What's On in Belfast This Weekend?

Friday 3 May 2024

I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!

03 - 04 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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QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition

Fri, 03 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, 03 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, 03 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, 03 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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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Fri, 03 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, 03 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, 03 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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Workers Club

Fri, 03 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, 03 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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Bluegrass Omagh Friday Night Concert

Fri, 03 May 2024, 7:00pm

An evening of bluegrass music in Strule Art Centre to kick off the Bluegrass Omagh 2024 music festival!

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Sinéad Gleeson in Conversation

Fri, 03 May 2024, 7:00pm

0.68 KM

Sinéad Gleeson, beloved, Irish no. 1 bestselling author joins us in conversation about her haunting debut novel.

Ulster Sports Club

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Fri, 03 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, 03 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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Project Children

Fri, 03 May 2024, 7:30pm

2.11 KM

'Project Children' is a powerful reminder of how activism and radical kindness can positively change the lives of children and young people.

Lyric Theatre

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The Lost Moon Sisters – Diane Di Prima Project

Fri, 03 May 2024, 7:30pm

3.57 KM

Poems are read to music composed by Nick Roth, with sections sung by Olesya Zdorovetska. Images on-screen by Margaret Lonergan.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

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I’VE ALWAYS LIKED THE NAME MARCUS

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.82 KM

Join Marcus on his FUNNY and PROVOCATIVE escapade as he embarks on a quest of self-discovery.

The MAC

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Theatre of Hate

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.56 KM

Led by singer/songwriter, Kirk Brandon, Theatre of Hate released their iconic debut studio album, Westworld.

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Mick Flannery

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

Mick Flannery’s songs are fluent in expressing layered aspects of the human condition, its flaws, triumphs, and general uncertainty.

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Lau (Unplugged)

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

Lau present their Unplugged show, a concert of two halves in which they return to their instruments’ natural soundscapes for an evening’s exploration.

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The Breeze: ‘Thin Ground’ Album Launch

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.68 KM

The Breeze are a new 3-piece band comprising long-time collaborators Chris Coll (Lost InThe Fog), Decky McManus (The Basement) and Stevie Scullion (Malojian).

Ulster Sports Club

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Snapped Ankles

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

Snapped Ankles return to the forest, but it’s not as they left it. Trees planted in neat rows. A well-ordered monoculture with access roads and heavy…

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Peter Case, Sid Griffin and Dan Stuart

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.68 KM

Three absolute icons of Americana will play individual sets then come together for an unforgettable finale.

Oh Yeah Music Centre

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Belfast Pub Crawl

Fri, 03 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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FITE FUAITE

Fri, 03 May 2024, 8:30pm

FITE FUAITE le: Boss Sound Manifesto, Róisín Seoighe, SÉiMí (agus a bhanna ceoil), Colm Seoighe agus Na hEasógaí, agus Na Brigideens

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Saturday 4 May 2024

Safari in the City – Dawn Chorus Day

Sat, 04 May 2024, 4:00am

12.8 KM

Enjoy a sunrise walk to bask in the soundscape of the dawn chorus and sunrise at Black Mountain.

Divis and the Black Mountain

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Festival of Fools

Sat, 04 May 2024, 9:00am

Festival of Fools is a jam-packed weekend of circus performances, featuring breathtaking acrobatics, gut-busting comedy and jaw-dropping juggling!

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QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition

Sat, 04 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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Clifton Street Cemetery Tour

Sat, 04 May 2024, 10:00am

1.21 KM

Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797 which catered to all…

Clifton House Belfast

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Bluegrass Omagh

Sat, 04 May 2024, 10:00am

156.16 KM

Bluegrass Omagh music festival returns to Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh on 4th & 5th May 2024.

Ulster American Folk Park

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Spring Spectacular

Sat, 04 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

See the gardens of Northern Ireland’s royal residence erupt in spectacular colour as Spring Spectacular returns for 2024.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Life Through a Royal Lens

Sat, 04 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, 04 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, 04 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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May Day Fiesta

Sat, 04 May 2024, 10:00am

On Saturday, May 4th the space behind the ICTU & the John Hewitt pub will be transformed into ‘Larkin’s Square’ for an alcohol-free family fun day.

Writer's Square

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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Sat, 04 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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May Day Weekend

Sat, 04 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

Join for Hillsborough Castle’s May Day Weekend 2024, the perfect way to celebrate the long weekend.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Pottery Painting in Bangor

Sat, 04 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, 04 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, 04 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, 04 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, 04 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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90’s Baby Bottomless Brunch

Sat, 04 May 2024, 11:30am

0.13 KM

The Bottomless 90s Baby Brunch Is Coming To BELFAST! All The Greatest 90s Hits And Big Sing Alongs With Bottomless Booze & Brunch.

Margot

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Sensorium at The Spirit Circle

Sat, 04 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, 04 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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Belfast Music Walking Tour

Sat, 04 May 2024, 1:00pm

Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track venues. Explore a vibrant music city with your…

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Belfast by the Glass

Sat, 04 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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Come & Try Mountain Biking

Sat, 04 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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Project Children

Sat, 04 May 2024, 2:30pm

2.11 KM

'Project Children' is a powerful reminder of how activism and radical kindness can positively change the lives of children and young people.

Lyric Theatre

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Belfast Traditional Music Trail

Sat, 04 May 2024, 3:00pm

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

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The Worst Cafe in the World

Sat, 04 May 2024, 3:00pm

Book a table at Big Telly’s Worst Café in The World - not a meal in sight, but a menu of theatrical bites to amuse your…

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Copeland Distillery Tours

Sat, 04 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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PP Arnold with Special Guest Bronagh Gallagher

Sat, 04 May 2024, 7:00pm

PP Arnold is the soul survivor. Her story is one of musical highs, personal lows, and that extraordinary voice.

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Sat, 04 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, 04 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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Project Children

Sat, 04 May 2024, 7:30pm

2.11 KM

'Project Children' is a powerful reminder of how activism and radical kindness can positively change the lives of children and young people.

Lyric Theatre

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The Human Touch

Sat, 04 May 2024, 7:30pm

5.03 KM

‘The Human Touch’ tribute band are true fans of The Boss and the E Street Band and want to pay tribute in the best way that…

Belvoir Studio Theatre

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Rhythms and Tales of Belfast

Sat, 04 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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Ulster Orchestra: May the Fourth Be With You: A Star Wars Spectacular

Sat, 04 May 2024, 7:45pm

1.05 KM

Calling all Star Wars fans, young and old! John Williams’s epic scores are some of the most thrilling music ever written, especially with a live orchestra.

Waterfront Hall

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David Browne Murray

04 - 05 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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I’VE ALWAYS LIKED THE NAME MARCUS

Sat, 04 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.82 KM

Join Marcus on his FUNNY and PROVOCATIVE escapade as he embarks on a quest of self-discovery.

The MAC

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Cass McCombs and Steve Gunn

Sat, 04 May 2024, 8:00pm

0.68 KM

Cass McCombs’ music contains elements of folk music, americana, psychedelia, and rock.

Ulster Sports Club

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Belfast Pub Crawl

Sat, 04 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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Lack of Afro (DJ Set)

04 - 05 May 2024

0.56 KM

A colossus of the funk & soul world, Adam Gibbons (aka Lack of Afro) has been releasing music for 17 years and continues to go from…

The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery

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Sunday 5 May 2024

2024 Moy Park Belfast City Marathon

Sun, 05 May 2024, 9:00am

7.71 KM

The Moy Park Belfast City Marathon is renowned for the incredible local support and crowds to cheer you on throughout your 26.2 miles!

Stormont Estate

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Festival of Fools

Sun, 05 May 2024, 9:00am

Festival of Fools is a jam-packed weekend of circus performances, featuring breathtaking acrobatics, gut-busting comedy and jaw-dropping juggling!

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Autism Friendly Clip ‘n Climb and Soft Play Sessions at High Rise Lisburn

Sun, 05 May 2024, 10:00am

16.17 KM

High Rise family adventure centre in Lisburn will ‘go quiet’ one Sunday a month for an autism/SEND friendly Clip ‘n Climb and soft play session.

High Rise Indoor Adventure Centre

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Bluegrass Omagh

Sun, 05 May 2024, 10:00am

156.16 KM

Bluegrass Omagh music festival returns to Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh on 4th & 5th May 2024.

Ulster American Folk Park

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Spring Spectacular

Sun, 05 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

See the gardens of Northern Ireland’s royal residence erupt in spectacular colour as Spring Spectacular returns for 2024.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Life Through a Royal Lens

Sun, 05 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, 05 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, 05 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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Drawing Support: Murals, Memory and Identity

Sun, 05 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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May Day Weekend

Sun, 05 May 2024, 10:00am

23.1 KM

Join for Hillsborough Castle’s May Day Weekend 2024, the perfect way to celebrate the long weekend.

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Pottery Painting & Wood Fired Pizza

Sun, 05 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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The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

Sun, 05 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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Hit the North Block Party

Sun, 05 May 2024, 2:00pm

Hit the North’s Block Party will be the climax to their 12th year, with 70+ artists working and David Holmes on the decks.

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The Dodge Brothers

Sun, 05 May 2024, 2:00pm

CQAF are delighted to welcome festival favourites The Dodge Brothers to the big stage for a perfect Bank Holiday Sunday afternoon hoe-down.

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Project Children

Sun, 05 May 2024, 2:30pm

2.11 KM

'Project Children' is a powerful reminder of how activism and radical kindness can positively change the lives of children and young people.

Lyric Theatre

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I’VE ALWAYS LIKED THE NAME MARCUS

Sun, 05 May 2024, 2:30pm

0.82 KM

Join Marcus on his FUNNY and PROVOCATIVE escapade as he embarks on a quest of self-discovery.

The MAC

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Sunday Class & Milonga

Sun, 05 May 2024, 3:00pm

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

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The Worst Cafe in the World

Sun, 05 May 2024, 3:00pm

Book a table at Big Telly’s Worst Café in The World - not a meal in sight, but a menu of theatrical bites to amuse your…

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‘Teeth’ Book Launch

Sun, 05 May 2024, 3:00pm

You’re invited to join writer John Patrick Higgins in conversation and reading from his new book ‘Teeth: An Oral History’

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Sports Direct Women’s Premiership GW1

Sun, 05 May 2024, 3:00pm

The countdown is on as the top-flight of female football returns on Sunday 5th May. Join for the Sports Direct Women’s Premiership 2024 season.

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Tom Lawrinson

Sun, 05 May 2024, 6:30pm

0.68 KM

Evening of stand up comedy from Tom Lawrinson split into two halves. First section will be his debut stand up show Hubba Hubba.

Oh Yeah Music Centre

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John Was Trying to Contact Aliens – Screening and DJ set

Sun, 05 May 2024, 7:00pm

The American Bar presents a very special screening and live DJ set from John Shepherd, beamed live to the bar after the screening.

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Am Iasachta (Borrowed Time) – Mariana Santos

Sun, 05 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, 05 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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