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Autumn Events
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Kerri ní Dochartaigh & Cal Flyn Belfast International Arts FestivalKerri ní Dochartaigh & Cal Flyn
Sat, 06 Nov 2021, 1:00pmThe interaction between people and nature is the subject of two new books by two highly-praised writers, Kerri…
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Oktoberfest Belfast 2021 Food and DrinkOktoberfest Belfast 2021
30 Sep - 16 Oct 2021Join the celebration of food, beer and music at this year’s Oktoberfest Belfast held in Custom House Square.
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Halloween at the Museum – Scooby Doo! Frankencreepy Children's EventsHalloween at the Museum – Scooby Doo! Frankencreepy
Sat, 30 Oct 2021, 10:30amCelebrate Halloween with Cinemagic at the Ulster Museum and enjoy the classic seasonal movie, Scooby Doo Frankencreepy.
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Natasha Brown & Caleb Azumah Nelson Belfast International Arts FestivalNatasha Brown & Caleb Azumah Nelson
Fri, 22 Oct 2021, 7:00pmNatasha Brown and Caleb Azumah Nelson - two of England’s most celebrated debutants of 2021 discuss their innovative…
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Cinemagic Halloween at the Museum – Room on the Broom Children's EventsCinemagic Halloween at the Museum – Room on the Broom
Sat, 30 Oct 2021, 4:00pmCelebrate Halloween with Cinemagic at the Ulster Museum and enjoy Room on the Broom - Tales at Twilight,…
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Lucy Caldwell & Jan Carson Belfast International Arts FestivalLucy Caldwell & Jan Carson
Sat, 23 Oct 2021, 6:00pmLucy Caldwell and Jan Carson, two of Belfast’s best-loved writers, return to BIAF to discuss the art of…
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Street Statues, Sculptures & Architecture Walking Tour 2021 Belfast International Arts FestivalStreet Statues, Sculptures & Architecture Walking Tour 2021
16 - 26 Oct 2021Belfast has an abundance of art scattered around the city and this tour will help you understand and…
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Trio Cantare Belfast International Arts FestivalTrio Cantare
Sat, 30 Oct 2021, 7:30pmthis piano trio promises an evening of great depth and expression as they explore the beauty and lyricism…
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Laura Jean McKay & Meg Mason Belfast International Arts FestivalLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason
Tue, 12 Oct 2021, 7:00pmLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason - In association with British Council and UK Australia Season of Culture
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A Blanket of Woven Shadows Art and ExhibitionsA Blanket of Woven Shadows
25 Sep - 02 Oct 2021Belfast Exposed presents A Blanket of Woven Shadows - a solo photographic exhibition that showcases new photographic works…
Belfast International Arts Festival 2021
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The Great Irish Songbook Belfast International Arts FestivalThe Great Irish Songbook
Thu, 21 Oct 2021, 6:45pmThe Great Irish Songbook Featuring Dervish. With special guests Eddi Reader, Cara Dillon, Brian Kennedy, Karen Matheson, The…
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Laura Jean McKay & Meg Mason Belfast International Arts FestivalLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason
Tue, 12 Oct 2021, 7:00pmLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason - In association with British Council and UK Australia Season of Culture
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Department Story Belfast International Arts FestivalDepartment Story
20 - 31 Oct 2021Theatre mavericks Big Telly present Department Story - a new production for physical and remote audiences by Jack…
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Walking With Beckett Belfast International Arts FestivalWalking With Beckett
08 Oct - 07 Nov 2021Inspired by Jane Coyle’s play Both Sides, this audio walking tour winds through Belfast’s university quarter, in the…
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Sestina – In Guilty Night Dialogues of a Distracted Mind Belfast International Arts FestivalSestina – In Guilty Night Dialogues of a Distracted Mind
Wed, 27 Oct 2021, 7:30pmSestina is a dynamic young vocal ensemble based in Belfast with a reputation for excellence and innovation in…
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Host – 8 Artists, 2 Cities, 1 Theme Belfast International Arts FestivalHost – 8 Artists, 2 Cities, 1 Theme
15 - 23 Oct 2021Can art provide a conversation about our future as an island nation in a time of uncertain political,…
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Street Statues, Sculptures & Architecture Walking Tour 2021 Belfast International Arts FestivalStreet Statues, Sculptures & Architecture Walking Tour 2021
16 - 26 Oct 2021Belfast has an abundance of art scattered around the city and this tour will help you understand and…
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The Grimm Hotel Belfast International Arts FestivalThe Grimm Hotel
12 - 31 Oct 2021Welcome to the Grimm Hotel - Cahoots NI have a reservation in your name, but be warned, this…
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Another Lover’s Discourse Belfast International Arts FestivalAnother Lover’s Discourse
29 - 30 Oct 2021In this inventive new multimedia performance, from one of Palestine’s most exciting contemporary artists, you are invited to…
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The John Hewitt Society Birthday Reading Belfast International Arts FestivalThe John Hewitt Society Birthday Reading
Thu, 28 Oct 2021, 8:00pmTo mark the birth date of John Hewitt, the celebrated Belfast-born poet, the John Hewitt Society present Siobhán…
Food and Drink Events
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Belfast Christmas Market 2021 Food and DrinkBelfast Christmas Market 2021
20 Nov - 23 Dec 2021Come and visit Belfast's much loved Christmas Market! Whether you go for a bit of shopping, or to…
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Hillsborough Farmers Market Belfast PlusHillsborough Farmers Market
25 Sep - 30 Oct 2021The popular Hillsborough Farmers Market returns for an autumn series of markets in the historic village of Hillsborough,…
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Gin School Food and DrinkGin School
Sat, 02 Oct 2021, 2:00pmBelfast Gin and Spirits School next gin school is on 2nd October 2021. Experience making your own recipe…
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Balmoral Show 2021 2021 HighlightsBalmoral Show 2021
Sat, 25 Sep 2021, 9:30amAs Northern Ireland’s largest agri-food event, the Balmoral Show promises to be four fun-filled days out for all…
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Talk, Walk & Tipple: Punk Rockers Food and DrinkTalk, Walk & Tipple: Punk Rockers
Tue, 28 Sep 2021, 7:00pmThe story of Belfast’s punk rock era. Join professional tour guide and punk rocker, Peter Fox as he…
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Taste Ards and North Down: Autumn Food Celebration 2021 HighlightsTaste Ards and North Down: Autumn Food Celebration
04 Sep - 21 Oct 2021Ards and North Down is gearing up for an autumnal celebration of local food and drink across the…
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Autumn Food Festival Foodie Experiences Taste of Ards and North DownAutumn Food Festival Foodie Experiences
06 - 21 Oct 2021Enjoy unique autumn experiences celebrating seasonal tide and turf produce and showcasing some of Ards & North Down's finest local food and…
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Oktoberfest Belfast 2021 Food and DrinkOktoberfest Belfast 2021
30 Sep - 16 Oct 2021Join the celebration of food, beer and music at this year’s Oktoberfest Belfast held in Custom House Square.
Festivals
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Balmoral Show 2021 2021 HighlightsBalmoral Show 2021
Sat, 25 Sep 2021, 9:30amAs Northern Ireland’s largest agri-food event, the Balmoral Show promises to be four fun-filled days out for all…
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Glen Hansard Belfast International Arts FestivalGlen Hansard
Fri, 22 Oct 2021, 6:45pmIn a welcome return to Belfast and to performing live, Glen Hansard is back for one night in…
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The Bunting Collection: Laoise Kelly & Tiarnán Ó Duinnchinn with Stephen Rea Belfast International Arts FestivalThe Bunting Collection: Laoise Kelly & Tiarnán Ó Duinnchinn with Stephen Rea
Sun, 17 Oct 2021, 10:00amLaoise Kelly & Tiarnán Ó Duinnchinn with Stephen Rea will perform new versions of rarely heard music from…
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Far Caspian Belfast International Arts FestivalFar Caspian
Fri, 22 Oct 2021, 7:00pmFar Caspian is the project of singer, multi-instrumentalist and producer Joel Johnston. A blend of chiming guitars, harmonic…
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Snapped Ankles Belfast International Arts FestivalSnapped Ankles
Sun, 17 Oct 2021, 7:00pmElectronica, post-punk and performance art combined. Snapped Ankles bring Primal motorik rhythms, the rush of white noise and…
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Sestina – In Guilty Night Dialogues of a Distracted Mind Belfast International Arts FestivalSestina – In Guilty Night Dialogues of a Distracted Mind
Wed, 27 Oct 2021, 7:30pmSestina is a dynamic young vocal ensemble based in Belfast with a reputation for excellence and innovation in…
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The Staves Belfast International Arts FestivalThe Staves
Sun, 17 Oct 2021, 7:00pmThe Staves blend the wistful cadences of classic British folk with breezy, Laurel Canyon-era pop. You can see them…
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Trio Cantare Belfast International Arts FestivalTrio Cantare
Sat, 30 Oct 2021, 7:30pmthis piano trio promises an evening of great depth and expression as they explore the beauty and lyricism…
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On Blueberry Hill Belfast International Arts FestivalOn Blueberry Hill
01 - 07 Nov 2021A very special online screening of Sebastian Barry’s latest play, On Blueberry Hill which was critically acclaimed during…
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Department Story Belfast International Arts FestivalDepartment Story
20 - 31 Oct 2021Theatre mavericks Big Telly present Department Story - a new production for physical and remote audiences by Jack…
2021 Highlights
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Belfast Christmas Market 2021 Food and DrinkBelfast Christmas Market 2021
20 Nov - 23 Dec 2021Come and visit Belfast's much loved Christmas Market! Whether you go for a bit of shopping, or to…
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Halloween at Hillsborough Castle: Friday Fright Night 2021 HighlightsHalloween at Hillsborough Castle: Friday Fright Night
Fri, 29 Oct 2021, 5:30pmEnjoy a bone-chilling immersive adventure this Halloween with Friday Fright Night at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
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Taste Ards and North Down: Autumn Food Celebration 2021 HighlightsTaste Ards and North Down: Autumn Food Celebration
04 Sep - 21 Oct 2021Ards and North Down is gearing up for an autumnal celebration of local food and drink across the…
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Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon SportDeep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon
Sun, 03 Oct 2021, 9:00amBelfast City Marathon moves into its 39th year in 2021 with its continued support from title sponsor Deep…
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Glen Hansard Belfast International Arts FestivalGlen Hansard
Fri, 22 Oct 2021, 6:45pmIn a welcome return to Belfast and to performing live, Glen Hansard is back for one night in…
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Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens 2021 HighlightsChristmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Fri, 03 Dec 2021, 4:30pmA brand-new after-dark illuminated trail comes to Hillsborough Castle and Gardens this December.
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Belfast International Arts Festival 2021 FestivalsBelfast International Arts Festival 2021
06 Oct - 07 Nov 2021Belfast International Arts Festival returns for our 59th edition from 6 October to 7 November with an extensive…
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You Win Again – Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees Music and ConcertsYou Win Again – Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees
Sat, 06 Nov 2021, 7:30pmDirect from London's West End, You Win Again – Celebrating The Music of The Bee Gees comes to…
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Cinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People 2021 HighlightsCinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People
01 - 31 Oct 2021Cinemagic's Festival is back with an exciting events programme for 4-25 year olds, showcasing the best of world…
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A Christmas Carol: The Musical TheatreA Christmas Carol: The Musical
16 - 20 Nov 2021Belfast Operatic Company revive their sell-out production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ for one week only.
Virtual Events
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Telling the Story of the Troubles Lecture And TalksTelling the Story of the Troubles
Mon, 29 Nov 2021, 7:00pmTelling the Story of the Troubles: Prison Handicrafts and Heritage Construction with Dr. Erin Hinson
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The Spirit, The Psyche, The Body Belfast International Arts FestivalThe Spirit, The Psyche, The Body
Wed, 03 Nov 2021, 7:00pmThe second of two major events of new and innovative commissions of poets of the North of Ireland,…
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Dominique Barbéris & Gaëlle Josse Belfast International Arts FestivalDominique Barbéris & Gaëlle Josse
Sat, 23 Oct 2021, 4:00pmBIAF showcase Dominique Barbéris and Gaëlle Josse - two established names in France who are publishing in English…
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Laura Jean McKay & Meg Mason Belfast International Arts FestivalLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason
Tue, 12 Oct 2021, 7:00pmLaura Jean McKay & Meg Mason - In association with British Council and UK Australia Season of Culture
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The Short Story as Witness Learning ExperiencesThe Short Story as Witness
Mon, 13 Dec 2021, 7:00pmAngela Graham considers the potential of the short story as witness statement. How does it drive towards implication,…
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Distortion TheatreDistortion
30 Sep - 24 Oct 2021Watch Distortion online - a fictional take on PR spin, sexuality, and the personalities jockeying for position in…
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Luke Cassidy: In Conversation With Jan Carson Lecture And TalksLuke Cassidy: In Conversation With Jan Carson
Wed, 29 Sep 2021, 8:00pmLuke Cassidy will be sharing with Jan Carson about his highly anticipated debut novel Iron Annie as well…
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Hunter Filmed Belfast International Arts FestivalHunter Filmed
09 - 10 Oct 2021Hunter Filmed is a recycling of Oona Doherty’s previous works: Hope Hunt & the Ascension into Lazarus and…
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On Blueberry Hill Belfast International Arts FestivalOn Blueberry Hill
01 - 07 Nov 2021A very special online screening of Sebastian Barry’s latest play, On Blueberry Hill which was critically acclaimed during…
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A City Imagined: Belfast Soulscapes With Gerald Dawe Lecture And TalksA City Imagined: Belfast Soulscapes With Gerald Dawe
Mon, 22 Nov 2021, 7:00pmWritten in his highly regarded wry and lyrical style, Gerald Dawe’s memoir sketches the outlines of his life.
