The sun may not be shining this summer, but Belfast's Victoria Square is on a mission to brighten up summer in the city, with a month-long Summer of Colour programme of events, creating colourful fun for all the family.
From free family raves to colourful craft stations, face painting and live DJs every weekend, to more intimate events and experience including yoga in the dome, paint and prosecco and paint and pizza parties, Summer of Colour has something to suit everyone at Victoria Square throughout August.
Plus, every weekend, the best local traders from Belfast and beyond will bring treats and trinkets to the mall on the lower ground floor, all handmade and sourced by local businesses.
Highlights include:
Paint & Prosecco, Friday 4 August, 6pm, Victoria Square Dome: Join Abstract Art Academy for a peaceful evening painting and exploring abstract art while sipping Prosecco, whilst taking in the Belfast’s best views from Victoria Square’s iconic dome. Tickets cost £15.
Free Family Raves, Sunday August 6, Lower Ground Floor: Kids, parents, and grandparents, you’re never too young, or too old to rave. Bring your best dance moves and get ready as Victoria Square’s plays host to a series of four family raves between 1-3pm on Sunday 6 August. Professional dancers and sax players will set the pace with interactive games for all the family, and a few surprises. Neon face painting stations and rave crafts will be available from 12pm and throughout the afternoon.
The Art of Content Creation, Thursday August 10, Victoria Square Dome, 6pm. Hear from some of Belfast’s top content creators including Cool FM’s Rebecca McKinney, Ged Armstrong, Abigail Parkinson and Alan Wallace (inspiring Belfast) and leave with actionable tips to enhance your content creation journey. Tickets cost £10.
Origami workshop, Saturday August 12: A hands-on workshop, where you will learn the art of origami, explore various folding techniques, and create colourful paper designs. Tickets cost £8 for kids and £10 for adults. All supplies are provided. Get your tickets here.
Social Soul Yoga at Sunset, Wednesday August 23, Victoria Square Dome, 7pm: The evening will begin with some gentle guided breath work before moving on to a yoga practice aimed at releasing tension from the deepest parts of the body. Practice will be accompanied by a live DJ, honouring the ebb and flow of your movements as you shift around the mat. The evening will finish with an opportunity to refuel with wholesome treats and nourishing conversation with your fellow yogis. Tickets cost £25.
To find out more visit www.victoriasquare.com
