'Roll on 2027' as Fleadh 2026 in Belfast comes to an end
Summary
The All Ireland Fleadh, a major Irish music festival, was held in Belfast for the first time and attracted over a million people during eight days. Organizers said the event brought all communities together and was very successful, with the next Fleadh in Belfast planned for August 2027.Key Facts
- The All Ireland Fleadh took place in Belfast’s city centre for eight days.
- More than one million people visited the festival.
- About 4,000 people were still present late at night for the closing ceremony near Belfast City Hall.
- Organizers said this was the first time the festival united all communities in the city.
- The event featured local musicians and bands like the Lissadell Céilí Band and Campbell College Bugles.
- The festival was a joint effort by Belfast City Council, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCE), and Ards CCÉ.
- Belfast’s Lord Mayor called the Fleadh a “watershed moment” and praised the city’s spirit and love of music.
- The next Fleadh in Belfast is scheduled for August 1-8, 2027.
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