Festivals in Belfast

Have fun in Belfast in 2024 with a fun-filled festival calendar of events for everyone. There is loads of things to see and do; art, music, science and free events.

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22 February 2024

Festivals are a great excuse to have fun with family and friends. Celebrate local and international talent while making new memories. From learning experiences and traditional music, to cultural and family friendly events, there’s something for everyone to get involved in this festival season!

NI Science Festival

NI Science Festival returns for its landmark 10th edition from Thursday 15 – Sunday 25 February 2024! With over 180 events across 50+ venues, the NI Science Festival offers a stimulating and wide range of events focusing on the wonders of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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  • NI Science Festival Children’s Events
    NI Science Festival Children’s Events
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    NI Science Festival Children’s Events

    Discover what children events are happening as part of the NI Science Festival, 15 - 25 February 2024.

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  • Autopsy
    Autopsy
    NI Science Festival

    Autopsy

    1.74 KM
    Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 6:00pm

    Autopsy, a live theatrical exploration through our anatomy. A multi-sensory journey that will educate on the importance of…

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  • Back to the Cheeseboard!
    Back to the Cheeseboard!
    NI Science Festival

    Back to the Cheeseboard!

    1.14 KM
    Sun, 25 Feb 2024, 7:00pm

    Enjoy an exclusive evening celebrating the allure of cheese with food journalist Patrick McGuigan and cheese expert Johnny…

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Belfast TradFest Winter Weekend

Belfast will come alive from 23rd – 25th February to the sounds of traditional music once again with concerts, workshops, sessions, and talks during Belfast TradFest Winter Weekend.

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  • Bríd Harper: A Celebration Concert
    Bríd Harper: A Celebration Concert
    Belfast TradFest

    Bríd Harper: A Celebration Concert

    Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pm

    Belfast TradFest is delighted to bring together some of the best musicians from the world of traditional music…

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  • Altan | Michael Rooney
    Altan | Michael Rooney
    Belfast TradFest

    Altan | Michael Rooney

    0.99 KM
    Fri, 23 Feb 2024, 7:00pm

    Altan’s global popularity, having toured the world over, has earned them an Irish postal stamp and recognition from…

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  • The Songs of Shane MacGowan
    The Songs of Shane MacGowan
    Belfast TradFest

    The Songs of Shane MacGowan

    Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 8:00pm

    The Songs of Shane MacGowan will be celebrated and performed by a selection of fine singers.

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Look North!

Join for the third Look North! The North Belfast Festival. A wonderful weekend of literature, heritage, entertainment, discussion and collective celebration.

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Feel Good Festival

From candlelit concerts, laser lit dance gigs and relaxing activities, everyone is invited to take in the beautiful surroundings with a range of events that will simply make you feel good in 2024.

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Féile an Earraigh

Féile an Phobail’s Spring festival, Féile an Earraigh, is a vibrant and inclusive culture and arts festival which offers a wide variety of arts and cultural activities.

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  • Trad Trail
    Trad Trail
    Féile an Earraigh

    Trad Trail

    Sun, 17 Mar 2024, 12:00pm

    As part of St Patrick’s Celebrations, Trad Trail, by Féile an Phobail will take place in an array…

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  • Irish Language Family Fun Day – Spraoi Cois Lao
    Irish Language Family Fun Day – Spraoi Cois Lao
    Family Friendly

    Irish Language Family Fun Day – Spraoi Cois Lao

    Sat, 09 Mar 2024, 1:00pm

    Spraoi Cois Lao is an incredibly exciting event that aims to bring the Irish language back into the…

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  • Bláth na hÓige
    Bláth na hÓige
    Féile an Earraigh

    Bláth na hÓige

    Sat, 02 Mar 2024, 7:00pm

    Enjoy this performance by Bláth na hÓige, supported by Lonesome George at St Comgalls as part of Féile an…

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Belfast Children's Festival

Belfast Children’s Festival returns from 8-16 March 2024 full to the brim with exceptional creative experiences for children, young people and the adults in their lives.

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  • Little Top
    Little Top
    Belfast Children's Festival

    Little Top

    Sat, 16 Mar 2024, 11:00am

    Little Top is a magical first circus experience for babies and their adults.

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  • Bully Bully
    Bully Bully
    Belfast Children's Festival

    Bully Bully

    2.11 KM
    Sat, 16 Mar 2024, 4:15pm

    A madcap musical about childish grown-up men, featuring songs, quarrels, bickering and eventually, a happy ending.

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  • Festival Family Day Out
    Festival Family Day Out
    Belfast Children's Festival

    Festival Family Day Out

    Sat, 16 Mar 2024, 1:00pm

    The ever-popular Festival Family Day Out is taking place again this year across the Cathedral Quarter.

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Imagine! Festival

Taking place during 18-24 March with over 130 events, the strictly non-partisan festival offers up an eclectic week of talks, workshops, theatre, comedy, music, exhibitions, film and tours and in-person and live events.

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