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THE GLENS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
23rd - 26th October 2025
There's no stronger connection between people than storytelling...
- Wed 22 OctGlens of AntrimSave the dates in your calendar for this years Glens Storytelling Festival. Tickets for events now on sale.
- Wed 22 OctGlens of AntrimSave the dates in your calendar for this years Glens Storytelling Festival. Tickets for events now on sale.
- Wed 22 OctThe Heritage Hub at Carnlough Town HallJoin Storyteller and crafter Denise Weir for a morning of tales while you work on your craft project. No craft project, no problem, you're welcome to come along for the stories and company. Tickets via the website or pay on the day.
- Wed 22 OctBallyemon barnJoin Storyteller Liz Weir and Friends for this pre-festival storytelling event. You can attend in person or online via zoom. To book your ticket, click on the link below. Minimum ticket price £3. To attend online you will be sent a link to preregister for zoom once you have purchased your ticket.
- Thu 23 OctLaragh LodgeJoin us for the first evening event of the Glens Storytelling Festival in 2025 for some ghostly tales. Featuring storytellers DougieMackay, Kate Corkery and Paddy O'Brien in the atmospheric setting of Laragh Lodge.
- Fri 24 OctRamoan Parish Centre, BallycastleJoin us at this event delivered in partnership with Causeway Museum Services as part of Positive Ageing Month. Featuring storytellers Liz Weir, Kate Corkery, Paddy O’Brien and Dougie MacKay This event is free. Donations welcome.
- Fri 24 OctCushendall Golf ClubJoin us for an evening of stories and song with featured storytellers Paddy O’Brien, Kate Corkery, Dougie MacKay and musician Feargal Lynn in Cushendall Golf Club. Sure to be a great night.
- Sat 25 OctRathlin Island Ferry PortExperience the beautiful landscape of Rathlin Island with experienced Tour Guide Paul Quinn. Hear stories of this magical place as you explore the island.
- Sat 25 OctMeeting point at Laragh LodgeJoin Storyteller Janice Witherspoon and a Ranger from the Glens Red Squirrel Group for this family friendly walk in a magical setting. Discover tales of this majestic landscape. Book your tickets via our website.
- Sat 25 OctThe Manor House, Rathlin IslandJoin storytellers Dougie MacKay, Paddy O’Brien and musician Michael Bird for a relaxed afternoon of stories and music on Rathlin Island
- Sat 25 OctThe Old Church Centre, CushendunJoin us for a fine evening of stories with our featured storytellers Paddy O'Brien, Kate Corkery and Dougie MacKay in the wonderful setting of the Old Church Centre, Cushendun.
- Sun 26 OctBeach carpark , Cushendall sideJoin storyteller Janice Witherspoon for a family friendly walk by the beach towards Red Bay Castle. Hear tales of Selkies and the sea. Tickets via our website.
- Sun 26 OctJohnny Joes, Mc Collam's Bar, CushendallCome hear and share amazing stories with storytellers from near and far in the famous Johnny Joes in Cushendall for a relaxed start to Sunday afternoon. This event is free. Donations welcome to help us cover the costs of the festival.
- Sun 26 OctThe Harbourview HotelJoin us at the grand finale of the festival to enjoy captivating tales from our featured storytellers, Paddy O’Brien, Kate Corkery and Dougie MacKay.
Our Featured Storytellers
Read more about our featured Storytellers and other guest storytellers here.
Thanks to our funders and partners.

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