There’s so much to discover and do in Belfast and the surrounding area this summer! Check out our list of unmissable events and festivals below. Make sure you leave room in your calendar!
Summer
Bing’s Nature Explorers
Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.
Wellness at the Wetlands – Experience AND 2024
Join host Tessa Ann, of The Sound Healing Spa, who will guide you on a sound healing experience…
Safari in the City – Swift Stories
This event at the Crescent Arts Centre will explore how swifts have been secured at the iconic site.
Belfast Music Bus Tour
Take a bus journey through the Heart of this Newly appointed UNESCO Rock and Roll City.
Tea with the Bees and Cake with the Cows – Experience AND 2024
Tea with the Bees and Cake with the Cows is a unique farm experience hosted at Ballyboley Dexters,…
AVA Festival 2024
AVA mark a decade as pioneers in the electronic music world, with their flagship Belfast festival.
Lavery’s Comedy Club
Looking for a night of non-stop laughs? Look no further than Colin Geddis' comedy night on Lavery's middle…
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
This 5-star show is coming to the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 21 June 2024 - Come and join…
Finding Nemo Jr
Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo.
Gardens & Gin – Experience AND 2024
A New for 2024 escorted excursion by coach. Opportunity to learn about how gin is made from field…
The Highstool Prophets Live
After a successful sold out appearance in 2023, The Highstool Prophets return to The MAC for what is…
Michael McIntyre: MACNIFICENT
Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT at the SSE Arena, Belfast.
Taylor Swift Bottomless Brunch
Dive into Taylor Swift's world at the ultimate Swifties Boozy Brunch. Expect Live Tay Tay Performances & DJ's…
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking – Castlewellan
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning Castlewellan…
Classic Cars at Montalto
Spend the day in spectacular scenery surrounded by impressive classic cars to admire at Montalto Estate on the…
Lavery On Location
A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.
Pet Shop Boys
The iconic pop duo are set to take to the stage at The SSE Arena, Belfast in June…
Summer Equinox – Sound Healing Spa Retreat Experience and Workshop at Temple of the Winds, Mount Stewart
Immerse yourself in the magical energy of Mount Stewart’s Temple of the Winds as Tessa delivers a beautiful…
Belfast Music Walking Tour
Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track…
The Walled Garden at The Carriage Rooms
Enjoy an exclusive viewing of the private Walled Garden. Discover the vibrant colours in the beautiful garden with…
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…
Belfast’s Big Prize Quiz
Revolucion De Cuba’s Pub Quiz just levelled up – this time the first place winners will win HUGE…
Peter Pan: The Musical
East Broadway Theatre Company is proud to present 'Peter Pan: The Musical' the culmination of their summer intensive…
Come & Try Canoeing
Come and Try Canoeing… a simply awesome activity, offering a gentle paddling opportunity be it solo, double or…
Trad and Tide Bangor Bay – Experience AND 2024
Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while telling you some salty…
Come & Try Mountain Biking
Come and Try Mountain Biking… or MTB as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with a choice…
Wellness at the Wetlands – Experience AND 2024
Join host Tessa Ann, of The Sound Healing Spa, who will guide you on a sound healing experience…
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…
Gothic Abbey & Physic Garden Tour – Experience AND 2024
This is a truly unique tour, an opportunity to learn how herbs and plants have been used medicinally…
Scene to Studio: Painting the Walled Garden – Experience AND 2024
Join local landscape artist Jenni Robinson for an immersive day of art, based around the beautiful Walled Garden…
Belfast Bradley Art Experience
Terry Bradley is an international artist born in Belfast in 1965, while growing up during the Troubles in…
Comber Historical Walking Tour – Experience AND 2024
Comber may be small in size but is big in terms of history. Come along to discover what…
Rostrevor Mountain Bike Uplift
The Rostrevor Bike Uplift is the official and only way to max your time on the awesome Rostrevor…
Step Back in Time Walking Tour – Experience AND 2024
Step back in time with and uncover stories of Bangor's fascinating past during this informative and scenic walking…
Strangford Lough Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join Tour Guide John Murray and take time away from the fast pace of everyday life and enjoy…
Bulletin Bingo
Join the Reporter for Bulletin Bingo to try and win yourself a drink or whatever was on offer…
Belfast by the Glass
An alternative history of Belfast through booze. 6 Drinks. 6 Chapters. 6 Stories to be told.
Templemore Baths Guided Tour
Templemore Baths Heritage Space preserves original Victorian features of the only remaining public baths on the island of…
Trad Thursday
Join The Reporter Bar for a good ol'trad session on a Thursday night with local musicians and drinks…
5 Stop Brunch
Join Taste and Tour on a 3-hour grazing style Sunday Belfast Brunch Tour in the city's finest quirky…
Nick Cope’s Family Show
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families…
Jenny Watts Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join Brian Meharg as he invites you aboard to hear the story of infamous smuggler, Jenny Watt while…
Life Through a Royal Lens
Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.
Sunday Class & Milonga
A class for total beginners or those wanting to improve on their skills of Argentine tango.
Monoprinting with Plants – Experience AND 2024
An evening of creativity at Seacourt Print Workshop. You may choose the plants you wish to use, to…
Bangor Bay D-day Boat Trip – Experience AND 2024
Join this Sea Bangor weekend and discover the crucial role Bangor had to play in preparation for the…
Summer Solstice Voyage of Discovery – Experience AND 2024
Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan, as you celebrate midsummer,…
Square Eye Sessions at Bullhouse East
Come down to Bullhouse East on the last Wednesday of each month for their Square Eye sessions, which…
Workers Club
Join the Reporter for weekend vibes with £3.80 pints 5-8pm followed by live music for established local legends…
Brewpub Experience
Enjoy a guided tasting session of some of their favourite Bell's Brewery beers paired with a tasty pie…
Trad and Tide Strangford Lough – Experience AND 2024
Take time away from the fast pace of everyday life and enjoy the splendour of Strangford Loughs' scenery…
Sensorium at The Spirit Circle
Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 2.5 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.
Copeland Distillery Tours
Come and experience a tour of The Copeland Distillery and taste their award-winning spirits!
Come & Try SUP Boarding
Come and Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding… or SUP as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with…
Fratelli Movie Nights
Make 2024 the year where you make more time for friend catch ups and date nights with cosy…
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…
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…
Ghost: The Musical
Adapted from the hit film, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes…
Irish Cheese & Irish Spirits: Meet the Makers at The Echlinville Distillery
Experience excellence with a distillery tour and spirits & cheese tasting at The Echlinville Distillery alongside Ireland’s finest…
Come & Try Electric Biking – Newcastle
Come & Try Electric Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning County Down…
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.
Burgers, Beer and Spirits at The Echlinville Distillery
Enjoy an afternoon of local food and drinks with gourmet burgers by Ballyboley Dexters, craft beer by Modest…
Let’s Go Girls! A Shania & Dolly Tribute Night
Let’s Go Girls! A Shania & Dolly Tribute Night at the Stormont Hotel.
Safari In the City – Nature Writing
Part of Belfast Book Festival this workshop with Lev Parikian, Moya Cannon, Mary Montague, Helen MacDonald, Katherine Rundell…
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking – Rostrevor
Come & Try Electric Mountain Biking… and enjoy the absolute buzz of electric bikes on the stunning Rostrevor…
Belfast Traditional Music Trail
The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.
Come & Try Electric Biking
Come and Try Electric Biking… or E-Biking as it’s known is a simply awesome activity and is a…
