NOVEMBER 2026
A special Lyric Theatre conversation featuring the creative voices behind Derry Girls, Blue Lights and Colin Davidson’s portraits.
Explore Belfast galleries after hours. Late Night Art brings free exhibitions and creative spaces together across the city in one evening.
Oh Yeah’s citywide festival celebrates the people making Belfast a UNESCO City of Music, with gigs, talks and the NI Music Prize.
Ireland’s national dance company Luail brings a contemporary triple bill to The MAC, with work by Akram Khan, Oona Doherty and Liz Roche.
Meet local growers, food producers and makers at this friendly South Belfast market. Expect seasonal produce and independent traders.
The Ulster Orchestra celebrates the music of Steven Spielberg’s films, from Jaws and E.T. to Indiana Jones.
A showcase of Northern Irish music, with performances and awards honouring this year’s standout artists, albums and singles.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Outburst brings independent film, performance, exhibitions and bold conversations to venues across Belfast.
City Hall’s seasonal market returns with festive stalls, local gifts and food, and remains open into December.
Belfast’s Christmas lights switch-on returns to City Hall with local performers. This free event requires advance tickets.
A festive five-kilometre run through the city centre. Registration is sold out, but spectators can still enjoy the atmosphere.
Head to Banana Block for a weekend of retro arcade machines, pinball and classic video games, including family-friendly sessions.
St George’s Market opens after dark for two festive evenings, with independent traders, seasonal food and live entertainment.
A single artwork from the Ulster Museum collection goes on display at Belfast School of Art as a seasonal gift to the city.
Four US college teams compete over two days for the Belpot Trophy at Belfast’s international ice-hockey weekend.
Discover handmade gifts from independent makers at Belfast Castle’s artisan market, with the Cave Hill setting as a bonus.
The Grand Opera House Christmas pantomime returns with undersea characters, big costumes, Belfast humour and May McFettridge.
Save the month at a glance, then use the individual event links above to confirm details and booking arrangements.
Event details are subject to change. Check the organisers’ official websites before attending.
Some photographs show the venue or an earlier edition of an event rather than the November 2026 programme. Photographs belong to their original publishers or photographers.