EastSide Arts Festival Belfast 2026

What to Expect

EastSide Arts Festival is a 10-day summer arts festival based in east Belfast, running from 24 July to 2 August 2026. The programme spans music, comedy, theatre, visual arts, talks, tours, and family events across multiple venues in the Eastside area. The festival celebrates the culture and community of east Belfast and draws audiences from across the city and beyond.

A mix of ticketed shows and free outdoor events runs across the festival, making it accessible for all ages and budgets.

Good to Know

• Dates: 24 July to 2 August 2026 (10 days)

• Venues: multiple locations across east Belfast

• Programme: mix of free and ticketed events

• Full schedule released closer to the festival - check eastsidearts.net

Getting There

East Belfast is accessible from the city centre by bus along the Newtownards Road and surrounding routes. Many festival venues are within walking distance of each other in the Eastside area.