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Get the latest scoop on concerts and gigs, festivals, family events and everything else that’s happening in Belfast. Browse our events guide to discover what's on today, what's on this weekend, and more things to do this month.
2018 Highlights
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MAC 26 Jan-22 AprGilbert and George: Scapegoating Pictures for Belfast
The first significant presentation of work by Gilbert and George in Ireland since 1999.
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Belfast City Hall Mon, 07 MayDeep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon 2018
As the largest sporting participatory event in Northern Ireland, Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon attracts entrants from all over the gl...
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Various locations 03-13 MayCathedral Quarter Arts Festival 2018
One of the most dynamic arts festivals on the island returns for its 19th year in Belfast's famous Cathedral Quarter.
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Titanic Slipways 25-26 MayBBC Music: The Biggest Weekend
BBC Music and BBC Radio 6 Music join forces to bring two days of spectacular performances to the Titanic Slipways.
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19-20 May
Belfast Titanic Maritime Festival
Belfast Titanic Maritime Festival returns with a bumper-packed weekend full of maritime-themed family fun, food and frolics.
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Belfast Film Festival 12-21 AprBelfast Film Festival 2018
Belfast Film Festival launches its 18th annual festival of premieres, unique events and the best in world cinema.
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Sat, 16 Jun
UK Pipe Band Championships 2018
The magnificent sound of pipes and drums makes its way to Stormont Estate as Belfast hosts the UK Pipe Band Championships.
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Sun, 23 Sep
Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon 2018
The sixth annual Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 23 September 2018.
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06-16 Jun
Belfast Book Festival 2018
The Belfast Book Festival is Northern Ireland's leading literary festival, featuring a unique, diverse and highly creative programme.
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24-28 May
Belfast Spring Continental Market
The Spring Continental Market returns to Belfast City Hall Gardens 24-28 May, with a delicious mix of gourmet treats from across the globe.
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Sat, 28 Apr
Lord Mayor's Day 2018
Join Belfast’s Lord Mayor Nuala McAllister as she hosts a free family fun day to celebrate both her year in office and our amazing city.
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21-22 Apr
Spring Fair and Flower Show
Come along to the popular Spring Fair at Malone House this April to experience the wonderful flower filled grounds of Barnett Demesne.
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Various locations 27 Jul-05 AugBelfast Pride Festival 2018
Belfast Pride Festival is one of the biggest festivals in Belfast and runs over 100 events across 10 days in a celebration of the LGBTQA+ co...
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Ulster Museum 22 Jul-26 AugGame of Thrones Tapestry
Ulster Museum is home to a stunning tapestry depicting key scenes from every episode of hit TV show Game of Thrones.
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Various locations Thu, 12 JulOrangefest - Twelfth of July Celebrations
Join thousands of people as they celebrate The Twelfth, the biggest annual festival in Northern Ireland.
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15-30 Jun
Belsonic 2018
Belsonic returns to the idyllic setting of Ormeau Park, as it brings a host of international headline acts to the heart of Belfast.
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07-30 Jun
Belfast Photo Festival Compact
2018 Belfast Photo Festival Compact is Northern Ireland's premier visual arts festival.
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SSE Arena, Belfast 07-08 SepThe 2018 Belfast Tattoo
The Belfast Tattoo features an international line-up of over 600 performers building up to the Grand Finale of the Massed Pipe And Drums.
On Your Marks!
The most challenging way to tour Belfast - take part in the Belfast City Marathon!
Comedy Highlights
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Belfast Waterfront 17-18 OctSarah Millican: Control Enthusiast
Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she's a control enthusiast.
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Ulster Hall Sat, 21 AprMilton Jones
Master of one-liners Milton Jones brings a brand new tour to Belfast in April 2018.
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Tue, 08 May
Rob Newman's Total Eclipse of Descartes
In a world gone crazy, can philosophy help? This sparklingly brilliant new show tries to give you the answer.
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Sat, 30 Jun
Paul Smith - Hiya Mate
Following the amazing success of 2017, Paul Smith brings his 2018 special to Belfast's Waterfont Hall.
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Belfast Waterfront 19-20 OctJimeoin: Ridiculous - Cool FM Comedy Club
Notorious for being ‘Ridiculous,’ Jimeoin is internationally acclaimed as one of live comedy's masters.
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Sat, 04 Aug
Bianca Del Rio
Fan favourite RuPaul's Drag Race alumni and international hateful clown in a gown, Bianca Del Rio, returns to the UK.
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SSE Arena, Belfast 09-10 NovKevin Bridges: Brand New
Scotland's biggest comedy export, Kevin Bridges, is back next year with his hotly anticipated live stand-up tour: Brand New.
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Belfast Waterfront Sat, 26 MayRussell Brand: RE:BIRTH
Following a series of sold-out preview shows in 2016, Russell Brand brings a brand new UK and Ireland stand-up tour.
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Ulster Hall 23-24 NovShane Todd: Hero
Being named after an iconic Wild West film hero is a lot for anyone to live up to. Is Shane Todd a hero? Maybe. But also maybe not.
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Accidental Theatre 11 Mar-29 AprSunday Night Improv
Every Sunday evening at Accidental Theatre, comedic improvisers put together scenes, songs, and stories from audience suggestions.
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Fri, 28 Sep
Rob Brydon - I Am Standing Up
Enjoy an evening of laughter as Rob Brydon brings his brand new standup show to the Waterfront.
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Fri, 11 May
Ayesha Hazarika - State of the Nation
Join Ayesha Hazarika for a night of laughter as part of Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival 2018.
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Sun, 07 Oct
Hal Cruttenden - Chubster
Enjoy an evening of laughter from hilarious standup comedian Hal Cruttenden at Belfast Waterfront.
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Ulster Hall Mon, 24 SepThe Trailer Park Boys
Enjoy an evening of riotous laughter with Canada's most beloved miscreants from a small town in Nova Scotia.
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Sun, 07 Oct
Jason Byrne
The 'Outright King of Live Comedy' Jason Byrne is on the road again for more comedy chaos.
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Thu, 27 Sep
Dylan Moran - Dr Cosmos
BAFTA and Perrier award-winning comedian Dylan Moran brings his new show to the Waterfront.
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Sat, 18 Aug
The League Of Gentlemen Live Again!
The League of Gentlemen return to Belfast on their first UK tour in over 12 years with a brand new live show.
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Belfast Waterfront 22-24 SepJason Manford - Muddle Class
Jason Manford is delighted to announce his 'Muddle Class' Irish tour as he brings his infectious wit, charm and humour across the country.
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Fri, 20 Apr
No Blacks, No Irish, No Dogs
Belfast's top three underground comedians are ready to get silly, personal and most importantly funny for one night only.
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Fri, 28 Sep
Ross Noble: El Hablador
Who is El Hablador? It's well-known comedian Ross Noble, who has a new show.
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Fri, 27 Apr
Comedy Club at The Errigle
Come and see top comedians as Belfast's top monthly comedy night returns upstairs at the Errigle Inn.
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Fri, 21 Sep
Dara O'Briain: Voice of Reason
Catch one of the most charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny live performers working today in his brand new show for 201...
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Tue, 06 Nov
Dane Baptiste
Fresh from hosting Live at the Apollo and a sell out run at Edinburgh Fringe, Dane Baptiste brings his third smash hit show on tour.
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Sat, 02 Jun
Michael McIntyre
Britain's biggest comedian Michael McIntyre is going global with his Big World Tour.
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Wed, 09 May
Bridget Christie - What Now?
Join Bridget Christie on her brand new tour for a hilarious night of hope and despair.
Children's Events
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Sat, 28 Apr
Lord Mayor's Day 2018
Join Belfast’s Lord Mayor Nuala McAllister as she hosts a free family fun day to celebrate both her year in office and our amazing city.
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Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre 07 Mar-05 DecLittle Ducklings Day
Enjoy a session of crafts, play and songs in the soft play area at Castle Espie as they dedicate a special morning to mums, dads and tots.
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21-22 Apr
Spring Fair and Flower Show
Come along to the popular Spring Fair at Malone House this April to experience the wonderful flower filled grounds of Barnett Demesne.
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MAC 28-29 AprBubble Show with Mini Milkshake
Every child goes inside a bubble, as Dr Bubble and Milkshake present a new bubble story about sharing.
