Latest Events in Belfast(August Updated)

Do not miss your new kizomba rendez-vous 🖤 Let's meet up with the kizomba family! 📣 Another Dublin treat! Kizomba class with Edyta and Kabelo ! Passionate instructors, they teach kizomba and semba from the roots at the Kizomba Dance Academy in Dublin. They help dancers, beginners and improvers, to build a strong foundation while encouraging creativity, connection, and confidence. Let's learn more and have fun dancing together ✨ 🕐 Kizomba class: 8pm to 9:30pm 🕐 Party: 9:30pm to 1am 💰 Class + party : £10 💰 Party only: £8 Pay at the door: Cash or Revolut 📌 Ballynafeigh Community Development Association: 283 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GG 🎼 Don't hesitate to send your song requests Please note there is no bar at the venue but water will be available Bring your drink 🍷 and come dancing 🔥 Information Source: Kazkizomba | eventbrite

IPHONE / SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY WITH MAL MCCANN Féile Arts Masterclass MEETING POINT: DIVIS MOUNTAIN CAR PARK Join Mal McCann the renowned award-winning Irish News Photographer for a photo-walk / workshop on improving your smartphone photography. Mal will guide you through all the tricks you need to improve your landscape smartphone photography. You will be amazed at the quality of your visual stories and editing techniques with the latest apps explained by Mal. Please wear appropriate clothing for the walk. Limited spaces available. 14 years and over. Part of Féile’s Youth Arts and Community Engagement Programme Arts Masterclasses GRIANGHRAFADÓIREACHT AR AN IPHONE/ AR AN GHUTHÁN CHLISTE LE MAL MCCANN Máistir-rang Ealaíon Féile ÁIT CHOINNE: CARRCHLÓS NA DUBHAISE Glac páirt i siúlóid agus i gceardlann ar ghrianghrafadóireacht le Mal McCann, Grianghrafadóir leis an Irish News a bhfuil ilduaiseanna buaite aige. Beidh Mal do do threorú leis na cleasa a bheidh de dhíth ort le feabhas a chur do ghriangrafadóireacht tírdhreacha ar do ghuthán cliste, a thaispeáint duit. Le treoir agus mínithe ó Mal faoi na haipeanna is déanaí, cuirfidh caighdeán d’amharcscéalta agus do theicnící eagarthóireachta iontas ort. Caith éadaí oiriúnacha don tsiúlóid le do thoil. Imeacht saor in aisce. Beidh spásanna teoranta ar fáil, 14 bliana d’aois nó níos sine. Mar chuid de Mháistir-ranganna Ealaíon Chláir Ealaíon Óige agus Rannpháirtíochta Pobail Féile an Phobail. Information Source: Féile an Phobail | eventbrite

Welcome to the Summer Tea(leaf) Party! Come join us for a delightful afternoon filled with spiritual vibes and good company at Barefoot Body & Soul . Get ready to sip on exquisite teas and read the leaves and indulge in spiritual chats while connecting with like-minded souls. Don't miss out on this special gathering happening on August 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM (Europe/London time). Mark your calendars and prepare for a magical experience that will nourish your body, mind, and spirit . We can't wait to share this magical experience with you! Information Source: Kerry Edgar | eventbrite

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Frock Around The Clock will be back at beautiful Belfast Castle on Sunday 10th August 2025 for The End of Summer Handmade Fair (With a Sprinkling of Vintage). Featuring 36 fabulous stalls of quality handmade and vintage loveliness. Expect to find cool collectables, on-trend homewares, beautiful jewellery, fashion accessories, preserves, art, candles, textiles, knitwear and crocheted goods, and much more! Everything you need to treat your home, your loved ones, and yourself Taking place at Belfast Castle on Sunday 10th August 2025 from 12-5pm. FREE ADMISSION Information Source: Frock Around The Clock Fairs | eventbrite

Techno Sparks! Get ready to ignite your inner tech genius at Techno Sparks Camp! Dive into the world of coding, film magic, robot mastery, engineering marvels, and beyond! For ages 11-14, W5 LIFE is your ultimate summer destination for hands-on fun! With five electrifying themes each week, every day is packed with thrilling activities to supercharge your digital skills, forge new friendships, and unleash your creativity! Don't miss out on the tech-tastic excitement—join us and let the sparks fly! You do not need to attend the entire week, tickets are available for single days of the camp! MineCoders: Dive into a world where creativity meets technology as we explore the endless possibilities of coding within Minecraft Education. Learn some coding tips and tricks to help bring your crafting to the next level. Teamwork takes center stage as campers collaborate to design and construct their ultimate Minecraft masterpieces. Join us for a day filled with innovation, teamwork, and endless fun. Let's ignite the spark of creativity and coding prowess in your child this summer! Bits and Blocks Get ready to unleash your imagination as you build intricate LEGO sculptures that defy gravity and challenge your engineering skills. Dive into the exciting world of coding with BBC micro:bits, where you'll learn to program your creations to interact with the world around you. Explore the wonders of coding in Spike Prime and bring your Lego creations to life! Join us for a day of hands-on learning and exploration! Movie Makers Ready to bring your ideas to life? Dive into the world of stop-motion animation, where you’ll design, direct, and produce your own mini-movie. Experiment with cool techniques, get hands-on with editing, and take home a masterpiece! RoboCoders Explore the world of robotics and coding this summer. Unleash your creativity with Sphero Bolts, Sphero RVRs, and more. From programming robots to navigate obstacle courses to creating interactive games and challenges, every moment is an opportunity to learn, explore, and innovate. With hands-on activities and guided lessons, campers will develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for STEM. Join us for a day packed with excitement, discovery, and endless possibilities. Game On! Jump into a world of endless fun and creativity as kids unleash their inner game designers, coders, and Esports champions! Join us as we embark on a thrilling adventure where imagination knows no bounds. From crafting your own unique board game from scratch to bringing digital dreams to life with MakeCode Arcade, every moment is a chance to let your creativity shine. Get your Game On this summer and be part of the ultimate gaming experience. Information Source: W5 LIFE, Belfast | eventbrite

This summer, Normal Cinema Club is bringing you a season of films that are thoroughly delirious, sweaty and sunbaked. Valerie and her Week of Wonders (1970) is perfect summer watching for those of us ready to embrace our whismi-goth era. With stunning surrealist set designs, fantasy-coded vampires, and a dash of lesbian redemption, this Czech horror ticks all the boxes of my recent hyperfixation on anything weird and medieval coded. As far as Slavic fairy-tales go, Valerie and her Week of Wonders plays with so many great fantasy themes (villainous ferret anybody?), and twists them to reveal the gothic underbelly that all good folktales share; evil exists, and it is entirely man-made. Underneath the sparkly surface there is a darkness that explores the systemic sexualisation of girls, as well as a questionable implied sibling romance, kept just vague enough that it dances the line of problematic. Let’s DIY our princess hats, make a new tiny animal friend (or foe), and watch something kind of f*cked up this summer. ------- COPY BY THE WICKEDLY TALENTED ISABELLA KOBAN OF GHOULS ON FILM The Beanbag Cinema is a micro-cinema venue situated on the ground floor with a gender-neutral restroom. Please get in touch with any questions about accessibility. Doors will open at 6.30, with the feature beginning shortly after 7pm. This is a strictly 18+ event. Normal Cinema Club is supported by FilmHubNI, and wishes to thank the Belfast Film Festival for their continued support, Ghouls on Film for their collaboration, and Rónán Duffy for his season artwork! Information Source: Normal Cinema Club | eventbrite

The Belfast Harborfest is an annual event held on the third weekend in August on the Belfast Waterfront, sponsored by the Belfast Rotary Club. Nearly 5,000 festival attendees also enjoy a pancake breakfast, 5K road race, rowing regatta, classic boat show, shipyard tours, harbor boat trips, music, food, family activities, and a barbeque dinner. Exhibitor will showcase Launch Party with multiple bands and lots of fun, 5K Bug Run, Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, National Boat Building Challenge, Classic Small Boat Show, Come Boating! Regatta, Movie & BBQ on Saturday Night Under the Big Tent, Cardboard Boat Challenge, Enjoy fun activities for the kids accompanied by local and regional group of music and delicious foods and drink. Information Source: Rotary Club of Belfast | expotobi

What you can expect on the big day.🌟 Walk from midday to midnight – go solo or share the challenge in a relay-style team.🎭 Themed Laps – Join in fun laps like Fancy Dress, Pyjama Walk, and Glow-in-the-Dark!🎶 Live Entertainment – Enjoy performances, music, and on-the-day activities.💜 Candlelit Tribute (11PM) – A powerful moment of remembrance for those we’ve lost.🍔 Food Stalls & Refreshments – Keep fuelled throughout the event.A Urban market- lots of vendors on the day for you to buy from! Information Source: Northern Ireland Hospice | eventbrite

Excellent written communication is an essential element of success. It is a yardstick by which internal and external stakeholders will judge you and your organisation. Effective communicators carefully plan, draft ad edit their message for maximum impact. If you have four or more participants in-house delivery may be more cost effective. Contact us for an in-house quote today. This course can also be delivered virtually. Planning is the key to success.  You will learn how to define objectives, sketch an outline and structure your information.  Plain English, essential grammar and proofreading techniques are also covered to ensure that you have the full range of skills to produce reports and business communications that are both professional and contemporary. By the end of the training you will be able to: Apply a structured approach to writing Create communications that are accurate, professional and easy to understand Reduce time and increase productivity Produce written reports and documents that are interesting and easy to follow Enhance reader engagement Is it For Me ? If you are responsible for writing reports or copy on behalf of your organisation and wish to improve the quality of your written communications then this course is for you. Information Source: AKU Training Ltd | eventbrite

This summer, Normal Cinema Club is bringing you a season of films that are thoroughly delirious, sweaty and sunbaked. Summer holidays are so nice, it's a shame they can't last forever. But what if they can! In deepest Florida, we find The Villages: the largest retirement community in the world. A dream world of bliss and indulgence, no one could possibly be miserable in a place like this! Prior to last year's one-two hit of REN FAIRE and SPERMWORLD, Lance Oppenheim made his feature debut with SOME KIND OF HEAVEN. This lusciously lensed doc takes us behind the pearly gates of the Villages and introduces us to some of its residents, and one interloper desperate to get in. Funny and bittersweet, this is a frank look at ageing and luxury, and the dangers of living the dream. Prior to the feature, we will screen a selection of shorts, including Oppenheim's THE HAPPIEST GUY IN THE WORLD. Doors will open at 7.30pm, with the first films beginning shortly after 8pm. There will be a short break before the feature. This is a strictly 18+ event. SHANKILL SCREEN ACCESS INFORMATION: Please note the screening space is on the 2nd floor and at this time unfortunately has no wheelchair access. Cyclists can store their bikes in the foyer in the main building. For drivers: The car park remains open all night. Park at ‘Northumberland Street Car Park’ behind Shankill Mission. Walk alleyway in front of leisure centre. Turn left on Shankill Road. Main entrance to the building is 20m on the left. Normal Cinema Club is supported by FilmHubNI, and wishes to thank The Shankill Screen for their collaboration, Lance Oppenheim for his blessings, and Rónán Duffy for his season artwork! Information Source: Normal Cinema Club | eventbrite

Energise Your Life Workshop Join us for an empowering day of inspiration and transformation on Saturday, 23rd August 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM at the scenic Belfast Castle. This in-person event is designed to revitalise your mind, body, and spirit in a stunning and serene setting. At this master workshop, we will focus on setting powerful intentions, building lasting habits, and strengthening emotional resilience. You'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals while engaging in energising practices that will leave you feeling more vibrant and uplifted every day. Key Takeaways: Learn how to maximise your energy and improve both physical and mental well-being. Develop a personalised action plan for lasting change. Enjoy a day of transformation and leave feeling ready to take on the world with renewed vitality. Receive a fabulous workbook to help you continue your journey beyond the workshop. I'm Elaine Curry , your host for this event. With a background in Psychology and NLP and 26 years of experience in Ageing Well & Health Improvement, my passion is to inspire and empower you to elevate your energy and live your best life. Along with expert speakers, I’ll be sharing practical tips and strategies to help you boost your energy levels and unlock a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle. The event will take place in the tranquil surroundings of Belfast Castle, with healthy refreshments and a nutritious lunch provided. (Please specify any dietary requirements during the registration process). Don’t miss this opportunity to recharge, rediscover your passions, and create lasting change. Reserve your spot now! Early bird discounts are available until 30th June 2025 at midnight . Exhibitor Opportunity: If you're in the wellness or health sector, there’s an exciting chance for 10 exhibitors to network with a room full of your ideal target audience. Please choose the exhibitor ticket type when checking out . If you have any questions email me info@elainecurrycoaching.com directly. Join us for a day of empowerment and leave feeling energised, inspired, and ready to thrive! Cara Quinn: Cara Quinn is a Confidence and Mindset Coach and the creator of Sparkle, a transformational card deck and framework, designed to spark self-belief, clarity, and empowered action. She works with individuals and organisations to help people break through self-doubt, embrace their strengths, and align with careers and lives that truly light them up. At Energise Your Life , Cara will share insights from her Sparkle Framework to help you reconnect with what energises you, realign with your values, and take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling career. Sparkle: Realign with What Lights You Up In this uplifting session, Cara will introduce her signature Sparkle Framework, a powerful guide for reconnecting with your values, building self-belief and realigning with the work and life that truly energise you. Whether you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity or ready for change, you’ll leave with fresh perspective and practical tools to help you move forward with purpose and confidence. Roisin Kelly: Roisin is a respected expert in Workplace inclusion and Emotional Resilience with a strong focus on helping individuals and organisations build positive, legally compliant workplace cultures with a focus on promoting harmonious, and positive relationships. With a background in law and extensive experience advising employers and individuals across Northern Ireland, Roisin brings deep insight into fostering inclusive workplace cultures. Roisin is passionate about supporting people through key life stages of life while also advocating for neurodiversity and equitable treatment across the workforce. In her session on Relationship Alignment, Roisin explores how the quality of our relationships both personal and professional impacts our energy, emotional wellbeing and overall sense of alignment. Her mission is to equip people with practical tools to navigate complex dynamics and create environments where everyone can thriv.e Geraldine McGrath: Geraldine is an Emotional Freedom Advocate and Conscious Leadership expert, guiding individuals and teams toward lasting emotional well-being and antifragility. A bestselling author, award-winning podcaster, and international TEDx speaker, she inspires global audiences with her powerful story and lived experiences. As the founder of Emotional Freedom Pathways, Geraldine will talk about her transformative workshops and programmes designed to unlock human potential, purpose-driven leadership and emotional freedom. Her unique ability to sense the energy of people and environments enables her to tailor her approach, ensuring profound and lasting impact. Through her books, motivational talks, and interactive programmes, she empowers others to break free from limitations and become unstoppable versions of themselves. Geraldine’s mission is to create a worldwide ripple effect, helping individuals, workplaces, and communities thrive through conscious leadership, emotional resilience and intentional living. John Hughes: John is a dynamic Health Improvement speaker passionate about helping others unlock peak physical energy and vitality. John will present Maximise Your Physical Energy, sharing wellness tips, lifestyle strategies and simple habits to supercharge your body and mind. With a focus on natural solutions, he will dive into the power of proper hydration to supports long-term energy and health. He will also introduce Emguard, a device to help protect your personal energy space, and offer practical, everyday wellness secrets that anyone can use to feel more vibrant and alive. Known for his energetic presence, John empowers people to take control of their health and live life with purpose and joy. Get ready to be inspired, educated and uplifted as John shares how to love life and keep your energy soaring. Jenn Cullen: Jenn is a GP, mum of three, and founder of the travel business Make Travel Happen . She firmly believes that embracing our passions is key to building a fulfilling and dynamic life - one that expands our skills, opens new possibilities, and creates a lifestyle truly aligned with our values. As a founding member of The Freedom Travel Co. , Jenn supports and mentors others to turn their love of travel into flexible, rewarding businesses that fit around their unique lives and priorities. Choose Your Journey: Creating Freedom Through Travel. Drawing on her experience balancing a demanding medical career, motherhood, and building a travel business, Jenn will inspire you to embrace new opportunities that align with your passions and values. Through her personal story, she’ll invite you to see travel not just as a getaway, but as a powerful pathway to designing and creating the lifestyle you genuinely desire and deserve. Information Source: Elaine Curry Coaching | eventbrite

Queen's University Belfast is delighted to host BSNM Annual Meeting 2025! With recent technology advances and worldwide impact in drug/vaccine delivery, nanomedicines are poised to underpin advanced therapeutics and diagnostic approaches aligned with precision medicines of the future. The British Society for Nanomedicine's mission is to drive innovation and collaboration, setting the agenda for future global healthcare impact. The annual meeting is designed to bring together industry, leading scientists, early career researchers and students to explore the latest research and build networks that will underpin future translation. Join us in Riddel Hall, Belfast for: 20+ presentation slots with emphasis on Early Career Researchers Industry and Academic taskforce meetings - shaping the future direction Workshops and Discussion groups KEYNOTES: Cutting edge industry and research guest speakers including: Professor Dame Ijeoma Uchegbu, University of Cambridge Dr Mike Mitchell, University of Pennsylvania Professor Marcelo Calderon, POLYMAT Spain Professor Ryan Donnelly, Queen’s University Belfast More exciting speakers to be confirmed! These are some of the key dates for your diary: 30th June - Abstract deadline. Submit your abstract here ! (Please open in a new tab/window) 11th July - Registration deadline. Information Source: British Society for Nanomedicine | eventbrite

Ana moves in the prophetic and healing gifts. She teaches on seeing in the Supernatural with Jesus in churches and arenas around the world. Ana is an inspiring author and speaker. Her transparency as she shares on the realities and experiences she has, always bring Holy Spirit and the power of God into the room when she speaks. Healing, signs and wonders follow her ministry. She writes, “My deepest desire by sharing about Heaven is for people to grow more in love with Jesus, step into freedom, and live life to its fullest for Him! He is worth all our love! Intimacy with Him brings healing, healing brings freedom, and freedom brings joy!” Information Source: Father's Love Ministry | eventbrite

Welcome to the Show Some Love Creators Market ! Join us at SHOW SOME LOVE - GREEN HOUSE . Get ready to discover unique handmade creations by talented local artists and makers. This event is the perfect opportunity to support small businesses and find one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones. Don't miss out on this exciting market! Information Source: Show some love Ltd | eventbrite

In the 18th century, Belfast merchants exported linen clothing, leather shoes and food to the slave plantations in North America and the Caribbean and many prospered from slave labour. From the 1780s, enlightened Belfast residents were activists for the elimination of the slave trade. The focus was firstly on abolition in the British Empire and then the Caribbean and the US. The ANTISLAVERY BELFAST TOUR reveals the story of Belfast’s involvement in this shameful transatlantic trade and the inspiring role of anti-slavery campaigners who ensured Belfast never profited from the trade in the same way as cities such as London, Liverpool, Glasgow or Bristol. It is brought to life by local historians and trained tour guides, Dr Tom Thorpe and Mark Doherty . Information Source: Anti Slavery Belfast | eventbrite

One of the most important skills in business is the ability to successfully manage and bring the best out of the people within the organisation.  This course introduces essential strategies for existing and newly-appointed managers, including managing their team, developing their leadership skills and enhancing team performance If you have four or more participants in-house delivery may be more cost effective. Contact us for an in-house quote today. This course can also be delivered virtually. What will I learn? You will develop management skills such as communication and setting team objectives and recognise the importance of knowing how to motivate individual team members. By having in place a performance management system this will identify the key actions required to ensure that employees are doing what is required to achieve success for the business. By the end of the training you will: Understand the manager’s role and leadership qualities Understand the importance of effective communication within an organisation Be aware of your own responsibilities in relation to the performance of your people Be able to set effective workplace goals and objectives Have greater confidence in giving feedback and dealing with difficult conversations Have a structure for managing poor performance effectively Is it for me? If you are responsible for managing other people then this course is for you.  Information Source: AKU Training Ltd | eventbrite

Since the publication of Maria Edgeworth’s Castle Rackrent in 1800, the familiar image of the Irish country house has been one of dishevelment and decay. However, in recent decades an alternative vision has come to the fore: one of rescue, restoration and renewal. Historic houses across Ireland are being rediscovered and brought back to life as family homes. Join author and architectural historian Robert O’Byrne for an exploration of some of these properties and the stories of their decline and recovery. Currently a doctoral student at Trinity College Dublin, Robert O’Byrne is a writer and lecturer specialising in the fine and decorative arts, and the author of more than a dozen books. A former Vice-President of the Irish Georgian Society, he is trustee of several charitable organisations including the Apollo Foundation. For fourteen years he wrote a monthly column for Apollo magazine, and he has also contributed to The Burlington Magazine and the Irish Arts Review . Since 2012 Robert has written an award-winning blog, www.theirishaesthete.com and last year he produced a collection of his own photographs: The Irish Aesthete: Buildings of Ireland, Lost and Found . His most recent book is The Irish Country House: A New Vision , published by Rizzoli. Tickets are available through Eventbrite and must be purchased before the event. Members: £12 Non-members: £15. Students: £6 Wine reception: 6.30–7pm. Lecture to start promptly at 7pm . The Old Museum Building, 7 College Square North, Belfast BT1 6AR Please note that due to the historic nature of the Old Museum Building, access is via a flight of stone steps. We regret that it is currently unsuitable for wheelchair users. Information Source: Ulster Architectural Heritage | eventbrite

Come and join us to sing one of the very finest works of the 18th century, Haydn’s Nelson Mass. Guided by the Ulster Consort’s conductor, Matthew Owens, and accompanied by Tristan Russcher, this singing day for adults is open to all, irrespective of experience or skill level. There will be singers from the Ulster Consort and the Ulster Consort Talent Development Programme ready to lend a hand, and an informal concert at the end of the day for family and friends. Cost: £30, which includes all tuition, music, tea/coffee, and cakes Lunch arrangements: there is a café on campus serving lunches, or attendees may choose to leave and come back, or to bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful grounds at Stranmillis. For further information please email hello@ulsterconsort.org Family and friends will be able to join us for the informal performance at 4.15pm and donations to the Ulster Consort Foundation will be gratefully received on the afternoon, at the door. Information Source: The Ulster Consort | eventbrite

Rory Gallagher Tribute night at the Black Box Belfast with Deuce Come join us for a night of rock and blues as we pay tribute to the legendary Rory Gallagher at The Black Box in Belfast. Deuce will be performing all of Rory's greatest hits, so get ready to rock out and celebrate the music of this iconic Irish musician. Date: Sat Sep 13 2025 Location: The Black Box, Belfast This is a live, in-person event that you won't want to miss. Grab your friends and come down to The Black Box for a night of unforgettable music and good vibes. See you there! Information Source: Deuce a Tribute to Rory Gallagher | eventbrite

Ladies, why not take some time for yourself and come away for a day at the acclaimed Long Gallery, Stormont. There will be morning coffee and lunch, and we're excited for you to hear from our wonderful guest speakers, Lindsay Robinson MBE and Caroline Bradley. Lindsay is passionate about good mental health and wellbeing for all. Caroline is NI representative for Care for the Family, a Christian organisation supporting families. This event is hosted by Methodist Women In Ireland (MWI) North Eastern District. Information Source: Audrey Burrows | eventbrite

Whether you are presenting to an individual or a group, it can strike fear into the most professional, experienced people and cause stress and anxiety. We all have to speak in public from time to time, but why is it that some people seem very comfortable on their feet while others could almost faint at the mere thought?  If you have four or more participants in-house delivery may be more cost effective. Contact us for an in-house quote today. This course can also be delivered virtually. This course is designed to develop the skills of individuals at all levels to present a tailored message with clarity, confidence and impact.  You will learn to use a toolbox of techniques that will polish your performance, bring your presentations to life and make them memorable and engaging.  The trainer will share strategies that will help you overcome nerves and perform exceptionally well on your feet.  During the course you will get the opportunity to practice in a safe environment with supportive coaching and feedback helping you to grow your confidence and skills in seven key areas:  Deliver effective presentations that influence and persuade others Stretch your capacity to deliver in different situations Present with style, flair and presence to make your presentations memorable Use support materials effectively to engage your audience Enliven your presentation to make an impact Utilise strategies to maintain confidence and handle nerves, especially when you’re feeling wrong-footed Deal with difficult participants and overcome challenging questions Is it For Me ? If you regularly deliver presentations and need to increase your impact with clients or staff then this is the course for you.  It’s not just for those who have to make presentations but for anyone who wants to improve how they get their message across and learn to be more confident on their feet. Information Source: AKU Training Ltd | eventbrite

TRAUMEDY: A Guide To Being A Fabulous Homeless Addict is Iain Anderson's powerful and poignant debut solo show, a true story charting a tumultuous journey from the vibrant Glasgow gay scene through the harsh realities of homelessness on the streets of Barcelona, a challenging stay in a psychiatric ward, and ultimately towards recovery. Told with Iain's unique blend of raw honesty and sharp wit, this tragic yet hilarious account delves into overcoming personal demons and discovering the true meaning of happiness. Following a successful and acclaimed tour across Europe, selling out venues along the way, Iain now brings his deeply personal and critically acclaimed show to Belfast. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the true story of resilience, told with unflinching honesty and surprising humour. Information Source: eventbrite

Fundraising Connections is a peer led, networking and information session for those fundraising within the arts and cultural sector to collaborate by sharing ideas, resources, fundraising tips, successes, losses, potential funders and more. We will also be able to share upcoming funding/grant opportunities, fundraising events, training and other resources on different aspects of fundraising. This event is open to anyone in the sector engaging in any area of fundraising (plus plenty of time for chatting and refreshments on the go!) A&B NI members can attend this event for free. Non-members are asked to pay £3+VAT to cover venue costs (that's a bargain for a few cups of tea/coffee and a wee sweet treat these days!) Accessibility We are committed to making our events inclusive and accessible to all. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments, please let us know when booking so we can accommodate your needs. If you’d like to speak to someone about accessibility before the event, please contact Holly h.foskett@artsandbusinessni.org.uk or ring us on 02890735150 On the day, our team will be available to assist you—just look for staff wearing pink lanyards. They’ll be happy to answer any questions or provide any additional support you may need. To find out more about the venue, how to get there and about the building please click here Environmental Statement A&BNI is committed to working with our Board, staff, suppliers, funders and audiences to ensure we consider the environmental impacts of our activities. We are members of Green Arts NI, a sustainability network of cultural and creative organisations. In June 2019 we made a Plastic Promise and pledged to stop further use of plastic bottles and cups and to specify use of reusable sustainable products at our events. We walk, use public transport or car-share as much as possible – and encourage our attendees to consider sustainable transport options where possible. Information Source: Arts & Business NI | eventbrite

The purpose of competency-based interviews is to find out how you have used specific skills in your previous experience and how you approach problems, tasks and challenges. The answer is then matched against pre-decided criteria and assessed accordingly. Preparation is key if you want to be able to answer all questions without having to think too much on the spot at the interview. You will develop an understanding of the type of competency-based interview questions you may be asked and learn how to identify and prepare structured examples for the skills and competencies that you may be required to demonstrate. This masterclass will benefit you if you wish to maximise your performance and sell yourself during a competency-based interview. By the end of the training you will be able to: Understand the competency framework and which skills and experience are being assessed Analyse the Job Description, Selection Criteria and Person Specification in relation to the role Review your experience to date and how it matches the post Identify and structure appropriate examples Present your evidence clearly, focusing on ‘I’ rather than ‘we’ Develop your personal credibility and professionalism Formulate appropriate questions Approach the interview with confidence Information Source: AKU Training Ltd | eventbrite

After a hugely successful inaugural conference in November 2024 we are back by popular demand for our second Entrepreneurs Unleashed Conference! Get ready to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit at Entrepreneurs Unleashed, an event for aspiring and established business leaders alike. Hosted by entrepreneur and speaker Tina Calder, this conference brings together a diverse panel of industry experts to share insights on a wide range of topics crucial for entrepreneurial success. From PR, marketing and branding to mindset, wellbeing, innovation and navigating the startup landscape Entrepreneurs Unleashed covers it all. Don't miss this unique opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, gain actionable insights, and be inspired by success stories from fellow entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, Entrepreneurs Unleashed is your gateway to unlocking new opportunities and achieving your business goals. Organised by multi-discliplinary media and marketing agency Excalibur Press and hosted by their founder and chief vision officer Tina Calder, this event has been designed to supercharge your entrepreneurial journey. SCHEDULE COMING SOON! Check out the website for updates >> entrepreneursunleashed.co.uk With thanks to our sponsors and partners MEET YOUR HOST - TINA CALDER Excalibur Press founder and chief vision officer began her career in journalism where she became an award winning showbiz and business reporter with nearly three decades of a career behind her. Throughout her journalistic career Tina was not only fascinated by the commercialisation of the media but was an editor and writer of columns and advertising supplements for a range of well known media including the Daily Mirror, Belfast Telegraph, Sunday Life, Sunday World, Sunday People, Sunday Mirror, News Letter, Derry Journal and many more. Tina has also been an editor for trade publications such as the Licensed & Catering News, Retail Grocer, Shopping Centre Ireland, Taste of Ulster and more recently Specify Magazine. During her 20 year journalism career Tina was also a publicist and PR specialist working predominantly with celebrities and the hospitality and tourism industry. In her career Tina has also been a broadcast commentator for BBC Radio Ulster, BBCNI, U105, UTV, RTE, Citybeat, Cool FM, Downtown Radio and many more...She is currently a co-owner and broadcaster for Belfast 247 radio station and has been a contributor to NVTV for over 20 years. In recent years after founding Excalibur Press, Tina has become an expert in sales conversion copywriting as well as a thought leadership, brand storytelling, content and marketing strategist, trainer and speaker. More recently Tina has specialised in supporting and training clients in using AI in their marketing and copywriting. Having created a unique marketing and communications framework and new techniques for Excalibur Press, Tina specialises in helping businesses communicate their message to their target audience in the right manner, on the right platform, at the right time. Using her experience and expertise Tina helps clients understand the importance of an effective publicity and communications management strategy that will maximise their profile, raise awareness and increase sales performance. Tina uses her own unique and creative approach to stimulate innovative thinking and idea creation which goes beyond the traditional corporate constraints while keeping a focus on strategic objectives. With clients spanning industries and sectors from hospitality & tourism, construction & engineering and health & beauty to third sector, public sector and business services, Tina prides herself in being able to apply her journalistic instincts, skills and research capabilities to deep dive into any industry. Tina is also mum to Logan, has ADHD and still insists on having a pen and paper everywhere she goes. ABOUT EXCALIBUR PRESS Excalibur Press is a dynamic multi-disciplinary communications agency specialising in communications strategy, planning and delivery. We operate a team of 6 staff and over 15 writers, marketers, publicists, communication professionals, business consultants, editors, photographers, designers and specialist content creators across the UK and Ireland. We work with brands, organisations and individuals to help them strategically plan and develop their content and communications messages aimed at the online and offline markets. Our team is led by journalist and publicist Tina Calder who has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment and the arts industry over her career in the UK, Ireland and Northern Ireland. Tina is a former business editor in both the b2c and b2b markets. ABOUT THE VENUE - CATHY SHORT THEATRE Situated just off York Street just 5 minutes away from the city centre and 3 minutes from Yorkgate Train Station, the Cathy Short Theatre is based in Jennymount Business Park in North Derby Street. The 200 capacity theatre is a hidden gem in the north of the city with plenty of parking and on the main York Road / Shore Road bus route. The photo below is a taste of the venue with approx 80-100 seats, however, the Entrepreneurs Unleashed event will be utilising additional seating and space on the day. Information Source: Excalibur Press & Entrepreneurs Unleashed | eventbrite

Small but mighty! The work that you do through your toddler group is vital. Though it might feel like your contribution is small, you not only provide a safe space for parents and their little ones to take time out and have fun, but also offer help, happiness and hope for all those who attend. It might sometimes seem like your toddler group is undervalued, or that you put in a whole lot of effort but don’t have all that much to show for it. You might see just a few families a week, and feel it’s not enough, or perhaps you reach many but wonder if it has any spiritual significance. The truth is that whatever the shape and size of your toddler group, when you sow into families you have a far-reaching impact on whole communities. God is doing so much beneath the surface that you might not see. Join us at this year’s Playtime Conference as we explore how God can do mighty things through that ‘small’ that we offer. It’s not just toddlers who are small but mighty – your group is too! Keynote speakers Mark Chester, Care for the Family Mark has been involved in running parent and toddler groups for over twenty years and is the founder of Who Let The Dads Out? , a network of groups specifically for dads and their children. He is the author of several books and regularly speaks to audiences throughout the UK and beyond. Rachel Turner, Parenting for Faith Rachel Turner is the discipleship pastor at Hope Church, Harrogate, and the founder of Parenting for Faith. She is the author of ten books for families, parents and church leaders including Parenting Children for a Life of Faith, Comfort in Uncertain Times, and It Takes a Church to Raise a Parent. She lectures on leadership and intergenerational church at theological colleges and consults and speaks internationally. A flavour of the day: A fantastic choice of workshops packed with fresh and creative ideas for your group A great line-up of guest speakers providing encouragement and insight Unique opportunities to network with other toddler group leaders from across the UK Time to worship, share and pray together Lunch and refreshments included An exhibition zone and shop filled with resources A chance to renew your vision and feel recharged to continue the incredible job you’re doing! Booking info Early bird ticket up to and including 13 June 2025 Packed lunch is included in the ticket price, you'll be given a wristband on Saturday at registration. Feel free to call us on 029 2081 0800 and the team would be glad to help you with your booking Please note we do not have facilities to accommodate babies and young children at this event Information Source: Care for the Family | eventbrite

Would you back a project that's being pitched by someone who was nervous, fumbling, and overly apologetic? How about being persuaded by someone who speaks clearly, who holds his or her head high, who answers questions assuredly, and who readily admits when he or she does not know something. Confident people inspire confidence in others, it's that simple! If you have four or more participants in-house delivery may be more cost effective. Contact us for an in-house quote today. This course can also be delivered virtually. The good news is that self-confidence really can be learned and built on. Whether you’re working on your own confidence or building the confidence of people around you, this workshop will navigate you through the process helping you understand the key to developing confidence.  The trainer will share a wide range of tips and techniques for a breakthrough, enabling you to be confident in any situation. By the end of the training you will: Understand impact of Comfort Zone on your confidence Explore what confidence is and understand how confidence shows itself in you and others. Measure and assess your level of confidence Reflect and discover when confidence shows up and when we lose it Understand the impact of mindset and taking responsibility Learn why attitude is the key to confidence Identify key belief systems that drive your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and actions. Understand what effective communication is and learn how your style of communication impacts others Identify the power of body language, tone and the words we use; and assertive communication Recognise the impact of limiting beliefs and assumptions Prepare to build confidence through competence and will strategies Prepare for challenges – proactively dealing with negativity and fear Take control and develop an action plan This course will benefit anyone wishing to explore and enhance their confidence. Information Source: AKU Training Ltd | eventbrite

Welcome to The Beechlawns Live - BIG LOVE - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac ! Get ready to experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits performed live at the Beechlawn hotel. Join us on Sunday 28th September 2025 for a night filled with music, dancing,good vibes. Don't miss out on this unforgettable tribute concert that will have you singing along to all your favorite Fleetwood Mac songs. Grab your friends and come enjoy a night of BIG LOVE! Information Source: North South Promotions | eventbrite