Your Perfect Belfast Weekend: Music, Heritage & Nightlife

Celebrate wellness and outdoor living at WellFest Belfast 2026, a two-day festival in Ormeau Park with fitness classes, talks, food stalls and family-friendly activities. A great way for visitors to experience Belfast’s green spaces and local health and food scene.

European Heritage Weekend (EHOD) brings special access, tours and activities at heritage sites around Belfast, ideal for culture-loving visitors. Expect open days, guided walks and family-friendly history experiences across the city.

Explore the stories and architecture of North Belfast on this guided heritage walking tour, part of European Heritage Weekend. It’s a relaxed way for weekend visitors to learn about Belfast’s neighbourhoods with an expert guide.

Enjoy the ultimate feel-good ABBA experience as the smash-hit musical Mamma Mia! arrives in Belfast for a limited run. With catchy songs and a lively cast, it’s a fun evening for couples, friends or families visiting the city.

Catch actor Michael Shannon and musician Jason Narducy in a special live performance at this iconic Belfast venue. Expect an intimate, alternative-leaning show that will appeal to fans of indie music and unique collaborations.

US trombonist Kalia Vandever brings contemporary jazz sounds to one of Belfast’s key arts venues. This seated evening concert suits culture-focused visitors looking for something atmospheric and different.

Local band Rhinos headline Oh Yeah Music Centre, showcasing Belfast’s thriving grassroots music scene. Expect an energetic night of live rock/alternative sounds in one of the city’s best-loved music hubs.

Dance the night away to old skool R&B and hip hop at this waterfront party night. Tribe Parties is ideal for visitors looking for a stylish late-night option with DJs and a lively crowd.

Experience a heavy-hitting line-up of Nømadus, Asylum Road and Muted Tweed at Voodoo, one of Belfast’s favourite rock venues. Perfect for travellers who enjoy live metal and alternative music in an intimate club setting.

A late-night electronic music session with Vendex at one of Belfast’s best-known gig and club spaces. Expect pounding techno and a packed dancefloor, ideal for visitors wanting to experience local nightlife.

Discover the industrial heritage of Belfast at Riddel’s Warehouse with this special European Heritage Open Day tour. The "Forged in Belfast" experience traces the story of the Riddel family and the city’s ironwork legacy.

Head just outside Belfast for a guided historical walking tour of Movilla Cemetery, exploring local stories, notable burials and architectural details. A reflective, educational afternoon that history lovers will appreciate.

A multi-event access pass for Belfast’s student-focused nightlife and annual parties. While aimed at freshers, visiting younger travellers can tap into a full programme of club nights and socials across the city.