Get the latest scoop on tours, concerts and gigs, family events and everything else that’s happening in Belfast this Spring.
Spring Events
Here’s to the Craic ‘n’ Ceol
Here's to the Craic 'n' Ceol immerses the audience in a true Belfast pub experience.
Performance by Amanda Coogan
Experience a captivating performance by Irish artist Amanda Coogan in the BEUYS exhibition at the Ulster Museum.
Alternative Ulstours Presents Terror Talks: Burke & Hare – Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen
Join Alternative Ulstours' 'Master of the Macabre' Andrew Johnston for an illustrated Terror Talk on Ulster-born graveyard ghouls…
Belfast Music Walking Tour
Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track…
Bodhran Lessons
Come along every Thursday for Bodhran Lessons in The Second Fiddle.
World Bee Day
Celebrate World Bee Day at Montalto Estate! Enjoy insightful talks from Scott Hamilton, owner of The Hamilton Honey…
Bullhouse Book Club with Seaside Books
Discover the joy of reading and connect with fellow book lovers at the monthly Bullhouse Book Club, hosted…
Great Place North Belfast Walking Tour
Join the North Belfast Heritage Cluster on a walk round some of the most historic buildings in North…
PFL Europe
Paul “Big News” Hughes returns to action in a showcase headline bout for PFL Europe Belfast at The…
Ultimate Cakepops Class
The ultimate cakepop class - lining fancy moulds with chocolate combined with melt in your mouth fillings!
Bluegrass Omagh Music Festival
Bluegrass Omagh returns to the Ulster American Folk Park over the May Bank Holiday weekend, Saturday 24th and…
Breaking Bad Quiz
Head to The Second Fiddle for a Breaking Bad Quiz, plenty of pints and a load of craic!
Behind the Scenes: Transport Store Tour
Explore the Transport and Industry Store collections through a self-guided tour.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to Belfast as part of its first ever…
Scotty McCreery
Due to demand for his first ever appearance in Belfast, Scotty McCreery will play The SSE Arena, Belfast…
Paint & Sip
Parisien are hosting a relaxing and creative Paint and Sip evening in collaboration with Art Studio 23.
Second World War City Centre Walking Tour with Belfast Historian Jason Burke
Join historian Jason Burke this VE Day for a 2-hour journey through Belfast's dramatic wartime past.
Castle Goes Country | Dolly & Shania
Saddle up for an unforgettable Bank Holiday Bash in The Barn as 'Castle Goes Country' on Sunday 25th…
Bulletin Bingo
Join their host the beautiful Ben aka Pure Bent outta drag and in The Reporter for some laughs,…
‘Praising the Dead’ by Illustrators Ireland & ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ By Maragret Anne Suggs
An Cultúrlann invites you to the launch of two new exhibitions on the 08/05/2025 from 7pm-9pm.
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley is back at Belfast's iconic Ulster Hall on 23 May 2025!
Queen of the Bees
A heartfelt one-woman show about bees, grief, and the quiet power of nature.
Late Night Lobby
Every Friday and Saturday night Bullit Hotel welcomes their resident music head JC & friends. Expect only the…
Father’s Day Dining
Celebrate this special day by taking your father out for a scrumptious meal at The Old Inn.
Springsteen Acoustic Sessions
To the Springsteen Fan, this will be a show you don't want to miss!
Personality Crisis Screening + Sabrejets remember Johansen/New York Dolls/Johnny Thunders
With David Johansen’s recent passing, CQAF felt it fitting to screen this 2023 film by Martin Scorcese, a…
Bill Kirk Archive Exhibition
See Bill Kirk's photography in the first in a series of three exhibitions at the Ulster Museum, developed…
Pots, Petals and Pizza Evening
Join in The Café at Montalto for a delightful evening celebrating two perfect pairings - petals and pizzas!
Mother and Son / Elegy for Georgie
Join for a night of two short plays, as part of the Mental Health Arts Festival 2025.
Shame Show
For your safety, please follow this pair of prancing poofs to SHAME SHOW, a sketchy comedy of catastrophic…
After Hours!
Lock-in sessions at The Dirty Onion! Continue the craic until 3am every Saturday!
In Conversation with Tariq Ali: You Can’t Please All
Join for an afternoon of sharp wit, radical history, and political insight as Tariq Ali discusses his latest…
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…
The East Laffs – Monthly Comedy Night
Join for their legendary comedy club, 'The East Laffs' in the intimate cabaret surroundings of the quirky Studio…
Belfast Trad Session
The very best of Belfast’s Traditional Music Community collaborate for a night of tunes and craic every Wednesday…
Seven Drunken Nights
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners returns to Belfast's Waterfront Hall on 29 May 2025…
Festival of Fools
Festival of Fools is a jam-packed long weekend of circus performances, featuring breathtaking acrobatics, gut-busting comedy and jaw-dropping…
Wee Critters at Whitehead Railway Museum
Come along and enjoy a great family day out at Whitehead Railway Museum in conjunction with Wee Critters,…
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast, a city where punk meant more! Take this walking…
The Anthony Toner Songbook
In the early 2000’s, much-loved and missed BBC presenter Gerry Anderson began to play a song called ‘Sailortown’…
Belfast Traditional Music Trail
The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.
Torn – An Exhibition by Aimee Melaugh
Torn, is a new exhibition by exceptional young artist Aimee Melaugh.
Create Your Own Spring Garden Box – Experience AND 2025
Create a unique May Flower box at the newly built studio at the School Garden. Part of Experience…
Fandom Con
This is the 3rd year Fandom Con has ran and will be taking place on Saturday 24th May…
Bryan Adams: Roll With The Punches Tour
Bryan Adams has the reputation of being one the most exciting live musicians in the world.
Spring Discovery Morning
The Discovery Mornings give you an opportunity to join the rangers on one of their patrols.
Russ Spiegel / Scott Flanigan Organ Trio
Groovy, swinging, and sophisticated at the same time, versatile guitarist and composer Russ Spiegel hits all the right…
Melodies of Spring: An Evening at Castle Ward
Celebrate the beauty of spring with an enchanting evening of poetry, music, and history at Castle Ward.
VARC – Visual Audio Radical Circus
This is a collaborative work, curated and produced by Emmen Jude Donnelly, one of Ireland’s most well-respected aerial…
Restorative Yoga & Meditation Class
Join an all-levels restorative yoga class in a tranquil natural setting. Rejuvenate body and mind with gentle movement…
Sreang Dhofheicthe: Tionscadal Taylor Swift/Invisible String: The Taylor Swift Project
SREANG DHOFHEICTHE is a special weave of songs from Taylor Swift’s critically acclaimed albums
An Evening with Shortcross Gin
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary gin experience at An Evening with Shortcross Gin on Tuesday 27th May.
Roaches
A bloody, drunk Juniper is returned home by Emma, who's concerned with pending hangovers, and Reece, who's concerned…
The Hidden History of the Women of Clifton Street Cemetery
In this brand new tour, discover stories of notable women such as Mary Ann McCracken.
Twenty One Pilots
Twenty one pilots will be bringing their Clancy World Tour to The SSE Arena, Belfast on 8 May…
Music in the Chamber: Cua
Cua are musicians John Davidson, Shane Booth & Ros O'Meara. They bring together dynamic and contrasting instrumentation and…
Screening of Poitín with Bán Poitín Tasting & Talk
Join for a special screening of Poitín (1978), Bob Quinn’s groundbreaking Irish-language film that delves into the world…
VE Day 80th Anniversary
Belfast City Council are providing a special programme of events marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe…
Square Eyed Sessions at Bullhouse East
Ready to race? Join Bullhouse East for an epic Mario Kart Tournament on their big screens! Bring your…
Where Is My Mind?
As part of the NI Mental Health Arts Festival eight comics take to the stage to share their…
Niamh Bury
Niamh Bury is one of the most exciting new voices on the Irish folk scene.
Pour Out Your Heart – The Reporter Open Mic Night
Join The Reporter Bar every Thursday at the Reporter from 8-10 PM for Open Mic Night, hosted by…
UEFA Women’s Nations League – Northern Ireland V Poland
The Northern Ireland women’s football team will play Poland in the UEFA Nations League on May 30, 2025…
Bluegrass Omagh Family Day
Keep the Bluegrass Omagh magic going with this fun filled family day on the last May Bank Holiday…
VE Day Celebration Tea Dance hosted by BBC Radio Ulster’s Hugo Duncan
To celebrate 80 years since VE Day 1945, Belfast City Council in collaboration with the BBC will host…
Arthur Kell Speculation Quartet
The Arthur Kell Speculation Quartet's current European tour highlights music from its latest recording, "Live at LunÀtico" on…
Alternative Ulstours Presents Terror Talks: Cryptid – An Unnatural History of Ireland’s Unknown Animals
Join Alternative Ulstours' 'Master of the Macabre' Andrew Johnston for an illustrated Terror Talk on Ireland's 'cryptids' -…
Féile na nGael Feirste: Caint, Ceol agus Camchuairt /Talk, Music and Tour in Irish, Followed by Tour English
Cairde na Cille are delighted to be offering at Friar’s Bush Graveyard as part of Féile na nGael…
Belfast Spring Continental Market
The Belfast Spring Continental Market returns to Belfast City Hall, bringing a vibrant mix of international flavours, local…
Experience AND 2025
Experience AND 2025. Discover hidden gems and create lasting memories with unique local immersive experiences and guided tours.
The Magic of Musicals concert by St Agnes’ Choral Society at The Ulster Hall
Experience a dazzling evening of musical theatre as St Agnes' Choral Society returns to Ulster Hall for The…
Andy White: ‘The night is approaching though some would say it was morning’ – Album Launch
40 years after the release of debut EP Religious Persuasion, Andy White is back home in Belfast and…
BEUYS
See BEUYS 50 Years Later: Action, Society, Performance and Change at Ulster Museum.
Workers Club
With £4 pints of their regular favourites and rotating craft beer tap 5-8pm it’s the best way to…
Scissor Sisters
Scissor Sisters Return To Celebrate The 20th Anniversary Of Their No.1 Album 'Scissor Sisters'.
90’s Baby Bottomless Brunch
Get ready to party like it’s 1999 at this totally rad 90s-themed brunch!
Lucian Freud’s Etchings: A Creative Collaboration at Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is thrilled to announce their partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum to bring Lucian Freud…
Spotlight on…Mr. Papers!
Mr. Papers is a humorous character developed by mixed media artist Sue Cathcart.
Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
Mark Watson returns to Belfast for his stand-up show at The Empire.
Ulster Orchestra: Act of Defiance
The blockbuster end to the season opens with Walton’s lyrically romantic Cello Concerto, performed by guest soloist Nicholas…
National Drawing Day
Celebrate National Drawing Day at the Ulster Museum on Saturday 17th May!
VE-Day 80 Commemorations Lisburn
A day of commemorations for all ages will take place across Lisburn to mark the 80th anniversary of…
Lavery’s Comedy Club
Looking for a night of non-stop laughs? Look no further than Colin Geddis' comedy night in their middle…
We Lose Sight of the Night: Aisling O’Beirn
Aisling O’Beirn’s exhibition explores the relationship between art, science, and environmental change.
Braiding with a Lucet – Experience AND 2025
Discover the art of lucet braiding, an ancient craft with Viking roots that found its way into Celtic…
‘1798- A Belfast Rebellion’ City Centre Walking Tour
Join DC Tours on a 2½ hour walking tour discovering Georgian Belfast.
Bangor Bay Boat Tours – Experience AND 2025
Hear the story of infamous smuggler, Jenny Watt while enjoying a cruise around beautiful Bangor Bay, off Belfast…
Paddy Godfrey Live at The Reporter
Paddy Godfrey playing country classics and his own originals every Friday from 9pm
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before…
GIMME! GIMME! GIMME! ABBA Inspired Drag Bottomless Brunch
You heard it here first… The Brunch Club are combining ABBA, DRAG And BRUNCH to bring you an…
Steve Welsh Quartet
Longtime New Yorker Steve Welsh is an ebullient newcomer to the Irish jazz scene.
Mohammad Syfkhan
Mohammad Syfkhan’s own brand of ecstatic music takes elements from Middle Eastern and North African music to create…
Caoilinn Hughes in Conversation
Caoilinn Hughes talks about her work and her latest novel ‘The Alternatives’.
Eclectic Love Festival Belfast
A dance classics “marathon” music festival from 1-11pm featuring some of the UK, Ireland and continental Europe’s biggest…
Ciorcal Comhrá
Join for an Irish Conversation Circle to practice the language or learn a new skill.
Sunday Sessions
Come along to The Dirty Onion every Sunday for a live trad session and live folk bands!
Rampage
Get ready to unleash your inner warrior at Rampage 2025. It's back on the 10th and 11th of…
City Centre Belfast Blitz Walking Tours (In conjunction with Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum)
Join staff from the Northern Ireland War Memorial on this guided walking tour of the Cathedral Quarter exploring…
The 25th Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival returns for the 25th time - from the 1st – 11th May -…
Quiz Nights at The Barn
Join for a fun filled Quiz Night at The Barn on the Last Thursday of Every Month!
Seven Drunken Nights
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners returns to Belfast's Waterfront Hall on 29 May 2025…
Ulster Orchestra: Grand Masters
Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and Rachmaninoff are three giants of Russian music, and this concert foregrounds all their exceptional talents.
Aardman presents Lloyd of the Flies Wetland Bug Hunt
Dive into the wonderful world of wetland insects with Lloyd and his new friend Dart the dragonfly at…
Lock-in Sessions
The Second Fiddle are open until 3am every Thursday, Friday & Saturday, with live music until 2:30am!
Lisdoon Nirvana
For anyone who’s ever been young and dreamed of going to a festival and finding Nirvana…
The Bluebells Acoustic Trio
The Bluebells enjoyed a whirlwind career spanning the early 1980’s with a recording output including three U.K. hit…
The Journey Back
A story that covers the turbulent last 10 years of Rangers Football Club with a rollercoaster ride of…
Belfast by the Glass
An alternative history of Belfast through booze. 6 Drinks. 6 Chapters. 6 Stories to be told.
Adult Foraging & Bushcraft Cookery Course
Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of wild edibles through this Beginner’s Introductory Foraging Course!
Dinosaurs Survive!
This summer, embark on an extraordinary adventure at W5 with Dinosaurs Survive!
UNKLE
For the past 30 years, James Lavelle has been at the forefront of global club culture.
Seacourt Supper Club – Experience AND 2025
Seacourt Supper Club, an exclusive dining experience in Bangor's historic heritage bank building. Part of Experience Ards and…
Noah Gundersen
Noah takes vulnerability to a new level on brand new full-length studio album, If This Is The End.
Vinyl Sessions
Check into the lobby early with the legendary Ghost’s “Vinyl Session”.
Paint & Prosecco
Grab a paintbrush and a glass of bubbly and create your own artwork on Saturday 10th May in…
Spring Baking
Make the most of delicious Spring produce in this hands-on class. Take home your delicious baking and enjoy!
Ghost Stories
A truly terrifying theatrical experience created by The League of Gentlemen’s Jeremy Dyson, and Andy Nyman, co-creator of…
Theresa Lola – ‘Ceremony for the Nameless’
CQAF and Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s welcomes Theresa Lola to Belfast to read from and talk about…
Beer and Cheese at Bullhouse East
Join for the popular Beer & Cheese night at Bullhouse East!
If Buildings Could Talk Tour Belfast
Take a walking tour through Belfast City centre and hear stories of interesting, unusual and entertaining events that…
Bank Holiday BBQ & Local Talent
Join in The Walled Garden, on May Bank Holiday, for a day full of entertainment and food in…
Kitchen Confidence
Master the basics and improve your cooking skills in this practical hands-on cooking class. Suitable for beginners and…
Golden Hour Alpaca Trekking & Luxury Charcuterie Board – Perfect Date Night Idea
Join for golden hour alpaca trekking & a luxury charcuterie board and discover the perfect blend of nature,…
Reliquary, as Oubliette Exhibition
University of Atypical presents an open launch event and exhibition showcasing the work of Eibh Gordon, Belfast School…
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…
Sensorium at The Spirit Circle
Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 3 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.
Homes in Focus: Drumnahunshin Farmhouse
Discover what life was like in the Drumnahunshin Farmhouse in the early 1900s with the Folk Museum’s Senior…
Lionel Richie
Say Hello To The Hits’ kicks off at The SSE Arena in Belfast on 31 May, visiting 16…
Paul Dunlea’s International Sextet
Scott's Jazz Club are thrilled to welcome back Cork trombonist Paul Dunlea to Scott’s Jazz Club with yet…
Titanic Eastside Bike Tour
A fun, guided bike ride along East Belfast’s riverside paths and greenways to where the Titanic was built.
North Block Bazaar
A unique Little Market set inside the walls of the very famous Crumlin rd Jail. A Boutique market…
A Night at the Musicals
Join for an evening of the best songs from your favourite West End and Broadway shows.
