35 upcoming events in Belfast · page 1 of 2
October 2026
Conlan Sports & Hammer Boxing, Ulster Hall
A professional boxing night at the Ulster Hall promoted by Conlan Sports and Hammer, in the atmospheric Victorian venue that has long hosted big fights in Belfast.
BetVictor Northern Ireland Open
Top professional snooker players compete in the Northern Ireland Open ranking tournament at Waterfront Hall, Belfast.
BetVictor Northern Ireland Open (Snooker)
Professional ranking snooker tournament held at Waterfront Hall, Belfast.
Ed O'Brien: An Evening With... Blue Morpho, Ulster Hall
Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien takes his solo project to the Ulster Hall for an evening of music and conversation, one for fans of alternative rock.
Fin Taylor: Preemptive Comeback, Ulster Hall
Stand-up comedian Fin Taylor brings his touring show to the Ulster Hall, a sharp-tongued night of comedy in central Belfast.
Feile Haunted House
Falls Park Bowling Pavilion hosts Feile an Phobail's largest Halloween Haunted House experience with over 20 performers.
Katherine Jenkins: 25 Year Anniversary Tour
Concert celebrating 25 years of Katherine Jenkins' career at Waterfront Hall.
Belfast Film Festival
Annual film festival bringing cinema screenings and special events to venues across Belfast.
Feile Halloween Parade and Fireworks
West Belfast's Falls Park hosts Feile an Phobail's annual Halloween parade and fireworks finale, drawing over 10,000 spectators.
W5 Late - Halloween
Adults-only Halloween evening at W5 science centre with spooky science and themed drinks.
November 2026
Belfast Cocktail Week Winter Edition
Bars and venues across Belfast city centre host the winter edition of Belfast Cocktail Week with special menus and tastings.
Ulster Orchestra at Waterfront Hall
Live orchestral concert performed by the Ulster Orchestra.
Belfast Christmas Market
Over 100 continental wooden chalets, a food village and a helter-skelter fill the grounds of Belfast City Hall for the annual Christmas market.
Belfast Christmas Market 2026
Over 100 chalets fill the grounds of Belfast City Hall with international food, artisan crafts, and festive gifts, making it one of the UK's most popular Christmas markets.
Belfast Continental Christmas Market
Annual Christmas market at Belfast City Hall grounds with 100+ international stalls.
The Rugby Pod Live
Live recording of the rugby podcast show at Waterfront Hall.
Sleeping Beauty family pantomime, Waterfront Studio
A modern, music-filled retelling of the classic fairytale at the Waterfront Studio, with comedy and audience participation. A cosy alternative to the big-theatre panto, with relaxed and sensory-friendly performances.
Simon Brodkin: Unleashed
Stand-up comedy show by Simon Brodkin at Waterfront Hall.
The Little Mermaid pantomime, Grand Opera House
Northern Ireland's biggest panto returns to the Grand Opera House with a new Little Mermaid, featuring May McFettridge in her 36th season. Family-friendly festive fun, recommended for ages 3 and over.
December 2026
Belfast City Hall New Year's Eve Fireworks
Crowds gather at Donegall Square to watch the annual midnight fireworks display lighting up Belfast City Hall.
January 2027
Stephen Lynch, Ulster Hall
The American comedian and musician known for his irreverent comic songs plays the Ulster Hall in the first week of the new year.
Jarlath Regan, Waterfront Hall
Irish stand-up and podcaster Jarlath Regan performs a live comedy show at the Waterfront Hall on the Lagan riverside.
First Aid Kit, Waterfront Hall
Swedish folk-pop sisters First Aid Kit play Belfast's Waterfront Hall, known for close harmonies and sweeping, country-tinged songs.
Two Door Cinema Club, The O2 Belfast
Northern Irish indie favourites Two Door Cinema Club play a hometown gig at The O2 in Belfast's Titanic Quarter.