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Northern Ireland is listed as the least ‘dry’ country in the UK with only 10k consumers seeking no/low alcohol drinks, according to research from Dry Drinker. Would you like to hear an alternative history of Belfast through booze? Sit back, sip and get swept away. There are six delicious chapters and drinks, served with spirit by storytellers.
Sitting by the fire in the elegant parlour of one of the most historic buildings in Belfast, participants sip their way through the stories that together make Belfast a city to be admired. At the beginning of each chapter, you can sample a range of carefully prepared serves involving beer and a range of other Irish spirits. Then watch and listen as an animated world unfolds on the walls around you at The Spirit Circle, High Street.
Runs every Friday and Sunday until May 31. Elephant Rock Hotel, which was named Ulster’s Romantic Hotel of the Year at the Irish Hotel Awards in 2024, has created tantalising ways for couples to enjoy some romance on February 27. Two award-winning mixologists – one of them Jack Weir – will treat guests to incredible cocktails inspired by the flavours of Japan.
For more information or to book visit . Six Dance Collective presents the world premiere of a journey of reflection and resilience in at The Lyric, with the last show on February 22 at 8pm. When a lone space traveller finds himself cast away from Earth, he hurtles through a void of memories, regrets and nostalgia.
In a highly physical and demanding performance, dancer Dominic Harrison (Ballet Ireland, Northern Ballet, Scottish Ballet, English National Ballet) performs new choreography by Ruaidhrí Maguire. With an all-local creative team, the immersive performance is brought to life by space-age visuals by artist Conan McIvor and live music by composer Amelia Clarkson. February 14 may be over, but we put so much emphasis on romantic love that we often forget about the importance of platonic love in our lives, and yet our friendships can be the greatest love stories.
So let’s celebrate friendship – the friends who are there for you no matter what, through thick and thin and there to support you through all of your romantic relationship’s highs and lows. Available until February 28, gather your besties for a fun-filled Galentine’s Afternoon Tea at the endlessly chic Parisien. For £39.
95 per person, enjoy a delightful selection of treats paired with a glass of sparkling wine or cocktail special. Indulge in a delightful array of sweet and savoury treats - from smoked salmon and chive cream cheese tarts to confit duck leg, and lavender and blueberry friand to freshly baked fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam. To find out more and to book, visit Comedian Chelsea Handler has announced her stand-up tour is coming to the Waterfront Hall on May 14.
Chelsea has penned six New York Times best-selling books, five of which have reached #1, including 2019’s . Her upcoming seventh book, a new memoir-in-essays titled , will publish February 25, 2025. “I have never been more enthusiastic about finding love abroad,” said Chelsea.
and ticketmaster.ie Belfast TradFest is delighted to partner with Belfast City Council to programme and deliver St. Patrick’s Music Festival from March 14-17 as part the UNESCO City of Music’s St.
Patrick’s Day celebrations. Performances include singer Cara Dillon bringing her acclaimed Coming Home’ show to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall on March 17, alongside special guests Piaras Ó Lorcáin and Jack Warnock, two rising stars who will showcase the best of the new wave of Ulster traditional song. There’s also a variety of music and dance workshops and taster sessions will take place across the programme, featuring tutors of the calibre of Neil Martin, Michael McGoldrick, John Doyle, John McCusker, Mary McGuiggan, Ronán Eastwood and more.
Singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan has released his new single, ahead of embarking on a UK and Ireland tour this April. This will be followed by dates in Australia and Europe in May, bringing his electrifying live performances to fans across the region. Ryan’s live shows are renowned for their intimacy and raw emotional power, with each performance offering a glimpse into the depth and sincerity that define his music.
Fans can expect a mix of new material, including alongside beloved favourites. He will perform at the Millennium Forum on April 18 and The Telegraph Building on April 22. Emma Brennan is an interdisciplinary artist who works predominantly in performative practices to include multi-media installation, moving image and collaborative processes.
She will be performing on April 12 in Ulster Museum in reaction the Beuys exhibition. Brennan has worked extensively with Turner Prize winning collective, Array Studios, as part of their winning exhibition The Druthaibs Ball and its coinciding programme of events. Recommended 16+ and no booking is required.
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