7 exciting events happening in Northern Ireland this year
By Maisie Laughton
Published 2nd Aug 2023, 15:50 BST
Updated 4th Aug 2023, 08:47 BST
Northern Ireland can boast a packed calendar of events from now until the end of 2023, with something for everyone to enjoy.
From music festivals that will give you ultimate vibes to artsy events with a range of activities on their programme, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Take your pick of these fantastic events for an action-packed schedule that will leave everyone envious of your plans.
Here are some of the great events taking place in Northern Ireland during the rest of the year.
Here are some of the great events taking place in Northern Ireland during the rest of the year.
5. Eats and Beats
Head to Newcastle, County Down on September 2-3 to experience the best combination of food and music in this year’s Eats and Beats.
Thousands of visitors attend the yearly feast, finding not only great musicians that they’d yet to discover, but an unbelievable array of eateries.
For more information, go to visitmournemountains.co.uk/eats-and-beats-festival Photo: Unsplash
6. Belfast International Arts Festival
The 61st Belfast International Arts Festival returns on October 12, with tickets for the first lot of events recently going on sale, so go have a browse on their website.
Running until Sunday November 5, you can expect to see stellar shows such as An Evening With The Belfast Ensemble and Marc Almond.
For more information, go to belfastinternationalartsfestival.com Photo: Belfast International Arts Festival
7. Atlantic Sessions
Atlantic Sessions is bringing over 40 artists to both Portrush and Portstewart across a grand total of 20 venues in just three days.
During November 16-19, you can expect to see an array of talent from local and international artists who you are sure to fall in love with.
For more information, go to atlanticsessions.com Photo: Atlantic Sessions