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07/08/2026

BBC Sport NI has secured a new three-year broadcast agreement with the Irish FA and the Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL), ensuring extensive free-to-air coverage of international and domestic football across BBC iPlayer, online, radio and TV.

07/08/2026

Over one million passenger journeys across network over the first 5 days - an additional 275,000 passenger journeys compared with the equivalent period last year

As Belfast prepares for the final weekend of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, Translink would like to thank customers for their patience and support so far and has put a major transport plan in place to help meet continued high demand and connect people safely to and from the event. Over the first 5 ...

07/08/2026

Tourism NI hosted an event in Belfast to profile the region's tourism offering as Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place in the city.

Tourism Northern Ireland Hosts Fleadh Celebration Event in Belfast Tourism NI hosted an event in Belfast to profile the region’s tourism offering as Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place in the city.  The Tourism NI Fleadh Brunch, which took place at The Bullitt Hotel, was attended by Eco...

06/08/2026

☘️ Warrenpoint CCÉ on the main stage at Belfast City Hall during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026.

So much young talent on display, with the next generation of traditional musicians showing exactly why the future of Irish music is in such safe hands. 👏🎻

Have you been to the Fleadh yet?

06/08/2026

As music fills the streets of Belfast during the Fleadh, the focus on Belfast Lough is turning to sails, strategy and world-class competition, with one of the most anticipated GP14 World Championships in recent years about to get underway.

While tens of thousands continue to enjoy the atmosphere of the Fleadh in Belfast, another major international event is about to make waves in Northern Ireland as over 200 sailors from across the world arrive in for the 2026 GP14 World Championships. Hosted by the Royal North of Ireland Yacht C...

05/08/2026

THE BEAT GOES ON AT ELEPHANT ROCK

THE BEAT GOES ON AT ELEPHANT ROCK Portrush hotel keeps the Fleadh spirit alive with an evening of traditional Irish music…...

THE BEAT GOES ON AT ELEPHANT ROCK Portrush hotel keeps the Fleadh spirit alive with an evening of traditional Irish music The spirit of the Fleadh will continue on the North Coast as Elephant Rock Boutique Hotel hosts a special evening of traditional Irish music and song on Monday, 10 August. Beginn...

01/08/2026

The wait is almost over… Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 begins tomorrow, and Belfast is ready. 🎻☘️

If you’re arriving in the city this weekend, fáilte go Béal Feirste – welcome to Ireland’s only UNESCO City of Music, where the streets are about to come alive with traditional music, dancing and one unforgettable atmosphere.

Fleadh Belfast 2026 by the numbers:

🎶 800,000+ visitors expected across the eight-day festival
🎶 2 million+ people expected to visit Belfast this summer
🎶 5,000 competitors from 22 countries
🎶 180 competition categories
🎶 200+ competitions, concerts, workshops and tuition classes
🎶 90+ fringe events across local neighbourhoods
🎶 1 Gig Rig main stage at Belfast City Hall with space for 5,000 people
🎶 2 official campsites – Titanic Quarter & Ormeau Park
🎶 3 Park & Ride sites to make getting around easier
🎶 1,300 volunteers helping bring the festival to life
🎶 50+ cleansing staff working around the clock, alongside 240 extra waste and recycling bins
🎶 Celebrating 75 years of Comhaltas and 50 years of Ards CCÉ

Whether you’re here to compete, perform, dance, explore or simply soak up the atmosphere, you’re in for something special.

Who’s travelling to Belfast for the Fleadh? Let us know where you’re visiting from in the comments below! 👇💚

28/07/2026

🎻 Tyrone’s Blackwater Céilí Band to take centre stage at Belfast’s historic Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 ☘️

County Tyrone will be proudly represented on one of the biggest stages in Irish traditional music as the acclaimed Blackwater Céilí Band performs at three of the Fleadh’s flagship events during the festival’s historic first visit to Belfast.

🏛️ Opening Ceremony at Belfast City Hall’s Gig Rig
💃 Set Dancing Céilí at the Europa Hotel
📺 BBC One NI & TG4’s Fleadh Folk television special

Formed in 2015 and crowned Senior All-Ireland Céilí Band Champions in 2018, the Blackwater Céilí Band has become one of Ireland’s leading traditional music ensembles, proudly representing Tyrone and Ulster across Ireland, the UK and Europe.

One of the standout moments will see the band join forces with Highland pipers led by Andy McGregor, alongside Irish and Highland dancers, in a special cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the shared traditions of music and dance.

With Belfast preparing to welcome the world’s largest celebration of Irish traditional music, the Blackwater Céilí Band’s involvement is a proud milestone for both the group and Ulster’s rich musical heritage.

Will you be heading to the Fleadh? 🎶

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27/07/2026

Families will be able to enjoy Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann with a full week of low-cost and free concerts, workshops, sessions and exhibitions at 2 Royal Avenue, with some late family friendly events until 11pm. Running from Sunday 2nd to Sunday 9th August, the venue’s Fleadh Fringe programme has been curated by MayWe Events on behalf of Belfast City Council and Ards Comhaltasfor all generations.

Panic :Over, Alana Henderson, Paddy Nash, Polar Bolero, Dark Tropics and more join a full programme of ‘low cost or no cost’ workshops and family events Families will be able to enjoy Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann with a full week of low-cost and free concerts, workshops, sessions and exhibitions...