A carnival parade, old vehicles cavalcade, tea dances, ceilidhs, music, stalls and much much more – it’s Ballymoney Spring Fair!

Organised by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, with support from Ballymoney Chamber of Commerce and FUSE FM, the 2026 Ballymoney Spring Fair will take place from Thursday, April 16 to Saturday, April 18.

The festivities begin on Thursday at 10am with a heritage walk led by Keith Beattie, exploring the history of the “tap an’ bottom o’ the Toon.” Later that afternoon, Ballymoney Community Cinema will host a screening of The Greatest Showman at 3.30pm in the Town Hall.

The much-loved Tea Dance returns to a new venue of the British Legion from 6:30-8:30pm, before the first evening concludes with a lively Ceilidh Session in the Diamond Bar from 9pm.

placeholder image — Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, pictured with Winnie Mellet, President of Ballymoney Chamber of Commerce, alongside representatives from Ballymoney Chamber of Commerce, CAN (Compass Advocacy Network), Lislagan Farm and FUSE FM at the launch of the 2026 Ballymoney Spring Fair. CREDIT CCGBC

Friday continues the celebrations with another 10am heritage walk along Meeting House Street and Castle Street. Entertainment then starts in Castlecroft from 11am with Fuse FM and Ballymoney Country Market.

Country sensation Jason Hughes, as Ireland’s own Garth Brooks, performs from 1-3pm accompanied by other well-known Country tribute acts. Ballymoney Community Cinema will be showing Smurfs at 3.30pm in the Town Hall.

Benvarden Gardens have special opening hours for the Ballymoney Spring Fair on Friday and Saturday from 11am – 4.30pm, where visitors can browse the historic estate, take a stroll through walled gardens and stop by their quaint tearoom for something to eat or drink.

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Saturday will commence with a Quiet Time Session which will run from 11am – 12 noon, providing an opportunity for individuals with additional needs to enjoy some of the activities such as Kidz Farm and Carnival Games in a more relaxed environment.

Ballymoney Country Market will take over the streets on Saturday from 11am – 4pm. The popular Maypole dance display opens the fair at 12 noon on High Street followed by more carnival games, family attractions and live music from FUSE FM.

At 12 noon, Ravara Obedience and Agility Club will also be showcasing their skills in Taggarts Yard, giving visitors the chance to see impressive agility displays from the club’s talented dogs – and even the opportunity to put their own pets through their paces on the obstacle course.

Ballymoney Old Vehicle Club will be showcasing their annual vehicle display at the Station Square with a variety of vintage cars and tractors along with a local haulier’s truck display held at the Grease Pit from 12 noon.

All vehicles will then come together to form a cavalcade at 2:30pm which will travel through the town from Seymour Street, Meeting House Street, Queen Street, Victoria Street, Charles Street, High Street, Townhead Street, Model School Road, leaving via Coleraine Road.

The Spring Fair will come to a colourful close on Saturday afternoon as the carnival parade sets off from the Town Hall at 3.30pm in a spring-themed spectacle of music and performance.

Travelling down High Street and Main Street before returning to Townhead Street, the parade promises a vibrant celebration for spectators of all ages.

With Ballymoney Country Market stalls, a wealth of independent boutiques and businesses offering special Spring Fair promotions, and a full programme of activity across the town, visitors will have plenty of opportunities to shop local and enjoy everything Ballymoney has to offer.