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2018 Highlights

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Grand Opera House Family Festival

03-05 Jul

Join the Grand Opera House for a three day programme of unmissable events to excite all ages.

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Belfast Pride Festival 2018

27 Jul-05 Aug

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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Rose Week 2018

16-22 Jul

Rose Week is a celebration of the international Rose Garden at Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park, with hundreds of thousands of magnificent blo...

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Belsonic 2018

15-30 Jun

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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Autumn Fair 2018

15-16 Sep

Enjoy a weekend of food, flowers and free family fun as the annual Autumn Fair returns to Belfast's stunning Botanic Gardens.

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Ulster Museum

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Game of Thrones Tapestry

22 Jul-26 Aug

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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Belfast Halloween Monster Mash and Fireworks Display

Wed, 31 Oct

Belfast Halloween Monster Mash and Fireworks Display

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European Heritage Open Days 2018

08-09 Sep

During the second weekend in September, many historic properties open their doors to the public.

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CHSq 2018

10-26 Aug

CHSq returns to the historic surroundings of Belfast's iconic Custom House, bringing a series of headline shows by international musical art...

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Orangefest - Twelfth of July Celebrations

Thu, 12 Jul

Join thousands of people as they celebrate The Twelfth, the biggest annual festival in Northern Ireland.

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Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon 2018

Sun, 23 Sep

The sixth annual Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 23 September 2018.

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Belfast Photo Festival Compact

07-30 Jun

The 2018 Belfast Photo Festival Compact is Northern Ireland's premier visual arts festival.

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Belfast Waterfront

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Sarah Millican: Control Enthusiast

17-18 Oct

Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she's a control enthusiast.

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Dara O'Briain: Voice of Reason

21-22 Sep

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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Ulster Hall

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Paul Merton's Impro Chums

Fri, 12 Apr

Paul Merton and friends are back on the road to bring evenings of mind-blowing improvisation to their favourite parts of the UK.

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Craig Hill and Micky Bartlett

Sat, 02 Feb

Don't miss Cool FM Comedy Club's double headline special featuring comedians Craig Hill and Micky Bartlett.

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Dane Baptiste

Tue, 06 Nov

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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Belfast Waterfront

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Jimeoin: Ridiculous - Cool FM Comedy Club

19-20 Oct

Notorious for being ‘Ridiculous,’ Jimeoin is internationally acclaimed as one of live comedy's masters.

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Daniel Sloss: X

Wed, 07 Nov

Don’t miss this stunning new show from Scotland's internationally acclaimed and award-winning comedy star Daniel Sloss.

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Crescent Arts Centre

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The Blindboy Podcast Tour

Sat, 06 Oct

Join the Rubberbandit's Blindboy Boatclub as he brings The Blindboy Podcast to the stage live at the Ulster Hall.

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Adam Rowe: Undeniable

Thu, 22 Nov

Join comedian Adam Rowe at Belfast Waterfront as he asks: what does it take to become undeniably good at what you do?

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Rob Brydon - I Am Standing Up

Fri, 28 Sep

Enjoy an evening of laughter as Rob Brydon brings his brand new standup show to the Waterfront.

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Comedy Club at The Errigle

Fri, 29 Jun

Join Neil Dickson at The Errigle Inn's monthly comedy night as he MCs Shane Todd and Dave Elliot, two of Belfast's top comedians.

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Ulster Hall

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Roy Chubby Brown

Fri, 29 Jun

Roar with laughter as Roy Chubby Brown brings you a hysterical standup show at the Ulster Hall.

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Ross Noble: El Hablador

Fri, 28 Sep

Who is El Hablador? It's well-known comedian Ross Noble, who has a new show.

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Jake O'Kane: Féile Comedy Night

Sat, 04 Aug

After five years of completely sold-out shows across the north, Jake O'Kane revisits his very best material.

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Belfast Girls Live On Stage

09-20 Oct

Belfast Girls, the online sensation, is coming live to the Belfast Waterfront stage for the first time ever.

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Ulster Hall

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Stewart Francis: Into the Punset

Thu, 16 May

Comedian Stewart Francis, star of The Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Crackerjack, embarks on a brand-new show for his last tour ever.

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Comedy Night with Tim McGarry and Friends

Thu, 27 Sep

Join Tim McGarry, Colin Murphy, Wendy Wason and mentalist David Meade for an unforgettable night of laughter and mind reading.

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Improv Comedy Festival

01-05 Aug

Belfast Improv Theatre and Accidental are proud to host Belfast's first Improv Comedy Festival.

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SSE Arena, Belfast

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Kevin Bridges: Brand New

09-10 Nov

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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Ulster Hall

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The Trailer Park Boys

Mon, 24 Sep

Enjoy an evening of riotous laughter with Canada's most beloved miscreants from a small town in Nova Scotia.

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Belfast Waterfront

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Jason Manford - Muddle Class

22-24 Sep

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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Dylan Moran - Dr Cosmos

Thu, 27 Sep

BAFTA and Perrier award-winning comedian Dylan Moran brings his new show to the Waterfront.

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Breastfeeding Al Fresco

Sat, 07 Jul

Join comedian Diane O'Connor for a fun and informative standup comedy show inspired by breastfeeding, motherhood and related adventures.

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Bianca Del Rio

Sat, 04 Aug

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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Hal Cruttenden - Chubster

Sun, 07 Oct

Enjoy an evening of laughter from hilarious standup comedian Hal Cruttenden at Belfast Waterfront.

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Dinosaur Encounter at W5

06 Jun-31 Aug

This summer, let W5 take you on a journey back in time to the lost world of the dinosaurs.

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Party in the Park

Sat, 11 Aug

Bring the whole family and enjoy the party of all parties to round off the family and children's events of Féile 30.

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Christmas Wonderland at The Jungle

01-23 Dec

The Jungle’s Christmas Wonderland is the perfect festive family day out and offers something for all ages.

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Exploris Aquarium

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Summer Bank Holiday at Exploris Aquarium

Mon, 27 Aug

As summer comes to an end, come and spend a day in Exploris Aquarium with their beautiful small clawed otters, fin-tastic fish and friendly...

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SSE Arena, Belfast

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Peter Pan - The Arena Adventure

15-16 Dec

This Christmas sees JM Barrie's magical story of Peter Pan brought to life in gigantic proportions, starring Martin Kemp and Milton Jones.

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Hallowee'uns

29 Oct-03 Nov

The Jungle invites you and all of your little monsters to experience a Halloween extravaganza, filled with wicked, weird and wonderful activ...

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Jungle NI

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Jungle NI Family Fun Days

11 Mar-02 Sep

The Jungle NI's family fun days offer a colourful carnival of exciting activities, arty happenings and tasty treats for an unforgettable adv...

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Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre

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Little Ducklings Day

07 Mar-05 Dec

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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Santa at Sea Cruise

24 Nov-16 Dec

Give the kids a day they'll remember with a Christmas adventure on Stena Line's Superfast where they can meet Santa at sea.

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Exploris Aquarium

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Shark Awareness Day at Exploris Aquarium

Sat, 14 Jul

Swim down to Exploris and develop your knowledge of the amazing animals which are sharks.

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Wild Air Run

Sat, 28 Jul

Wild Air Run is a dynamic fun run featuring 10 giant inflatable obstacles on a 5km course, including Europe's biggest inflatable slide.

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Awful Auntie

15-18 Aug

David Walliams' popular book 'Awful Auntie' comes to life on the stage at the Grand Opera House.

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Learning SPACE

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Farmyard Sensory Storytelling

05 May-30 Jun

Join Learning SPACE for a great sensory children's workshop where you can experience storytelling in a new form.

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July Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages

01 Jul

Join Cockle Row Cottages in the picturesque surroundings of Groomsport Harbour as they host free family fun every weekend throughout July.

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Teddy Bears Picnic

Sun, 05 Aug

Bring your little ones along with their favourite bear and enjoy an afternoon outdoors at the annual Féile Teddy Bears Picnic.

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Milkshake! Live - The Magic Story Book

Wed, 08 Aug

Join Milkshake! Live, The Magic Story Book, for a magical journey of songs, fairytales and your favourite Milkshake! characters live on stag...

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Learning SPACE

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Boogaloo Babies

01 May-28 Aug

Join Learning SPACE every Tuesday for their popular sensory workshop for babies.

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Learning SPACE

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Farmyard Animal Treasure Hunt and Crafts

30 Apr-30 Jun

Join Learning SPACE instore for a fun farmyard animal hunt, as well as fun arts and crafts in the sensory den.

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Public Forest School

03 Jun-02 Sep

The Jungle's Forest School is a unique natural classroom experience for children aged 3-14 years, set in the great outdoors.

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NI Opera presents: Imagine!

Sat, 30 Jun

Bring the kids along and let your imagination roam free with Northern Ireland Opera's 'Imagine!'

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Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre

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Dusty's Wildlife Rangers

Sun, 01 Jul

Take your chance to become a Wildlife Ranger at Castle Espie, with lots of exciting challenges from bug-hunting to bird-feeding.

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June Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages

02 Jun

Join Cockle Row Cottages in the picturesque surroundings of Groomsport Harbour as they host free family fun every weekend throughout June.

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Grand Opera House Family Festival

03-05 Jul

Join the Grand Opera House for a three day programme of unmissable events to excite all ages.

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Bangor Castle

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Kids Nature Trail

Wed, 15 Aug

Join a fascinating interactive nature trail led by Patrick Cregg from the Woodland Trust and bird expert Dot Blakely.

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Fairy Tales

Thu, 28 Jun

Enjoy an interactive performance celebrating traditional fairy tales for all the family.

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