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Locally Produced Christmas Gift Guide

Have a look at our local producers below, with a range of products available in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre and find the perfect gift this Christmas. With a winter wonderland of gifts made by over 30 local designers, you’re sure to find something uniquely Belfast!​…

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Best Places to see Christmas Lights & Displays

Belfast is lighting up for the festive season! The city comes alive each winter with sparkling displays and magical light trails that attract visitors from near and far. From iconic landmarks like Belfast City Hall to immersive experiences in Antrim and Lisburn, here is your complete guide to the…

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Festive Concerts and Carols

As the days get darker, music begins to add a little warmth to the city. From traditional carol services to relaxed jazz brunches and festive concerts, there are plenty of moments to enjoy together. See what’s coming up in Belfast and plan something to look forward to…

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Top 10 Things to do this Winter

Discover the best things to do in Belfast this Winter! From cosy pubs and sunday lunches to ice hockey games, indoor activities and scenic winter walks, there's something for everyone. Take a Winter Walk Wrap up and head out for some fresh air. Wander through frosty forest parks, breathe in the sea…

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Christmassy Nights Out

After another crazy year, it's time to let your hair down! Here’s where to go for festive drinks, pub food and enjoy a Christmas night out!​…

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Coffee Shops in Belfast

Read a book, catch up with friends or enjoy a takeaway coffee from one of Belfast’s best coffee shops. Whether you like it black, milky, foamy, sweet or flat, you will definitely find the perfect coffee shop right for you. Each café serves sweet and savoury treats; some even serve lunch…

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Top 10 Things to do this Christmas in Belfast

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and there’s no better place to celebrate than Belfast. From sparkling lights and festive feasts to classy cocktails and cosy winter walks, the city is bursting with things to do. Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift or simply soaking up the…

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Festive Family Fun

Enjoy the festive season in Belfast with the whole family! With lots of family experiences to choose from like visiting Santa in his grotto, catching a Christmas Pantomime, or heading out to look at Christmas lights and displays. Here are our top picks for family-friendly events happening around the…

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Top 10 Cocktail Bars in Belfast

Enjoy a refreshing drink with friends in one of Belfast's finest cocktails bars. Sample unique concoctions, classic mixes and local flavours. Rattlebag Rattlebag is an exciting late-night concept cocktail bar hidden within Bullitt hotel. Offering a rotating menu that changes with the seasons, each…

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Top Christmas Events Beyond Belfast

Here’s our round-up of top Christmas events outside of Belfast. Experience magical markets, dazzling lights, and more festive family fun beyond Belfast this Christmas…

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