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.

Oh Yeah Centre Belfast 15th Birthday

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