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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.

A few things happening

Hundreds of events run across the week — walks, workshops, exhibitions, conversations over tea.

Tour or walk

Curator tour of 'The Night Journal'

Join Catherine Hemelryk for an informal tour of 'The Night Journal', an exhibition by four, intergenerational artists exploring constructed realities of the night at CCA Derry~Londonderry.

When
Fri 16 Oct
Where
CCA Derry~Londonderry, Derry City & Strabane
Finished Free In person
2 dates

Sporting event

Like A Girl

A confidence-building sports programme for Year 9 and Year 10 girls, helping those who don't currently engage in sport to build self-esteem, resilience and positive connections through inclusive sporting experiences.

When
2 dates · 1 Oct – 5 Nov
Where
Dundonald High School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Invitation only Free In person

Other

Good Relations Week Craft session

Open craft session for children in Kilrea Library.

When
Sat 17 Oct
Where
Kilrea Library, Causeway Coast & Glens
Finished 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.