What's On in Belfast This Weekend: Events & Things To Do ( April 16-22, 2026)
Looking for the best events in Belfast this weekend? You’re in the right place.
Every Thursday, Belfast Insider curates the top things to do across the city from live music and comedy nights to markets, food spots, and under-the-radar events most people miss.
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This is the last week of March 2026 and we bring you the best events in Belfast leading up to the 1st of April. This particular curation has a wide range. From Family-friendly events to Comedy, Jazz nights and even a rooftop abseil.
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Pick one event from the list and make plans to attend and have a good craic. Feel free to send pictures.
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Enjoy.
Got an event happening in Belfast? Submit it at least one week before Thursday publication and we'll consider it for the guide.
What’s On In Belfast
The May Bank Holiday weekend is here, and Belfast is ready.
From city-wide festivals to late-night events, something is happening in almost every corner. Whether you’re planning ahead or just seeing where the weekend takes you, here are a few worth knowing.
Featured Events
Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival (CQAF)
April 29 to May 10
Over 100 acts across music, comedy, literature, and theatre.
🌐 cqaf.com
Festival of Fools
May 2 to May 4
Street performers, acrobats, and comedy across the city.
Here are more events happening over the weekend up until next week:
Friday, May 1
Saturday, May 2
Sunday, May 3
Monday, May 4
Tuesday, May 5
Wednesday, May 6
What’s one event you’re actually planning to go for?
Why Trust Belfast Insider's Events Guide?
Belfast has no shortage of events. The challenge is finding the ones actually worth your time.
Belfast Insider is a weekly newsletter read by locals who want the best of the city, not just the obvious listings. Every Thursday we go through what's happening across major event venues in Belfast and pull out the standout events from major venues like the Waterfront Hall, Ulster Hall, The MAC, The O2 Belfast (formerly SSE Arena), to smaller spots like the Black Box, Grand Opera House, and Belfast Empire. We also cover community events, activities at St Georges market, and one-off experiences happening across every neighbourhood.
This page is updated every Thursday morning. If you're reading mid-week, the listings are current. If you're reading later, check back Thursday for the next weekend's guide.
Running an event in Belfast? We curate this guide every Thursday and need submissions at least one week in advance. Drop your details below and we'll consider it for an upcoming edition.
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