The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival returns from the 02 – 12 May with over 100 live events across Belfast’s City Centre and beyond! Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival will animate the city centre with an 11 day celebration of live music, comedy, theatre, spoken word, literature, eclectic performance and street art.
The 24th Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival returns from the 02 – 12 May with over 100 live events across Belfast’s city centre and beyond!
Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
Chasing Amy: A Celebration of the Life and Songs of Amy Winehouse
Chasing Amy is a compassionate exploration of the creative influences and development of the celebrated vocalist and songwriter.
Revolucion to Roxy, Phil Manzanera In Conversation
Phil Manzanera, one of the UK’s best-known musicians and record producers, has written his memoir, titled ‘Revólución to…
Niall McCabe
With self-effacing humour and stories told of growing up on a remote Irish Island Niall McCabe possess an…
Luke Haines Freaks Out! Weirdos, Misfits and Deviants – The Rise and Fall of Righteous Rock ’n’ Roll
Join Luke Haines for this in-conversation talk about his new book.
Oisin Leech
Oisin is delighted to play his Belfast solo debut gig at The Deers Head on May 7 as…
Mr Scruff
Manchester based Mr Scruff is a producer, cartoonist and cross-genre selector who loves to play long DJ sets…
Jane Weaver
Jane Weaver returns with brand new single ‘Love In Constant Spectacle’, evoking spectacular images.
The Bonnevilles
The Bonnevilles are a no-frills guitar-and-drums two-piece from Ireland who play hard-hitting roots music they call “garage punk…
My Darling Clementine
A labour of love on multiple levels, My Darling Clementine began as a homage to classic country duets…
Contra by Laura Murphy
Festival of Fools 2024 After Hours presents Contra by Laura Murphy. Drawing from circus, stand-up and live art,…
Annie Macmanus in Conversation – in partnership with Ulster Presents at Ulster University
CQAF in partnership with Ulster Presents at Ulster University welcomes Annie Macmanus to the festival to talk about…
Smoke
Smoke is an exciting exhibition and engagement project from two established international artists.
Sara Pascoe – Weirdo
The debut novel from the bestselling and award-winning comedian, in conversation with Kathy Clugston.
CAttS
CAttS is a lip-sync ballet through the distractions and obsessions that help us cope with an increasingly dystopian…
Janey Godley: On Screen & On-Stage
CQAF are delighted to have Janey returning to Belfast to present a new documentary on her life and…
mother tongue
This group exhibition features sculpture, installation, painting, photography, audio and film.
Baxter Dury
CQAF is delighted to welcome Baxter Dury our Festival Marquee as part of his I Thought I Was…
Zoe Conway & John Mcintyre
Zoe Conway and John McIntyre bring to the stage sympathetic arrangements of traditional Irish music, compositions and songs,…
Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me – Parallel Lives
Following a successful Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Jack Docherty is taking his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me on…
Bang Bike – Let’s Ride!
The Bang Bike is literally a festival on a bike powered by Dimebag DJs. It is hitting the…
DJ Format
DJ Format will blend his favourite funk, soul, and even elements of hip hop for an unforgettable experience…
Katherine Priddy
Since emerging with her debut EP Wolf, UK singer-songwriter Katherine Priddy has quickly become one of the most…
The Worst Cafe in the World
Book a table at Big Telly’s Worst Café in The World - not a meal in sight, but…
Hollie McNish: The Lobster Tour with Michael Pedersen
After a run of sold out shows up and down the UK, Hollie McNish is back with a…
CRASS: The Sound of Free Speech
Celebratory, shocking and raw, this film is as close to the story of the anarcho-punk band as you’re…
Kimmie Rhodes
Kimmie Rhodes from Austin, Texas returns with a rare and intimate solo performance to celebrate the release of…
Belonging by Cikada Circus
Festival of Fools 2024 After Hours presents Belonging by Cikada Circus - a unique immersive experience.
C Duncan
Chris Duncan is performing at Ulster Sports Club as part of Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival.
Scott Flanagan Plays Electric
Pianist, composer and founder of Scott’s Jazz Club Scott Flanigan brings his exciting electric band to CQQF.
The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
An 11 day festival of the best local, national and international arts held in the historic Cathedral Quarter…
TVAM
TVAM is both visceral and melancholic, drifting wonderfully across dream pop, shoegaze and synth-pop without ever permanently calling…
Fatal Deviation
The film tells the story of a young man returning home after a long absence, his future uncertain,…
Jerry Sadowitz: Comedian, Magician, Psychopath!
Jerry Sadowitz, Britain’s favourite comedian and magician, is back!
Young Frankenstein: Special Event Screening
CQAF celebrate the 50th anniversary of the horrifyingly hilarious Young Frankenstein with a very special screening.
Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story – In conversation with Daniel Rachel
Author Daniel Rachel joins us to talk about his new book 2 Tone: The Music, label and moment…
Hero of Belfast: The Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour
Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable abolitionist, philanthropist and social…
Nadine Shah
Nadine Shah will be performing at the Festival Marquee as part of Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival!
‘Boldie’ Premiere Screening
‘Boldie’ A new film by Nicholas Keogh. He will also introduce two of his favourite films.
A.N.J.A
Horror Garage Punk! A.N.J.A. is a German-born, Belfast based singer and songwriter who performs with her 4-piece live…
Blue Whale (‘Last Immediate Images’ Album Launch)
Belfast quartet Blue Whale make their highly-anticipated return with their forthcoming second LP, Last Immediate Images.
Ibibio Sound Machine
Pull the Rope, the new record by Ibibio Sound Machine, casts the Eno Williams and Max Grunhard-led outfit…
