Art is Trade  

Date: Sunday 6 September 2026, 12 noon to 5pm

Venue: Banana Block, Portview Trade Centre

Category: Bank of Ideas, Community, Free

This is a networking and community event to support connection, conversation, and visibility for local makers.

The event will bring together:

• handmade work from across Belfast
• custom bikes and cars
• ceramics, woodwork, metalwork
• upcycling, repairs, and everyday creativity from sheds, garages, and kitchens
• drawing, painting, photography, tattoo flash, and
• stories, conversations, and practical making.

This free event is open to the public. It isn't a selling fair. Bring your creative work, talk to visitors and connect with other makers. You can promote workshops, classes, commissions, or future opportunities.

This event is funded by the Belfast Bank of Ideas. EastSide Arts is the supporting arts organisation.