Best Bark has rounded up some great things coming up over the next two weekends
The Bank Holiday weekend is upon us and it seems we are finally getting the good weather we deserve.
As the sun can be hard to come by in Northern Ireland, we hope that everyone gets out and enjoys it this long weekend while it is here!
Those who enjoy the nice weather as much as ourselves is our furry friends, so why not treat them to a fun day out this Bank Holiday weekend.
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While you may be thinking about heading to a dog park, one of our gorgeous beaches or on a sunny walk, there are a number of dog-friendly events happening to check out with your pup.
Best Bark, Northern Ireland’s first dedicated dog-friendly directory and verified dog services hub, has rounded up a number of dog-friendly events happening this weekend and next weekend for those looking a fun day out with their pets.
Best Bark co-founder Amée said: “More dog owners are planning their weekends around places they can bring their dogs, especially over bank holidays when people are looking for easy days out.
“What matters is clear information. Owners want to know if an event is genuinely dog friendly, if dogs are allowed in the main areas, if booking is needed, and whether the setting will suit their dog.
“Some dogs love a busy event, others need a calmer option, so we always encourage owners to check the details before they go.”
Here are some paw-some events coming up in NI:
The Rabbit Hotel May Bank Holiday BBQ
Sunday 24 May, 12.30pm to 4.30pm
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat, Templepatrick
Free entry. Dogs are welcome, with live music, face painting, a balloon artist and magician. Best Bark will also be there with Barkley.
Saintfield Saturday Market
Saturday 23 May and Saturday 30 May, 8.30am to 2.30pm
The Courtyard, 66 Main Street, Saintfield
A free outdoor market with fresh produce, food, crafts and doggie themed stalls most Saturdays. Dogs are welcome.
Doggy Danders
Sunday 24th 1:30pm – 2:00pm
Falls Park, West Belfast
Free event
A free weekly dog walk and social bringing dog owners and their pups together for a friendly community dander around Falls Park. Founded by Jim Deeds, the group is all about getting people outdoors, meeting other dog owners and making regular walks feel more social.
The Big Native Weekender
Friday 29 May to Sunday 31 May, 11am to 4pm
Native Coffee, Queen’s Quay, Belfast
A free long weekend event at Native Coffee, with workshops and more details to be announced.
BEEZER Events x Wild River: Big Dog Day Out 2026
Saturday 30 May, 10am to 4.45pm
Wild River Dog Park, Ballynahinch
A paid dog and family friendly event with live demos, expert talks, scent work, mantrailing, a local makers market, food, coffee, dog tasting stations, competitions and quieter sessions for nervous or easily overwhelmed dogs.
East Block Bazaar Monthly Market
Sunday 31 May, 12pm to 4pm
Banana Block, East Belfast
Free entry and dog friendly. The monthly market includes local artisan producers, makers, growers, vintage and curios, with food, drink and music.
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