26 things to see and do in Belfast in 2026
Who needs a flight when we have all these amazing things on our doorstep
Happy New Year - we hope that 2026 will be one to remember!
If you have started to make your New Year's resolutions, why not consider making the most of Belfast and taking in all the wonderful things our wee city has to offer?
For those wanting some inspiration on what to do in the NI captial, we've drawn up a list of things right on our doorstep to check out that make Belfast one of the best places in the world.
Here are 26 things to see and do in Belfast in 2026 - whether you are a visitor looking for a guide or a local wanting to fall in love with your home city.
Check them out in the gallery below...
1. Head for a walk in one of Belfast's amazing parks
Nothing clears the head better than a nice walk to get some fresh air - why not rediscover the beauty of Belfast by taking a dander in some of the city's parks and greenways?
Whether you are trying to get the steps in or just want a light stroll to walk, even with the rain, the city has no shortage of beautiful places to stretch the legs.
(Image: Justin Kernoghan/Belfast Live)1 of 262. Watch a rugby, GAA or football match
Northern Ireland is lucky to have such active engagement with so many sports.
You'll find a thriving local GAA scene, a well-supported football scene centred around the IFA and the Northern Ireland national team, and a rugby scene bolstered by the achievements of Ulster Rugby.
(Image: INPHO/Bryan Keane)2 of 263. Go to St George's Market
One of the best markets in the UK and Ireland and the last surviving Victorian covered market in Belfast, St George's Market is where you'll want to spend a weekend morning or afternoon.
Local delicacies, crafts and artworks, local singers, and a bustling atmosphere await you.
3 of 264. Go for a hike
Jutting out over north Belfast, Cavehill offers a perfect short hike, with spectacular views of Belfast, Belfast Lough, and even Scotland in the distance.
Another excellent short hike within the city of Belfast, Divis Mountain stands a bit taller than Cavehill and offers unique views - with the likes of Lough Neagh, Tyrone, North Antrim and even (on a good day) Donegal all being visible from parts of the walk.
(Image: National Trust)4 of 265. Take a Black Taxi tour
Another one that many visitors, tourists and locals put on their 'must-do' list.
Black Taxi Tours offer an up-close-and-personal look at Northern Ireland's troubled history, often told from drivers who were eye-witnesses or even participants in its past.
(Image: Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images)5 of 266. Go to the Cathedral Quarter for a pint
With cobbled roads, street art everywhere and bursting at the seams with bars, the Cathedral Quarter has become the home for nightlife in Belfast.
You can't go wrong with any of the bars and clubs in this area for a creamy pint or your favourite cocktail.
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