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Music Events

The home of Ash, Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, Bicep and, of course, Van Morrison, Northern Ireland is renowned the world over for its music and song. 
In the late 1970s, it introduced the world to Teenage Kicks. In more recent years, Northern Ireland has become a place where music fans and festival goers can enjoy a wealth of talent and mix of musical cultures and there is something for every music taste. Not quite a gig guide, more the highlights from a music scene that gets better, and bigger, with every passing year. 

Belfast Mela (Sat 22 - Sun 30 Aug)

The Belfast Mela returns to celebrate cultural diversity across the city. The festival opens with a free carnival parade from Writers Square to City Hall, features a large-scale outdoor aerial performance at Titanic Slipways, and finishes with Mela Day at Botanic Gardens. Visitors can enjoy live global music and dance across five stages, sample food from international stalls, and take part in workshops, family activities, and wellbeing sessions.

Summerfest 26 (Sun 30 Aug)

Summerfest '26 is coming to Enniskillen, bringing a full day of free, family-friendly fun to the town. You can drop in to enjoy live music across two stages, street dancing in the alleyway, a tasty outdoor BBQ from the chefs at Tully Mill, and drinks from the Hidden Naggin Bar. Whether you want to join a jiving session, hear classic traditional Irish tunes, or take in performances from rising country and folk stars, there is plenty lined up to keep the whole family entertained.

Eats & Beats Festival (Sat 5 - Sun 6 Sept)

The Eats & Beats festival returns to Newcastle this September, bringing together local food and live music in the heart of the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark. Visitors can explore a wide range of food stalls and enjoy performances from various musical acts across the town’s venues. The weekend offers a chance to sample regional flavours and discover new bands in a relaxed setting. It is one of the area’s largest events, providing plenty of activities for families and food enthusiasts alike.

Magical Choral Music in Derry~Londonderry (Thurs 22 - Mon 26 Oct)

The City Of Derry International Choir Festival returns. Participating choirs taking over Derry with a tidal wave of magical choral music! Get ready for a superb programme of guest artist concerts, competitions, workshops, pop-up choral trail performances and community concerts in venues across the northwest region. This event presents a perfect opportunity to hear a range of choral music while exploring the unique charm of Derry~Londonderry.

Music is everywhere in Northern Ireland and besides these great festivals, you’re likely to find some of the best of it in the most unexpected places. So keep your eyes, and especially your ears, open.