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10:00to 10:30

Knit and Natter 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · Workshops & classes
Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:30pm. Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
Free
10:00to 11:00

Rhythm and Rhyme 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · East Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Book on the morning of Rhythm and Rhyme. Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.
10:30

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOPS: Lough Moss Leisure Centre

Island Arts Centre · Lisburn · Workshops & classes
Free, booking essential, only open to LCCC residents Get festive, learn a new skill or just have fun creating a beautiful Christmas Wreath to make sure your door is the best dressed in town. We are pleased to announce a number of FREE Christmas Wreath Making workshops for our LCCC residents this festive season. All materials provided, please bring secateurs and gardening gloves! This workshop is postcode restricted to those living within the Lisburn and Castlereagh city council area only. To get tickets for this workshop please register or log in to your account at islandartscentre.com . In partnership with LCCC Parks and Amenities. Places are limited! Book your spot now. Date: Thursday 26 November Time: 10.30am-12.30pm Location: Lough Moss Leisure Centre Cost: Free, booking essential Get festive, learn a new skill or just have fun creating a beautiful Christmas Wreath to make sure your door is the best dressed in town. We are pleased to announce a number of FREE Christmas Wreath Making workshops for our LCCC residents this festive season. All materials provided, please bring secateurs and gardening gloves! This workshop is postcode restricted to those living within the Lisburn and Castlereagh city council area only. To get tickets for this workshop please register or log in to your account at islandartscentre.com. In partnership with LCCC Parks and Amenities. Places are limited! Book your spot now.
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Afternoon 13

13:00

Autumn Watercolours with Patricia Campbell (Afternoon class)

The Duncairn · Workshops & classes
Begins Thursday 19th November 1pm – 4pm 4 weeks Materials Included Embrace the beauty of the changing seasons in this relaxed and inspiring 4-week watercolour course, designed especially for beginners and improvers who want to build confidence with watercolour. Over four 3-hour sessions, you'll have the opportunity to explore misty November woodlands, atmospheric landscapes, winter foliage and berries, and finish with a cosy festive scene glowing with evening light. Each class combines step-by-step guidance with plenty of time to experiment, helping you develop skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.
£60Tickets & info
14:00

BBC Radio 3 Concert

Ulster Hall · Music
BBC Radio 3 Concert Dialogue and Drama is coming to Ulster Hall on 26 November 2026 for an afternoon celebrating the expressive beauty and rich colours of the orchestra's wind section, alongside one of Mozart's most celebrated symphonic masterpieces. Weber's Clarinet Concertino in E Flat Major was written in 1811 for the renowned clarinettist Heinrich Baermann and helped establish the clarinet as one of the great solo instruments of the Romantic era. Though modest in scale, it is rich in character, combining lyrical warmth with dazzling displays of virtuosity. Weber explores the instrument's full range, from its mellow lower register to its brilliant upper sonorities, creating music of charm, energy and sparkle. Michael Collins, the Ulster Orchestra's Principal Guest Artist, takes the solo role. Collins is then joined by Guylaine Eckersley, the Orchestra's Bassoon Section Leader, for a performance of Richard Strauss's Duet-Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon. Written in 1947, it was one of the composer's final completed works and reveals a more intimate side of Strauss, far removed from the vast orchestral forces of his earlier tone poems. The contrasting colours and personalities of the clarinet and bassoon are woven together with warmth, humour and elegance, creating a captivating musical conversation. Across its three movements, Strauss creates music of great refinement and charm. The programme concludes with Michael Collins conducting Mozart's Symphony No. 40 in G minor: a work combining beauty and drama with extraordinary craftsmanship. From its restless opening movement to its energetic finale, Mozart's masterpiece remains one of the crowning achievements of the Classical era, continuing to captivate audiences more than two centuries after it was composed. Weber: Clarinet Concertino Op.26 in E Flat Major (10’) Richard Strauss: Duet-concertino for clarinet & bassoon (18’) Mozart: Symphony No.40, K.550, in G minor (35’) Michael Collins, conductor/clarinet Guylaine Eckersley, bassoon Ulster Orchestra
£6.75Tickets & info
15:00

Adult Reading Group

Suffolk Library · West Belfast · Talks & books
This event takes place on the last Thursday of each month in the library meeting room from 3:00pm - 4:30pm. Monthly group to share the joy books and reading. Spaces limited so please phone on the morning of the session to book a space. Tinya Parkes. t: 028 9050 9235 e: Suffolk.library@librariesni.org.uk
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15:00

I Play Rocky

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Featuring a career-making performance from Anthony Ippolito, Peter Farrelly vividly recreates the story of how an unknown named Sylvester Stallone got Rocky produced — and became a superstar. Sylvester (Ippolito) dreams of being an actor, but he grew up poor, shuttled from home to home, and at one point lived on the street. Now in his twenties, the closest he's come to the big screen is acting in a porno and working as an usher. Then he sees Muhammad Ali fight Chuck Wepner, and inspiration hits: in a few fevered days, he writes a screenplay about an underdog boxer who goes the distance. Studio executives love it — but they balk at Sylvester’s stipulation that he play the hero. The production of this ambitious indie film will prove more arduous than anyone could have imagined. Ippolito is supported by a dream cast that includes Tracy Letts, Stephan James, and Oscar nominee Matt Dillon.
12ATickets & info
15:00

Storytime

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 3:30pm. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. Everyone welcome.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing

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17:00

Children's Games

Holywood Library · Holywood · Games & social
Come and play some family friendly games. Suitable for children aged 4-9 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Thursday from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Every Saturday from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Everyone welcome.
for children aged 4-9 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
18:00

Book Launch: Troubled Waters by Tommy Greene

No Alibis Bookstore · South Belfast · Talks & books
TROUBLED WATERS: How Lough Neagh is Being Destroyed by Corporate Greed and Political Neglect Join us in the bookshop for an evening with Tommy Greene to celebrate the launch of his new book, Troubled Waters. Tommy will be in conversation with local journalist Sam McBride, and the event will also feature special guest speaker Bernadette Devlin McAliskey. ***Book your free ticket here*** About the book: In the summer of 2023, the people of the UK and Ireland were stunned when a foul-smelling green algae bloom blanketed the surface of Lough Neagh – the largest freshwater body on these islands – suffocating aquatic life and signalling an unprecedented environmental disaster. Troubled Waters is a damning exposé, which uncovers the shocking destruction of the lough, source of almost half of Northern Ireland’s drinking water and a place steeped in historical and cultural significance. Award-winning journalist Tommy Greene delves deep into a gripping tale of greed, corruption, ineptitude and environmental catastrophe that has unfolded in plain sight against a backdrop of governmental instability and systematic cover-ups. With unrivalled access to the story, Greene exposes the fierce battle that will determine the future of this once-thriving ecosystem which now teeters on the brink of ecological collapse.
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18:00

Prison Break: Escape from the Maze

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
On September 25 1983, 38 Republican inmates executed the largest prison breakout in British history, violently breaching the supposedly escape-proof walls of HM Prison Maze. Armed with smuggled guns and a meticulously engineered plan, their escape delivered a staggering blow to Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s government. Prison Break: Escape from the Maze is a gripping, minute-by-minute cinematic documentary which includes interviews with both escapees and former prison officers, many speaking publicly for the very first time. They provide raw, highly detailed accounts of the claustrophobic build-up, the chaotic afternoon of the breach, and the lasting personal cost of working and living inside a concrete flashpoint. Told with the pacing of a cinematic thriller and enriched by rare archival material, the film is a nuanced, gripping and deeply empathetic examination of memory, ideology, and human survival.
Not Rated; Recommended 15+Tickets & info
18:30

7 - 9 Year Old Reading Group

Newtownbreda Library · South Belfast · Family
Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue. 7 – 9 yrs Reading Group meet on the last Thursday of the month from 6:30pm - 7:15pm. t: 028 9070 1620
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18:30

Queer Set Dancing

The MAC · The MAC · City centre · Workshops & classes · LGBTQ+
Details Come along to a Queer Set Dancing class with Alexa Moore. This is a relaxed, friendly class as part of our MACtivate programme, run with The Rainbow Project. It’s perfect for beginners and open to everyone. The class runs from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. No dance skills needed. Just bring yourself. You can drop in when it suits you and don’t have to come every time. The class is led by a queer woman and is a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people and allies. Expect laughs, learning and a chance to meet new people. Alexa Moore is a human rights worker and set dancer from Newry, Co. Down. She began set dancing in 2013 and is passionate about keeping the dance alive by expanding it to new people and communities. In her day job, she works on human rights issues relating to Brexit, the Protocol, and other issues in NI.
Free18+Tickets & info
19:00

GIFTED: FOREIGN MORNINGS BLUE DEPUTY | LATE ARRIVAL

The Belfast Empire Music Hall · South Belfast · Music
Hailing from Bangor, Foreign Mornings combine stadium ready rock with the intimate story telling of modern indie folk. The band return with new music this November and are celebrating with a headline slot at Gifted. Support on the night from Blue Deputy and LateArrival. Tickets on sale now from the link on this page, limited special Early Bird price £8. **Please note this is an early show. Doors at 7pm. Tickets are non-refundable. Over 18’s Only.
£10Tickets & info
19:00Doors

Laura Smyth: Born Aggy

The Black Box · Main Room · City centre · Comedy
What if all your dreams come true and you’ve still got the hump? Laura Smyth has had a meteoric rise in comedy! Her debut tour ‘Living My Best Life’ sold out up and down the country; she has supported Jack Whitehall, Michelle de Swarte, Alan Davies, and Jason Manford and appeared on multiple panel shows, QI, Would I Lie To You, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Live at The Apollo TWICE! She’s even beaten cancer; she’s done all the alternative healing shit you could shake a stick at – and she still thinks everyone’s a d**khead. It can’t just be her, can it? Like her last tour, Laura will cover all of her everyday ever-changing life with truth, warmth, and hilarity. Maybe she needs more sleep or maybe she was just born aggy. Praise for Laura Smyth: “Not just a comedian a phenomenon” The Evening Standard “Wickedly funny…a big-hitting good-time comic” The Guardian “One of the best acts I’ve seen in a long long time” Romesh Ranganathan “A proper star in the making” Jack Whitehall “A comic powerhouse” Mo Gilligan “Laura is a brilliant comedian whipsmart, warm and very very funny” Roisin Conaty “A force of nature” Chortle “Naturally funny” Jo Brand This event is 18+
£27.75Tickets & info
19:00

WINTER SALADS aw26

Island Arts Centre · Lisburn · Workshops & classes
Tutor: Erin Bunting Interactive workshop in creating delicious winter salads – elevate flavour, texture and your health! Join chef and recipe developer Erin from The Edible Flower for a demo and interactive workshop on how to build the ultimate Winter salads. Elevate crisp leaves with roasted vegetables, sharp pickles, grains, pulses, toasted nuts and seeds – just some of the many ways to create delicious, satisfying and nourishing vegetarian salads and side dishes. You will learn how to get the right balance of flavours, how to add different textures and how to make easy, punchy dressings to take your salads to the next level. There will be loads to try along the way and you'll get to make your own salad with some of the ingredients we've prepared to eat on the evening or to take home for the following day. An information pack with everything covered throughout the workshop is included. Suitable for vegan, dairy free and gluten free but please let us know of dietary Tutor: Erin Bunting Date: Thursday 26 Nov Time: 7-9pm Cost: £18 Interactive workshop in creating delicious winter salads - elevate flavour, texture and your health! Join chef and recipe developer Erin from The Edible Flower for a demo and interactive workshop on how to build the ultimate Winter salads. Elevate crisp leaves with roasted vegetables, sharp pickles, grains, pulses, toasted nuts and seeds - just some of the many ways to create delicious, satisfying and nourishing vegetarian salads and side dishes. You will learn how to get the right balance of flavours, how to add different textures and how to make easy, punchy dressings to take your salads to the next level. There will be loads to try along the way and you'll get to make your own salad with some of the ingredients we've prepared to eat on the evening or to take home for the following day. An information pack with everything covered throughout the workshop is included. Suitable for vegan, dairy free and gluten free but please let us know of dietary
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19:30

Andrew Ryan

Waterfront Hall · Comedy
Off the back of a total sell-out tour in 2024, Andrew Ryan is back with a brand-new show coming to Waterfront Hall on 26 November 2026! Can't make November? An additional date has been added due to popular demand. Book now for February! Andrew Ryan: Honest Capacity | 12 February 2027 | Waterfront Hall Everyone’s favourite Cork in the North returns in good faith and in an honest capacity with what promises to be his biggest and most hilarious show to date. On the face of it Andrew is utterly delighted with himself these days; he’s happy, confident, can drive a golf ball 300 yards and is excited for the future as a newlywed. Barely touch that surface and the reality is he cannot get out of his own way and continues to make utterly bewildering decisions with hilarious consequences. Join him for his new show with tales of pet ownership, constant inability to read a room, and his unrelenting frustration and annoyance with the world around him. Everything is fine, until it’s not! Host of the Q Radio Breakfast Show and Star of The Two Jonnies Late Night Lock In (RTE), The Blame Game (BBC), Comedy Central Live, along with hit appearances on some of the biggest comedy podcasts in the UK and Ireland. He is a frequent viral hit with over 50 million views amassed across social media. “Ferociously intelligent, Ryan is a great writer. Charming, hilarious and accessible with some really powerful thinking underneath it all.” - The Skinny
£23Tickets & info
19:30

Birsen Tezer

Oh Yeah Music Centre · Music
Birsen Tezer is one of Turkey’s most distinctive and respected contemporary vocalists, known for her deeply expressive voice and unique blend of jazz, folk, alternative and traditional Turkish influences. With a career spanning more than two decades, she has built a devoted audience through her acclaimed albums and captivating live performances, collaborating with many prominent musicians and songwriters along the way. Her intimate, sophisticated sound and powerful stage presence have made her a standout figure in Turkey’s contemporary music scene.
18+Tickets & info
19:30

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York the musical

Belvoir Studio Theatre · Theatre & dance
After a hugely successful run of Home Alone: the musical last year, NISMAT THEATRE SCHOOL return with the sequel to the tale of Kevin. This time he’s lost in New York City and Harry and Marv, the burglars, have just escaped from prison! Join us for big musical numbers, fun, laughter and hijinks as Kevin has another huge adventure after being separated from his entire family- AGAIN! Based on the characters from the 1992 film by John Hughes, this has been adapted for stage and performed by the very talented students of NISMAT THEATRE SCHOOL. This is a funny and heart warming tale of Kevin’s adventures with musical numbers from all eras to entertain audiences of all ages. A treat for the family this Christmas!
£15–18Venue listing
19:30

The Belgian Blue

The Duncairn · Music
Support from Buí Doors 7pm / Buí 7.30pm / BYOB / Strictly 18+ Starting in the streets of Vienna, when a pandemic stood in the way of playing live gigs anywhere else, lead singer and songwriter Pádraig Mac Mahon had just moved from his home in Baltinglass, Ireland and met founding partner Ian Strahn while busking. Getting locked into a broken down tram with strangers gained them a drummer, keys and bassist, and The Belgian Blue was born. The tri-national band (IE, US, AT) splits their time between Vienna and Dublin. Characterized by the different influences of the members’ background and upbringing, their music stretches from Irish Folk-Rock to Americana, thrown over experimental electronic elements. Through word of mouth and passionate performances, the band quickly gained a large underground following in Vienna, selling out their first headline concert at Arena Wien within a year as an independent band. They subsequently toured across Europe as a 5 piece. Though consisting of five core members, The Belgian Blue see themselves more as a collective that interacts with the music scene, frequently sharing stages with musician friends. The band has performed alongside artists such as Glen Hansard, Jessica Pratt, Lefty Parker and The Ocelots. Distinguished by their raw and high-energy live performances and a strong word-of-mouth following, the band has built their career from scratch. Signing with Viennese Independent Label Ink Music in 2026, The band released their new EP "For Wards Weight" on vinyl in September 2026 and are set to record their debut album in November, in Dublin with Joe Doyle of The Frames joining them on bass, further expanding their DIY-approach and remaining close to their indie roots, while stepping into a new territory which is at once a new frontier and home stomping ground.
18+Tickets & info
20:30

You Can See Everything

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Thirty-four days before she’s sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. Filmed over the course of three years, the film captures Holmes as she continues to vehemently maintain her innocence, and evolves into something far stranger, more intimate, and more unpredictable than a conventional documentary. Beginning in 2023, in the 34 days leading up to disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes’ prison sentence, filmmaker and comedian Nathan Fielder moves into Holmes’ home with her husband, Billy Evans, and their children.
15Tickets & info
21:00

LUMI Presents: Videodrome

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Our LUMI Programmers November pick is David Cronenberg's sci-fi classic Videodrome . Starring James Woods and Debbie Harry in one of her first film roles. When Max Renn goes looking for edgy new shows for his sleazy cable TV station, he stumbles across the pirate broadcast of a hyperviolent torture show called Videodrome . As he struggles to unearth the origins of the program, he embarks on a hallucinatory journey into a shadow world of right-wing conspiracies, sadomasochistic sex games, and bodily transformation. Videodrome is one of writer/director David Cronenberg’s most original and provocative works, fusing social commentary with shocking elements of sex and violence. With groundbreaking special effects makeup by Academy Award winner Rick Baker, Videodrome has come to be regarded as one of the most influential and mind-bending science fiction films of the 1980s. LUMI is a free membership scheme for cinemagoers aged 26 or under. Our LUMI programmers are a group of creators who curate, run and host film events for LUMI at QFT. Find out more here .
18Tickets & info

Ongoing 10

Until30 Nov

‘Art of the Possible’

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
Over the past decade, the Ulster Museum has collected a significant number of important artworks from around the world—many of which have never been seen by the public until now. Art of the Possible features over 40 artworks made from glass, ceramics, silver, metalwork, jewellery, and wood. These works were created by some of the most talented and important artists and designers working in these materials today.
FreeTickets & info
Until3 Jan

Craft NI Showcase @ RUA 2026

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
Craft NI are delighted to be invited back for a second year to present a Guest Showcase at RUA’s 145th Annual Exhibition! The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) returns to the Ulster Museum this autumn for its 145th Annual Exhibition, bringing together around 350 works by artists from Northern Ireland, across Ireland and further afield. Craft NI will present a guest showcase within the exhibition, bringing together a curated selection of contemporary craft works spanning various disciplines such as ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles, metalwork and furniture. The showcase brings together works that explore new, contemporary interpretations of the natural colours of the Irish landscape: from bespoke furniture and blown glass to silversmithing, ceramics and handcrafted jewellery, the works sit in conversation with one another, creating a shared canvas of the local landscape and its influence on the makers. Participating designer-makers include Adam Frew, Andrea Spencer, Anima Roos, Anna Smyth, Cara Murphy (RUA Academician), Carla Pennie McBride, Céline Traynor, Joanne Lamb, John Piekaar, Mark Hanvey, Matthew Chambers, Rauni Higson, Sarah Cathers, Scott Benefield, Seliena Coyle and Shauna McCann. The showcase highlights the breadth and vitality of the local craft sector, with an emphasis on the quality, creativity and technical skill evident in the work of NI designer-makers.
FreeVenue listing
Until6 Dec

The Earth is the First Body Exhibition

Botanic Gardens Palm House · Exhibitions
The Earth is the First Body: an Exhibition by Botanic Gardens Artist-in-Residence Kerrie Hanna The Earth is the First Body is a new exhibition by artist Kerrie Hanna, created during her residency at Botanic Gardens. Using inks, pigments and charcoal made from plants growing in the Gardens, Kerrie has explored the stories, history and living landscape of this unique place. The exhibition looks at the Gardens' past, including the movement of plants around the world during Victorian times, while also highlighting the important work of protecting plants and biodiversity today. Through stained glass and other artworks, The Earth is the First Body invites us to think about our connection to the natural world and our role in caring for it. Join us for the exhibition opening event and be among the first to see the work. The exhibition officially opens to the public on 24 October and runs until 6 December.
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Dec

Bernat Klein: Influence & Inspiration

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
Craft NI Gallery in partnership with Future Island-Island, Belfast School of Art, Live Borders Museums & Galleries and The Bernat Klein Foundation, is delighted to present a capsule exhibition of selected work that shares the legacy of Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014), textile designer and manufacturer, artist and colourist. Colour connects every aspect of Klein’s creative practice that lasted a lifetime. Whether in his innovation of 1960s couture mohair tweeds or printed textiles, or evident in his work as an artist and colourist. Klein encompassed the importance of place in exploring his visual language of colour and texture. There will also be a sister exhibition (details to follow) at Belfast School of Art and a symposium in November. Both exhibitions illustrate Klein’s influence across design, architecture, visual arts, as well as his significant creative and cultural contribution to Scotland. Original archive pieces give context to the work of contemporary practitioners who have been inspired by The Klein legacy, and which still holds relevance today. Who was Bernat Klein? Serbian born designer Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014) emigrated to the UK in the post-war period and based his textile manufacturing business in the Scottish Borders (1951 – 1992). In a career spanning six decades, Klein found international success in the interlarded spheres of visual arts, fashion, textiles design, architecture, industrial design, and colour consultancy. He sold couture fabrics to leading couriers such as Chanel and Dior, gained recognition in Scandinavia and North America, and realised two important buildings with modernist architect Peter Womersley (1923 – 1993).
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Until30 Dec

Big Bauble Showcase

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire the skills of local makers and pick up a meaningful gift!
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Jan

The Gift

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
The Gift, Craft NI Gallery’s annual Christmas selling exhibition, opens November 5th! Join us for a festive opening night on November 5th, 6 – 9pm (Late Night Art Belfast) to see the latest creations of local designer-makers and a chance to meet some of them in person! Celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of local makers, the exhibition brings together a thoughtfully curated collection of unique, handcrafted gifts, from contemporary jewellery and ceramics to textiles, woodwork and much more. Whether you’re searching for a special gift for a loved one or something to treasure yourself for years to come, discover one-of-a-kind pieces made by talented makers right here on our doorstep. Participating makers: Abbie Dixon, Aisling Higgins, Anna Smyth, Fiona Kerr, Hugh Cummins, Inga Reed, Janice Gilmore, Jill Phillips, Marlene McKibbin, Martin Cameron, Mary Chris, Natasha Heaslip, Nichola Dalton, Rory Shearer, Sarah Elliott, Seamus Gill, Ursula McGivern. The exhibition runs until January 31st, 2027.
FreeTickets & info
Until28 Nov

Class of 76: Fifty Years of Art

Holywood Library · Holywood · Exhibitions
Celebrate 50 years of creativity with the Class of ’76, a group of artists who graduated from Belfast School of Art in 1976. Explore an exciting exhibition of paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and conceptual art, organised by John Rubery. Showcasing the diverse and unexpected journeys of a generation of artists.
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Until13 Feb

THE PERFECT STORM Ralf Sander

Golden Thread Gallery · Exhibitions
Launch : Saturday 14th November 1pm-3pm Dates : 14th November – 13th February 2027 Gallery : Upper Gallery & Lower Gallery Artist Talk : 20th November (TBC) Ralf Sander’s largest solo exhibition in Northern Ireland to date, this exhibition brings together sculpture, photography, sound, film and satellite data to examine how images shape our understanding of reality. A “perfect storm” describes a rare and powerful convergence of events. Sander uses this idea to consider the forces that shape how we see the world, and our capacity to influence them. Sander turns satellite imagery and weather data, tools normally used to observe the Earth, into an artistic medium. Treating the satellite as a camera, he transforms scientific information into another way of seeing the world. The resulting installation creates an illusion through photography, digital imagery and sculpture. It invites us to consider whether every photograph is, in some sense, an illusion: not reality itself, but one version of it. The work asks how this constructed reality differs from the reality we experience in everyday life. The exhibition builds on Sander’s long-standing interest in testing the possibilities of sculpture across different materials and media. His work has been exhibited internationally, and he has also initiated and curated exhibitions and art projects. The exhibition reflects Golden Thread Gallery’s continuing commitment to ambitious and critically engaged contemporary art. It extends the gallery’s programme beyond historical enquiry to address wider questions of perception and representation, and the role visual culture plays in shaping our shared understanding of the world. About the Artist Born in December 1963, Ralf Sander is an internationally active sculptor and conceptual artist. His practice ranges from large-scale public monuments and figurative sculptures carved from single tree trunks to experimental projects that connect art and science. Sander has exhibited worldwide, in internationally acclaimed locations such as Bonner Kunsthalle, Museum of Art Stuttgart, Haus der Kunst Munich, Philadelphia Museum, Nowisibirsk Museum of Art and Seoul MoA. Sander is a Reader in Fine Art at the Belfast School of Art , Ulster University. Originally from Berlin, he is now based in Islandmagee, Northern Ireland. Accessibility The Lower Gallery is accessed via the ground floor, which is step-free. The Upper Gallery is accessed via wheelchair accessible lift or by the stairwell. Large print versions of exhibition texts are available. Access videos of the gallery are available on our website here , with BSL and ISL signed versions. Please let us know if you have any questions or additional requirements, we are working hard to make the gallery as accessible as possible for everyone. Golden Thread Gallery is proud to hold an Arts & Disability Access Award Venue Accreditation. Golden Thread Gallery is supported by:
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Unruly Ordinances

The MAC · The MAC Galleries · City centre · Exhibitions · LGBTQ+ · Outburst Festival
Details Outburst Arts and the MAC proudly present Unruly Ordinances, a major group exhibition of queer artists from the last two decades. Collectively curated through conversations on queer practice between Outburst collaborators Dayna Ash, Eoin Dara, Haven for Artists, Laima Kreivytė, Kim McAleese, Ruth McCarthy, Iarlaith Ní Fheorais, Monica Pearl and Lyónn Wolf, this selection of installation, sculptural, drawing, photographic and video works opens up expansive and radical conversations on queerness, embracing all of its dissident and tender potential. From newly commissioned works that playfully disrupt thinking on archiving and remembering; to reflections on land, language and material conditions, Unruly Ordinances recentres queer as a generative, slippery, critical and unfixed thing, inciting imagination and catalysing daring possibility. Launching as part of the 20th annual Outburst Queer Arts Festival on November 12, the exhibition will be accompanied by a dynamic three-month public programme, bringing together artists, activists, academics and audiences through talks, screenings, publishing, performances and workshops Artists Array Collective Kian Benson Bailes A.Mac Giolla Bhríde Reuben Brown Batool Desouky Sarah Joy Ford Caoimhín Gaffney Agnė Jokšė Breda Lynch Ebun Sodipo Eimear Walshe Lyónn Wolf Supported by The Ampersand Foundation w ith additional support from Paul Hamlyn Foundation Art Fund and Lithuanian Cultural Institute.
FreeTickets & info