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  1. Belfast

    Address

    Botanic Gardens, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 1LP

    Telephone

    028 9023 1381

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Experience the wonder of Belfast's diversity with a spectacular 9 day programme of world music, dance, food and art across the city.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025to24 Aug 2025
  2. Belfast

    Address

    2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3WH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9033 4455

    Type

    Type:

    Event Venue

    Belfast Waterfront is an award-winning, purpose-built conference, arts and entertainment centre offering a variety of facilities. The venue offers a varied events programme, ranging from classical music, opera and ballet to comedy and rock music.

  3. Belfast International Tattoo
    Belfast International Tattoo - Pride of Ballinran
    Belfast International Tattoo
    Belfast International Tattoo
    Belfast International Tattoo
    Belfast International Tattoo - Pride of Ballinran
    Belfast International Tattoo
    Belfast International Tattoo

    Belfast

    Address

    SSE Arena, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9QQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7368 115 021

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Join us at the SSE Arena, Belfast, for a spectacular showcase of music, precision, and tradition as we bring together world-class performers from across the globe. The Belfast International Tattoo 2025 promises an unforgettable celebration of…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2025to6 Sept 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Belfast

    Address

    Various locations across Belfast, Belfast, County Antrim, BT15 1ED

    Telephone

    028 9031 4981

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Belfast TradFest, the pinnacle of world-class traditional music concerts, fiery pub sessions and Ireland's fastest growing summer school of traditional music, is set to celebrate its 7th edition this 27 July - 3 August across Belfast UNESCO City of…

    Dates

    From:
    27 July 2025to3 Aug 2025
  5. Belfast

    Address

    East Belfast, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 1HE

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    EastSide Arts Festival, 24 July – 2 August 2025, returns with a spectacular and exhilarating celebration of the arts this summer. Over 11 days, festival-goers will have the opportunity to enjoy unique events that showcase east Belfast’s vibrant…

    Dates

    From:
    24 July 2025to2 Aug 2025
  6. Belfast

    Address

    141-143 Falls Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT12 6AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9560 9984

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Féile an Phobail is Ireland’s Biggest Community Arts Festival. Féile provides a programme of arts, cultural and community-based activities throughout the year, with its flagship festival, the August Féile being the highlight of Ireland’s festival…

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025to10 Aug 2025
  7. Seaside Revival, August
    Live music
    Stage set
    La Soiree En Blanc
    Crowds at Music in the Park, Sundays in July and August
    A band plays to the crowds at Music in the Park, Sundays in July and August
    Seaside Revival, August
    Live music
    Stage set
    La Soiree En Blanc
    Crowds at Music in the Park, Sundays in July and August
    A band plays to the crowds at Music in the Park, Sundays in July and August

    Bangor

    Address

    Bangor Castle Walled Garden, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4NB

    Telephone

    +44 028 9148 2053

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Open House Festival Bangor includes a programme of free and ticketed events during July and August. There'll be ticketed music, comedy, and film events at Bangor Castle Walled Garden and The Court House.

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
  8. group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    groups of people sitting on picnic benches enjoying drinks outside
    group outside the bar enjoying drinks
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    groups of people sitting on picnic benches enjoying drinks outside
    group outside the bar enjoying drinks
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.

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    Belfast

    Address

    30-32 Bank Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 90246058

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    In the heart of Belfast's city centre, this pub has maintained the friendly atmosphere of over 250 years ago. With a long tradition of quality beer and fine food, Kelly's Cellars offers all customers a chance to enjoy the perfect pint of Guinness.

  9. Belfast

    Address

    51 Donegall Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2FH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9023 3768

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Located in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, The John Hewitt first opened its doors in December 1999. The bar is unique in its ownership as it is owned by The Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre.

  10. Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit
    Our resident drag artist Onya Becks in a Marie Antoinette themed outfit

    Belfast

    Address

    38-42 Upper Arthur Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 4GH

    Telephone

    02890249009

    Type

    Type:

    Night Life

    Step into the lavish embrace of Cabaret Supper Club, where every guest is a star amid the glitz reminiscent of 1920s Hollywood. Immerse yourself in an environment brimming with live melodies, tantalising burlesque, captivating drag performances,…

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  11. Belfast

    Address

    17 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT2 8HD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 7007

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Established as one of the most famous venues for live music in the country, The Limelight Complex has recently enjoyed a multi-million pound refurbishment. The venue, now encompasses The Limelight & Limelight 2 venues, as well as Katy's Bar.

  12. The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar
    The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9042 2588

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Maypole Bar builds on its roots and keeps a tradition perfectly pairing alongside the rustic, classy and traditional interior. The Maypole Bar is a feel-good bar and you know fine rightly upon entrance you will be given a big greeting and made…

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    Belfast

    Address

    The Pavilion Bar, 296 Ormeau Road, Belfast, County Down, BT7 2GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9028 3283

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Established in 1899, The Pavilion or "The Big House" draws its clientele from all over the city and beyond, and is a must for all who wish to experience a traditional Belfast pub with three floors, three bars, in one Big House with five-star food.

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    Belfast

    Address

    34 Hill Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2LB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9023 7807

    Type

    Type:

    Restaurant

    The Dark Horse is a European style coffee house nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area of the Cathedral Quarter.
    Available for private hire Thursday - Saturday.

  15. Exterior of bar restaurant

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Comber

    Address

    1-3 The Square, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DX

    Telephone

    028 91313969

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    For over 35 years McBride’s have been providing quality traditional meals using fresh produce sourced from local suppliers, especially shellfish and seafood from Portavogie.

  16. Sundays on the Maritime Mile
    SoundYard
    Sundays on the Maritime Mile
    SoundYard

    Belfast

    Address

    Maritime Mile, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9DT

    Telephone

    02890730490

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    This summer, Belfast’s Waterfront comes to life every Sunday from June to August with free pop-up music and animation for all ages. Enjoy toe-tapping traditional music, jazz and DJ sessions, pop-up science demonstrations, mini-golf and more.

    Dates

    From:
    15 June 2025to31 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Belfast

    Address

    3 Hill Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2LA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9024 3712

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, dating back to 1780, the building was used as a bonded spirit warehouse from 1921. It was then known as ‘STACK N’ – a reference to its position on the north side of Waring Street.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Dogs Accepted Inside
  18. Belfast

    Address

    16 Skipper Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2DZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9023 4888

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Cloth Ear is The Merchant Hotel's comfortable public bar. The warm and welcoming interior provides the ideal environment to relax and enjoy yourself in style. Combining both modern and traditional design features with a healthy dose of eccentric!

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    Belfast

    Address

    16-20 Fountain Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 4769

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    With a wealth of history as a tavern for the city, call in for good food, great drinks, local music, live sport

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Dogs Accepted Inside
  20. exterior view of the Crown Liquor saloon
    image of the bar
    group of 3 people inside at the bar.
    a couple enjoying drinks inside the bar.
    exterior view of the Crown Liquor saloon
    image of the bar
    group of 3 people inside at the bar.
    a couple enjoying drinks inside the bar.

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    Belfast

    Address

    46 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Co Antrim, BT2 7BA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9024 3187

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    You will find The Crown Liquor Saloon in Belfast within a short stroll of Europa Hotel, Grosvenor Road and Glengall Street - however, you won't find another like it.

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