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Twenty One Pilots Appreciation Party
We are gathering the Belfast Bandito’s at and together we will try to find Clancy.
Chalo Baithak: Live Bollywood Music Night
Baithak is a live Bollywood music night featuring soulful vocals, live instruments, audience singalongs, and a warm community-driven atmosphere inspired by traditional Indian baithak culture.
Belfast Music Walking Tour + performance
Enjoy an exclusive 30 minute performance by a talented local musician, to round out this popular music-filled journey across the city.
Dufair
This June we are going deep into the jungle with high-power, horn-loaded bass to mash up the place!
Dufair is a club night that is focused on the soundsystem sub-genres of dance music, with a big emphasis on the low frequencies that only a soundsystem like ours can provide.
Volume Control Enhanced presents: Music Industry Workshops
Interested in music photography and journalism? Come along and hear from successful NI music photographers and journalists and unlock your potential!
Volume Control Enhanced presents: Music Industry Workshops
Interested in music photography and journalism? Come along and hear from successful NI music photographers and journalists and unlock your potential!
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
The Devout: Depeche Mode Tribute
The UK’s best loved Depeche Mode Tribute Act, The Devout, have brought the Depeche Mode experience to another level visually, aurally and musically.
Anatomy of an Audio Doc
Docs Ireland is delighted to centre the art of audio-making as a focal point of our industry programme for 2026. Audio can provide a dynamic medium for projecting reality and cogent non-fiction narratives, with endless possibilities for creative expression and telling compelling stories via aural interpretation.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Gealtra
Following his Berlinale-winning debut feature Christy, Brendan Canty returns with Gealtra. Centred on The Kabin Studio, a youth-led creative space on Cork’s northside, the film follows teenagers exploring identity, community and the Irish language through songwriting and poetry.
Útóipe Cheilteach / Celtic Utopia
What do we do with the violent history we’ve inherited? Do we accept a repressive culture as is, or do we reshape it in our own image? In a world where oppression, occupation and war have become ambient, Útóipe Cheilteach plays at a different frequency, where hope is possible and a brighter future may be realised.
Volume Control & Homeless Connect presents: BAND TOGETHER Against Homelessness
Join us for the 2025/26 Volume Control team's last gig in Oh Yeah! All proceeds will go to the Homeless Connect charity.
If It Bleeds / Nihilanth / Frayed Ends BC / Microtonal / Stitch
If It Bleeds, Nihilanth, Frayed Ends BC, Microtonal and Stitch play the Oh Yeah Music Centre in the biggest local metal show of the summer!
Crystalline Stricture: 'LA' Album Launch
Belfast-based electronic music artist Crystalline Stricture takes to the stage to celebrate the launch of the brand-new synthpop album, LA.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Whiplash: A Tribute To Metallica
Hailing from Galway, Whiplash are the #1 Metallica Tribute band and one of Ireland’s finest Tribute acts.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
The Glen Eagles with Maggie Toal
Jim Sisk and Paul Dean have been playing the music of Eagles and Fleetwood Mac for nearly 30 years with renowned tribute band The Illegals. It was during the Covid lockdown that the pair began experimenting with novel two piece arrangements of classic tracks by these West Coast giants.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
Enjoy an exclusive 30 minute performance by a talented local musician, to round out this popular music-filled journey across the city.
Drag Wounds Annual Trans Pride Festival Fundraiser
Drag Wounds Annual Trans Pride Festival Fundraiser! 50% proceeds to Trans Pride, 50% to Belfast Trans Resource Centre!
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Alan Fletcher & Jennifer Hansen: Songs From The Back of a Rusty Ute
Alan Fletcher may be best known for his 31 year (and counting) tenure on Neighbours, but lately it’s his talent and passion for making folk and Americana music that has been delighting audiences at home and abroad.
Drawing on the influence of legendary storytellers like John Prine and Guy Clark, Fletcher crafts and delivers songs that tackle the human condition with warmth, compassion and a wry sense of humour.
Since the release of acclaimed full-length album The Point in 2022, ‘Fletch’ has toured heavily on the Australian and UK Americana circuits, including a run of 34 UK and Irish dates with collaborators Lachlan Bryan, Riley Catherall and Jennifer Hansen
Alan and his band will tour the UK extensively from August 2026.
Alan has just released the single Ain't Done Yet which foreshadows the release of his second album Back to School in February 2026.
Age 18+
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Gazefest
From a small idea born at a kitchen table on a rainy Monday morning, GazeFest returns for its fourth year!
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Rhinos
We are pleased to welcome RHINOS back to the venue this September for their first headline performance in two years.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Metalland: Echoes Of Steel Fest
Metalland is back in Belfast for Metalland: Echoes of Steel Fest 2026.
Belfast Record Fair
Come along to the Belfast Record Fair where you'll find thousands of records and CDs to search through. Something for everyone at decent prices. You never know what you might find.
The Slackers + Guests
The skank-tastic Slackers will make their way back to Belfast performing at Oh Yeah on 30th September 2026 to get you moving. See you there!
Belfast Music Walking Tour + performance
Enjoy an exclusive 30 minute performance by a talented local musician, to round out this popular music-filled journey across the city.
Bridge City Sinners
Portland’s all folk’d up vaudevillian quintet Bridge City Sinners make their way back to the UK and Ireland this autumn.
Age 18+
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Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
George Houston
Hailing from the depths of rural Ireland, alternative Donegal singer songwriter George Houston was raised on classic folk, pop and rock from his parents vast collection of cds and vinyl, always encouraged to listen and play freely with instruments, George developed a natural timeless sound, a voice beyond his years and a songwriting style sprinkled with an inspired nostalgia.
Q&A with Andrew Gower (Gustaffson) and John Corr (Global Motion)
Join Gustaffson lead singer Andrew Gower and music tour industry expert John Corr (Global Motion) for a free Q&A at 11am on Saturday 17th October. Andrew & John will be talking about their unique experiences of touring from both sides of the profession. They will answer questions about the realities of the music industry in 2026 for artists, technicians, and touring crew.
Gustaffson
Gustaffson are back with a UK tour in 2026.
The five piece Manchester outfit are on a journey to redefine what it takes to make ‘real music’ as a band in 2026. They encourage their fans to pick up the lyric book, unite as a collective and disconnect from the numbing comfort of the algorithm.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Music Walking Tour + Performance
Enjoy an exclusive 30 minute performance by a talented local musician, to round out this popular music-filled journey across the city.
Eyehategod
Smorgasbord is extremely pleased to unite NOLA’s finest export EYEHATEGOD and Singaporean grindcore purveyors Worm Rot together as an exclusive package for Ireland this November.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Glory Days: Bruce Springsteen Tribute
Dust off your blue jeans and get ready to run! After years of packing out theatres and venues across Ireland with their high-energy, authentic tributes to The Boss, Glory Days return to County Cavan for the first time since 2023.
Playback Presents: 'Station To Station' Turns 50
Playback are back with a new album tribute! This year they're celebrating the 50th anniversary of David Bowie's seminal masterpiece Station to Station.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Playback Presents: Stop Making Sense
The Talking Heads concert movie classic performed in full by a live band, dances, projections, props and all.
Bleech 9:3
Blending gritty alt-grunge with sharp, melodic hooks, Bleech 9:3 deliver a sound that’s equal parts raw energy and atmospheric intensity.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Cancer Puncher II
Six of the island’s finest rock and metal bands play to raise funds for three NI cancer charities: Cancer Focus, Southern Hospice Trust and Friends of the Cancer Centre BCH
JulieJulie: "Love-Fuelled Pragmatic" EP Launch
Belfast indie darlings JulieJulie release their debut EP Love-Fuelled Pragmatic and celebrate with a show in the Oh Yeah Music Centre!
Support comes from The Pottingers and Running Out the Clock! There will also be art vendors there on the night so you can pick up some art and trinkets!
Tickets are on sale now at £10 - as always if you buy early, you support local.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
da Googie + Cara Tivey: THE GOLDEN THREAD
da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs based around intricate, layered soundscapes.
Late Night Art: Bealtaine
Join us for our second Late Night Art of the Celtic calendar: Bealtaine.
A new exhibition by Papersleeve, music from Radio Starr, tattoos by Skullduggery, live painting and an art market. Good pints too!
Ash Live & In Conversation Celebrating 30 Years of 1977
One night only! Join us for a truly special evening on 6th May 2026 as we celebrate 30 years (to the day) since the release of Ash’s 1977.
Soundsystem Sunday Sessions
A daytime (family friendly) celebration of Jamaican Soundsystem Culture through custom hand-built speaker boxes.
Two scoops loading in, for an “All Welcome” Sunday skank-along.
Youth Open Mic
Come and hear the very best in new talent. Whether you're supporting a performer or just want to soak up some local talent, all are welcome.
May Day 2026
Join us after the rally and march for a full afternoon of music, food and Community across the Cathedral Quarter. Family friendly festivities will be taking place in the Oh Yeah Centre and include arts and crafts workshops, face painting, food, and youth open mic scheduled in partnership with Volume Control Oh Yeah’s youth music production team. Also don’t miss this years art exhibitions with artist printmaker Fiona Ni Mhailllor and groups.
Belfast Music Walking Tour + performance
Enjoy an exclusive 30 minute performance by a talented local musician, to round out this popular music-filled journey across the city.
Acoustic Picnic
Our free monthly event that brings families together for a fun-filled day of live music, creativity, and connection. All are welcome to enjoy classic sing-alongs from the Over The Hill Collective, explore arts and crafts, play games or dance to the music.
30 Years of Fugees "The Score"
As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of The Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic.
Leo Middea
Leo Middea is heading to Belfast in 2026 for the first time at Oh Yeah Music Centre to celebrate the release of his new album Notícias de Puglia (Agogo Records).
Strange New Places / Survival Horror / Uptight Dad / Bowzy
Strange New Places, Survival Horror, Uptight Dad & Bowzy bring The Job Scam Tour to Belfast!
Happy Days Fest
Happy Days Fest is a music showcase for independent acts, described by the Goo as the place to go if you’d like to “catch a glimpse of the next wave of new wave.” Featuring meticulously picked acts in an intimate setting, giving you the feeling that you’re witnessing the next big thing before everyone else. After three years and several sold out editions, Happy Days Fest has now expanded to Belfast's Oh Yeah Centre, showcasing acts from Dublin and Belfast, serving as the spot to be to discover new talent.
Belfast Record Fair
Come along to the Belfast Record Fair where you'll find thousands of records and CDs to search through. Something for everyone at decent prices. You never know what you might find.
Klyda + Revölutiøn + The Last Resort
Klyda with Revölutiøn and The Last Resort in the Oh Yeah Centre.
Stand Up Comedy in Broken English: Victor Patrascan in Belfast
Laugh with Europe’s comedy nomad, Victor Pãtrãşcan - the rebel comedian-philosopher whose sharp jokes have taken him to about 60 countries.
Tool Tribute & A Perfect Circle Tribute
Catch The Grudge, Ireland's only Tool tribute band with special guests Thirteenth Step – A Perfect Circle Tribute live in Belfast.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
Cam Cole
Cam Cole is probably the heaviest one-man band in the world, fusing blues, folk, grunge, stoner rock and metal into an unforgettable live experience.
Inflammable Material: Book Launch
To celebrate the book release of Inflammable Material by Kevin Dunn, the Oh Yeah! Centre will be hosting a panel discussion and Q&A session about Belfast punk during The Troubles.
Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour
Belfast punk music holds a special place in music history, near and far. Take this walking tour to explore the story of punk music on Belfast’s streets, with a passionate punk music loving guide, who saw live back in the late 1970s the city’s best-known bands, including The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex, Victim, etc – and loves today’s punk bands too.
Ben De La Cour
Fresh from touring with Lucinda Williams, acclaimed Nashville songwriter Ben de la Cour returns to Belfast!
Tyler Hilton & Kate Voegele
Tyler Hilton & Kate Voegele are heading back to Europe together in 2026 for the first time since 2018, bringing fans an unforgettable tour celebrating the beloved music of One Tree Hill.
Gary Moore 15th Anniversary Memorial Concert & Statue Fundraiser
Dublin's captivating 10-piece Gary Moore Tribute band with brass section playing all your favourites from Wild Frontier to Blues and beyond!
Volume Control Presents: INDIE, PLZ?
The Thing Is… will be headlining ‘Indie Plz?’ Volume Control's indie sleaze gig!
They will be joined by the fantastic REVÖLUTIØN and REFLECT.
Belfast Music Walking Tour
There is a wealth of music talent in Belfast, across many genres - from hip hop to classical, jazz and punk - opera to folk, country and electro pop - and more! Music plays a significant and important role in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
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