All events, festivals, and things to do in Belfast
Flout has been recognised as one of the 50 best pizza spots in Europe. The pizzeria is celebrated for its high-quality craft and authentic approach to pizza making.
Flout!
Pizza restaurant · 4.7 ★ · $$
A popular Cathedral Quarter spot known for elevated brunch plates like Turkish eggs and chorizo hash, with a lively walk-in atmosphere.
Neighbourhood Cafe
Cafe · 4.6 ★ · $$
A popular healthy food spot known for juices and acai bowls, opening a new location at Queen's University.
Juice Jar Wellington Place
Juice shop · 4.4 ★ · $$
The Cuan has been named the best place to stay in Northern Ireland by The Times and The Sunday Times. This Co Down venue is highly regarded for its quality and atmosphere.
Ulster Sports Club
Sat 17 Oct
A Michelin-recognised restaurant in the city centre offering high-quality, wood-fired dishes with a focus on local produce and refined technique.
Empire Music Hall
Sat 19 Dec
Belfast's inaugural autumn jazz festival brings a series of live performances to Scott's Jazz Club in East Belfast.
Scott's Jazz Club
Night club · 4.9 ★ · $$
This popular Irish ice cream shop has expanded to Belfast, offering an impressive menu with 7,000 possible flavour combinations. It is a notable new addition for dessert lovers in the city.
Scrumdiddly’s Belfast
Dessert shop
Northern Ireland's largest multicultural festival returns for its 20th anniversary, featuring a vibrant programme of world music, dance, food, and art.
Belfast TradFest
Association or organization · 5 ★
A boutique hotel on the North Coast that offers a unique and eye-catching stay. The reviewer highlights a specific standout detail that makes it a memorable destination for a summer getaway.
The Limelight 2
Fri 6 Nov
This premier annual celebration of traditional music, song, and dance features world-class concerts, sessions, and workshops across 30 venues in Belfast.
The city's largest LGBTQIA+ festival returns for its 35th anniversary, featuring a parade and various community events.
Belfast Empire Music Hall
Gastropub · 4.5 ★ · $$
An industrial-chic venue in St Anne's Square serving modern Italian cuisine with a focus on fresh, locally sourced Northern Irish produce.
Coppi Restaurant
Italian restaurant · 4.5 ★ · $$
Located in a converted warehouse, this restaurant provides affordable, contemporary, Italian-led dining in a stylish, no-frills setting.
Waterman Restaurant
European restaurant · 4.3 ★
The annual Belfast Christmas Market is a major seasonal event held at City Hall. There are ongoing discussions regarding potential expansion or additional market locations in the city.
The O2 Belfast
Sun 20 Dec
A minimalist restaurant serving traditional Asian cooking with a unique 'Belfast Bushido' attitude and excellent cocktails.
Yügo
Asian fusion restaurant · 4.6 ★ · $$
An exhibition at Craft NI Gallery exploring the creative connections between contemporary craft making and the rhythms and harmonies of music.
Craft NI Gallery
Store · 4.8 ★
Explore contemporary sculptures and artworks set within the beautiful, non-traditional surroundings of the Walled Garden at Bangor Castle.
Bangor Castle Walled Garden
Garden · 4.8 ★
This major public exhibition and festival explores the theme of 'Horizons' through participatory installations and photography across various city venues.
Belfast City Hall
City hall · 4.6 ★