & Castlereagh
£10. This includes your sewi... In person Booking needed
13 Oct
2 dates

Celebration or social

Good Relations Week Drop In

Join us during Good Relations Week in Kells and Connor Library for a cuppa and conversation.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 10.30am–5pm
Where
Kells and Connor Library, Mid & East Antrim
Free In person