Fleadh 2026 stakeholder engagement sessions

Join an online information session to learn about the opportunities the Fleadh 2026 will bring to Belfast

With benefits for businesses and organisations across the city, Belfast City Council is encouraging businesses to join an online information session to learn about the opportunities the Fleadh 2026 will bring to Belfast.

Belfast is hosting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann from Sunday 2 to Sunday 9 August 2026. This eight-day event will showcase Belfast’s creativity and hospitality to over 700,000 people.

During these information sessions you can find out what the Fleadh means for the city and how it can benefit you. The sessions will cater for all knowledge and interest levels. They are an opportunity to shape the planning process with insight from your business or organisation.

Event details

The free 30-minute sessions will:

• cover what the event is, including its history, ethos, and aims
• provide key event updates
• share economic, sponsorship, and volunteering opportunities
• highlight how businesses, artists, and community organisations can get involved
• offer guidance on how to prepare

Dates and times:

• Friday 28 November 2025, 11:30am to midday
• Friday 5 December 2025, 11:30am to midday
• Tuesday 16 December 2025, 2pm to 2:30pm
• Thursday 18 December 2025, 4pm to 4:30pm

The sessions will be held on Microsoft Teams.

Find out more about Fleadh 2026.

First published 3 November 2025