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.
Belfast: City of Music
Belfast was named City of Music 2018 and with a rich heritage, traditional music scene and top music venues, it's easy to see why.
Music Legends
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.
The city is also dotted with venues that have hosted historic concerts. Led Zepplin played the first show of their world tour ‘Stairway to Heaven’ at the Ulster Hall in 1971; in 1963 The Beatles made their Northern Ireland debut at the King’s Hall, where Nirvana played their last indoor gig in 1992; and the MTV European Music Awards were hosted here in 2011.
Gigs and Concerts
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Michael Bublé Tribute with David Bradley Music and ConcertsMichael Bublé Tribute with David Bradley
Fri, 14 Feb 2020, 7:00pmEnjoy a stunning and mesmerising show capturing the sheer brilliance that is Michael Bublé.
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Beth Hart Music and ConcertsBeth Hart
Sun, 02 Feb 2020, 8:00pmBeth Hart, Grammy nominated singer-songwriter will perform live at the Ulster Hall, 2 February 2020.
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Radio Ga Ga – The Ultimate Tribute to Queen Music and ConcertsRadio Ga Ga – The Ultimate Tribute to Queen
Fri, 23 Oct 2020, 7:00pmThe UK’s authoritative Queen Concert Show performed live, in a two-hour rock spectacular!
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The Game DanceThe Game
Mon, 10 Feb 2020, 7:00pmThe Game, one of the biggest hip hop acts in the world, is bringing his incredible live show…
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Beethoven at 250: Symphony No. 4 Music and ConcertsBeethoven at 250: Symphony No. 4
Fri, 27 Mar 2020, 7:45pmWorks by Beethoven, Nielsen and up and coming Northern Irish composer Amy Rooney.
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Pilgrim St Music and ConcertsPilgrim St
Sat, 08 Feb 2020, 8:00pmPilgrim St have become one of the most hard-working and well-respected bands on the Irish circuit since they…
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Rocketman – Elton John Tribute Belfast PlusRocketman – Elton John Tribute
Fri, 13 Mar 2020, 9:00pmPickie Funpark's Music On The Marina proudly presents Rocketman - a tribute to music legend Sir Elton John.
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Elton John 2020 HighlightsElton John
Mon, 30 Nov 2020, 8:00pmElton John has announced the first 2020 UK and Ireland dates of his colossal Farewell Yellow Brick Road…
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The Illegals featuring Niamh Kavanagh Music and ConcertsThe Illegals featuring Niamh Kavanagh
Sat, 18 Apr 2020, 7:00pmAfter a successful sell-out show last year Crumlin Road Goal are delighted to announce the return of The…
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The Mighty Mocambos FestivalsThe Mighty Mocambos
Sat, 25 Jan 2020, 8:30pmOut to Lunch and Superfly Funk & Soul Belfast kick off the new year with The Mighty Mocambos…
Take a Tour
Take a bus journey through the heart of this rock and roll city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy tunes and tales from Them and Van Morrison, by way of awesome guitar players, traditional and folk, to punk rock and Hollywood soundtracks.
From the venue where Van Morrison made his debut, to the place where The Undertones recorded ‘Teenage Kicks’ in 1978, the tour finishes at the NI Music Exhibition in the Cathedral Quarter.
Live Music Sessions
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Cabaret Supper Club Pubs and ClubsCabaret Supper Club
gps_fixed 0.21KMSumptuous food, exceptional service and wondrous entertainment.
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Kelly's Cellars Pubs and ClubsKelly's Cellars
gps_fixed 0.46KMOne of Belfast's oldest traditional Irish pubs, Kelly's Cellars offers live traditional music, pints of Guinness and Irish…
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Robinsons Bar Pubs and ClubsRobinsons Bar
gps_fixed 0.57KMOne of Belfast's oldest and biggest bars, Robinsons hosts five venues under one roof.
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The Cloth Ear Pubs and ClubsThe Cloth Ear
gps_fixed 0.65KMThe Cloth Ear provides patrons with a pleasing twist on the quintessential Irish pub.
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Rita's Belfast Pubs and ClubsRita's Belfast
gps_fixed 0.38KMJoin Rita's talented mixologists in one of Belfast’s most lavish drinking dens and enjoy one of their expertly…
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John Hewitt Pubs and ClubsJohn Hewitt
gps_fixed 0.62KMA unique venue in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, you are guaranteed a very warm Belfast welcome…
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Limelight Complex Pubs and ClubsLimelight Complex
gps_fixed 0.47KMEstablished as one of the city's main venues for live music, hosting international touring acts, sell out club…
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Henrys Pubs and ClubsHenrys
gps_fixed 0.45KMHenrys, named after historic Belfast figure and United Irish man Henry Joy McCracken, has been a pub for…
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Belfast Empire Pubs and ClubsBelfast Empire
gps_fixed 0.97KMA converted church in the heart of Belfast, The Empire hosts regular Music Hall gigs and comedians from…
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Whites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms Pubs and ClubsWhites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms
gps_fixed 0.46KMWhites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms was established back in 1630 making it the oldest tavern in Belfast.…
The Belfast Playlist
Plug into the sound of something local. Belfast’s Oh Yeah Music Centre has curated a Spotify playlist of music from the city and across Northern Ireland.
As well as a few classics, it features upcoming artists and songs inspired from a love for the city these artists call home.
