Get the latest scoop on tours, concerts and gigs, family events and everything else that’s happening in Belfast this Spring.
Spring Festivals
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Belfast TradFest Events Blog - Live MusicBelfast TradFest Events
Check out the current events taking place as part of Belfast TradFest.
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Belfast Children’s Festival Blog - Budget FriendlyBelfast Children’s Festival
Belfast Children’s Festival returns from 8-16 March 2024 full to the brim with exceptional creative experiences for children,…
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Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas & Politics Blog - Budget FriendlyImagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas & Politics
Taking place during 18-24 March with over 130 events, the strictly non-partisan festival offers up an eclectic week…
Spring Events
Safari in the City – Seed Collecting
Join to collect wildflower seed for our practical conservation work.
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking – Castlewellan
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning Castlewellan…
Urban Dreams – An Exhibition by Joel Simon
Joel’s exhibition is an exploration of the Irish urban landscapes which evoke a sense of the past and…
Sunday Class & Milonga
A class for total beginners or those wanting to improve on their skills of Argentine tango.
Boy Out The City
The smash-hit new show Boy Out The City comes to the Lyric Belfast following its run on London’s…
Well-Spring at Mount Stewart – Experience AND 2024
Step away from your everyday and join Tessa Ann, from The Sound Healing Spa, for three carefully curated…
Belfast Bradley Art Experience
Terry Bradley is an international artist born in Belfast in 1965, while growing up during the Troubles in…
The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
An 11 day festival of the best local, national and international arts held in the historic Cathedral Quarter…
W5 Late
W5 Late is back this April for a night of adult-only fun in Belfast’s award-winning science and discovery…
Bluegrass Omagh
Bluegrass Omagh music festival returns to Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh on 4th & 5th May 2024.
Mrs Maker’s Spooky Masquerade
Join local artist Kerrie, aka Mrs Maker, and get into the Halloween spirit by creating masks of your…
Declan Nerney in Concert
At the forefront of Irish Country Music, Declan invites all enthusiasts to join him on the 2024 Where’s…
May At Custom House Square
May at Custom House Square brings BOYZLIFE, Brian Kennedy, Jake Carter and more to the stage!
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…
Ceasefire Babies
The talented performers of NISMAT Theatre School perform Fiona Doyle’s examination of the young people of modern Northern…
Wee Birds Art Workshop – Experience AND 2024
Families will be welcomed by Marianne from Boom! Studios, based in Bangor, who will lead a "Wee Birds"…
Workers Club
Join the Reporter for weekend vibes with £3.80 pints 5-8pm followed by live music for established local legends…
Trad Thursday
Join The Reporter Bar for a good ol'trad session on a Thursday night with local musicians and drinks…
Down Royal Motor Show
Down Royal’s First Motor Show! A day with something for all, kids’ entertainment, trade stalls, vehicle displays and…
Puffin Rock & The New Friends (Film) | Earth Day 2024
Join NI Science Festival as they celebrate Earth Day 2024 including film screenings and additional pop up activities…
Belonging by Cikada Circus
Festival of Fools 2024 After Hours presents Belonging by Cikada Circus - a unique immersive experience.
Disney Drag Bottomless Brunch
Welcome All Qweens & Kings, Beauties & Beasts To 'Wish Upon A Star' And Attend The Booziest Brunch…
Young Frankenstein: The Musical
Young Frankenstein, the electrifyingly entertaining musical comedy comes to The MAC Belfast in April from award-winning St Agnes'…
Newtownards Historical Walking Tour – Experience AND 2024
The tour, led by expert guide Paul Whitla, will take you on a journey through time. Immerse yourself…
Awful Auntie
When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, she has no idea her life is in…
May Bank Holiday: Paint your own Pottery or Citiscape and more!
Due to popular demand - Adrian McColgan's Pottery Studio is back at Revolucion De Cuba providing a unique…
Beer and Cheese Tasting | Vault City Brewing x Indie Füde x Errigle Inn
The Errigle Inn and Indie Füde bring you another special evening of Beer & Cheese pairings.
The Woman in Black
The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story The Woman in Black returns to the Grand Opera…
One Night of Elvis: Starring Lee Memphis King
Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist is coming to the Ulster Hall, Belfast on…
Water Works – Walk and Draw: Titanic Quarter
Join Water Works for a relaxed meander through the Titanic Quarter, stopping to observe and capture features of…
Come & Try Mountain Biking
Come and Try Mountain Biking… or MTB as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with a choice…
Square Eye Sessions at Bullhouse East
Come down to Bullhouse East on the last Wednesday of each month for their Square Eye sessions, which…
5 Stop Brunch
Join Taste and Tour on a 3-hour grazing style Sunday Belfast Brunch Tour in the city's finest quirky…
Seann Walsh: Back from the Bed
Catch Seann Walsh at The MAC on 31 May 2025 on his 'Back from the Bed' tour!
Beyoncé Drag Brunch Buffet
The Bottomless Drag Brunch is BACK; BEYONCÉ EDITON! Hosted by Rusty Hinges.
Spring Fest 2024
Celebrate the season with the annual Spring Fest at Malone House and Barnett Demesne.
Little Amal: The Big Dream
A dreamy night of music and celestial celebration featuring some of Northern Ireland’s most exciting musical talent.
Little Amal: Do Not Disturb
As Amal climbs to Colin Glen, she joins the people of Belfast, laden with artefacts of memory and…
EA Music (Dundonald Office) Showcase Concert
Featuring the SE Youth Orchestra with bands and orchestras from North Down/Castlereagh and Lisburn/Down areas.
Super Wrestling
The Wrestling superstars bring top international icons against local talents in a two-hour family-friendly event.
Show Some Love – Opening Weekend
Join Show Some Love Green House on 20 and 21 April from 12-4pm and discover a new city…
Johannes Radebe – House of Jojo
Join TV Dance Sensation Johannes Radebe and a host of eclectic characters in this brand-new theatrical celebration.
Copeland Distillery Tours
Come and experience a tour of The Copeland Distillery and taste their award-winning spirits!
Spring Spectacular
See the gardens of Northern Ireland’s royal residence erupt in spectacular colour as Spring Spectacular returns for 2024.
Superworm (Film) | Earth Day 2024
Join NI Science Festival as they celebrate Earth Day 2024 including film screenings and additional pop up activities…
Bargain Basement
A hilarious comedy filled with larger-than-life characters and lots of unexpected plot twists!
Spotlight on…Carla Pennie McBride
Stop by Craft NI Gallery and get acquainted with one of Northern Ireland’s most popular jewellery designers, Carla…
Behind the Scenes: Folk Life Collection Store
Come along to this special tour of the Folk Life collection stores at the Ulster Folk Museum.
Water Works – Community Boatbuilding Workshops
A series of creative workshops at the spectacular Drawing Office, Titanic Hotel, where the world's most famous ocean…
Writing Workshop with AerachAiteachGaelach
An interactive workshop with two award-winning writers, Sam Ó Ferraraigh and Seán Ó Muireagáin.
Live Music and BBQ in The Walled Garden
Head to The Walled Garden, on May Bank Holiday, for a day full of entertainment and food in…
Les Misérables School Edition
Filled with showstopping songs such as ‘I Dreamed a Dream’, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’ and ‘One…
Contra by Laura Murphy
Festival of Fools 2024 After Hours presents Contra by Laura Murphy. Drawing from circus, stand-up and live art,…
Bulletin Bingo
Join the Reporter for Bulletin Bingo to try and win yourself a drink or whatever was on offer…
The Lost Moon Sisters – Diane Di Prima Project
Poems are read to music composed by Nick Roth, with sections sung by Olesya Zdorovetska. Images on-screen by…
Belfast’s Big Prize Quiz
Revolucion De Cuba’s Pub Quiz just levelled up – this time the first place winners will win HUGE…
Come & Try Canoeing
Come and Try Canoeing… a simply awesome activity, offering a gentle paddling opportunity be it solo, double or…
Safari in the City – Dawn Chorus Day
Enjoy a sunrise walk to bask in the soundscape of the dawn chorus and sunrise at Black Mountain.
Little Amal: The Half Bap
Local resident Barney and Amal explore the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast, or the Half Bap as it's known…
Belfast Tango Weekend
Belfast Tango are excited to bring an experienced Teacher, dancer and Tango DJ from Dublin.
City Nature Challenge: Bioblitz
Ulster Folk Museum are taking part in the City Nature Challenge – Greater Belfast, competing with 400+ cities…
Project Children
'Project Children' is a powerful reminder of how activism and radical kindness can positively change the lives of…
AVA Festival 2024
AVA mark a decade as pioneers in the electronic music world, with their flagship Belfast festival.
Blooming May Day at the Whitehead Railway Museum
Head to Whitehead Railway Museum this May Day and catch a short trip on their site in a…
Disney’s Frozen Jr
Embark on an enchanting journey to Arendelle with Belvoir Players Theatre Academy’s production of Disney’s Frozen Jr.
Pots, Petals & Pizza Evening
Head to Montalto for a fun and interactive evening with arguably two of the best combinations - petals…
Girls Aloud
Girls Aloud return to The SSE Arena, Belfast to celebrate their 21st anniversary huge arena tour for 2024.
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…
Mary Ann, The Forgotten Sister
Join Kabosh for Mary Ann, The Forgotten Sister, a theatrical exploration of the life and legacy of Mary…
EA-CBSM Primary School Showcase Concert
Join the Education Authority City of Belfast School of Music as they present their annual Primary School Showcase…
Life Through a Royal Lens
Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.
Spring Discovery Morning
These Discovery Mornings give you an opportunity to join the rangers on one of their patrols and explore…
Spring Foraging Workshop at Ulster Folk Museum
Forage for seasonal plants, trees and fruit on this Spring walk around the Ulster Folk Museum on Sunday…
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…
Sound Links – Consultation Event
Sound Links will transform Townsend Street for a one-day festival of dance, song and fun for all ages!
Style Sunday at Waterman
Enjoy a delicious three course luxury fashion luncheon featuring fashion shows and pop up shops at Waterman House.
Bluegrass Omagh Family Day
Bluegrass Family Day will be jam packed with fantastic music and fun activities that everyone will enjoy.
Beer Club: Barrel Aged Beer and Cheese
Come to Out of Office’s taproom on the 2nd floor of Ulster Sports Club for their monthly tasting.
Bing’s Nature Explorers
Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.
Essentially Cher- Live In Concert
Trisha McCluney, renowned from BBC1’s “I Can See Your Voice,” embodies Essentially Cher, the rapidly ascending LIVE Cher…
Safari in the City – The Guillemots of Lagan Weir
A tour of the Black Guillemot colony at Lagan Weir. Learn about the difficult lives of these colourful…
Mrs Maker’s Mucky Ducks – Experience AND 2024
A fun creative experience for little ones this Bank Holiday Monday. Let their imaginations run free in mucky…
Raise You Up
Nismat Theatre School proudly presents their end of year showcase Raise You Up, featuring the very talented students…
Biggest Disco
Biggest Disco are coming to The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 27th April.
A Posh Picnic in The Walled Garden, Helen’s Bay – Experience AND 2024
This beautiful, relaxed dining experience will showcase the Walled Garden Helen's Bay in all its spring beauty.
9ft in Common – Alley Safari
9ft in Common and Wild Belfast are collaborating to investigate the flora and fauna resident in our city’s…
Belfast Paranormal Ghost Tour with Francis Higgins (The ‘Ghostman’)
A haunting ghost tour experience around Belfast City Centre with the Ghostman Francis Higgins.
Afternoon Tea & Tour in Montalto House
Feel like a Georgian guest at Montalto House. Your visit will begin with a warm welcome and an…
Come & Try SUP Boarding
Come and Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding… or SUP as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with…
Sensorium at The Spirit Circle
Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 2.5 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.
Spinning Yarns, Exploring Belfast’s Linen Quarter
A guided walk of a vibrant Belfast district, combining heritage, entertainment, history, culture and craic!
Ards International Guitar Festival
The 2024 Ards International Guitar Festival will take place in Newtownards from 17 – 21 April!
Rostrevor Mountain Bike Uplift
The Rostrevor Bike Uplift is the official and only way to max your time on the awesome Rostrevor…
Birdwatch Morning
Join Castle Espie's experts as they take a closer look at the wonderful variety of birds across their…
The Human Touch
‘The Human Touch’ tribute band are true fans of The Boss and the E Street Band and want…
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast, a city where punk meant more! Take this walking…
Merry May Day
Enjoy a merry May Day in Holywood with a food stall market, funfair rides, Jiggle and Jive and…
Hero of Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour
Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable abolitionist, philanthropist and social…
Fratelli Movie Nights
Make 2024 the year where you make more time for friend catch ups and date nights with cosy…
Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast…
Clifton House Tour: Experience The Belfast Poor House
The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House. From the moment you step through our door you will…
2024 Moy Park Belfast City Marathon
The Moy Park Belfast City Marathon is renowned for the incredible local support and crowds to cheer you…
Little Amal: Amal in Narnia
Amal ventures into East Belfast where she discovers a large wardrobe in the centre of CS Lewis Square.
Little Amal: The May Queen
A murmuration of birds surround Amal as she offered a flower crown and bestowed the honor of The…
Plots & Plotters: Belfast Charitable Society & the 1798 Rebellion (Clifton Street Cemetery Tour)
Come and explore the stories of the reformers & rebels who made the Belfast Charitable Society a “hotbed…
Pop up @ Bullitt: Storybox
Storybox will be popping up once again in Bullitt lobby on Saturday 27 April. Stop by, say hello,…
Belfast Music Walking Tour
Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track…
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking – Rostrevor
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning Rostrevor…
EA-CBSM Spring Community Concert Night 2
Join the Education Authority City of Belfast School of Music as they present Night 2 of their Spring…
An Evening with Belfast Rock Choir and the Swing Gals
Swing Gals is Northern Ireland’s original and leading vocal harmony trio - catch them at Belvoir Studio Theatre…
Lavery’s Comedy Club
Looking for a night of non-stop laughs? Look no further than Colin Geddis' comedy night on Lavery's middle…
Electric Picnic – Experience AND 2024
This experience is a Guided Electric Bike Tour around the shoreline of stunning Strangford Lough, with an artisan…
Chocolate Lovers Afternoon Tea and Movie
Chocolate themed afternoon tea with arrival cocktail, private screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and chance…
Belfast by the Glass
An alternative history of Belfast through booze. 6 Drinks. 6 Chapters. 6 Stories to be told.
Safari in the City – Making Space for Nature Conference
How can we make our urban green spaces more natureful, biodiverse and resilient?
Bluegrass Omagh Friday Night Concert
An evening of bluegrass music in Strule Art Centre to kick off the Bluegrass Omagh 2024 music festival!
Felting with Bees in The Walled Garden, Helen’s Bay – Experience AND 2024
A beautiful day spent at The Walled Garden Helen's Bay, where you will enjoy an insight into the…
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…
QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition
Craft NI are delighted to partner with the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) to bring to you the…
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.
Live Through This
Head to the Oh Yeah Music Centre for a night of 'bone-deep rage and syrupy hooks' celebrating 30…
Paupers and Public Health: Belfast Charitable Society and the Sick Poor, with Dr Robyn Atcheson
Since opening its doors 250 years ago, the Poorhouse was the first to offer free medical relief for…
Safari in the City – City Nature Challenge 2024
Described as the Ecological World Cup, get involved in the City Nature Challenge 2024.
Little Amal: The Seahorse and the Wolf
Welcome Amal on her first stop in Belfast with an outdoor theatre spectacle of music and dance co-created…
Bonnie & Clyde
Winner of Best New Musical at the WhatsOnStage Awards 2023, the West End cult sensation, Bonnie & Clyde…
The Crazy Weather Show with Scientific Sue
Enjoy the Crazy Weather Show with Scientific Sue! No better topic for Scientific Sue to use her drama…
Come & Try Electric Biking – Newcastle
Come & Try Electric Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning County Down…
Montalto House Guided Tour
Explore the grandeur of this 18th century Georgian mansion along with its wonderful collection of original art and…
Belfast Traditional Music Trail
The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.
SUP, Sauna and Swim – Experience AND 2024
Enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation at Strangford Lough Activity Centre's exclusive SUP Paddleboard events, in…
Sports Direct Premiership Game Week 38
The Final Game week of the 2023/24 season! Get your tickets today and get down to watch the…
90’s Baby Bottomless Brunch
The Bottomless 90s Baby Brunch Is Coming To BELFAST! All The Greatest 90s Hits And Big Sing Alongs…
Brewpub Experience
Enjoy a guided tasting session of some of their favourite Bell's Brewery beers paired with a tasty pie…
Lavery On Location
A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.
Come & Try Electric Biking
Come and Try Electric Biking… or E-Biking as it’s known is a simply awesome activity and is a…
