Lord Mayor invitations dad and mom and kids to free household enjoyable day with South Belfast Sure Start

Date: 12 May 2026

Category: Things to do

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A fun-filled household day will happen at Drumglass Park on Saturday 23 May to help one of many Lord Mayor’s chosen charities this 12 months, South Belfast Sure Start.

The free occasion, from 12pm-4pm, will characteristic actions for all ages, together with sensory play, messy play, a mud kitchen, sea creatures and bubble workshops, bouncy castles and face portray. 

South Belfast Sure Start is one in every of 4 charities chosen by the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Tracy Kelly, for her 12 months in workplace. 

Sure Start helps younger kids and their households residing in deprived areas of Belfast, working 9 initiatives within the metropolis which provide early intervention and recommendation companies to assist with every thing from wholesome consuming to good high quality play alternatives.  

Joining younger households to launch the occasion, Councillor Kelly mentioned: “Sure Start gives invaluable assist to kids and households in our native communities, giving younger individuals the absolute best begin in life.

“As somebody who used Sure Start companies myself after I grew to become a mum for the primary time, I’ve seen first-hand the optimistic influence their work has on dad and mom and kids, serving to them to thrive. 

“I’m delighted to work with them to put on this fun day event and to raise awareness of the important services they provide. There will be something for everyone to enjoy on the day, and I’d encourage families to come along, get involved and show their support for this fantastic local charity.”

Joy Poots, Project Co-ordinator for South Belfast Sure Start, mentioned: “We have had a tremendous 12 months as one of many Lord Mayor’s charities and the enjoyable day would be the icing on the cake. 

“While this occasion might be open to households and kids of all ages, it’s so beautiful to see so many actions that may be loved by Sure Start-aged kids. 

“It has been great to work with the council on this event and, in this time of pressure on families, people can come along and have fun together for the afternoon.”

For extra details about all Sure Start companies in Belfast, go to nidirect.gov.uk and seek for ‘Sure Start’.