Ireland’s oldest fair returns to Ballycastle on August 26th - 29th, 2023

The Ould Lammas Fair’ has taken place annually in Ballycastle, Co Antrim, since the seventeenth century. Celebrated on the last Monday and Tuesday in August, the fair marks the end of summer and beginning of harvest.

The present day traditional fair provides street entertainment and market stalls and street entertainment add to the atmosphere in the beautiful seaside resort of Ballycastle.

Sample the famous local favourite Yellow Man or Dulce and wonder around the Naturally North Coast and Glen's Artisan Market, which features local fresh produce, quirky handmade crafts and fine art.

Experience the hustle and bustle of the horse trading village, get a thrill on one of the many fun fair rides, or simply take in the atmosphere and local banter on the streets of Ballycastle.