OPEN DOORS TO MUSIC
WHO ARE WE?
Welcome to the Oh Yeah Music Centre, where local music is celebrated and supported in the heart of Belfast! We have been proudly recognised as Belfast’s dedicated music hub since 2007 and have had the pleasure of promoting and showcasing the incredible talent that our city has to offer.
The Oh Yeah team are passionate about music and are committed to providing a supportive platform for local musicians, both emerging and established, to showcase their talents and take their music to the next level. We offer a variety of services and resources, including affordable rehearsal and recording spaces, youth and older people projects, mentoring and talent development for aspiring musicians, music tours, live gigs and more. Our goal is to create a vibrant and inclusive community where local musicians and music-lovers can connect, collaborate, and grow.
Our Music Exhibition is a must-see for music lovers, showcasing the memorabilia of Northern Ireland's most renowned musicians such as Snow Patrol, Van Morrison, and Stiff Little Fingers. Our live performance space is the perfect spot for a brilliant night out in Belfast, with regular gigs and events featuring a variety of local talents.
At Oh Yeah Music Centre, we are deeply passionate about supporting the local music scene and are constantly looking for ways to grow and expand our offerings. From hosting workshops and masterclasses to running top-quality gigs that span across all genres, we strive to be the go-to destination for anyone interested in music in Belfast.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
2022
Open College Network Provider of the Year Award
Highly Commended
2021
Open College Network Provider of the Year Award
Highly Commended
2020
Open College Network Provider of the Year Award
Highly Commended
2019
UK Creative and Cultural Skills award for Mentor of the Year
Sian O'Neill and Charlene Hegarty were highly commended
2018
Allianz Arts & Business, NI
New Sponsor Award finalist
Highly Commended for Sound Of Belfast Festival
Oh Yeah Music Centre and Molson Coors
CO3 Leadership Awards
CEO shortlisted for best newcomer
Northern Ireland Creative Industry Skills Award
Sian O'Neill and Charlene Hegarty were winners
2017
Music Week Awards' Grassroots Venue: Spirit of the Scene
Finalist
PRS for Music Foundation
Music Development Partner Award
2016
PRS for Music Foundation
Music Development Partner Award
Arts & Business Awards
Highly Commended, Board Member of the Year for Ellie McGimpsey
Alzheimer's Society
Outstanding Contribution, Dementia Friendly Awards
Paul Kane, Maritime Blues Note Project
2015
DANI Awards (Digital Advertising Northern Ireland)
Shortlisted for Online Strategy, Not-for-Profit section
2014
Belfast PCSP Youth Awards
Winner, Thomas Devlin Arts & Creativity Award
RBS Inspiring Youth Enterprise Award
Winner
2013
World Host
Oh Yeah becomes a World Host recognised business in Northern Ireland
NI For Kids Family Awards
Shortlisted, Family Event of the Year
NI Arts & Business Awards
Shortlisted, Cultural Branding
NI Arts & Business Awards
Shortlisted, Arts Award
2012
Belfast Telegraph Making The Difference Awards
Winner, Best Project
NI Tourism Awards
Winner, Best Festival
Belfast Music Week, co-ordinated by Oh Yeah
Irish Times
Named in Top 100 Creative Catalysts in Ireland list
Belfast Telegraph 'Women Of The Year'
Charlotte Dryden, Oh Yeah CEO
2011
NI Tourism Awards
Recognition in Best New Product Award (alongside lead partner Belfast City Council plus Culture NI and Filmtrip) for Belfast Music Initiative (Music Bus Tour, NI Music Exhibition, iOS app, Belfast Music Week, belfastmusic.org)
Belfast Business Awards
Shortlisted, Best Creative Business
Visit Britain
Music Bus Tour voted in Top 10 UK Music Attractions
NME
Shortlisted, Best Small Venues Awards
2010
Belfast Media Group
Creative Development Manager recognised in the Top 40 Under 40 Awards
2009
Belfast Media Group
Shortlisted, Culture & Arts Section of the Aisling Awards
2007
Belfast Media Group
Recognised as a Top 50 Business In Belfast, sponsored by BT and Invest NI