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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.
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389 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

Monday 12 October — a few of the 46 events on across Northern Ireland today.

12 Oct
7 dates

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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
Mon 12 Oct · 6pm–8pm
Where
See event description, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person
12 Oct

Celebration or social

Banter and a Brew

Special Coffee Morning in Finaghy Library for Good Relations Week

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Finaghy Library, Belfast
Free In person
12 Oct

Celebration or social

From MME Council to MME Thinktank: The Relaunch

MME Council is now MME Thinktank. We are launching our new website to align with the 'Include' theme. This digital hub provides accessible research and advocacy tools to amplify minority voices and drive policy change across Northern Ireland.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 12.01am–11pm
Where
Online
Free Online
12 Oct
11 dates

Performance, drama, music or film

EVAWG-Called Out! Play

Find out more about Called Out!, a powerful theatre-based programme bringing schools and partners together across Mid Ulster to promote respect, healthy relationships and safer communities.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 12.30pm–1.40pm
Where
Craic Theatre, Mid Ulster
Free In person Booking needed
12 Oct
6 dates

Storytelling

Multicultural Café and Storytelling Morning

Bring along a favourite family recipe to Newcastle Library and share the personal or cultural story behind it.

When
Mon 12 Oct · 10am–12pm
Where
Newcastle Library, Newry, Mourne & Down
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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