Belfast hosted the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the world’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture, for the first time in 2026. We welcomed 1.65 million people into the city between Sunday 2 August to Sunday 9 August 2026, more than doubling the estimated 800,000 visitors.
Qualifying competitors from all over the world showcased the very best of traditional music, song, dance and language in All-Ireland competitions.
We delivered the event in partnership with organisers, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, and their local branch Ards CCÉ, as well as a range of city partners and other authorities.
The Fleadh will return to Belfast on 1 to 8 August 2027.
Watch our video to see the action from Fleadh Belfast on Sunday 2 August. It plays for one minute six seconds.
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