Hanna Tams (Palestine), Huartan + support
A concert of artists representing international family roots and featuring a curated music dance collaboration between Palestinian dance, Hanna Tams and artists from the tradtronica collective Huartan. The concert will be followed by a Q&A discussion.
Factory Sessions x VERA, Charlie Hanlon & The Davids
The Factory Sessions are back - and this time, we're bringing, not one, not two but three brilliant artist to one of Belfast's most unique spaces.
The Budvar Music Trail: Cora Harkin
Cora Harkin, is a dynamic singer-songwriter from Derry. Specializing in indie pop, Cora's impactful year includes headlining at Derry's Nerve Centre and releasing four resonant and spirited singles. Her live performances, have become synonymous with energy and authenticity, drawing fans locally and beyond.
The Budvar Music Trail: Conor Mallon & Dara Dubh
Conor Mallon from Keady, Co. Armagh started his musical career with the Armagh Pipers Club where he attended Uilleann Pipe lessons.
Dara Dubh is an Irish indie–folk–rock artist whose songs sit somewhere between heartfelt confession and a good kick up the road.
McKowski Café
McKowski Café at The Harrison presents Ed Cosens. Singer-songwriter and former guitarist and songwriter with Reverend and the Makers. A key figure in Sheffield’s 00s music scene, he has also worked with artists including Damon Albarn, Richard Hawley, Beth Nielsen Chapman and the Wandering Hearts. With two albums released and a third in progress, Ed is a multi-platinum and gold-selling songwriter and artist whose career spans two decades.
Volume Control presents: Clash of the New Breeds 2026
Volume Control's annual battle of the bands competition. Live Final with 5 of the freshest new musical acts to hit in the scene in Belfast and beyond. They will battle it out in front of an audience of their peers and industry judges in order to win some brilliant prizes and opportunities for their future. Details to be announced soon.
Sold Out: Tinteán
Imagine it’s 3am, you're sittin on the floor of a house party, with your mates, with a few cans and a class singer or musician performs to everyone. In these intimate moments of music, connection, community and craic there is something magical. I wanted to recreate this atmosphere in my home - a space where the incredible artists around me could be fully appreciated, by myself and others.
Don't Sleep curated by Shine and BBC Introducing
BBC Introducing and Shine announce a new music showcase on Friday 13th November at Ulster Sports Club, hosted by BBC Introducing’s Taylor Johnson.
Alana Henderson: Fine Album Launch
Join alt-folk musician Alana Henderson to celebrate the long-awaited release of Fine - her independently made, co-produced debut album.
Wine & Vinyl with David Lyttle
Join MOBO-nominated drummer and producer David Lyttle at The Harrison Chambers of Distinction for an evening of fine wine and spinning vinyl, as he digs into his record collection for a curated jazz and soul listening session. Expect rare pressings, good stories and the perfect pairing of glass and groove.
SOLD OUT Tom Gee EP Launch: Doubting Thomas
Belfast-based songwriter Tom Gee launches his long-awaited new EP, Doubting Thomas, with a special full-band performance as part of this year's Sound of Belfast festival.
20th Anniversary Tour Songs From The Deep Forest with Duke Special
Announcing the 20th Anniversary Belfast show, celebrating one of Ireland’s most unique and timeless records, Songs From The Deep Forest.
Hard Rain Ensemble presents: Death of Naturalist
Hard Rain with special guests Malachy Frame and Sarah Richmond.
The Budvar Music Trail: Mark Hegan plus Support
Since picking up the guitar at age twelve, Mark’s achievements have been numerous; from sold out shows and tours across Ireland and the U.K., to NI Music Prize nominations and airtime on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2 and RTE Radio 1.
The New Wave: Gráinne Meyer & Atóg
Atóg is a live collaborative performance that explores the traditional Irish session; not simply how it sounds, but what it feels like to be part of one.
Dani Larkin
Acclaimed songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Dani Larkin has announced a NEW Belfast show at Crescent Arts on Sunday 15 November.
Tia Bow Album Launch: The Blackberry Path with support from Clare Galway
Tia Bow launches her debut album Blackberry Path, a multidisciplinary live work combining songwriting, spoken word and video design, with a sound described by Hot Press as “bridging folk, rock and electronica.”
McKowski DJ Night
McKowski DJ Night and Music Awards. The wind down begins at 10pm, keep the night going with McKowski on the decks until late. Open to The Harrison residents and friends.
Northern Ireland Music Prize
The NI Music Prize returns to the Ulster Hall on the 11 November 2026 for one of the biggest nights in Northern Ireland’s music calendar.
Celebrating the very best of our homegrown music, the NI Music Prize brings together artists, musicians and the wider music community for a special evening of live performances and awards, shining a spotlight on the remarkable music being made in and from Northern Ireland.
The Budvar Music Trail : Blackmoon & Gig buddies belfast presents Transient Visitors and Blackmoon Resident DJs
Black Moon have teamed up with Gig Buddies Belfast to co-host Transient Visitors (London) for their Belfast debut gig.
Scratch My Progress Vol 14 Presents: Pinsleep, Lord Jane, The Thing Is... & GUSH
Join us on Tuesday 10th November as we celebrate the new wave of homegrown talent at our annual Scratch My Progress Showcase. This special night marks the culmination of our 9-month talent development programme supported by PRS Foundation and IMRO, where emerging artists have spent time honing their craft with dedicated mentors, weekly sessions, industry advice, studio time, photoshoots, and creative guidance.
Offbeat Live: Songwriting Showcase
Join us for Offbeat Live, a special showcase celebrating the incredible songwriting talent brought together through Offbeat Songcamp, developed as part of Output 2026.
The Budvar Music Trail presents: Ode to Misinformation: Rarewitch Live hosted by Stephen McCauley
Join us for a celebration of disruption through art and music with Rarewitch aka Patrick Maguire. Rarewitch is a visual artist, animator and musician based in Belfast known for his prolific and subversive online animated shorts and outsider folk music. His live performances entail a chaotic fusion of frenetic banjo playing, surrealist humour and anarchic social commentary.
Youth Open Mic
A safe and welcoming place for young people to showcase their musical talent.
The Budvar Music Trail: With A Fada presents New Éire
With A Fada is bringing New Éire back to Belfast
As part of Sound of Belfast 2026, join us at the Oh Yeah Centre for a night celebrating the new wave of Irish music.
Featuring Alice Sloan, House of Neptune, Bulbs and Penny’s, the lineup brings together some of the most exciting emerging artists from across Ireland for a night of original music, live energy and community.
The Old Town: Album Launch
The Old Town Music Project brings an extraordinary collection of artists together at St Joseph’s Church, Sailortown for the launch of The Old Town Project Album as part of Sound of Belfast.
The Budvar Music Trail: TESSIO & Piaras O'Lorcain
Recently nominated for Best Live Act at the 2025 NI Music Prize, ‘tessio’ are a singer-songwriter duo from Derry, - Callum Feeney and Jude McCandless. They play acoustic guitars, sing close harmonies, write, record and produce their own songs.
Classic Album Night: Snow Patrol – Eyes Open (20th Anniversary)
Twenty years on from the release of Eyes Open, Snow Patrol's biggest-selling album, Oh Yeah Music Centre celebrates a record that helped take Northern Irish music to the world with a special Classic Album Night as part of Sound of Belfast 2026.
Album Launch: Vein of Folly 2 - @what cost?
Vein of Folly 2 is Miyagee and Eulogy Beats’ exploration of the evolution of UK hip hop — a project built from a lifetime of listening, absorbing and eventually contributing to the culture.
Blue Pool x NuMuze presents: Casual Riots & Schtick
Promoter Spotlight - Blue Pool x Nu Muze present Casual Riots final gig with support from SCHTICK. After years of packed rooms, chaotic live shows and making their mark on Belfast’s music scene, Casual Riots are calling time on Casual Riots.
HandMade Music
Handmade Music is a brand-new experimental music night specially curated to feature an amazing mix of well-known artists, lesser-known artists, and surprise guests! All performing music from the edges of their craft.
Alter Your Native Land Sounds of the Exhibition Party: Brian Young, Tramp, Éabha, DJ Terri Hooley & Stuart bAILIE + Surprise Guests
To celebrate the launch of Alter Your Native Land, we have invited some of the artists featured in the exhibition to perform. Brian Young, Tramp, Éabha, DJ Terri Hooley & Stuart Bailie + surprise guests.
Gig In A Gaff presents: Anna’s Number, Klyda, Wee Dog
Gig in a Gaff are launching its first free public event.
It will take place in the Harland and Wolff Staff Club on Thursday 5th November from 6-8:30pm. There will be 3 bands performing on the night, just like our usual order of things.