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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Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott Music and ConcertsPaul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott
Sat, 11 Apr 2020, 7:00pmPaul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott are going on tour and stopping off at Belfast's most iconic venue, Ulster…
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Rustioni Conducts Chopin and Bruckner Music and ConcertsRustioni Conducts Chopin and Bruckner
Fri, 15 May 2020, 7:45pmBenjamin Grosvenor guests, with pieces by Mozart, Chopin and Bruckner.
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David Gray Music and ConcertsDavid Gray
Tue, 31 Mar 2020, 7:30pmMulti-platinum, multi-Brit award and Grammy-nominated, singer-songwriter David Gray has announced an arena tour and he's stopping in Belfast!
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The Academic Music and ConcertsThe Academic
Fri, 22 May 2020, 7:00pmFollowing their sold out show in the city earlier this year, The Academic has confirmed a return to…
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Nathan Carter – Postponed Music and ConcertsNathan Carter – Postponed
Sat, 28 Mar 2020, 7:00pmThis concert has been postponed to 13 June.
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Music In The Chamber – King Cedar – Cancelled Music and ConcertsMusic In The Chamber – King Cedar – Cancelled
Fri, 27 Mar 2020, 8:00pmThis event has been cancelled.
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The Magic of Motown Music and ConcertsThe Magic of Motown
Fri, 20 Nov 2020, 7:00pmCelebrate the sound of a generation with The Magic of Motown!
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The Commitments Music and ConcertsThe Commitments
26 Apr - 01 May 2021Following a sellout run in 2017, The Commitments is returning to the Grand Opera House in 2021!
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The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom Children's EventsThe Gruffalo and Room on the Broom
Sat, 23 May 2020, 1:00pmCelebrating the Gruffalo’s 21st Birthday! Come along and enjoy the much-loved music of the Gruffalo and Room on…
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Lionel – A Tribute To Lionel Richie – Cancelled Music and ConcertsLionel – A Tribute To Lionel Richie – Cancelled
Thu, 26 Mar 2020, 8:00pmPlaying in the intimate space of the Waterfront Studio, this is the perfect show for any fan of…
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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Limelight Complex Pubs and ClubsLimelight Complex
Established as one of the city's main venues for live music, hosting international touring acts, sell out club…
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John Hewitt Pubs and ClubsJohn Hewitt
A unique venue in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, you are guaranteed a very warm Belfast welcome…
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Whites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms Pubs and ClubsWhites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms
Whites Tavern & The Oyster Rooms was established back in 1630 making it the oldest tavern in Belfast.…
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Robinsons Bar Pubs and ClubsRobinsons Bar
One of Belfast's oldest and biggest bars, Robinsons hosts five venues under one roof.
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Henrys Pubs and ClubsHenrys
Henrys, named after historic Belfast figure and United Irish man Henry Joy McCracken, has been a pub for…
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Perch Rooftop Bar Pubs and ClubsPerch Rooftop Bar
Belfast's original rooftop bar and winner of the coveted ‘Best Outdoor Space’ category at the LCN awards, The…
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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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Fountain Lane Fountain Lane
Fountain Lane has been feeding and watering Belfast since 1901. With a wealth of history as a tavern…
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Deanes Deli Vin Cafe CaféDeanes Deli Vin Cafe
Cafe by day serving breakfast, fabulous sandwiches, lunch specials and an afternoon menu. It transforms by night into…
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Berts Jazz Bar & Restaurant Pubs and ClubsBerts Jazz Bar & Restaurant
Berts encapsulates the sleek elegance of the art-deco era, complemented by live jazz, fabulous cocktails and mouth watering…
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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.
