Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann comes to Belfast for the first time in 2026

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

Tap into the energy of this vibrant city as the world-famous festival lands on the banks of the Lagan for the very first time.

Discover pub sessions, street performances and stage shows in Ireland’s only UNESCO City of Music.

Whether you’re a devoted follower of trad or a wide-eyed first timer, wander through waves of music and movement, culture and craic. Alongside prestigious All-Ireland competitions with performers from every corner of the world, marvel at contemporary collaborations as you sample the very best of local food and drink.

The organising body for the Fleadh is Comhaltas – an international cultural movement committed to the promotion of Irish music, song, dance and language throughout Ireland and across the world. Belfast City Council will host the 2026 Fleadh in partnership with Ards CCÉ (Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann).

Music is in the DNA of Belfast. It’s rich musical heritage and vibrant music scene is celebrated through its status as a UNESCO City of Music – the only city on the island of Ireland to receive the accolade.

For more information about the Belfast Fleadh, visit https://fleadhcheoil.ie/

For more information about the host, visit https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/

For more information about the organising body Comhaltas, visit https://comhaltas.ie/

For more information about Ards CCE, visit https://ardscce.co.uk/