Croí na Cathrach – Heart of the City

Date: Saturday 1 August 2026, 7.30pm

Venue: Ulster Hall

Category: Fleadh Belfast, Free, Music

Tickets for this event have sold out. This special evening of music, song and words will take place on the eve of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.

The event will reflect Belfast’s rich and diverse heritage, with a selection of pieces telling the city’s musical stories. Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Róis-Máire Donnelly, will host the event.

Curated by composer Neil Martin and presented by broadcaster Lynette Fay, the evening's line-up includes:

• readings from Oscar-nominated actors Stephen Rea and Ciarán Hinds
• performances by
  • Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band
  • 1st Old Boys' Brass Band
  • the Bothy Band
  • vocalist Roisin Chambers
  • harpist Séana Davey
• a special guest performance by Liam Ó Maonlaí lead vocalist in Hothouse Flowers.

Tickets for this event have sold out. For more information, go to Ulster Hall (link opens in new window).