Here are some of the exciting Diabetes UK events coming up across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England in May 2026, and how you can get involved.
For regional events in England, visit our page Diabetes UK Events In Your Region.
Northern Ireland
Balmoral Show
When? Wednesday 13th May - Saturday 16th May 2026
Where? Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park, Halftown Rd, Lisburn, BT27 5RF
Who can attend? Anyone.
What to expect? We will have an information stand at the Balmoral Show from 13th to 16th May. If you are there, come over to say hello and meet the team.
Do I need to book? Yes, this is a ticketed event. To book tickets, go to https://balmoralshow.co.uk/buy-tickets.
How much does it cost to attend? An adult, single-day admission ticket is £27.00.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Live Well Hubs
When, where, what time, and what to expect?
Our Northern Ireland team offers diabetes support and information to local communities through their Live Well Hubs.
The National Lottery Funded project has helped the team launch Hubs in Bangor, Ballymena, Belfast (Houben Centre), Belfast (LORAG), Lisburn, Mid Ulster and Newry.
- Ballymena, Wednesday, 6 May, 10-11am
- Bangor, Hamilton Hub, Tuesday, 19 May, 10-11am
- Belfast, Houben Centre, Thursday, 7 May, 10-11am
- Belfast, LORAG, Friday, 1 May, 11am-12pm
- Belfast, LORAG, Friday, 22 May, 11am-12pm
- Lisburn, Tuesday, 12 May, 10-11am
- Newry, Wednesday, 13 May, 10-11am
- Mid Ulster, Thursday, 21 May, 10-11am
- Portadown, Tuesday, 5 May, 10-11am
- Portadown, Tuesday, 12 May, 10-11am
- Portadown, Tuesday, 19 May, 10-11am
- Portadown, Tuesday, 26 May, 10-11am
Do I need to book? No.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Visit our Live Well Hubs page.
Visit our Diabetes UK Northern Ireland page for more information, and keep up-to-date with news in Wales on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Scotland
Together Type 1: Bowling and Food
When? Friday 8th May 2026
What time? 6pm-9pm
Where? Hollywood Bowl, Inverness Retail Park, Eastfield Way, Inverness, IV2 7GD
Who can attend? This event is for young people living with type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: Opportunity to meet other people of the same age living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes, you can register here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event, and what to expect? Please contact scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: Innoflate and Food
When? Saturday 9th May 2026
What time? 1:30pm-4:30pm
Where? Innoflate, Inverness Retail Park, Eastfield Way, Inverness, IV2 7GD
Who can attend? This event is for young people living with type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: Opportunity to meet other people of the same age living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes, you can register here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event, and what to expect? Please contact scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: Family Networking Evening
When? Friday 15th May 2026
What time? 5pm-7pm
Where? Langlee Community Centre, Marigold Dr, Galashiels, TD1 2LP
Who can attend? This event is for young people living with type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: Opportunity to meet other people of the same age living with T1 and for families to network and find out more about Diabetes Scotland.
Do I need to book? Yes, you can register here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event, and what to expect? Please contact scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Visit our Diabetes UK Scotland page for more information, or email scotland@diabetes.org.uk, and keep up-to-date with news in Scotland on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Wales
Together Type 1: Swansea Bay - Transition to Year 7
When? Tuesday 26th May 2026
What time? 10am-4pm
Where? Continue 32-34 Princess Way, Swansea, SA1 5HE
Who can attend? 16-25 year olds.
What to expect: Transition to Year 7 event with Swansea Bay before a fun activity in the afternoon.
Do I need to book? This is a closed and private event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
Visit our Diabetes UK Wales page for more information, or email wales@diabetes.org.uk, or keep up-to-date with news in Wales on Facebook, Instagram and X.
