Celebrate Valentines with us!
All the tunes none of the noise - pick your playlist and boogie the night away
Bring your own drinks and glasses and enjoy Valentines your way
Over 18s only
One headset per ticket holder
ABOUT THIS EVENT A two hour session for musicians and recording engineers (and those starting off!) hosted in a real recording studio. Come along and learn new skills and hear about roles and career opportunities in this sector. Topics covered include: Introduction to a recording studio Setting up a recording session Recording a demo Q&A with recording engineers About the facilitators Ash Hamilton is an experienced performer, recording engineer and live sound producer having worked with Atlantic Records and many NI based bands in his long career. Mark Hoy is the person behind J14 Productions and is experienced in recording music, podcasts, video interviews and video productions for a wide range of clients.
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; ABOUT THIS EVENT A two hour session, hosted in the Dobbs Room , Carrickfergus Town Hall, for people of all experiences interested in songwriting. Topics covered include: Creative songwriting The motive behind the song Practical writing time About the facilitator Susi Pagel is Belfast’s pink pop princess who explores darker, heavier sounds. She and her band merge pop, rock and metal into one hyper genre, delivering electric live shows with dreamy vocals, heavy guitar solos and complex drum fills. Susi recently gained support from BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 for her debut EP, ‘can u hear me now?’. She has been continuously championed by BBC’s Gemma Bradley and various other media platforms, including CoolFM and QRadio; with her sound being described as “something no one else is doing in Northern Ireland” by BBC Introducing. Susi most recently supported LA based ‘Set It Off’ in Belfast during their UK tour and made her festival debut at Electric Picnic last year.
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; ABOUT THIS EVENT A two hour session for businesses, performers and anyone hoping to learn about TikTok. Hosted in the Dobbs Room, Town Hall, Carrickfergus. Topics covered include: How and why TikTok can grow your business Understanding your target audience Setting up and using TikTok effectively About the Facilitator Sophie is a digital creator with experience in creating content across multiple platforms using a variety of mediums such as: vlogs, tutorials, photos and conversation style content. Sophie uses TikTok to educate followers in beauty and skincare and has recently launched an online community through TikTok called ‘GirlTok’ highlighting the space for a female centric community.
Speakeasy Saturdays are a live music event featuring local artists performing in a curated cabaret venue in the heart of Carrickfergus. With an intimate vibe and playful atmosphere, Speakeasy Saturdays are a cool night out right on your doorstep. Our 'Bring your own bottle' feature allows you to help create the atmosphere and add to the ambiance however you like to enjoy your Saturday nights out.
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; Great selection of vinyls plus other music and memorabilia for sale
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; Speakeasy Saturdays - Where makers meet the music' Featuring an Open Mic, Spotlight on the makers and a special Around the Town Festival announcement. Our cosy Speakeasy venue is the perfect way to spend a Saturday evening with live music, meeting the creative community and enjoying whatever your bottle holds! Under 18s welcome with a parent or carer
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; Where Music Meets the Makers Everyone welcome to our open mic and spotlight featuring local makers and creatives Bring your own bottle and snacks - under 18s welcome too but must be with an adult over 25 open mic registration
window.location.href = "/GIiLmGsqK0r3"; Vinyl record market with live music - everyone welcome! No tickets or door fee, just come along an browse from the amazing selection of vinyls. cds and casettes and enjoy live music while you browse.
Carrickfergus is sparkling with festive magic this December! Join us for Around The Town Christmas — a series of concerts, quizzes, carols, and feel-good nights brought to you by Friends of Around The Town Festival, Positive Carrickfergus & Déjà Vu Promotions. Each event is planned and delivered by the host organisation and all tickets and event information can be accessed via their individual social media pages.
Carrickfergus is sparkling with festive magic this December! Join us for Around The Town Christmas — a series of concerts, quizzes, carols, and feel-good nights brought to you by Friends of Around The Town Festival, Positive Carrickfergus & Déjà Vu Promotions. Each event is planned and delivered by the host organisation and all tickets and event information can be accessed via their individual social media pages.
Carrickfergus is sparkling with festive magic this December! Join us for Around The Town Christmas — a series of concerts, quizzes, carols, and feel-good nights brought to you by Friends of Around The Town Festival, Positive Carrickfergus & Déjà Vu Promotions. Each event is planned and delivered by the host organisation and all tickets and event information can be accessed via their individual social media pages.
Positive Carrickfergus is a Community Interest Company funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Company No. NI672596
