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Chris Packham in Conversation

Thursday 21 November, 7pm - 9pm
Assembly Buildings, 2-10 Fisherwick Pl, Belfast BT1 6DW

Can we protect our planet before it's too late? What role does youth activism play in driving real and lasting change? Join us for an unmissable event as Conor McKinney from the Belfast 2024 project, Wild Belfast, introduces the renowned naturalist and environmental campaigner, Chris Packham. Chris will share his powerful insights on the fierce battle for our planet’s future.

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Eco Arcade by Robin Price

November to December
The MAC and Ulster Museum (Outside)

Artist Robin Price is teaming up with young minds and local ecologists to create an interactive experience that merges gaming, technology, and environmental consciousness.

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Find Another City Better Than This One

Friday 22nd November, 6pm
Paperxclips Bookshop

Jordanian trans writer and Outburst 2024 Artist in Residence Raphaël Amahl Khouri reflects on his time living in San Francisco, Amman, Beirut and Berlin and asks if not the Emerald City, where is our queer utopia now?

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Fashion Flea

Friday 22 - Sunday 24 November, 10am - 4pm
Show Some Love Greenhouse

Join us at Green House, as we fundraise with the best carefully selected second hand fashion for adults of all genders, along with beautiful merch, membership vouchers and art, all great for festive gifting for yourself or someone you love, at our creative community space for activism, arts and inclusive events.

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Shared Reading

Friday 22 November, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Belfast Central Library

Experience the joy of hearing stories read aloud, with the Shared Reading Group at Belfast Central Library.

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Working Greener

Friday 22 November, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The MAC

Join a dynamic panel featuring Megan Best from Native Events, Beth Crooks from the Belfast feminist punk sensation Problem Patterns, and Tina Segner, co-founder of Tumble Circus, as they explore how sustainability can transform the arts. Hosted by Gawain Morrison from Brink!

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Tea Dance

Friday 22 November, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Belfast City Hall

Join Norman Houston and his band at Belfast City Hall for tea and dancing, meeting old friends and making new ones, for a memorable event to celebrate the stories of generations. Whether you're an experienced dancer or just want to enjoy the ambiance, come sip tea, socialise, and dance the morning away!

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The Hearth - 'Our Faces of Belfast' Exhibition

Friday 22 - Sunday 24 November, 10:00am - 2:00pm
12-20 East Bridge St

Earlier this year Belfast Film Festival asked the people of Belfast to get involved in The Hearth film project, by telling us your stories about your life in Belfast and/or filming on your phone something that reflects Belfast in 2024. Thanks to you we have now gathered over 20 hours of footage from over 300 participants. Our Faces of Belfast Exhibition, features pictures of every single participant in ‘The Hearth’ film process and a glimpse of each submission we received.

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Story Time

Friday 22 November, 10:30am - 11:30am
Belfast Central Library

Join Eithne in Belfast Central Library for an amazing storytelling adventure. She will read the books of Oliver Jeffers and can’t wait to share her GINORMOUS imagination.

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Are you visiting Belfast?

For more information on planning a trip to Belfast including recommendations on accommodation, getting around the city, things to do during your visit, where to eat and drink and more, check out Visit Belfast.

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What else is on

Alongside Belfast 2024, there are a host of fantastic events taking place right across the city for audiences of all ages to enjoy.

Below are some upcoming highlights:

St. George's Market

For the best in live music, local arts and crafts, jewellery, artisan food and much more - there's nowhere like it!

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Sound of Belfast Festival

Date: Thursday 7 to Sunday 17 November 2024

The tenth anniversary of the Sound of Belfast - an annual celebration of our city's rich musical heritage and the talent it continues to nurture.

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18th Outburst Queer Arts Festival

Date: Friday 15 to Saturday 23 November 2024

This award-winning festival showcases the best in new queer performance, music, theatre, literature, film and much more.

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