Music Events Not to Miss in Belfast

Dolly & Shania Tribute Shows

Let's Go, Girls! Join at the Stormont Hotel for an amazing tribute night with the American Queens of…

Paddy Godfrey Live at The Reporter

Paddy Godfrey playing country classics and his own originals every Friday from 9pm

EA Music Annual Christmas Concert

The South Ulster Youth Orchestra and Band – playing a concert for the Festival Christmas time of year.

Belfast Ukelele Jam

Enjoy the Belfast Ukulele’s live jamming session every Wednesday evening from 7pm in The Deer’s Head.

MCR-T: AVA presents Boxing Night at The Mill

Strap in Belfast - This Boxing Night, MCR-T returns to transform Banana Block into a full-throttle warehouse wonderland.

Late Night Lobby

Every Friday and Saturday night Bullit Hotel welcomes their resident music head JC & friends. Expect only the…

I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!

Live Country Music every Friday night at Filthy McNastys with a full band! Expect Tyler Childers, Luke Combs,…

Christmas Evenings at the Ulster Folk Museum

Have an enchanting Christmas evening at the Ulster Folk Museum.

Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Rob Luft/Elina Duni Group

Rob Luft and Elina Duni join Scott Flanigan and Andrew McCoubrey to play their mix of originals alongside…

Bjorn Identity – A Tribute to ABBA

Enjoy some of pop music's most iconic hits as Ireland's leading tribute act, The Björn Identity return for…

Christmas Party Nights at Clandeboye Lodge

At Clandeboye Lodge, they have everything you need for your big Christmas night out, with no city centre…

The Myth of Scàil

The Celtic myth of Scàil and Cúchulainn retold with Indian Kirtan music celebrating the devine feminine.

Lisa Hannigan

Belfast International Arts Festival welcomes Lisa to Belfast’s Mandela Hall on 26 November for a fully seated show.

Free Bodhrán Lessons

Enjoy free Bodhrán lessons every Tuesday Night at Grace O’Malley’s (The Points) on Dublin Road!

Ulster Orchestra: The Great Outdoors

Charles Ives described the opening of The Unanswered Question as a ‘cosmic landscape’ and this concert is rooted…

Ulster Orchestra presenting: Essentially Broadway

Join the Ulster Orchestra and West End vocalists in a sensational celebration of your favourite Broadway hits!

Empire Blues – The Chris Taplin Blues Band

Belfast’s own weekly live Blues club. The Chris Taplin Band transport us from Belfast to the Mississippi Delta…

Belfast Traditional Music Trail

The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.

Belfast XR Festival Presents “In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats”

This groundbreaking experience takes audiences on a multi-sensory journey back to 1989, immersing them in the euphoric rave…

NISMAT Christmas Cabaret

Join NISMAT Theatre School as they bring their talented students to Belvoir Studio Theatre for a fabulous evening…

Ulster Orchestra: April in Paris

Fiona Monbet conducts and performs her own work, Faubourg 23, written for jazz ensemble and orchestra.

UB40 & Soul II Soul

The world’s biggest selling reggae group will hit the road with Grammy-award winning R&B legends for special UK…

Handmade Music

Monthly experimental music night in Belfast. Short sets, time to chat, space to move. First Thursday each month!

Ulster Orchestra: Take the Stage

Daniele Rustioni returns to the conductor's podium for a concert shines a spotlight on music filled with sumptuous…

Scott’s Jazz Club’s Have Yourself A Merry Little Jazzmas

Join Scott Flanigan with the house trio of Rohan Armstrong and Andrew McCoubrey for the best in festive…

Ulster Orchestra: Grand Masters

Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and Rachmaninoff are three giants of Russian music, and this concert foregrounds all their exceptional talents.

David Browne Murray

Local legend David Browne Murray is taking over as your new headliner for your Saturday night!

Giovanni: The Last Dance

Dance the night away with Strictly Legend Giovanni Pernice as he returns to the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on…

PM Big Band

Perennial Belvoir Studio favourites the P.M. Big band will be back in Belvoir Studio Theatre for their annual…

Open Sessions

Fancy the chance to perform an original piece or acoustic cover in front of a crowd? Come along…

Ulster Orchestra: Young Romantics

This programme features four composers writing in the early Romantic period, early in their careers, and music that…

Motown Sensations

Ireland's number one Motown Show rolls into the Stormont Hotel playing some of the best known Motown hits…

Cosmic Jam

Open mic at Accidental Theatre with a full backline of instruments & mics. For performers or audiences interested…

Lock-in Sessions

The Second Fiddle are open until 3am every Thursday, Friday & Saturday, with live music until 2:30am!

Gurriers

Described as “raw as a butcher’s cut, and just as fresh” by the Irish Times, Gurriers have been…

Belfast Trad Session

The very best of Belfast’s Traditional Music Community collaborate for a night of tunes and craic every Wednesday…

Motown Sensations

Ireland's number one Motown Show rolls into town playing some of the best known Motown hits that will…

AVA presents: DJ Seinfeld, Inside Moves, CAOIMHE at The Mill

As the festive season approaches AVA once again joins forces with The Mill.

Ulster Orchestra: Messiah

No Christmas would be complete without the majestic performance that is Handel’s Messiah.

The Adventures + Special Guests PROTEX & DJ Johny Hero

Belfast band The Adventures featuring the brilliant song writing talents of Terry Sharpe and Pat Gribben, come to…

Anjunadeep Belfast at The Mill, Banana Block

Legendary London label Anjunadeep lands in Belfast at The Mill, Banana Block this November.

Off The Record

Head to The Reporter for a night of appreciation for some of the most iconic albums about on…

Cara Dillon ‘Coming Home’

Belfast TradFest presents, Cara Dillon, in Belfast’s historic Ulster Hall for an enchanting evening of compelling songs, stories…

Ken Haddock’s Sunday Supper Club

Belfast’s best Sunday night, a band you’ll find difficult to better on any day or night of the…

Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Nigel Mooney’s 21st Century Christmas Blues

Nigel Mooney, widely regarded as one of Ireland's leading jazz singers and guitarists, is back for his annual…

Ulster Sports Club Open Mic with Ria Timkin

Join the Ulster Sports Club Open Mic, hosted by Ria Timkin every last Wednesday of each month, for…

Pauline Scanlon Live in Concert

Join for a night of incredible melodies and heartfelt lyrics as Pauline brings her unique blend of passion…

Sunday Sessions

Come along to The Dirty Onion every Sunday for a live trad session and live folk bands!

Sensational 70s

Put on your boogie shoes and shake your groove thang to hit after hit from the 70s from…

Ulster Orchestra: Act of Defiance

The blockbuster end to the season opens with Walton’s lyrically romantic Cello Concerto, performed by guest soloist Nicholas…

After Hours!

Lock-in sessions at The Dirty Onion! Continue the craic until 3am every Saturday!

Funk Assault | AVA NEW YEAR’S EVE

This New Year’s Eve the BPMs go up as the clock counts down. AVA are calling in one…

Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Jennifer McMahon

Fresh from the release of her sophomore album and supporting Irish tour, Jennifer McMahon brings her signature sound…

Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before…

Vinyl Sessions

Check into the lobby early with the legendary Ghost’s “Vinyl Session”.

Swiftie Christmas Special

NI’s top Taylor Swift tribute act to perform, Sabrina Carpenter tribute act to perform just like Taylor Swifts…

Our Stories Festival – Cadence

Black Box Projects Presents Cadence featuring BLACK MOON DJ Collective with poets Alice McCullough, Niamh McNally and Express…

Workers Club

With £4 pints of their regular favourites and rotating craft beer tap 5-8pm it’s the best way to…

Ulster Orchestra: Highland Journey

This concert is a musical journey through the Highlands.

Ceili Dancing Workshops

Get your dancing shoes on and come along to this free Ceili in St Comgalls.

The Vegas Rat Pack

Enjoy a great night of all your favourite Rat Pack classics as the performers bring to life their…

Christmas at voco Belfast

Host your Christmas party at voco® Belfast! With a chic ambiance, prime location, and top-tier service, we offer…

Bello Duo Live in Concert

Head to the Titanic Hotel, Belfast on the 24th November 2024 for an evening of spectacular music with…

Ulster Orchestra: Star Cross’d Lovers

An evening of romance, tragedy and drama. Prokofiev’s ballet depicts the most infamous ‘star-cross’d lovers’, Romeo and Juliet.

The Bjorn Identity: A Tribute to ABBA

Back due to popular demand! Join for the most popular night out with all your favourite sing-a-long ABBA…

Ulster Orchestra: Flame of Genius

A concert celebrating the first sparks of genius exhibited in Brahm’s early work.

Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market

Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market returns to the historic village on Friday 13th December from 3pm-9pm.

Eclectic Love Festival Belfast

A dance classics “marathon” music festival from 1-11pm featuring some of the UK, Ireland and continental Europe’s biggest…

Ulster Orchestra presenting: Epic Film Scores Hans Zimmer and John Williams

Hans Zimmer and John Williams are two of the greatest film music composers of all time, creating epic…

Dreamboys – Stripped Back

Dreamboys are returning to Waterfront Hall, Belfast with their brand-new tour 'Stripped Back' on 21 November 2024!

Seven Drunken Nights

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners returns to Belfast's Waterfront Hall on 29 May 2025…

Christmas with The Swingtime Starlets

Returning to Accidental Theatre, The Swingtime Starlets invite you to ‘Step into Christmas’ the Swingtime way.

Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum

Wander the snowy, cobbled streets of the Ulster Folk Museum and experience Christmas the traditional way.

Cakes and Carols at the Culloden

Indulge in scrumptious cakes and sing along to your favourite carols in the luxurious atmosphere of the Culloden…

The Lively Lads Party Night

Enjoy a 4 course festive meal and entertainment with live band 'The Lively Lads'.

Ulster Orchestra: The Magic of Christmas

This magical concert is the perfect night out for the whole family featuring a dazzling programme of festive…

NISMAT The Grinch

He’ll try to steal Christmas and find the people of Whoville will steal his heart instead!

Ulster Orchestra: The Snowman Family Concert

This special event continues to create lasting memories for many and has become an enjoyable family tradition to…

Belfast Tango Winter Fest

Belfast Argentine Tango proudly present for the first time in Ireland Argentianian Teachers and Dancers Gustavo Russo and…

Elvis Spectacular at The Europa Hotel

Come along for a great night of all your Elvis songs performed by Ciaran Houlihan and his band…

Bodhran Lessons

Come along every Thursday for Bodhran Lessons in The Second Fiddle.

Derek Ryan

Hold onto your hat because Irish country phenomenon Derek Ryan is performing at the Grand Opera House!

Whole Lotta Zepp – The Best of Led Zeppelin LIVE

Whole Lotta Zepp are a music collective dedicated to recreating the majesty of Led Zeppelin’s music as it…

Christmas Party Night at Slieve Donard

Celebrate the festive season with family, friends and colleagues at our Christmas Party Night at Slieve Donard.

Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Jazz Futures #4: Zak Irvine

Zak Irvine is a Belfast-based jazz pianist and bandleader originally from Bangor, currently studying a BMus in Music…

Elvis Spectacular

With dazzling lights, and a repertoire of Elvis classics, get ready for a night filled with nostalgia, laughter,…

Hallow’istmas: The Xmas Chainsaw Massacre

“Just when you thought it was safe to get back into Christmas… Belfast’s cult comedy cabaret is back.”

NOW That’s What I Call A Musical

Celebrating 40 years of the iconic and chart-topping compilations brand NOW That’s What I Call Music.

Fastlove: The Tribute to George Michael

Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael returns to the Ulster Hall, Belfast for a trip down memory…

Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour

Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast, a city where punk meant more! Take this walking…

La Mon Christmas Fayre

Bring the whole family for a day filled with holiday cheer, exciting activities, and festive treats!

Ulster Orchestra presenting: The Rat Pack

Stephen Triffit (Frank), Mark Adams (Dean) and George Daniel Long (Sammy) bring charismatic and charming The Rat Pack…

A Rock’n’Roll Christmas with The Soda Popz!

The sensational Soda Popz band return to the Black Box for their annual, sell-out show!

Keith and Kristyn Getty – Home For Christmas

Due to phenomenal demand Ireland's own Keith & Kristyn Getty are pleased to announce a second Belfast SSE…

Belfast Music Walking Tour

Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track…

Ulster Orchestra: Music for Good Friday

Haydn’s The Seven Last Words of Christ is a contemplative drama based on the events leading up to…

Ulster Orchestra: Elijah-The Power of Sound

Ulster Orchestra's regular performance partners Belfast Philharmonic choir are celebrating their 150th birthday.

Open Mic Night at Filthy McNastys

Calling all Musicians! Filthy McNastys wants you to get involved at their weekly Open Mic Night.