Celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Belfast! Sample tasty food and drink, enjoy Belfast’s nightlife or follow in the footsteps of the saint himself on the St Patrick’s trail. Don’t miss out on the St Patrick’s Day parade, where the city comes alive with music and colour. Here’s your guide to what’s on in the city to celebrate and where to find the perfect pint of Guinness!
St Patrick's Day Parade
Enjoy a dazzling display of costume, music, dance and theatrical performances at our annual parade. There will be amazing creations, a colourful live performance and a high energy soundtrack from LUXE. Local dance troupes, schools, community groups and musicians will also take part in the spectacle.
Féile an Earraigh
Féile an Earraigh, is a vibrant and inclusive culture and arts festival which aims to promote the Irish language, traditional music and culture. From 1st – 17th March, get involved with a wide variety of arts and cultural activities including traditional music, workshops, concerts, tours, walks, talks, literary events, youth and sporting events and family based activities.
St Patrick's Music Festival
Belfast TradFest is delighted to partner with Belfast City Council to programme and deliver St. Patrick’s Music Festival across March 14th – 17th as part the UNESCO City of Music’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The programme invites everyone to the city to enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor traditional arts events encompassing a diverse, cross-cultural and cross-traditions celebration in honour of St. Patrick.
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McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle + Róis Belfast TradFestMcGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle + Róis
Mon, 17 Mar 2025, 8:00pmEvenings of folk music & song don’t get much better than spending your time in the company of…
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Celtic Psalms | Ursula Burns Belfast TradFestCeltic Psalms | Ursula Burns
Fri, 14 Mar 2025, 7:30pmJoin for this special concert featuring Celtic Psalms, a music group composed of Rev. Kiran Young Wimberly and…
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Cara Dillon ‘Coming Home’ St Patrick's DayCara Dillon ‘Coming Home’
Mon, 17 Mar 2025, 7:00pmBelfast TradFest presents, Cara Dillon, in Belfast’s historic Ulster Hall for an enchanting evening of compelling songs, stories…
All St Patrick's Day Events
It’s St Patrick’s Day! Enjoy the St. Patrick’s day celebrations in Belfast, with parades, music, family activities, and a whole lot of green.
Food and Drink
Best Places for Guinness in Belfast
Looking for the perfect pint of Guinness in Belfast? Read our local’s guide to the city’s best pubs for a taste of the black stuff.
Local Cuisine in Belfast
Ever eaten a boxty? Or sipped on an Irish coffee after a tasty, traditional meal? Find out where to discover authentic local food and drinks in Belfast.
Whiskey Distilleries and Experiences
With pubs, tours and tastings galore, Belfast is a whiskey-lover’s dream. Discover top whiskey, gin and vodka experiences in Belfast.
Top Places to Discover Saint Patrick
Northern Ireland is Saint Patrick’s heartland and there are many places to learn about our patron saint just a short drive from Belfast, including his first church and burial site. Take an epic journey and discover the man behind the myths.
Culture in Belfast
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day by getting in touch with some Irish culture in Belfast! Experience a ceili dancing lesson or visit an Irish language and arts centre.
Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich
Cultúrlann produces a vibrant arts programme that promotes Irish language and culture and provides a meeting place for visitors and locals alike.
Áras Uí Chonghaile (James Connolly Visitor Centre)
Áras Uí Chonghaile is an award-winning modern, inspirational, visitor centre based in the heart of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter and located only yards from where James Connolly, a man of formidable ideas and remarkable vision, lived on the Falls Road.
The Roddy McCorley Republican Heritage Centre
Discover the story of 200 years of Irish Republicanism told through the prism of a unique collection of locally gathered and curated historical artefacts from The Society of United Irishmen of 1798 through to the present day.
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.
Belfast Nightlife
Belfast Pub Trail Map
Enjoy a great range of Irish beers in Belfast, thanks to Diageo's Pub Trail Map.
Belfast Nightlife
Find Belfast's best bars, pubs and clubs to experience Belfast's Nightlife and have a great night out with all of the craic.
Best Pubs in Belfast
Find the best traditional pubs with warm, lively atmospheres in Belfast complete with snugs, traditional music sessions and the perfect pint of Guinness.
Spring Events in Belfast and Beyond
Get the latest scoop on festivals, tours, concerts and gigs, family events and everything else that’s happening in Belfast this Spring.
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Belfast Children’s Festival Blog - Budget FriendlyBelfast Children’s Festival
Belfast Children’s Festival returns from 6-15 March 2025 full to the brim with exceptional creative experiences for children,…
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Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas & Politics Blog - Budget FriendlyImagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas & Politics
Taking place during 24-30 March with over 130 events, the strictly non-partisan festival offers up an eclectic week…
Book Your Stay
Stay for the night with these fantastic accommodation offers! From luxurious packages to affordable stays in city centre hotels, there’s something to suit every budget.
Plan Your Visit
Getting Here
Northern Ireland has three airports, sea crossings from England and Scotland, and a direct rail link from Dublin.
Car Parking in Belfast
Secure car parking is available across Belfast. See our guide to car parks in the city.
