BELFAST City Council's first major event since the start of the pandemic will be a two-day festival celebrating all things sea and sailing related.
The Belfast Maritime Weekender on Saturday and Sunday September 4 and 5 aims to bring the city's seafaring and industrial history to life.
It will take place along the aptly-named 'Maritime Mile', a stretch of dockland water surrounded by waterfront heritage at Sailortown, City Quays, Queen's Quay and Titanic Quarter.
The weekend’s daytime and evening activities include live music and dance, nautical themed street performers, playful art and heritage installations, dance picnics for children, walking tours, a treasure trail, a pop-up market, illuminations, and much more.
While there will be no tall ships this year, the city will be welcoming a host of vessels to the quayside, including the Irish Lights boat ILV Granuaile and 1960s old style tug Brocklebank.
Belfast Lord Mayor Kate Nicholl said: "The experience has been designed with safety in mind, and we remind everyone coming along to keep safe and think of others as they enjoy the weekend.
"Look out for more fun-filled events and live music over the coming months as cultural activities make a welcome return to the streets of Belfast.”
Ibe Sesay, presenter on Q Radio, the event's media partner, said: "Despite the huge challenges presented by the Covid-19 there is a fantastic line-up of attractions celebrating Belfast’s unique maritime history and Titanic legacy, from walking tours, street performers, live music and a pop-up market to name a few."
:: For more event information and to book activities go to www.belfastcity.gov.uk/Events/Maritime-Weekender
