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Belfast will host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the world’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture!

Posted By:
Belfast City Council

17th Nov 2025

Belfast will host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the world’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture, from Sunday 2 August to Sunday 9 August 2026.

Qualifying competitors from all over the world will showcase the very best of traditional music, song, dance and language in All-Ireland competitions.

Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann, organised by Comhaltas, promises to be a momentous event for our city.

Belfast is renowned for its international venues, visitor attractions and famous hospitality – not to mention the great craic! We are truly at our best when hosting visitors, and we’ll be welcoming over 700,000 people.

What to expect?

  • Street performances and pub sessions
  • Competitions and concerts
  • Pageants and recitals
  • Céilí bands and marching bands
  • Family fun and cultural fringe activities

Find out more at fleadhcheoil.ie