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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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’ 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 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
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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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 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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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
Fairport Convention have been captivating audiences for over half a century, and 2026 marks an incredible 59 years since they first helped shape the sound of British folk-rock. Through countless changes and musical chapters, one thing has remained constant — Fairport’s enduring passion for live performance. Sat 18th April 2026The Guildhall DerryDoors 6.30pm / Show
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‘Bold Girls’ Returns to Belfast in Powerful Revival of Rona Munro’s Acclaimed Play Centre Stage presents Bold Girls, a searing, darkly funny portrait of women’s lives during the Troubles, returning to the Belfast stage for the first time in 36 years. Written by Rona Munro, this landmark revival runs from 9 – 13 June at
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