With the run-up to Christmas underway - if the items that have started to appear in shops weren’t an indicator - why not treat yourself or that special someone you know to a ticket to one of the many sensational concerts that have already been confirmed for Northern Ireland in 2026?
The new year is already set to kick off with a bang with the likes of Biffy Clyro and Florence + The Machine looking to dust off those New Year’s cobwebs (some might call it a hangover), while mid-year sees the return to the Country 2 Country Festival and the arrivals of hallowed acts The Cure and Tori Amos.
It’d be rude not to also mention that ‘Mr Worldwide’ is also coming to Northern Ireland next year, so bald caps at the ready, everyone!
We’ve taken a look over Ticketmaster and other ticketing agents to bring to you 32 unmissable gigs from a diverse range of artists, with no doubt more to be announced shortly - so keep that calendar or planner you’ll undoubtedly be getting for Christmas on hand and start plotting your 2026 gig season from today.
9. Scouting For Girls (February 26)
It's set to be a night of pure pop fun with Scouting For Girls at The Telegraph Building. The British trio are masters of crafting catchy, feel-good anthems that are perfect for a singalong. Expect to hear all your favourite hits, including the earworm 'She's So Lovely.' 📌 The Telegraph Building, 124-144 Royal Avenue, Belfast BT1 1DN | Alex Shute
10. Country 2 Country 2026 (March 13 - March 15)
The ultimate country music extravaganza returns to The SSE Arena. Country 2 Country (C2C) brings the biggest names in Nashville and beyond for three days of incredible music, including headliners, emerging artists, and pop-up stages. It's the perfect event for any country fan looking to experience the best of the genre. 📌 The SSE Arena, 2 Queen's Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ | Getty Images
11. The Divine Comedy (March 27)
Are you ready for an evening of sophisticated wit and orchestral pop with The Divine Comedy at the Waterfront Hall Auditorium? The brainchild of Neil Hannon, the band is celebrated for its elegant, clever songwriting and grand arrangements. This show promises to be a theatrical and magnificent affair, full of charm and timeless melodies. 📌 Waterfront Hall Auditorium, 2 Lanyon Pl, Belfast BT1 3WH | Kevin Westenberg
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12. Boyzlife (April 1)
Boyzone's Keith Duffy and Westlife's Brian McFadden unite once more for an evening of classic pop nostalgia. Boyzlife will take you on a journey through the biggest hits of both iconic boy bands. Get ready to relive some of the most memorable moments in '90s and '00s pop music, all in one unforgettable night at the Waterfront Hall. 📌 Waterfront Hall Auditorium, 2 Lanyon Pl, Belfast BT1 3WH | Anthony Harvey/Getty Images