Discover unmissable events and festivals in Belfast and the surrounding area this Autumn. From art festivals to fun indoor activities, there is something going on in Belfast for everyone to enjoy.
Autumn Festivals
Autumn Events

Foxxy Fridays
Join Roxy Tumbledryer and her guests from 9pm for an all out barrel of laughs with cabaret, craic and camp tunes! Free Entry.

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

The Hen Do
Have you been missing Bridesmaids Becky? Worry no more! Because bonkers Becky from the smash hit, Bridesmaids of Northern Ireland is back.

Belfast Bike Tour
Experience a comfortable cycle through beautiful Belfast. Each tour with Belfast Bike Tours is unique and guests can experience the city how they like.

The ‘Queens Quarter Walking Trail’
The Queen’s Quarter Walking Trail explores the unique and fascinating heart of the University district in South Belfast.

Belfast Afternoon Milonga
Enjoy an afternoon of Argentine Tango Dancing. Have your shoes at the ready and enjoy the afternoon with new friends. Come and enjoy the fun!!

Smartphone Quiz
Put your knowledge to the test at The Bowery’s weekly Smartphone Quiz. With great prizes to be won every week, it’s free to enter and everyone is welcome!

Quartered: Belfast, A Love Story
A funny, poignant, and deeply human theatrical audio walking tour of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.

Pizza and Pottery Night
Enjoy pizza and pottery in Crawfordsburn, giving you the chance to get creative before having some artisan wood fired pizza. Bring your own wine or bubbly too.

Evita
With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, Ulster Operatic Company returns to the Grand Opera House with the musical classic Evita.

Tango Passions
Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the stage in 2023 with his brand new show Tango Passions.

42nd Street
It’s big… it’s bright… it's a brand-spanking new production of ‘the original showbiz musical,' 42nd Street!

Belfast Music Walking Tour
Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track venues. Discover why Belfast is a UNESCO City of Music!

10th Mash Direct Belfast City Half Marathon
The Belfast City Half Marathon celebrates its 10th staging in 2023 - On Sunday 17th September 2023 at 9.00am. Setting off at Ormeau park.

Tollymore Forest E-Bike Tour
Packed with stunning sights and photo opportunities in the UK’s oldest Forest Park, this tour is the perfect Saturday morning adventure for visitors and locals

The ‘Best of Belfast City Trail’
Simply download the DC Tours free app from the App Store or Google Play (search for ‘DC Tours Belfast’) and then choose from the range tours.

The ‘Titanic Quarter Trail On The Maritime Mile’
The Titanic Trail on the Maritime Mile is now available on the DC Tours app. Free to download.

Quartz live
Live Music from the Parlour's wonderful 2-piece Band Quartz.

Shane Todd – Mummy
Shane Todd is back at the Grand Opera House after a run of nine sold out shows in 2022!

Belfast Artisan Gin School
Belfast Artisan Gin School is a fun experience where you make your own bespoke recipe, full size bottle of gin, in one of their mini copper stills.

The ‘Line of Duty Locations Trail’
The ‘Line of Duty Locations Trail’ is a free tour for devotees of the hit BBC crime drama filmed in Belfast.

Annie
The smash-hit production of ANNIE comes to Belfast for 1 Week only direct from London’s West End.

Gypsy Caravan Luxury Afternoon Tea Experience
In this afternoon tea experience, you will have the opportunity to watch Bronagh prepare a luxury afternoon tea from scratch including delicious scones.

Trad Sessions at The Bowery
Head to The Bowery for their weekly Trad Session every Friday after 5pm. Free admission and enjoy their delicious cocktails.

Dragged Out Saturdays
A full day of Drag Queens GALORE for the best Saturday out in Belfast! Karaoke, cabaret, games and comedy and more laughs than you can handle. Free Entry.

Brewpub Experience
Enjoy a guided tasting session of some of their favourite Bell's Brewery beers paired with a tasty pie flight. Every Friday.

A History of Terror – 2.5 hour City Centre Walking Tour
‘A History of Terror’ is a multi-award winning city centre walking tour which explores the history of the Troubles and the path to peace.

Foil Arms & Hog – Hogwash
With over 1 billion views online, Foil arms and Hog are one of the internet’s most renowned comedy sketch groups, but it’s live performance is where they thrive

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is a 360-degree digital art experience, brought to life by Exhibition Hub and Fever Named a Must See Attraction by CNN.

The Bodyguard
The international, award-winning smash-hit musical THE BODYGUARD is back!

CabarGay
Bingo, cabaret, games and plenty of laughs to be had! Plus you could be the lucky winner of the £1000 BINGO JACKPOT!

The West Belfast Self Guided Tour – ‘West Belfast: Peacewalls, Murals and More’
West Belfast: Peacewalls, Murals and More’ is DC Tours first self-guided tour! It’s an indepth overview of the history of the Troubles in West Belfast.

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

Irish FA Tours
Irish FA Tours tells the unique story of Northern Ireland football from 1880 to present day using media, interactive displays, key artefacts and more.

St George’s Market
The award-winning St George’s Market is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Later opening hours during the festive Christmas season.

‘Your Belfast’ – Self-guided Tour
DC Tours latest self-guided tour is ‘Your Belfast’, an immersive (and free) self-guided tour of Belfast city centre.