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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.
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393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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This year’s theme is Include. Press play to meet some of the people bringing it to life across Northern Ireland.

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Welcome to
Good Relations
Week 2026

Good Relations Week 2026, taking place from 12th to 18th October, embraces ‘Include’ as its theme, recognising that stronger communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued and respected.

This year’s campaign highlights the importance of inclusion, understanding and connection across all backgrounds, cultures and communities.

By showcasing the creativity, dedication and impact of local groups, organisations and individuals, we can highlight the positive work taking place to address challenges such as division, racism, inequality, isolation, health and wellbeing, poverty and education.

Get involved in Good Relations Week 2026 and help create a future where everyone feels they belong.

How to take part
Six people among autumn trees holding the Include sign for Good Relations Week 2026 — a man in a green and gold kurta with a ukulele, and a woman in a pink and yellow embroidered dress holding out its skirt.

Happening today

Tuesday 13 October — a few of the 63 events on across Northern Ireland today.

13 Oct

Celebration or social

A Shared Lunch: Women from Falls Women’s Centre and Bomoko NI

A shared lunch bringing women from Falls Women’s Centre and Bomoko NI together to celebrate connection, culture, and community through food. Participants will prepare and share traditional dishes from their respective countries and cultures.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 11am–2pm
Where
Falls Women's Centre Training and Education Building, Belfast
Invitation only Free In person
13 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Inclusion and the Future

An interactive workshop exploring how the changing landscape of inclusion is shaping youth work practice, legislation and values.

When
Tue 13 Oct · 2pm–4.30pm
Where
Youthlink - Farset Enterprise Park 638 Springfield Road, Belfast
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

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
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 · 2pm–4pm
Where
See event description, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
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
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Stuck? Ask us.

There is no wrong question. If you are not sure whether your event belongs in the programme, or you are halfway through the form and something will not behave, tell us and we will sort it.

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