Belsonic Festival 2027 – Belfast, United Kingdom

Overview

Belsonic is Belfast’s biggest annual outdoor music festival, a summer-long series of major headline concerts staged in Ormeau Park. Organised by Shine Productions, Belsonic has been running since 2008 and has grown from a city centre square into a 15,000 capacity open-air destination that hosts global touring acts alongside celebrated Irish talent. Unlike a traditional weekend camping festival, Belsonic presents individual ticketed shows across several weeks, each with full festival production, large outdoor staging and a dedicated festival village.

The 2027 programme continues this format with five major headline announcements that span indie folk, viral pop, alternative rock and legendary pop groups. Set in Belfast’s oldest municipal park, the festival combines riverside parkland, city convenience and world-class lineups that have previously included Lizzo, Lionel Richie, Shania Twain, Sting, Blondie, Florence + The Machine and Take That.

What Makes This Event Special

Ormeau Park Setting: Belsonic takes place in Ormeau Park, Belfast’s oldest municipal park, offering a green-field festival experience within walking distance of the city centre. The parkland setting provides open skies, mature trees and a natural amphitheatre for large-scale concerts.

Individual Headline Shows: Each event is a standalone headline concert with its own support bill and full production. This allows audiences to choose the artists they want to see rather than committing to a full weekend pass.

Shine Productions Legacy: Organised by Shine Productions, one of Ireland’s most respected promoters, Belsonic benefits from decades of expertise in dance, rock and pop events, ensuring high production standards and strong artist curation.

Diverse Genre Mix: The festival genre is officially listed as Rock, Dance, Pop and Indie Rock, but recent editions have expanded to include folk, country, EDM, hip hop and traditional Irish music, creating a broad appeal.

City Festival Convenience: As a non-camping event, Belsonic allows visitors to enjoy Belfast’s hotels, restaurants and nightlife alongside the concerts. The location on Ormeau Road is well served by public transport and is close to Belfast city centre amenities.

Community Partnership: The festival partners with charity Cancer Fund for Children and has raised significant funds through previous editions, adding a community purpose to the summer concert series.

Lineup / Featured Artists

The 2027 lineup features five headline shows announced via Ticketmaster IE and official channels, each representing a distinct audience within the Belsonic programme.

Kingfishr: The Irish trio have announced major outdoor headline shows for the upcoming season, including a headline appearance at Belsonic. Known for anthemic indie folk, powerful harmonies and emotionally charged live performances, the band will perform to a combined audience of more than 90,000 across their outdoor run. Their set blends modern folk storytelling with stadium-scale production.

Sombr: Performing as part of the You Are The Reason Tour, Sombr brings a viral pop and alternative sound to Ormeau Park. The show is presented as the artist’s biggest Belfast show to date and includes support from Suki Waterhouse. Expect a mix of breakout singles, emotive songwriting and contemporary pop production.

Alex Warren: Grammy Award-nominated, chart-topping multi-platinum artist Alex Warren brings his Finding (More) Family On The Road tour to Belfast. The tour follows the release of his second album Wildchild, a deeply personal record exploring childhood and personal growth while pushing a widescreen pop sound. His Belfast show is part of a major UK and European outdoor run that includes Cardiff Blackweir Fields and Dublin Malahide Castle.

Amble: The rising Irish folk and trad-influenced collective headline with their distinctive blend of storytelling, acoustic instrumentation and modern folk energy. The group has built a strong live reputation across Ireland and the UK.

Take That: Legendary British pop group Take That headline with their Dreamers Tour. As one of the UK’s most successful live acts, their Belsonic show promises a full production performance featuring decades of hits, choreography and large-scale stage design. Take That have previously headlined Belsonic and remain one of the festival’s most popular returning acts.

Event Experience

Belsonic delivers a full outdoor festival experience without the need for camping. Each headline day transforms Ormeau Park into a festival site with a main stage, large screens, food village, bars and merchandise areas.

Gates typically open in the late afternoon, allowing audiences to arrive, explore the park and enjoy support acts before the headliner takes the stage in the evening. The crowd is standing with Golden Circle and General Admission options. Golden Circle is positioned closer to the stage for an enhanced viewing experience.

The atmosphere varies by show, from the communal singalongs of folk and indie nights to the high-energy pop spectacles of arena-level tours. Production includes professional sound and lighting designed for open-air parkland, ensuring clear sightlines across the 15,000 capacity field.

Food offerings include local street food traders, wood-fired pizza, burgers, vegan options and traditional Northern Irish snacks. Bars serve a range of beers, ciders, spirits and soft drinks with cashless payment across the site. Security searches operate at entry points and welfare, first aid and accessible facilities are provided throughout.

After each show finishes, audiences spill onto Ormeau Road and into Belfast city centre, where pubs, restaurants and late-night venues continue the celebration.

Date & Schedule

Event Dates
11 June 2027 Kingfishr
17 June 2027 Sombr
21 June 2027 Alex Warren
23 June 2027 Amble
30 June 2027 Take That

Schedule Overview
Each Belsonic show follows a similar daily schedule with doors opening at approximately 6:00 PM local time. Support acts begin in the early evening followed by the headline performance from around 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, with site closure shortly after.

Kingfishr: Headline show with full live band and support acts from doors.

Sombr // You Are The Reason Tour: Headline show with support from Suki Waterhouse.

Alex Warren – Finding (More) Family On The Road: Headline show as part of UK and European tour.

Amble: Headline show with limited availability.

Take That – Dreamers Tour: Headline show with full production and special guests.

All events take place at Ormeau Park, Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GG. Timings are subject to licence and may be updated on the official website.

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Location & Venue

Belsonic takes place at Ormeau Park, Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GG, Northern Ireland. Ormeau Park is Belfast’s oldest municipal park, located approximately one mile south of Belfast city centre along the River Lagan.

The venue layout includes a main outdoor stage facing the natural amphitheatre of the park, Golden Circle standing area close to stage, General Admission standing field with a capacity of 15,000, large video screens, food village, multiple bars, merchandise stalls, accessible viewing platform, accessible toilets, welfare and first aid points.

The park is surrounded by residential areas on Ormeau Road, with entrances clearly signposted for Belsonic audiences. The site is grass and hard standing with accessible pathways and managed entry gates.

As a non-camping festival, there are no overnight facilities on site. All audiences leave the park at the end of each show, preserving the parkland for daytime public use outside event hours.

Event History

Belsonic originally launched at Custom House Square in Belfast city centre, with the first edition lasting three days. Organised by Shine Productions Ltd, the early years featured acts such as The Flaming Lips, Mogwai, The Enemy and The Zutons, establishing Belsonic as a new outdoor music concept for Belfast.

In 2010 the festival expanded to eight days with headliners including David Guetta, and in 2011 to nine days with Tiësto, Beady Eye, 30 Seconds to Mars, Plan B and Elbow. This growth demonstrated demand for a longer summer concert series.

In 2016 the festival moved to Titanic Belfast – The Slipways before settling at Ormeau Park from 2017 onwards, where it has remained. The move to Ormeau Park allowed for increased capacity to 15,000 and improved parkland production.

Recent editions have included Florence + The Machine, Charli XCX, Lizzo, Lionel Richie, Shania Twain, Sting, Blondie, Limp Bizkit, Picture This, Scooter, Alanis Morissette, Madness, Justin Timberlake and Stereophonics. The festival also hosts The Farmers’ Bash, a folk and traditional music event featuring artists such as Derek Ryan, The Whistlin’ Donkeys and The Tumbling Paddies.

Belsonic 2020 was cancelled due to COVID-19 with plans to reschedule, and the festival faced community discussions regarding its impact on residents in 2021. Since then, the organisation has continued to work with local residents and charity partners while maintaining its position as Belfast’s largest outdoor music festival.

Getting to the Event

On Foot: Ormeau Park is approximately 15 to 20 minutes walk from Belfast City Hall and Belfast city centre via Ormeau Road or the Lagan Towpath.

By Bus: Translink Metro services operate frequent buses along Ormeau Road from Belfast city centre to Ormeau Park. Routes include services from Donegall Square to Ormeau. Check Translink for event day timetables.

By Train: Belfast Lanyon Place and Botanic stations are the nearest rail stations, both within 20 to 30 minutes walk or a short bus connection to Ormeau Road.

By Car: Driving to Ormeau Park is discouraged due to residential parking restrictions and road closures around the park during event days. There is no dedicated festival parking at Ormeau Park. Use city centre car parks and public transport.

By Taxi: Official taxi drop-off and pick-up points are designated on Ormeau Road and surrounding streets. Pre-booking is recommended due to high demand after headline shows.

Accessibility: An accessible entrance is provided with accessible viewing platform, accessible toilets and essential companion ticket scheme. To purchase accessible tickets, use the purchase link on the official Ticketmaster event page and contact Shine Productions for specific requirements.

Where to Stay Nearby

Belsonic is a non-camping festival, so accommodation must be arranged in Belfast and surrounding areas.

City Centre Hotels: Belfast city centre offers extensive hotel options within 10 to 30 minutes walk or short bus ride from Ormeau Park. Areas include Linen Quarter, Cathedral Quarter, Titanic Quarter and Donegall Square. Options range from luxury five-star to budget chains.

South Belfast: The Queen’s Quarter near Queen’s University Belfast provides boutique guesthouses, bed and breakfasts and serviced apartments popular with festival visitors due to proximity to Ormeau Road and Lisburn Road hospitality.

Apartments and Self-Catering: Ormeau, Ballyhackamore and Stranmillis offer self-catering apartments and short-term rentals suitable for groups attending multiple Belsonic shows.

Alternative Areas: Titanic Quarter and East Belfast provide additional capacity with good transport links to Ormeau Park via Metro services.

Booking Advice: Accommodation sells out quickly for headline shows, especially for large-scale acts such as Take That and Alex Warren. Early booking is strongly recommended, with Belfast Visitor Information providing accommodation search tools.

Things to Do Before or After the Event

Belfast City Centre: Explore Victoria Square Shopping Centre, St George’s Market for local food and crafts, and Belfast City Hall tours.

Titanic Quarter: Visit Titanic Belfast, SS Nomadic, HMS Caroline and Titanic Studios. The area offers museums and waterfront walks along the River Lagan.

Cathedral Quarter: Enjoy street art, independent pubs, live music venues, galleries and the Duke of York bar area for pre-show drinks.

Queen’s University and Botanic Gardens: Wander the Botanic Gardens, Palm House, Ulster Museum and Queen’s University campus, all close to Ormeau Park.

Lagan Towpath Walk: Walk or cycle the Lagan Towpath from city centre to Ormeau Park and beyond to Lisburn for scenic riverside views.

Traditional Music Pubs: Experience Belfast’s folk scene with traditional sessions in pubs along Ormeau Road, Dublin Road and Cathedral Quarter, particularly relevant for Amble and Kingfishr audiences.

Restaurants & Dining Nearby

Ormeau Road and surrounding areas offer extensive dining options for Belsonic audiences.

Ormeau Road: The immediate vicinity of Ormeau Park features independent cafes, pizzerias, burger bars, Indian, Thai and Middle Eastern restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries popular for pre-show meals.

Ballyhackamore and Stranmillis: Short bus ride from Ormeau Park, these areas offer award-winning bistros, modern Irish dining, brunch spots and gastropubs.

City Centre: Belfast city centre provides global cuisines including Italian, Spanish, Japanese, American and contemporary Irish restaurants along Donegall Square, High Street and Ann Street.

Festival Food Village: Inside Ormeau Park, the festival village includes street food traders offering wood-fired pizza, gourmet burgers, vegan and vegetarian options, Northern Irish specialty dishes and quick snacks.

Bars and Late Night: Ormeau Road pubs, Cathedral Quarter bars and Linen Quarter cocktail lounges are popular for post-show drinks. Many venues extend hours during Belsonic season.

Ticket Information

Tickets for Belsonic are sold through official partners including Ticketmaster IE, Ticketmaster UK and the official website https://www.belsonic.com/. Only purchase from official sellers listed on the website. Contact info@belsonic.com for official enquiries.

Pricing in USD: All prices converted from GBP using approximate rate £1 = $1.27. Prices based on previous and current Belsonic editions.

General Admission Tickets: Standard price range $53 USD to $116 USD. Examples from recent editions include $53 USD based on £41.95 face value for Picture This, $53 USD based on £41.50 for Becky Hill, $76 USD based on £60.00 face value for Take That general admission, $83 USD based on £65.50 face value for Sting, $97 USD based on £76.00 face value for headline shows.

Resale Tickets: Official resale tickets range from $58 USD to $163 USD based on resale data showing £45.65 to £128.76 including fees. Face value resale examples include $87 USD based on £68.50 equivalent and $118 USD based on £93.23 equivalent.

Golden Circle Tickets: Golden Circle is for those aged 10 and above only. Those aged 10 to 16 entering Golden Circle must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 25. Golden Circle tickets are priced approximately $10 USD to $20 USD above General Admission.

Age Restrictions: General Admission tickets require checking belsonic.com for age information per show. Some shows are 14+ or 16+ with under 18s accompanied. Golden Circle age policy applies as above. Challenge 25 policy in operation.

Booking Fees: Prices exclude booking fees and service charges which typically add $7 USD to $12 USD per ticket. Handling fee up to $4 USD may apply.

Tips Before You Go

Book Tickets Early: Belsonic headline shows sell out quickly, with some dates showing low availability or limited availability at time of announcement. Sign up for presale via Ticketmaster IE and the official website to secure tickets at face value.

Check Age Policy Per Show: Age restrictions vary by headline act. Always check belsonic.com for specific age information for the show you are attending, especially for Golden Circle where additional rules apply for younger attendees.

Plan Transport: Do not drive to Ormeau Park. Use Metro buses along Ormeau Road, walk from city centre or pre-book taxis. Road closures and residential parking restrictions operate during event hours.

Prepare for Outdoor Conditions: Belsonic is an outdoor parkland event. Bring waterproof layers, comfortable footwear suitable for grass and mud, sun protection and stay hydrated. The festival operates cashless payment across bars and food stalls.

Arrive Early for Golden Circle: Golden Circle areas fill quickly for popular headliners. Arrive early to secure your preferred position and allow time for security searches and ticket checks at entry gates.

Respect Local Community: Ormeau Park is surrounded by residential areas. Keep noise to a minimum when leaving the site, use designated litter bins and follow steward instructions to maintain positive community relations.

Official Event Information

Official Website: https://www.belsonic.com/

Contact Email: info@belsonic.com

Location: Ormeau Park, Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GG, Northern Ireland. Also listed as Ormeau Park, Ormeau Road, Ormeau Park, Belfast, United Kingdom.

Organiser: Shine Productions Ltd. Festival Director Alan Simms. Capacity 15,000 as of recent editions.

Genre: Rock, Dance, Pop, Indie Rock with additional folk, trad and contemporary pop programming.

Years Active: 2008 to present, originally at Custom House Square, Belfast, later at Titanic Belfast – The Slipways, now at Ormeau Park from 2017 onwards.

Ticket Partners: Ticketmaster IE, Ticketmaster UK, official site. Tickets go on general sale via Ticketmaster IE with presale access for selected artists.

Policies: Terms and conditions, age info, accessible ticket information, security and prohibited items list available at belsonic.com. Partnership with Cancer Fund for Children charity.

Attendee Experiences

Long-Standing Summer Tradition: Attendees describe Belsonic as a staple of summer in Belfast, with memories of seeing artists such as The 1975, Green Day, Hozier and Picture This in the parkland setting. Many visitors attend multiple shows across the season.

Parkland Atmosphere: Visitors highlight the transformation of Ormeau Park playing fields into a festival site at the end of each season, with open skies, city views and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere distinct from arena shows.

Sound and Production Quality: Reviews consistently note high-quality sound, large screens for clear sightlines and professional stage production that brings international touring standards to a local park.

City Convenience: The non-camping format is praised for allowing audiences to enjoy Belfast’s hospitality, hotels and restaurants alongside concerts, with easy access via Ormeau Road buses and walking routes from city centre.

Diverse Audience: The series attracts mixed audiences from rock and indie fans to pop, folk and dance music followers, with each headline night creating its own community while maintaining the friendly Belfast crowd atmosphere.