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.

Beat a path to Belfast for Belsonic (5 - 30 June)

It’s big, it’s booming and it can be heard right across the city. When Belsonic takes place in high summer, everyone knows. Stereophonics, Charli XCX, Madness, Snow Patrol and Justin Timberlake are just some of the big acts that will take to the Ormeau Park stage this summer. Slap on the factor fifty and make a beeline for this city centre music festival like no other.

The summertime Stendhal Festival (4 - 6 July)

Since it started in 2010, it has made quite the impact on Northern Ireland’s cultural map and has racked up a stack of awards. The festival mixes music genres with comedy, politics and fine food, all based on Ballymully Cottage Farm near Limavady. It has has become the go-to festival for the music cognoscenti in Northern Ireland.

Belfast Tradfest returns (27 July - 3 Aug)

The last week of July usually sees Belfast go mad for trad. Over eight days, lovers of traditional Irish and world music flock to the city from all over Ireland and the UK. Expect lots of music as well as poetry, art, special screenings and intimate chats with surprise guests. Join in as they celebrate for the 7th year in the UNESCO City of Music.

Eats and Beats (6 - 7 Sep)

Another weekend to add into your diary is the Eats and Beats Festival in Newcastle. This year will feature a diverse lineup of bands and performers as well as addition events and festivities in venues right across the town, showcasing the food scene of the area. As one of the largest festivals of its kind in the region, It's a foodie’s and music lover’s paradise.

Magical Choral Music in Derry~Londonderry (22 - 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.

Belfast International Arts Festival (15 Oct - 9 Nov)

This premier arts festival has been featuring great musicians since the late 1960s when Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin and Ravi Shankar played in its formative years. You can expect an exciting, world-class programme of theatre, dance, classical and roots music, visual arts, film and digital arts, talks and literature accompanied by outreach and educational events. This festival always throws up live acts and performances which enter musical folklore and are remembered for many years after.

Wave after wave of pulsing music in Portrush (13 - 16 Nov)

The Atlantic Sessions come to Portrush in November. You can catch dozens of Northern Ireland’s finest musicians performing in small and intimate venues over four days. Base yourself here for the festival, explore the Causeway Coastal Route by day and at night wind down with the best in Northern Irish musical talent.

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.

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Pimm's Afternoon Tea @ Magheramorne Estate

Magheramorne

Address

Magheramorne Estate, 59 Shore Road, Magheramorne, County Antrim, BT40 3HW

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9538 0895

events@magheramorneestate.com

Price
Price £49.95 Per Ticket

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Afternoon Tea

Magheramorne Estate, on the Causeway Coastal Route, hosts a stylish Pimm's Afternoon Tea with seasonal treats by Jane's Kitchen, live music, and elegant surroundings - offering guests a delightful summer farewell experience.

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Magheramorne Estate, Larne

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From:
20 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 16:30

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Price £49.95 Per Ticket

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Iúr Cinn Fleadh

Newry

Address

10 Barrack Street, Newry, County Down, BT35 6DA

Telephone
+44 (0) 77 5417 1130

info@newry2020.com

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Festival

Iúr Cinn Fleadh is a citywide festival promoting music, culture and the arts

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From:

21 Aug 2025to25 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 23:00

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Learn to Play the Irish Harp Workshop

Bushmills

Address

The Courthouse, 75 Main Street, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8QB

Telephone
+44 (0) 7400 991 270

katygrahamharp@icloud.com

Price
Price £59.00 Per Ticket

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Workshop

Join acclaimed harpist Katy Bustard at the historic Courthouse in Bushmills for an unforgettable afternoon steeped in music, story and tradition.
This hands-on workshop is a rare opportunity to explore the ancient art of Irish harping - no…

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From:
23 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30

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Price £59.00 Per Ticket

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Mourne Chamber Music Festival

Newcastle

Address

Newcastle Community Cinema, St Mary's Hall, Main Street, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AD

Telephone
+44 (0) 754 830 424

mourne.cmf@outlook.com

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Price £15.00 Per Ticket

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Live Music

Mourne Chamber Music Festival is returning to Newcastle County Down from August 28th to 30th. The festival will welcome a group of young professional musicians from Northern Ireland and further afield to perform chamber music in the beautiful…

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28 Aug 2025to30 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

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The Vox Set presents Duke Special

Castlerock

Address

Mussenden Temple, Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RP

Telephone
+442870848728

mussendentemple@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Price £35.00 Per Ticket

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Concert

Join one of Northern Ireland's most well-known musicians at one of its most iconic landmarks for the final episode of The Vox Set's third series.

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Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne, Castlerock

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From:
6 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 20:15

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Price £35.00 Per Ticket

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Eats and Beats Festival

Newcastle

Address

Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

Telephone
+44 (0) 33 0137 4046

visitorservices@nmandd.org

Price
Free

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Festival

The Eats and Beats Festival offers the best in local and world food, where visitors can enjoy delicious fare at the homegrown and world food villages. With unique and locally produced food and drink outlets and free music performances on offer…

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From:

6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025

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Free

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City of Derry International Choir Festival 2025

Derry~Londonderry

Address

Holywell Trust Building, 10-14 Bishop Street, Derry~Londonderry, County Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6PW

info@derrychoirfest.com

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Festival

The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns in October 2025 with a tidal wave of magical choral music!

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From:

22 Oct 2025to26 Oct 2025

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Atlantic Sessions

Portrush & Portstewart

Address

Various Locations, Portrush & Portstewart, County Antrim, BT56 8JE

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7776 0650

music@atlanticsessions.com

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Live Music

A feast of musical talent, showcasing over 40 artists throughout four days at various venues, including bars, coffee shops, hotels and town halls across Portrush and Portstewart. Most gigs are admission free, in addition to the headline ticketed…

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From:

13 Nov 2025to16 Nov 2025

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City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival

Derry~Londonderry

Address

Various venues across the city, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6RG

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7137 7577

jazz@derrystrabane.com

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Festival

Celebrate 25years of Derry Jazz Fest from 30th April - 4th May 2026!

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From:

30 Apr 2026to4 May 2026

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