Get ready for a summer filled with creativity, discovery, and family fun at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum! Our Summer 2026 programme is bursting with FREE engaging activities and special events designed for children and families of all ages.
Running from early July through August, the programme offers a lively mix of FREE drop‑in activities, hands‑on workshops, trails, and relaxed sessions – perfect for making the most of the summer holidays while learning and creating together.
Children under seven years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note that booking is essential for most activities.
FREE Saturday Morning Drop‑In Arts and Crafts
Every Saturday from 18 July – Saturday 22 August 2026,10:00am – 12:00pm
Join our friendly team on Saturday mornings for creative, family-friendly arts and crafts sessions. These relaxed drop-in sessions are a great chance to explore new materials, get hands‑on, and enjoy making something together:
- Free
- No booking required
- Suitable for all ages
FREE Summer Movie Matinee
IF | Saturday 18 July 2026 | 2:30pm
The LEGO Batman Movie | Saturday 22 August 2026 | 2:30pm
To start and end our summer of fun, experience the magic of the big screen at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum! We are bringing a family favourite film to the Assembly Room for a cosy afternoon cinema experience.
Places are limited. Booking is essential via TicketSource.
FREE Bookable Summer Workshops
Monday 10 August – Thursday 13 August 2026
10:30am-11:30am & 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Monday 17 August – Thursday 20 August 2026
10:30 am – 11:30am & 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Dive into a series of FREE fun and imaginative summer workshops led by our experienced team. Workshop highlights include textile‑based crafts, clay creations, large outdoor games, mini‑beast hunts in Castle Gardens, and more!
Each session offers something new, encouraging creativity, curiosity, and hands‑on learning.
Places are limited. Booking is essential via TicketSource.
Reset Fridays – FREE Bookable Inclusive Sessions
Friday 7 August | 10:30am – 11:30am & 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Friday 14 August | 10:30am – 11:30am & 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Friday 21 August | 10:30am – 11:30am & 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Check out our ‘Reset Room’, a space where the family can enjoy arts and crafts workshops using sensory friendly resources – the perfect start to the weekend!
Places are limited. Booking is essential via TicketSource.
FREE Drop‑In Creative Space
Available throughout July and August 2026
Visit our drop‑in creative space, offering activities that change each week as well as dressing‑up for children and families to enjoy at their own pace. Perfect for a relaxed visit or a spontaneous creative break during your trip to the museum:
- Free
- No booking required
- Suitable for all ages
Available during opening hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:30 am – 5:00pm
FREE Flaxie Trail
Available throughout July and August 2026
Explore the museum galleries with our FREE Flaxie spot‑the‑picture trail. Ideal for younger visitors, this fun self‑guided activity will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Collect from museum reception.
Available during opening hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:30 am – 5:00pm
Group Tours and Workshops for All Ages
Throughout July and August 2026
We are delighted to offer free, tailored tours and workshops for groups of all ages and abilities. We can offer relaxed tours with seating and accessibility considerations and sessions can be adapted to meet the needs and interests of your group. Sessions include:
- Hands‑on heritage and art workshops
- Guided tours of the museum and Castle Gardens
For group booking enquiries, contact museum reception on 028 9266 3377 or email ilc.reception@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk. Minimum group numbers apply.
For more details on any of the above, contact us on 028 9266 3377 or email ilc.reception@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk