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One of the most significant dates in ancient Ireland was the Festival Of Bealtaine. Bealtaine means “Bright Fire”, thus celebrated as the Fire Festival with bonfires to honour the sun. Occurring at the beginning of May, the cross quarter day marking the midway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice.
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‘The Walk’, a world-renowned creative project featuring Little Amal, a giant puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, will arrive in Belfast from 16-19 May - the latest event to be confirmed as part of Belfast City Council’s Belfast 2024 programme.
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Belfast is buzzing after the brilliant launch of #Belfast2024!
A massive thank you to everyone who came along, explored and joined in the fun – your energy, enthusiasm and excitement made it an unforgettable day!
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Free tickets are now available for a series of free family events in Belfast from 16-19 May to welcome world-renowned creative project ‘Little Amal’ – a signature event in Belfast City Council's Belfast 2024 programme.
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Belfast Film Festival is delighted to be initiating a new film project in the city. ‘The Hearth’ project will co-create a film made by the people of Belfast for the people of Belfast. The project will capture hundreds of stores and create a self portrait of our city during the coming year.
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