What's On in Belfast This Weekend?

Friday 10 May 2024

I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!

10 - 11 May 2024

Live Country Music every Friday night at Filthy McNastys with a full band! Expect Tyler Childers, Luke Combs, Zach Bryan and everything in between!

Filthy McNastys

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mother tongue

Fri, 10 May 2024, 9:00am

0.82 KM

This group exhibition features sculpture, installation, painting, photography, audio and film.

The MAC

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QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

0.72 KM

Craft NI are delighted to partner with the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) to bring to you the QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition.

Craft NI Gallery

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Life Through a Royal Lens

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Lavery On Location

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.

Ulster Museum

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Bing’s Nature Explorers

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

26.84 KM

Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre

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National Treasures: Caravaggio in Belfast

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Caravaggio's 'The Supper at Emmaus' will be on display at Ulster Museum as part of the 'National Treasures' bicentenary celebrations.

Ulster Museum

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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Fri, 10 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Bill Rolston has been photographing political murals since 1981 and this exhibition showcases Rolston's photography of the political murals scene in NI.

Ulster Museum

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The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

Fri, 10 May 2024, 11:00am

0.61 KM

An 11 day festival of the best local, national and international arts held in the historic Cathedral Quarter of the city.

Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

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Urban Dreams – An Exhibition by Joel Simon

Fri, 10 May 2024, 11:00am

4.58 KM

Joel’s exhibition is an exploration of the Irish urban landscapes which evoke a sense of the past and celebrate the beauty of everyday moments.

ArtisAnn Gallery

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Smoke

Fri, 10 May 2024, 12:00pm

Smoke is an exciting exhibition and engagement project from two established international artists.

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Signature Tour

Fri, 10 May 2024, 12:00pm

2.07 KM

Learn about the restoration of this historic Belfast brand while exploring their home at McConnell's Distillery.

J & J McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience

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Workers Club

Fri, 10 May 2024, 5:00pm

0.86 KM

Join the Reporter for weekend vibes with £3.80 pints 5-8pm followed by live music for established local legends from 9pm.

The Reporter Bar

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Sensorium at The Spirit Circle

Fri, 10 May 2024, 5:30pm

0.58 KM

Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 3 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.

The Spirit Circle

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

In this exhibition “Borrowed Time” Mariana Duarte Santos shares a series of drawings, paintings and linocuts inspired by still frames of old movies/TV shows.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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Machnamh ar an Solas (Reflecting on Light) – Mark Beatty

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

A series of coloured pencil drawings that originally started as sketches for a site-specific work on the steps of the Sheep’s Head lighthouse in West Cork.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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Sip & Sketch at The Copeland Distillery, hosted by Mrs Maker Is Art

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:00pm

44.39 KM

The Copeland Distillery will be working with local artist ‘Mrs Maker is Art’ to host another evening of art and cocktails

The Copeland Distillery

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Essentially Cher- Live In Concert

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:30pm

15.01 KM

Trisha McCluney, renowned from BBC1’s “I Can See Your Voice,” embodies Essentially Cher, the rapidly ascending LIVE Cher tribute experience.

Lagan Valley Island

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Ulster Orchestra: The Sun Still Shines

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:45pm

0.27 KM

The name Sophie Scholl is not widely known outside Germany, but her extraordinary story is the inspiration for a brand new work by Conor Mitchell.

Ulster Hall

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Sports Direct Women’s Premiership GW2

Fri, 10 May 2024, 7:45pm

Join for Game week 2 in the Sports Direct Women’s Premiership 2024 season.

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Fatal Deviation

Fri, 10 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.56 KM

The film tells the story of a young man returning home after a long absence, his future uncertain, his father gone.

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Baxter Dury

Fri, 10 May 2024, 8:00pm

CQAF is delighted to welcome Baxter Dury our Festival Marquee as part of his I Thought I Was Better Than You tour.

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Kimmie Rhodes

Fri, 10 May 2024, 8:00pm

Kimmie Rhodes from Austin, Texas returns with a rare and intimate solo performance to celebrate the release of newly-penned songs.

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A.N.J.A

Fri, 10 May 2024, 8:00pm

Horror Garage Punk! A.N.J.A. is a German-born, Belfast based singer and songwriter who performs with her 4-piece live band.

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Belfast Pub Crawl

Fri, 10 May 2024, 8:00pm

Enjoy a night to remember experiencing Belfast’s historic & modern pubs and lively music scene on a Irish Traditional pub crawl.

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DJ Format

10 - 11 May 2024

0.68 KM

DJ Format will blend his favourite funk, soul, and even elements of hip hop for an unforgettable experience that will keep you dancing.

Ulster Sports Club

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Saturday 11 May 2024

mother tongue

Sat, 11 May 2024, 9:00am

0.82 KM

This group exhibition features sculpture, installation, painting, photography, audio and film.

The MAC

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Hero of Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

1.21 KM

Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable abolitionist, philanthropist and social reformer.

Clifton House Belfast

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Life Through a Royal Lens

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Lavery On Location

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.

Ulster Museum

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Bing’s Nature Explorers

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

26.84 KM

Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre

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National Treasures: Caravaggio in Belfast

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Caravaggio's 'The Supper at Emmaus' will be on display at Ulster Museum as part of the 'National Treasures' bicentenary celebrations.

Ulster Museum

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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Bill Rolston has been photographing political murals since 1981 and this exhibition showcases Rolston's photography of the political murals scene in NI.

Ulster Museum

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Best of Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:00am

0.08 KM

Join DC Tours on their 3 hour ‘Best of Belfast’ walking tour, exploring what makes the city just so unique.

Belfast City Hall

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Pottery Painting in Bangor

Sat, 11 May 2024, 10:30am

Pottery painting sessions are available every Saturday at Loaf Pottery in Crawfordsburn.

Loaf

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5 Stop Brunch

Sat, 11 May 2024, 11:00am

Join Taste and Tour on a 3-hour grazing style Sunday Belfast Brunch Tour in the city's finest quirky cafes, restaurants and bars.

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Come & Try Sit On Top Kayaking – Castlewellan

Sat, 11 May 2024, 11:00am

Come and Try Sit On Top Kayaking… a simply awesome activity, whether a gentle introduction on their single or double kayaks, or an all-in experience.

Life Adventure Centre

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Templemore Baths Guided Tour

Sat, 11 May 2024, 11:00am

3.1 KM

Templemore Baths Heritage Space preserves original Victorian features of the only remaining public baths on the island of Ireland.

Templemore Baths Heritage Centre

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The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

Sat, 11 May 2024, 11:00am

0.61 KM

An 11 day festival of the best local, national and international arts held in the historic Cathedral Quarter of the city.

Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

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Tree Folklore Walk

Sat, 11 May 2024, 11:00am

15.65 KM

In this guided walk celebrating and exploring native Irish trees, The Conservation Volunteers will take you on a tour of the Ulster Folk Museum site.

Ulster Folk Museum

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Sensorium at The Spirit Circle

Sat, 11 May 2024, 12:00pm

0.58 KM

Belfast’s Interactive Cocktail Experience. 3 hours. 2 Tall Drinks. 2 Bespoke Cocktails. Sensory Overload Guaranteed.

The Spirit Circle

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Urban Dreams – An Exhibition by Joel Simon

Sat, 11 May 2024, 12:00pm

4.58 KM

Joel’s exhibition is an exploration of the Irish urban landscapes which evoke a sense of the past and celebrate the beauty of everyday moments.

ArtisAnn Gallery

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Smoke

Sat, 11 May 2024, 12:00pm

Smoke is an exciting exhibition and engagement project from two established international artists.

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Signature Tour

Sat, 11 May 2024, 12:00pm

2.07 KM

Learn about the restoration of this historic Belfast brand while exploring their home at McConnell's Distillery.

J & J McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience

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Artist Showcase Exhibition Launch Day

Sat, 11 May 2024, 12:00pm

7.94 KM

Head to OTSE on Saturday 11th May for their Spring artist showcase “Exploring Barry’s Amusements and the North Coast!”

On the Square Emporium

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Belfast by the Glass

Sat, 11 May 2024, 1:00pm

0.58 KM

An alternative history of Belfast through booze. 6 Drinks. 6 Chapters. 6 Stories to be told.

The Spirit Circle

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Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour

Sat, 11 May 2024, 2:00pm

Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast, a city where punk meant more! Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music…

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Come & Try Mountain Biking

Sat, 11 May 2024, 2:00pm

Come and Try Mountain Biking… or MTB as it’s known is a simply awesome activity with a choice of MTB's to take across the incredible trails.

Life Adventure Centre

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Graves and Gardens Tour- Friar’s Bush and Botanical Gardens

Sat, 11 May 2024, 2:00pm

Led by the effervescent guide John Bradbury, this tour is a quintessential Victorian escapade through the graveyard of Friar’s Bush and the Botanic Gardens.

Friar’s Bush Belfast Tours by Cairde na Cille

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Sara Pascoe – Weirdo

Sat, 11 May 2024, 2:00pm

The debut novel from the bestselling and award-winning comedian, in conversation with Kathy Clugston.

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The Bonnevilles

Sat, 11 May 2024, 2:00pm

0.56 KM

The Bonnevilles are a no-frills guitar-and-drums two-piece from Ireland who play hard-hitting roots music they call “garage punk blues.”

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Belfast Traditional Music Trail

Sat, 11 May 2024, 3:00pm

The Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music.

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Copeland Distillery Tours

Sat, 11 May 2024, 5:00pm

44.39 KM

Come and experience a tour of The Copeland Distillery and taste their award-winning spirits!

The Copeland Distillery

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Belfast Tango Weekend

11 - 12 May 2024

Belfast Tango are excited to bring an experienced Teacher, dancer and Tango DJ from Dublin.

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Sat, 11 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

In this exhibition “Borrowed Time” Mariana Duarte Santos shares a series of drawings, paintings and linocuts inspired by still frames of old movies/TV shows.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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Machnamh ar an Solas (Reflecting on Light) – Mark Beatty

Sat, 11 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

A series of coloured pencil drawings that originally started as sketches for a site-specific work on the steps of the Sheep’s Head lighthouse in West Cork.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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An Evening with Belfast Rock Choir and the Swing Gals

Sat, 11 May 2024, 7:30pm

5.03 KM

Swing Gals is Northern Ireland’s original and leading vocal harmony trio - catch them at Belvoir Studio Theatre this May!

Belvoir Studio Theatre

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Rhythms and Tales of Belfast

Sat, 11 May 2024, 7:30pm

3.57 KM

"Rhythms and Tales of Belfast" is an authentic Irish showcase nestled within Culturlann, the Irish language centre in the heart of Belfast's Gaeltacht Quarter.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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David Browne Murray

11 - 12 May 2024

0.86 KM

Local legend David Browne Murray is taking over as your new headliner for your Saturday night!

The Reporter Bar

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Ibibio Sound Machine

Sat, 11 May 2024, 8:00pm

Pull the Rope, the new record by Ibibio Sound Machine, casts the Eno Williams and Max Grunhard-led outfit in a new light.

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Katherine Priddy

Sat, 11 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.56 KM

Since emerging with her debut EP Wolf, UK singer-songwriter Katherine Priddy has quickly become one of the most exciting names on the British music scene.

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Belfast Pub Crawl

Sat, 11 May 2024, 8:00pm

Enjoy a night to remember experiencing Belfast’s historic & modern pubs and lively music scene on a Irish Traditional pub crawl.

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Stripped Down at The Crescent: PiNKSLiPS | Esmeralda Road | Donal Scullion

Sat, 11 May 2024, 8:00pm

1.14 KM

Stripped Down at The Crescent is a series of gigs that brings together some of the most talented original acts performing.

Crescent Arts Centre

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Blue Whale (‘Last Immediate Images’ Album Launch)

Sat, 11 May 2024, 8:30pm

Belfast quartet Blue Whale make their highly-anticipated return with their forthcoming second LP, Last Immediate Images.

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Sunday 12 May 2024

mother tongue

Sun, 12 May 2024, 9:00am

0.82 KM

This group exhibition features sculpture, installation, painting, photography, audio and film.

The MAC

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Life Through a Royal Lens

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

Discover Life Through a Royal Lens, Hillsborough Castle’s first exhibition featuring a unique collection of Royal photography.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Lavery On Location

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.

Ulster Museum

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Bing’s Nature Explorers

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

26.84 KM

Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends.

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre

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National Treasures: Caravaggio in Belfast

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Caravaggio's 'The Supper at Emmaus' will be on display at Ulster Museum as part of the 'National Treasures' bicentenary celebrations.

Ulster Museum

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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

1.73 KM

Bill Rolston has been photographing political murals since 1981 and this exhibition showcases Rolston's photography of the political murals scene in NI.

Ulster Museum

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Best of Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

Sun, 12 May 2024, 10:00am

0.08 KM

Join DC Tours on their 3 hour ‘Best of Belfast’ walking tour, exploring what makes the city just so unique.

Belfast City Hall

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Pottery Painting & Wood Fired Pizza

Sun, 12 May 2024, 11:00am

Get creative at the painting sessions at Loaf Pottery in Crawfordsburn with woodfired pizza afterwards at the café on site.

Loaf

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Irish FA Tours

Sun, 12 May 2024, 11:00am

3.25 KM

Irish FA Tours tells the unique story of Northern Ireland football from 1880 to present day using media, interactive displays, key artefacts and more.

Irish FA Tours

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The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

Sun, 12 May 2024, 11:00am

0.61 KM

An 11 day festival of the best local, national and international arts held in the historic Cathedral Quarter of the city.

Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

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Signature Tour

Sun, 12 May 2024, 12:00pm

2.07 KM

Learn about the restoration of this historic Belfast brand while exploring their home at McConnell's Distillery.

J & J McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience

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Belfast Tango Weekend

Sun, 12 May 2024, 1:30pm

Belfast Tango are excited to bring an experienced Teacher, dancer and Tango DJ from Dublin.

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Revolucion to Roxy, Phil Manzanera In Conversation

Sun, 12 May 2024, 2:00pm

Phil Manzanera, one of the UK’s best-known musicians and record producers, has written his memoir, titled ‘Revólución to Roxy’.

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Janey Godley: On Screen & On-Stage

Sun, 12 May 2024, 2:00pm

CQAF are delighted to have Janey returning to Belfast to present a new documentary on her life and featuring CQAF!

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Sunday Class & Milonga

Sun, 12 May 2024, 3:00pm

A class for total beginners or those wanting to improve on their skills of Argentine tango.

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My Darling Clementine

Sun, 12 May 2024, 3:00pm

0.56 KM

A labour of love on multiple levels, My Darling Clementine began as a homage to classic country duets of the 60’s and 70’s á la George…

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Peaceline Perspectives: Voices from a Divided City

Sun, 12 May 2024, 5:00pm

Hard Rain SoloistEnsemble have been chosen from over 200 hopefuls to perform a showcase concert in Berlin at Classical:NEXT

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Sun, 12 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

In this exhibition “Borrowed Time” Mariana Duarte Santos shares a series of drawings, paintings and linocuts inspired by still frames of old movies/TV shows.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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Machnamh ar an Solas (Reflecting on Light) – Mark Beatty

Sun, 12 May 2024, 7:00pm

3.57 KM

A series of coloured pencil drawings that originally started as sketches for a site-specific work on the steps of the Sheep’s Head lighthouse in West Cork.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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