Hospitality and Tourism Information Session 23 March from 12noon sharp Belfast City Hall
Venue Belfast City Hall
Date Monday 23 March 2026
Registration From 11.30am
Start 12noon sharp
End 2:00pm / 2.30pm
Register at Get Ready for the Fleadh by 18 March 2026
Dear City Partner
Belfast will host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann for the first time from Sunday 2 to Sunday 9 August 2026. With an anticipated 800,000 visitors set to enjoy the world’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture, this is a major economic and cultural moment for the city and a significant opportunity for local businesses and organisations.
To support preparations, you are invited to attend the Get Ready for the Fleadh Business Information Session on Monday 23 March 2026 from 12pm sharp to 2:30pm in City Hall.
This session has been designed for hoteliers, publicans, restaurateurs, café owners, and anyone working in the tourism/hospitality sector. With visitors travelling to Belfast from across Ireland and the world, the hospitality sector will play a central role in delivering a world-class welcome.
What will be shared?
- Event information: scale, programme, venues, visitor profiles, and accommodation demand insights
- Road closures and traffic management information: proposed arrangements, timelines, and access considerations
- Licensing updates and regulatory considerations: processes, outdoor trading insights, and entertainment guidance
- Managing extended trading hours and high-volume service: staffing, training, accessibility, and sustainability guidance
- Safety, stewarding and city coordination planning
Whether you’re a small independent business or a larger organisation, this lunchtime briefing will offer the opportunity to connect with representatives from city partners and event organisers including Belfast City Council, Visit Belfast and Tourism NI.
Register at Get Ready for the Fleadh by 18 March 2026
Please note, that by registering for this event, Morrow Communications as data processor to Belfast City Council and will use my information to contact me (primarily by email) to provide updates and information about my attendance.