The best things happening in Belfast, handpicked for you every Monday and Friday.

👋 Good morning, Belfast!

Welcome to the very first edition of Belfast Brief.

Every Monday we'll help you discover the very best things happening across Belfast for the week ahead.

Every Friday we'll help you plan an unforgettable weekend.

Our goal is simple...

Save you time. Help you discover more. Never miss the best of Belfast.

The five biggest things worth knowing this week.

Traditional music is taking over venues across Belfast this week with concerts, workshops and performances throughout the city.

Why go?

One of the city's biggest cultural festivals and a brilliant way to experience Belfast's music scene.

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Comedy.

Music.

Talks.

Exhibitions.

Family events.

One of East Belfast's best festivals returns.

Hundreds of events continue across West Belfast including music, community celebrations and entertainment.

Expect family events, outdoor fitness classes and free entertainment across Belfast's parks.

Perfect if the weather stays kind.

The city is already beginning to buzz ahead of Fleadh Cheoil arriving next week.

Our favourite pick...

⭐ Belfast TradFest

An easy recommendation whether you're already a trad fan or completely new to it.

Instead of another chain...

Try somewhere independent this week.

☕ Coffee

🍕 Pizza

🍺 Local pub

Support local businesses whenever you can.

Need to entertain the kids?

This week's favourites:

• Outdoor cinema

• Summer park events

• Belfast Zoo

• W5 Discovery Centre

This week's Belfast walk...

Lagan Towpath → Titanic Quarter

One of the city's best free afternoons.

Grab a coffee along the way.

Even if you've lived here for years...

Spend an afternoon wandering the side streets.

Street art.

Independent cafés.

Hidden courtyards.

You'll always discover something new.

Don't miss these over the next few weeks:

✔ Fleadh Cheoil

✔ August Craft Month

✔ More summer festivals

✔ Outdoor events

We'll keep you updated every Monday and Friday.

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Thanks for spending a few minutes with us.

We'll xbe back on Friday with:

🍻 Weekend plans

🎶 Live music

🍔 Food & drink

🎭 Events

☀ Hidden gems

Have a fantastic week!

David
Founder, Belfast Brief