festivals and fairs around belfast city

This is a family event which begins with a concert in Jordanstown Park and culminating in a family fun day on the Saturday. Attractions include charity stalls, circus performers, classic car display and puppet shows....

This is the 21st year of this festival and it promises to be one to remember. There are loads of big music concert acts and over the years has featured some of those that have appeared at Glastonbury. With plenty of local events, exhibitions, walks, tours and not forgetting the Carnival Parade; there is something for everyone at this West Belfast event....

This is the celebration of alternate lifestyles and respect for diversity, history and the culture of Belfast’s Gay and Lesbian community. With plenty of events open to everyone, there will be walks, river cruises, talks, photographic exhibitions and of course the Pride Parade with its riot of colours and sounds....

Open House Festival brings the best of traditional, roots and acoustic music and arts to the heart of Belfast, with a quality programme of events based in the city's Cathedral Quarter....

This two day event combines the large flower market with a great food and drink event. With much merriment and plenty of food and drink, there will be a host of entertainment included in the Garden show. There will also be awards handed out to best fruit and vegetable in show....

This may be the last Belfast Festival so you should make a special effort to attend, you will not be disappointed. This event caters for anyone interested in nearly every form of entertainment, such as dance, theatre, exhibitions, comedy, film and many forms of music such as jazz, blues, folk and roots....

These late nights in the Botanic Gardens are an enchanting affair with special illumination adding to the magical atmosphere as some mystical figures appear above the spectators. These enthralling displays are open to everyone and throughout the years over 12,000 people typically turn over the four day event....

This is the premiere Halloween celebration in Northern Ireland. This ancient Irish festival has enjoyed a resurgence over the last few decades and the Odyssey Arena has been doing its part. The fireworks display is the highlight of the whole festival and there are plenty of other entertainments for all the family to enjoy....

This has become a big annual event as it begins the countdown to Christmas. The day of this event will have plenty of music and entertainment, craic for all the family. There will also be a surprise special celebrity guest on hand to throw the switch that will get everyone in the mood for the Christmas season....