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50 great events happening across Belfast Culture Night 2025

Belfast will be buzzing and we've picked out some of the key events happening across the city

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Belfast woman's festival in memory of music figure dad five years after death

Lyndon Stephens passed away in January 2020

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Belfast social pictures as friends enjoy an evening out in the city

Belfast City Centre

Who can you spot?

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Lewis Capaldi announces Belfast show as part of 2026 summer tour

Tickets go on sale later this week

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In pictures: Crowds turn out as city centre bar opens three new venues

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Everyone was treated to food, cocktails and a go on the new karaoke machines on the night!

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See inside Belfast bar's three new venues as part of £5 million transformation - in pictures

Belfast Food and Drink Scene

It opened to the public on Friday

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Ed Sheeran nearly named Galway Girl after different Irish town

The singer-songwriter traces his Irish heritage to Wexford and Belfast

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Belfast city centre venue opening three new bars completing £5m investment

Belfast Food and Drink Scene

Including a cocktail lounge, a karaoke bar, and a sports and live music bar

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16 of the best photos captured during festival season in Belfast this summer

What a summer of music!

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Belfast social pictures as friends cheers to the weekend

Belfast Food and Drink Scene

Who can you spot?

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Chase & Status Belfast gate times, support acts and more for final CHSq 2025 gig

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It is the final show of the 2025 festival

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Midland CHSq gate times, support acts, age restrictions and more for Belfast gig

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It is one of the final shows of this year's festival

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Def Leppard announce Belfast show as first headliners for Belsonic 2026

The Belfast show is part of an eleven date UK and EU tour

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Kneecap performance a special moment, says Electric Picnic boss

Much attention focused on Saturday performance by the Belfast rap trio

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David Gray CHSq 2025 in pictures as fans enjoy world-class gig in Belfast

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Did we get a pic of you enjoying the gig on Saturday night?

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Nile Rodgers and CHIC gate times, support acts, age restrictions and more for return to CHSq

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They are back performing on the CHSq stage

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Kneecap call out Irish politicians during Electric Picnic set - in pictures

The Belfast based group performed on the main stage to a huge crowd

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Westlife's richest member Kian Egan has astonishing net worth and seaside mansion

As one of Ireland's most successful bands, Westlife have sold millions of records and partnered with hugely popular brands

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Social pictures as friends catch up in Belfast ahead of weekend

Belfast Food and Drink Scene

Our photographer was out and about ahead of the weekend

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Irish rapper helps young musicians follow their dreams at Derry workshops

"It is about closing the gap, and ensuring no young person is left without an opportunity to pursue their passion.”

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David Gray CHSq gate times, support acts, age restrictions and more for Belfast show

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Another sold-out show taking place in the city centre

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Kneecap Belfast Vital stage times for sold-out gig with Fontaines D.C

The South Belfast gig is completely sold out

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Florence + The Machine announces Belfast date as part of UK and EU tour

Tickets go on sale on Friday at 10am

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Billy Gillies CHSq gate times, support acts, age restrictions and more for sold-out gig

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He is back after two massive sold-out shows in 2024

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Marks & Spencer M&S shoppers can snap up £12 teddy cardigan that's like 'wearing a cloud'Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper

We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location

The Rusty Keg has relocated recently and the food certainly lived up to its beautiful new surroundings

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Dunelm shoppers 'in love' with 'beautiful' £65 rug that's available in four colours

"I'm in love with this rug. The soft, neutral colours go perfectly in our living room and make it feel so warm and cosy."

Marks & Spencer Marks & Spencer shoppers can bag 'warm and fluffy' cardigan for under £13 The Teddy Borg Wrap Lounge Cardigan is available in two autumnal colours including dark raspberry and ivory

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Belfast Oktoberfest social photos as pals toast to the start of the weekend

Things to do Belfast

Our photographer Justin Kernoghan was on hand to catch all the fun at Oktoberfest on Thursday night as pals started the weekend celebrations a little early

'I used to work at Boots and these are the best beauty deals ahead of Black Friday'

Boots has yet to confirm when its Black Friday deals will launch, but there are already plenty of ways to save on Christmas gifts, beauty products and more

Real Life Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife

Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed

A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart

Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Crime Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning

Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Northern Ireland football team

Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park

Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career

Northern Ireland football team

The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany

43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home

Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene

Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11