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What's On

Our fortnightly round up of What's On in the arts in Northern Ireland, supported by Arts Council Exchequer and National Lottery funds

Partnerships, What's On

Celebrating Children’s Literature with Children’s Writing Fellows for NI

2nd April, 2026

Childrens Lit Con Mar 26 resized

What's On

This International Women’s Week the Arts Council of NI is shining a light on some of the many talented women working in the arts

6th March, 2026

Four female headshots with a pink background.

Artists, What's On

Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde visits schools and libraries across NI before delivering her final lecture tomorrow night in Belfast

26th February, 2026

a group of adults and children sitting on the steps of a building, looking at the camera and smiling

Organisations, What's On

World-class theatre company from NI reaches young disabled audiences in Sweden

25th February, 2026

Replay Theatre

What's On

Enjoy a free family day out in Belfast as part of the largest children’s festival in the UK and Ireland

23rd February, 2026

A group of children watching in excitement as a man dressed in a cow costume plays the Ukulele

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What's On

Free tickets and tours available during National Lottery Open Week 7-15 March

20th February, 2026

Artists, Organisations, What's On

Award-winning NI drama takes to the international stage in Brussels on 18 February

12th February, 2026

A man and a woman cheering with their arms in the air

General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships, What's On

FREE one-day Digital and Immersive Arts Showcase at The Nerve Centre

27th January, 2026

Artist Deepa Mann-Kler pictured in her studio with colourful artworks in the background.

What's On

Have yourself a merry little Christmas with festive arts events across NI!

2nd December, 2025

A cartoon of a young boy and a snowman flying over a snowy landscape.