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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.

393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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Everyone. Everywhere. Every day.

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

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

Saturday 17 October — a few of the 56 events on across Northern Ireland today.

17 Oct

Other

Community Litter Pick

A community litter pick at Portstewart Strand as part of Good Relations Week, bringing local people together to improve the environment, build community connections and promote shared responsibility for the local area.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 11am–12pm
Where
The Bandstand, Causeway Coast & Glens
Free In person
17 Oct

Celebration or social

Good Relations Week 2026 - GRANDfest

A multicultural event celebrating global cultures with music, dancing, arts & crafts, free food and family fun.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 2pm–5pm
Where
Queen's Hall, Ards & North Down
Free In person
17 Oct

Showcase or award

Grand Choice

Lisburn North. Shortlisted groups will showcase their projects to members of the public as part of the Grand Choice Participatory Budgeting Project. Successful groups will be awarded up to £1,000.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 11am–3pm
Where
St Columba’s Derryvolgie, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
17 Oct

Sporting event

IFA Inclusion League Launch

Join the IFA and partner Housing Associations for the launch of the IFA Inclusion League, celebrating disability football and creating opportunities for people of all abilities to participate, connect and thrive.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 10.30am–12.30pm
Where
Better Gym Belfast, Belfast
Invitation only Free In person
17 Oct
4 dates

Celebration or social

Library Welcome and Coffee Week

Tullycarnet Library invites you to visit and enjoy a cuppa to celebrate Good Relations Week.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 11.30am–2.30pm
Where
Tullycarnet Library, Belfast
Free In person
17 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Song, Music, Stories, Yarns, Poetry

Our project will include 4 Workshops of songs, music, stories, yarns and poetry.

When
Sat 17 Oct · 12pm–2pm
Where
St Columb's Park House, Derry City & Strabane
Free In person
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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.