26th June 2025
Cool Hand String Band
Flowerfield Arts Centre invites locals, families, and visitors to the North Coast to experience the joy of live music under the open sky with Saturday Lunchtimes Live in the Park — a free series of outdoor concerts in the stunning setting of Flowerfield Park.
On Saturdays throughout July and August, the park will come alive with an exciting mix of musical styles — from soulful folk to soaring opera — creating the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing afternoon. Bring a picnic, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy top-class performances in a laid-back, family-friendly setting.
Opening this summer of music is Lisa Dawson (Saturday 5 July), singer and pianist from Islandmagee, who blends classical and traditional styles to create a crossover sound, reminiscent of Enya and Loreena McKennitt.
Get ready for toe-tapping tunes and infectious energy as Cool Hand String Band bring their fresh, modern twist on bluegrass to the park on 19th July — a high-spirited mix of driving banjo, rich vocals, and fiddle flair that’s sure to delight music lovers of all stripes!
Flowerfield Arts Centre is delighted to once again be a Red Sails Festival Partner and as part of their programming are welcoming Northern Ireland Opera back to Flowerfield Park on Saturday 26th July. Known for their commitment to enriching Northern Irish culture through transformative opera experiences, this performance promises to captivate and inspire. Visit the Flowerfield website for further information on their Red Sails events and workshops this summer.
Singer Megan Paul and pianist Andrew Robinson will take to the stage on 2nd August. Megan and Andrew have had the pleasure of collaborating together at a number of events and festivals including Dalfest and will bringing a blend of songs from artists such as Eva Cassidy
Hailing from Portrush, acoustic duo Natalia Morelli and Ciara Butcher will perform on Saturday 9th August. With almost 10 years’ experience playing live together regularly throughout the North of Ireland. They perform a luscious range of songs from soul to folk in their own particular stripped back style.
Following on from their brilliant performance at Flowerfield as part of Atlantic Sessions last year, Polar Bolero Acoustic Duowill play live on Saturday 16 August. Polar Bolero is a Derry-based alternative folk band known for their rich blend of folk, jazz, and Irish traditional music. Usually performing as a six-piece, this special acoustic duo set will highlight the band’s raw musicality, intricate harmonies, and evocative songwriting.
And closing the summer sessions, North Coast Trad will bring traditional Irish music to Flowerfield Park on 23rd August, featuring the talents of Sorcha Meehan on fiddle, Martin Meehan on flute, and Steven Iveson on guitar. Their performance showcases the rich heritage and virtuosity of Irish music, and is the perfect finale!
Each Saturday Lunchtime Live in the Park promises an afternoon of music, culture, and relaxation. Please note no seating is provided so please bring a blanket, or camp chairs, and join us to experience the magic of live music in the gorgeous Flowerfield Park.
All performances take place from 12 noon to 1pm at Flowerfield Park, Portstewart. Admission is free, making it the perfect family-friendly activity for a summer weekend.
