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Star-Studded Concert Programme Announced for Belfast’s Fleadh Cheoil Week 2026

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Star-Studded Concert Programme Announced for Belfast’s Fleadh Cheoil Week Altan, Frankie Gavin & De Dannan, Kíla, Stockton’s Wing and Aoife Scott among artists set to perform Belfast is preparing for one of its biggest ever celebrations of Irish music this August, with an outstanding programme of live concerts announced to coincide with Fleadh Cheoil na […]

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NORTHERN IRELAND OPERA – FIRST CAST AND CREATIVES – 2026

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Northern Ireland Opera today unveils the first cast and creative team for the company’s performance of Georges Bizet’s Carmen. Directed by Artistic Director Cameron Menzies, this grand-scale production marks the national company’s first-time staging of Bizet’s definitive work at Belfast’s Grand Opera House in September. This visceral story of passion and defiance is viewed through

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A Vibrant Weekend of Eats & Beats Set to Return to Newcastle 5 & 6 Sept

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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the return of the popular Eats & Beats Festival to Newcastle on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Mourne Mountains in Donard Park, the much-loved two-day festival will once again bring together the very best in live music,

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Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter Welcomes New Sunday Market at Writers’ Square

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A new Sunday market celebrating local creativity, independent makers and artisan food is set to launch this summer in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter organised by Cathedral Quarter BID. From Sunday 7th June, the Cathedral Quarter Sunday Market at Writers’ Square will bring together local artists, crafters, designers, food producers and creatives for a

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AUTISM, ART AND THE LOVE STORY BEHIND ‘BEST OF BELFAST’

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AUTISM, ART AND THE LOVE STORY BEHIND ‘BEST OF BELFAST’ Belfast artist Keith Drury unveiled new work at Belfast International Airport Belfast artist Keith Drury, known for his richly detailed 3D cityscapes, has created a major new artwork for Belfast International Airport – but behind the commission is a deeply personal story about creativity, late-life

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Belfast Spirit: Belfast Whiskey Week Returns Bigger, Bolder and Better with 3 Mini Festivals within the Festival

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Belfast is preparing to once again become the centre of the whiskey world as Belfast Whiskey Week returns for its eighth and most ambitious year yet – transforming the city into a nine-day celebration of whiskey, food, cocktails and culture. Running from Friday 24 July to Saturday 1 August 2026, the festival has evolved from

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AVA Belfast – 29 & 30 May 2026 – Amazing

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AVA Belfast – We had the opportunity to chat with Ciaran Bittles from AVA, who filled us in about next weekends festival. AVA is an Audio Visual Arts Festival that celebrates, amplifies and develops electronic music, visual art and immersive technology. Named ‘one of the world’s most exciting electronic festivals’ by Mixmag in 2022, AVA

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New “BE YOU” leaflet from Bright Umbrella – 2026

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Bright Umbrella launches new “Be You” leaflet celebrating its popular theatre, confidence and wellbeing project Bright Umbrella Theatre Company has launched a new leaflet promoting its welcoming theatre-based volunteer programme for adults who want to build confidence, make new friendships, improve wellbeing and become part of a creative community. Funded by The National Lottery Community

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Beanotown lands at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for time-twisting summer trail

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Beanotown lands at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for time-twisting summer trail 27 June – 31 August 2026 Encounter a medley of mayhem this summer as the crew from Beanotown stumble into Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on a ‘blam-azing’ adventure. From 27 June – 31 August, Historic Royal Palaces invites Beano fans of all ages on

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An Exciting New Partnership as NI Opera and Diva Opera Transform Carlisle Memorial Church into the world of La Bohème

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NI Opera today announces an ambitious new collaboration with Diva Opera to present Puccini’s La Bohème at Belfast’s iconic Carlisle Memorial Church on 16 May 2026 at 7pm. Giacomo Puccini’s most famous opera, La Bohème, tells the poignant story of four struggling young artists living in Paris in the late 1880s. Rodolfo, a poet, falls deeply

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