Music Events Not to Miss in Belfast

Workers Club

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

The Fidelio Trio

Shortlisted for the 2016 Royal Philharmonic Society Music Awards, the Trio broadcast regularly on BBC Radio 3 and…

Big Love: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Big Love return with their brilliant tribute to the legendary Fleetwood Mac!

Ulster Orchestra: Elijah-The Power of Sound

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

Glory Days – Bruce Springsteen Tribute

Born to Rock: Glory Days is The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Experience!

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.

Lisa Hannigan

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

Open Sessions

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

Ulster Orchestra: Highland Journey

This concert is a musical journey through the Highlands.

Music and Stories

A family-friendly concert for an autumnal Sunday afternoon, informal and welcoming for all ages.

Bridging Beats: From Kansas City to Belfast

Prepare for a night of genre-defying performances with the phenomenal Kadesh Flow and the enchanting Jasmine “Jass” Couch!

Fite Fuaite

An electrifying evening of experimental, electronica, indie-rock, and traditional music, performed by some of the most innovative modern…

The Horne Section’s Hit Show

Following their own Channel 4 TV show and chart-topping podcast, The Horne Section's Hit Show are bringing their…

Lady Gaga Tribute Night at Stormont Hotel

Head to the Stormont Hotel for a fabulous night of entertainment with Northern Ireland’s best Lady Gaga Tribute…

The Paul Weller Experience

The Paul Weller Experience announce their return to Northern Ireland later this year with a headline show in the Deer’s…

Eclectic Love Festival Belfast

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

Country Superstars Bottomless Brunch

Welcome to Country Superstars Brunch – where the heart of Nashville meets your brunch table!

The Persian, Kurdish, Celtic Connection

A cultural weave story with the sounds of Persian, Kurdish and Irish instruments and vocals.

They Might Be Giants

Following 70+ sold-out shows in the US, They Might Be Giants bring their hugely popular “Evening with” performance…

Bodhran Lessons

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

Dreamboys – Stripped Back

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

BBC Introducing LIVE

BBC Introducing LIVE returns to the Festival for a second year, showcasing unmissable performances from Northern Ireland’s rising…

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…

Elvis Spectacular at The Europa Hotel

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

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…

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: Young Romantics

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

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!

Ulster Orchestra presenting: Essentially Broadway

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

Belfast Traditional Music Trail

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

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.

Viva la Fiesta

Join The National in Belfast for the ultimate tequila experience in partnership with Espolon Tequila!

Disney Villains Drag Bottomless Brunch

Prepare to Enter the Wickedly Wonderful World of 'Curse Upon a Star' for the Most Diabolically Delicious Brunch…

David Browne Murray

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

Free Bodhrán Lessons

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

FairyTale StageShow

Come along and join the FairyTale StageShow as they present two shows for the price of one!

Ulster Orchestra: Flame of Genius

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

McConnell’s Distillery Sessions

Join at McConnell’s Distillery for a night of live music in a unique setting.

Trad Thursday

Join The Reporter Bar for a good ol'trad session on a Thursday night with local musicians and drinks…

Cakes and Carols at the Culloden

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

Ulster Orchestra: Grand Masters

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

Ulster Orchestra: New Beginnings

Mahler’s First Symphony embodies ‘rebirth’ and a journey forward- A fitting start to the new Ulster Orchestra season!

Ulster Orchestra: Soaring Spirits

This concert explores the wide range of emotions that humans are capable of.

Tom McRae

The Mercury and Brit nominated artist Tom McRae returned this year with his 9th album Étrange Hiver, which…

Open Mic Night at Filthy McNastys

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

Community Together Diversity Carnival

Community Together will be celebrating the wonderful diversity of the Cregagh and Woodstock Road with a carnival on…

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…

A Joyful Noise

Following previous successful events in 2019 and 2022, the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland are pleased to announce…

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…

Sound Links: Ulster Orchestra Performance

A special performance by the Ulster Orchestra, focusing on the rich heritage and exciting potential of a lesser-known…

Shorelife Celebration

Join brand new Shorelife Celebration events in WWT Castle Espie and National Trust Mount Stewart on Saturday 5…

Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour

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

Ulster Orchestra presenting: Worlds of Fantasy

Enter a world where wizards, kings, mystical creatures & heroes’ dwell. Come join in experiencing some of the…

Aspects Festival

Aspects Festival 2024 is happening from 25 September to 6 October at various locations around Bangor.

Ulster Orchestra: Rhythm and Romance

Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from On The Town open the night with a celebration that continues with Joe…

Ulster Orchestra: Take the Stage

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

Motown Sensations

Enjoy a great night of all your favourite Motown classics, performed live by the incredible Motown Sensations, set…

Ulster Orchestra: Act of Defiance

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

Lush! Classical

The countdown is on for the biggest indoor classical dance event in Northern Ireland -LUSH! Classical - The…

Ulster Orchestra presenting: The Rat Pack

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

GIMME! GIMME! GIMME! ABBA Inspired Bottomless Brunch

The Bottomless ABBA Brunch Is Coming To BELFAST! All The Greatest Hits And Big Sing Alongs With Bottomless…

Sunday Sessions

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

Belfast Music Walking Tour

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

PM Big Band

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

Spice Girls Drag Bottomless Brunch

The SPICE GIRLS DRAG Bottomless Brunch Is Coming To BELFAST! Enjoy Spice Girls drag, bottomless booze and brunch…

Belfast Ukelele Jam

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

Gurriers

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

Ulster Orchestra: More than Mozart

An evening in the company of Michael Collins where he brings his musicality and mastery of both the…

Ulster Orchestra: The Magic of Christmas

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

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…

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…

Blues & Ballads: An Evening with Paul Jones and Dave Kelly, and Freddie White

Belfast International Arts Festival presents blues legends Paul Jones and Dave Kelly, & the incomparable Irish singer-songwriter Freddie…

Ulster Orchestra: Messiah

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

Salsa Social

Experts Carolina & Tony together put on Belfast's BIGGEST Salsa party every Tuesday at Revolucion de Cuba, Belfast!

Autumn Equinox: Film Screening with Live Score from Róis

Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with an evening screening of a specially commissioned archive film alongside a live score…

Lock-in Sessions

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

Ulster Orchestra: The Great Outdoors

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

The Celtic origins of Halloween- Explore Samhain

As part of the Samhain celebrations, explore this ancient Celtic Festival with their very own warden Aoife de…

Fat Dog

Fat Dog are one of London’s most exciting new bands, conjuring the sort of frenzied live shows not…

Belfast Tango Winter Fest

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

Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience – Dark Side Of The Moon – 50 LIVE

An explosive 2hr+ live music experience celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s seminal album plus selected tracks…

Ulster Orchestra: Symphonic Storytellers

Opening with Lutosławski's Little Suite with its driving energy inspired by Polish folk songs to Rimsky-Korsakov's decidant Scheherazade.

North Star by So Lab

North Star is an immersive live music performance, inspired by the historic speech given by Frederick Douglass in…

Some Guys Have All The Luck

The ultimate Rod Stewart tribute act Some Guys Have All The Luck are performing at the Ulster Hall,…

Les Amazones d’Afrique

Les Amazones d'Afrique are a collective of supremely talented female musicians from West Africa.

Christmas Party Nights at Clandeboye Lodge

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

An Evening with The Leading Ladies

Join renowned singing sensations, The Leading Ladies and their band, for a spectacular show that offers something for…

Autumn Fayre at The Ballance House

Join for an afternoon’s entertainment including music from Glenavy Accordion Band, free children’s Magician Shows and much more!

Sound Links by Ulster Orchestra and Zeppo Arts

The Ulster Orchestra, Zeppo Arts and Townsend Street Enterprise Park are thrilled to announce an exciting community party…

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…

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…

Derek Ryan

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

Väsen

Swedish folk royalty Väsen present an evening of new and traditional folk music within the immersive sound environment…

Introducing The Savage Five: Contemporary Art Song for voice and string ensemble.

Charismatic Belfast-born soprano and jazz singer Suzanne Savage collaborates with string ensemble the Savage Five to create genre-defying…

Iron and Wine

Iron & Wine makes a long-overdue return to Belfast, following the release of his seventh full-length album Light…

I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!

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

Ulster Orchestra: April in Paris

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

Ulster Orchestra: The Snowman Family Concert

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

Giovanni: The Last Dance

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

Off The Record

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