Things to Do This Easter Weekend

Easter weekend is one of the best times to explore Northern Ireland. Longer days, lighter evenings, and just enough spring warmth to get outdoors, paired with a calendar full of family-friendly events, local experiences, and places worth slowing down for.

If you’re based in or around our developments in Comber, Lisburn, Ballymoney, Cargan and Ballyclare, here’s how to make the most of the long weekend.

Comber & Strangford Lough

Comber is perfectly placed for a quieter, more scenic Easter weekend.

• Head to WWT Castle Espie for Easter Adventures, running across the holidays with nature trails, wildlife spotting and family activities.
• Explore nearby Moat Park in Dundonald for an easy afternoon walk, playground time, or a relaxed picnic by the river.
• Take a drive along Strangford Lough, ideal for a slow Sunday with coffee stops and coastal views

This is Easter at its simplest: outdoors, unhurried, and close to home.

Lisburn

Lisburn comes alive over Easter with activities built around families.

• Laganvale Farm is running dedicated Easter sessions with hands-on farm experiences and seasonal activities. 
• Spend a full day at Dundonald International Ice Bowl, ice skating, bowling and indoor fun all under one roof.
• For something slower, take a walk through Hillsborough Forest Park, especially as everything starts to come into bloom

A great option if you want variety without travelling far.

Ballymoney & The Causeway Coast

If you’re closer to Ballymoney, there’s plenty happening across the Causeway Coast.

• Rosepark Farm hosts an Easter scavenger hunt with crafts, animals, and classic farm fun for children.
• Expect live music and a lively atmosphere across nearby coastal towns throughout the weekend Or keep it simple with a coastal walk.
• Portrush, Portballintrae or Ballycastle are all within easy reach.

It’s a mix of activity and atmosphere, ideal for a longer day out.

Cargan & Surrounding Areas

Cargan is all about access to the outdoors.

• Visit Glenarm Castle & Gardens, reopening for the season with walking trails, food spots and family-friendly activities.
• Spend a day at Carnfunnock Country Park, where coastal views meet woodland walks and open space.
• Or simply take advantage of the surrounding countryside, ideal for a reset after a busy week.

This is where Easter feels like a proper break.

Ballyclare

In Ballyclare, Easter is less about big plans and more about making the most of where you are.

• Enjoy local walks, coffee spots and slower mornings
• Head into the surrounding Antrim countryside for a relaxed afternoon
• Or use it as a base to explore both Belfast and the North Coast with ease

It’s the kind of place where a simple plan is often the best one.

Make the Most of the Long Weekend

Across Northern Ireland, Easter brings everything from egg hunts and farm experiences to coastal walks and live music

But more than anything, it’s a chance to step outside, spend time together, and enjoy where you live.

And that’s exactly what our developments are designed for, putting you close to the places, moments and weekends that matter.