There’s so much to discover and do in Belfast and the surrounding area this summer! Check out our list of unmissable events and festivals below. Make sure you leave room in your calendar!
Summer
Jenny Watts Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join Brian Meharg as he invites you aboard to hear the story of infamous smuggler, Jenny Watt while…
Belfast Bradley Art Experience
Terry Bradley is an international artist born in Belfast in 1965, while growing up during the Troubles in…
Bulletin Bingo
Join the Reporter for Bulletin Bingo to try and win yourself a drink or whatever was on offer…
Belfast Photo Tours – Konica Pop Small Group Tour
Discover the magic of film photography on a walking tour with a difference around Belfast’s Titanic and Cathedral…
Joel M – Magic Show
Prepare to witness the impossible, as world famous magician Joel M takes to the stage and shows off…
Come & Try SUP Boarding
Come and Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding… or SUP as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with…
AVA Festival 2024
AVA mark a decade as pioneers in the electronic music world, with their flagship Belfast festival.
5 Stop Brunch
Join Taste and Tour on a 3-hour grazing style Sunday Belfast Brunch Tour in the city's finest quirky…
Scene to Studio: Painting the Walled Garden – Experience AND 2024
Join local landscape artist Jenni Robinson for an immersive day of art, based around the beautiful Walled Garden…
Monoprinting with Plants – Experience AND 2024
An evening of creativity at Seacourt Print Workshop. You may choose the plants you wish to use, to…
Come & Try Electric Biking
Come and Try Electric Biking… or E-Biking as it’s known is a simply awesome activity and is a…
Come & Try Canoeing
Come and Try Canoeing… a simply awesome activity, offering a gentle paddling opportunity be it solo, double or…
Square Eye Sessions at Bullhouse East
Come down to Bullhouse East on the last Wednesday of each month for their Square Eye sessions, which…
Safari in the City – Bat Walk
Walk and talk to look at the bats of Shaw's Bridge.
Summer Solstice Voyage of Discovery – Experience AND 2024
Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan, as you celebrate midsummer,…
Workers Club
Join the Reporter for weekend vibes with £3.80 pints 5-8pm followed by live music for established local legends…
The ‘All Americans’ in Northern Ireland – the 82nd Airborne Division Story by John P McCann
John P. McCann will give a presentation recalling the famed Airborne Division’s visit to Northern Ireland during the…
Safari in the City – Bat Walk
Walk and talk to look at the bats of Ligoniel Dams.
Life Through a Royal Lens
Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.
Machnamh ar an Solas (Reflecting on Light) – Mark Beatty
A series of coloured pencil drawings that originally started as sketches for a site-specific work on the steps…
Belfast Music Walking Tour
Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track…
Graves and Gardens Tour- Friar’s Bush and Botanical Gardens
Led by the effervescent guide John Bradbury, this tour is a quintessential Victorian escapade through the graveyard of…
Homes in Focus: Corradreenan Farmhouse
Join Victoria Millar, Senior Curator of History, at Corradreenan Farmhouse to learn about the building's distinguishing features.
Irish Cheese & Irish Spirits: Meet the Makers at The Echlinville Distillery
Experience excellence with a distillery tour and spirits & cheese tasting at The Echlinville Distillery alongside Ireland’s finest…
Gardens & Gin – Experience AND 2024
A New for 2024 escorted excursion by coach. Opportunity to learn about how gin is made from field…
Edinburgh Fringe Festival Preview Dean & The Devil and A Farther Shore
Enjoy this preview of Bright Umbrella's Edinburgh Fringe shows with two performances back to back at the Sanctuary…
Pottery Painting in Bangor
Pottery painting sessions are available every Saturday at Loaf Pottery in Crawfordsburn.
Copeland Distillery Tours
Come and experience a tour of The Copeland Distillery and taste their award-winning spirits!
Irish FA Tours
Irish FA Tours tells the unique story of Northern Ireland football from 1880 to present day using media,…
Fratelli Movie Nights
Make 2024 the year where you make more time for friend catch ups and date nights with cosy…
Safari in the City – Damsels and Dragons
Meet Belfast's damsels and dragons. Walk and talk to discuss the identification features of damselflies and dragonflies and…
Templemore Baths Guided Tour
Templemore Baths Heritage Space preserves original Victorian features of the only remaining public baths on the island of…
Belfast Pub Crawl
Enjoy a night to remember experiencing Belfast’s historic & modern pubs and lively music scene on a Irish…
Trad and Tide Strangford Lough – Experience AND 2024
Take time away from the fast pace of everyday life and enjoy the splendour of Strangford Loughs' scenery…
Pet Shop Boys
The iconic pop duo are set to take to the stage at The SSE Arena, Belfast in June…
The Highstool Prophets Live
After a successful sold out appearance in 2023, The Highstool Prophets return to The MAC for what is…
Wimbledon Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an exclusive Wimbledon Afternoon Tea, with live viewing of the Wimbledon Women & Men’s final accompanied by…
Come & Try Sit On Top Kayaking – Castlewellan
Come and Try Sit On Top Kayaking… a simply awesome activity, whether a gentle introduction on their single…
Trad and Tide Bangor Bay – Experience AND 2024
Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while telling you some salty…
Women, Radicalism and Eighteenth-Century Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken and Martha McTier
A talk on how women like Mary Ann McCracken and Martha McTier’s charitable work allowed them to participate…
The Walled Garden at The Carriage Rooms
Enjoy an exclusive viewing of the private Walled Garden. Discover the vibrant colours in the beautiful garden with…
“So vast an Armada – From Belfast Lough to D-Day” by Ian Wilson
Ian Wilson, former Chairman of Northern Ireland War Memorial and author of So vast an armada - from…
Belfast Traditional Music Trail
The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.
Let’s Go Girls! A Shania & Dolly Tribute Night
Let’s Go Girls! A Shania & Dolly Tribute Night at the Stormont Hotel.
Comber Historical Walking Tour – Experience AND 2024
Comber may be small in size but is big in terms of history. Come along to discover what…
Behind the Scenes: Building Conservation
An insight to how the unique collections of buildings at the Ulster Folk Museum are looked after.
Empire Blues – The Chris Taplin Band
Belfast’s own weekly live Blues club. The Chris Taplin Band transport us from Belfast to the Mississippi Delta…
Rhythms and Tales of Belfast
"Rhythms and Tales of Belfast" is an authentic Irish showcase nestled within Culturlann, the Irish language centre in…
Trad Thursday
Join The Reporter Bar for a good ol'trad session on a Thursday night with local musicians and drinks…
“We Fought on D-Day” by Mark Scott
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, this talk will reveal first-hand accounts of the courage, triumph and tragedy…
Come & Try Mountain Biking
Come and Try Mountain Biking… or MTB as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with a choice…
Annie Jr
NISMAT THEATRE SCHOOL present their Junior Summer Project. Annie Jr tells the story of the plucky orphan, who…
Bing’s Nature Explorers
Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.
Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Phil Robson Organ Trio
No stranger to Scott’s Jazz Club, guitarist Phil Robson returns to this stage with his incredible organ trio…
Step Back in Time Walking Tour – Experience AND 2024
Step back in time with and uncover stories of Bangor's fascinating past during this informative and scenic walking…
Safari in the City – Butterfly Walk and Talk
Walk and talk to look at the Butterflies of Cave Hill.
Tea with the Bees and Cake with the Cows – Experience AND 2024
Tea with the Bees and Cake with the Cows is a unique farm experience hosted at Ballyboley Dexters,…
Classic Cars at Montalto
Spend the day in spectacular scenery surrounded by impressive classic cars to admire at Montalto Estate on the…
Belfast Music Bus Tour
Take a bus journey through the Heart of this Newly appointed UNESCO Rock and Roll City.
Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity
Bill Rolston has been photographing political murals since 1981 and this exhibition showcases Rolston's photography of the political…
Taylor Swift Bottomless Brunch
Dive into Taylor Swift's world at the ultimate Swifties Boozy Brunch. Expect Live Tay Tay Performances & DJ's…
Wellness at the Wetlands – Experience AND 2024
Join host Tessa Ann, of The Sound Healing Spa, who will guide you on a sound healing experience…
Strangford Lough Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join Tour Guide John Murray and take time away from the fast pace of everyday life and enjoy…
Nature Exploration Day
Enjoy a day of hands-on activities on Saturday 1st June to celebrate the amazing nature-based research that happens…
Safari In the City – Nature Writing
Part of Belfast Book Festival this workshop with Lev Parikian, Moya Cannon, Mary Montague, Helen MacDonald, Katherine Rundell…
Peter Pan: The Musical
East Broadway Theatre Company is proud to present 'Peter Pan: The Musical' the culmination of their summer intensive…
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
This 5-star show is coming to the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 21 June 2024 - Come and join…
Burgers, Beer and Spirits at The Echlinville Distillery
Enjoy an afternoon of local food and drinks with gourmet burgers by Ballyboley Dexters, craft beer by Modest…
Ulster Orchestra Summer Concert
Musicians from the Ulster Orchestra make a welcome return to Bangor Abbey to perform at another delightful evening…
Nick Cope’s Family Show
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families…
Father’s Day at Castle Ward
Celebrate Father’s day in style this year at Castle Ward with falconry displays and supercars!
Bangor Bay D-day Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join this Sea Bangor weekend and discover the crucial role Bangor had to play in preparation for the…
National Treasures: Caravaggio in Belfast
Caravaggio's 'The Supper at Emmaus' will be on display at Ulster Museum as part of the 'National Treasures'…
Sunday Class & Milonga
A class for total beginners or those wanting to improve on their skills of Argentine tango.
Pizza and Pottery Night
Enjoy pizza and pottery in Crawfordsburn, giving you the chance to get creative before having some artisan wood…
Copeland Distillery Pub Quiz hosted by Ginger Pete
Come and join at the Copeland Distillery for their quiz night hosted by the amazing Ginger Pete!
Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos
In this exhibition “Borrowed Time” Mariana Duarte Santos shares a series of drawings, paintings and linocuts inspired by…
Finding Nemo Jr
Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo.
Bright Sparks Summer Camp
Bright Sparks is W5’s unique and exciting week-long summer camp for 8-11 years.
Sensorium at The Spirit Circle
Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 3 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.
Ken Haddock’s Sunday Supper Club
Live music from a fantastic band of players led by one of Belfast’s most renowned singer-songwriters Ken Haddock…
Safari in the City – Swift Stories
This event at the Crescent Arts Centre will explore how swifts have been secured at the iconic site.
Wellness at the Wetlands – Experience AND 2024
Join host Tessa Ann, of The Sound Healing Spa, who will guide you on a sound healing experience…
Lavery On Location
A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.
Michael McIntyre: MACNIFICENT
Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT at the SSE Arena, Belfast.
Solstice Sunrise Yoga
Celebrate the magic of the summer solstice with a serene and unique uplifting yoga session guided by Ullasana…
Summer Equinox – Sound Healing Spa Retreat Experience and Workshop at Temple of the Winds, Mount Stewart
Immerse yourself in the magical energy of Mount Stewart’s Temple of the Winds as Tessa delivers a beautiful…
The Abba X-Perience – Outside in The Tipsy Garden!
Prepare to groove, sing, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of ABBA at the sensational Abba X-Perience,…
Ghost: The Musical
Adapted from the hit film, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes…
Empire Laughs Back Comedy Club
Belfast's most renowned comedy club welcomes local, national and international comedians for a night of outstanding stand-up comedy.
Safari in the City – Wildflower Identification
Walk and talk to look at the wildflowers of Sir Thomas & Lady Dixon Park.
Ireland’s Future
Ireland’s Future is planning a major international conference at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 15 June 2024.
Gothic Abbey & Physic Garden Tour – Experience AND 2024
This is a truly unique tour, an opportunity to learn how herbs and plants have been used medicinally…
Alpaca-Palooza & Donkey Delight
Castle Ward are inviting you to get up close & personal with their four-legged furry friends – Alpacas…
Sea Bangor Festival
The Sea Bangor festival will mark the 80th Anniversary of The D-Day Landing with a 1940s themed programme…
Belfast by the Glass
An alternative history of Belfast through booze. 6 Drinks. 6 Chapters. 6 Stories to be told.
