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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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16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 9am–3.30pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
16 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
Fri 16 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
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Bangor Carnegie Library, Ards & North Down
Free In person
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 9am–2.30pm
Where
Online
£125 per class Online Booking needed
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Online
Free Online Booking needed
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
W5 LIFE, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
16 Oct

Celebration or social

Good Relations Week Coffee Morning

Special coffee morning in Cregagh Library.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–1pm
Where
Cregagh Library, Belfast
Free In person
16 Oct

Other

Good Relations Team Information Stand

Lisnaskea Library hosts a Good Relations programme information morning with Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Lisnaskea Library, Fermanagh & Omagh
Free In person
16 Oct
4 dates

Other

Our Community Our Story

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

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–5pm
Where
Whitehead Library, Mid & East Antrim
Free In person
16 Oct
6 dates

Exhibition

Inspire Art Exhibition

Mid Ulster Inspire art showcase in Cookstown Library.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–5pm
Where
Cookstown Library, Mid Ulster
Free In person
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Newcastle Library, Newry, Mourne & Down
Free In person
16 Oct

Discussion or talk

POP UP

Meet the FODC GR Team, find out about our work and explore opportunities to connect, participate and build positive relationships in your community.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–1pm
Where
Lisnaskea Library, Fermanagh & Omagh
Free In person
16 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Water Safety Event

In Partnership with Lagan Search and rescue

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–11.30am
Where
Carryduff Primary School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Invitation only Free In person
16 Oct

Celebration or social

Cross-community Coffee Morning

St Brigid's PS and Knockloughrim PS are hosting a Cross-Community Coffee Morning on Friday 16th October at 10am in Lavey Termoneeny Centre to mark Good Relations Week 2026.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–11am
Where
Lavey Termoneeny Centre, Mid Ulster
Free In person
16 Oct

Discussion or talk

Walking Together: Heritage, Belonging and Shared Space

Join us for a guided heritage walk, followed by refreshments and conversation at The Churches Trust. Together we’ll explore our shared heritage, build connections and consider how we can make our city more welcoming and inclusive for everyone.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–2pm
Where
The Churches Trust 11 Limavady Road, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person Booking needed
16 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Forging Peace: The REACT Peace Arch Project

Victims and survivors of the Northern Ireland Troubles from different community backgrounds are working together to create a permanent Peace Arch at Moneypennys Forge as a lasting peace art installation carrying messages of hope, unity and peace.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10am–2pm
Where
Moneypennys Forge, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Invitation only Free In person
16 Oct
3 dates

Sporting event

Unity Cup

The Unity EURO Cup, organised by UEFA and UNHCR, uses football to bring together refugees and members of host communities, promoting inclusion, integration and belonging. Since its launch in 2022, the tournament has grown from eight teams to 22 teams for

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10.17am–4.23pm
Where
Coverciano Italy Training Venue , Belfast
Invitation only Free In person
16 Oct

Celebration or social

Coffee Morning & Local Information Event

Coffee morning and community information event in Rathfriland Library.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10.30am–12pm
Where
Rathfriland Library , Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Free In person
16 Oct

Celebration or social

Community Coffee Morning

Dromore Library is hosting a coffee morning for Good Relations Week.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10.30am–11.30am
Where
Dromore Library, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon
Free In person
16 Oct

Discussion or talk

Leadership for Peaceful Change – Women’s Critical Role in Peace Building

The Hume Foundation, Thornhill College and the students involved in Global Sisters host a conversation with Monica McWilliams, Brid Rodgers, Marie Brown, Foyle Women’s Aid, Deputy Mayor Cllr Catherine McDaid and one of the students from Global Sisters.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10.30am–12.30pm
Where
Thornhill College, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person
16 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
Fri 16 Oct · 10.30am–11.40am
Where
Craic Theatre, Mid Ulster
Free In person Booking needed
16 Oct

Conference

Garífuna International Forum 2026

The Garífuna International Forum 2026 invites participants to explore the extraordinary culture of the Garinagu at Ulster University's Coleraine Campus.

When
Fri 16 Oct · 10.30am–3.30pm
Where
Ulster University Coleraine, Causeway Coast & Glens
Free In person Booking needed