Whether it’s toe-tapping traditional Irish music, a standing room only gig, or an evening of soothing jazz or classical, you’re guaranteed to find out what makes Belfast a city of music.
Traditional Music in Belfast
Belfast’s pub culture thrives on traditional music sessions. Grab a pint and immerse yourself in the sounds of Irish trad in these bars and venues with regular traditional live music.
Duke of York
Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional Belfast welcome, craic and music.
Dirty Onion and Yardbird
The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week.
John Hewitt
A unique venue in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, you are guaranteed a very warm Belfast welcome at The John Hewitt.
Belfast Music Tours
Walk through cobbled alleyways, past famous landmarks and explore unique bars to experience Belfast’s rich culture, heritage, language, customs and history through Music tours.
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!
Belfast Traditional Music Trail
Belfast Traditional Music Trail every Saturday in Belfast’s vibrant and centrally located Cathedral Quarter.
Live Music in Belfast
Discover why Belfast was named a UNESCO City of Music in 2021. Enjoy live gigs, traditional and alternative music throughout Belfast.
Live Music
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The Points Bar Pubs and ClubsThe Points Bar
The Points is a traditional Irish pub situated in the heart of Dublin Road Belfast.
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Errigle Inn Pubs and ClubsErrigle Inn
Serving fabulous food and drink, The Errigle Inn features five bars, roof gardens, a beer garden and live…
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The Old Inn HotelsThe Old Inn
Nestled in the charming village of Crawfordsburn, located just 15 minutes from Belfast and five minutes from the…
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The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery Pubs and ClubsThe Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery
The Deer’s Head is Belfast city’s original brewpub with a fully functional on-site craft brewery, Bell's Brewery, on…
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Dirty Onion and Yardbird Pubs and ClubsDirty Onion and Yardbird
The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week.
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Parlour Bar Pubs and ClubsParlour Bar
The ultimate student haunt in the Queen's Quarter, The Parlour Bar is renowned for fantastic entertainment and amazing…
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Starr Records ShoppingStarr Records
Belfast City Centre’s only Independent Record Shop stocking new, rare and reissued vinyl as well as putting on…
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Linen House Pubs and ClubsLinen House
The Linen House is an award winning multi-venue complex comprised of Sweet Afton Bar & Kitchen, The Perch…
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Belfast Empire Pubs and ClubsBelfast Empire
A converted church in the heart of Belfast, The Empire hosts regular Music Hall gigs and comedians from…
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The Tipsy Bird Pubs and ClubsThe Tipsy Bird
The Tipsy Bird is a quirky style bar in Belfast’s city centre with amazing cocktails and live music.
Music Venues in Belfast
From arenas to bars, Belfast is host to some of the coolest music venues. Remember it’s not just about the music, but how you experience it.
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Ulster Hall Arts and EntertainmentUlster Hall
Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's most iconic venues. Sitting right at the heart of the city's vibrant…
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The SSE Arena, Belfast Arts and EntertainmentThe SSE Arena, Belfast
Northern Ireland's premier entertainment venue, where world class entertainment comes alive!
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Belfast Empire Pubs and ClubsBelfast Empire
A converted church in the heart of Belfast, The Empire hosts regular Music Hall gigs and comedians from…
Famous Faces of Belfast
Home to names such as Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, Stiff Little Fingers, and Van Morrison, Belfast lacks nothing when it comes to musical claims to fame.
