The Harrison belfast

12/10/2026

📸 An Evening with Lawrence Watson & Stuart Bailie! 🎶

Join us at The Harrison for a special evening celebrating music, photography and the stories behind some of the most iconic images in music history! 🎸

With over 40 years behind the lens, legendary photographer Lawrence Watson has captured some of music’s biggest names, including Paul Weller, Oasis, David Bowie and Run DMC.

Lawrence will be joined by former NME editor Stuart Bailie for an intimate conversation exploring his incredible career, unforgettable moments and life behind the camera.

Guests will also have the opportunity to explore Lawrence’s music photography exhibition here at The Harrison! 📷✨

📍 The Harrison, Malone Road, Belfast

📅 Sunday 18th October

🕕 6 PM – 7 PM

🎟️ FREE ENTRY!

01/10/2026

The 13th annual Sound of Belfast Festival will take place from 5th - 15th November 2026 with events across the city. 🎶

Join Sound of Belfast Festival for ten days of showcasing Belfast’s musical talents and its status as a UNESCO City of Music. Together we make a great music city.

Join The Harrison Chambers of Distinction for a programme of special events as part of Sound of Belfast Festival 2026. Together we make a great music city and we can’t wait to bring you music photography, film, live music, DJ sets, vinyl and stories celebrating Belfast’s incredible musical heritage.

📸 Lawrence Watson Music Photography Exhibition
Discover the work of the renowned music photographer who has captured artists including Paul Weller, Oasis, David Bowie, Run DMC and Public Enemy.

🎤 Sunday 8th November | 5pm - 8pm
Stuart Bailie, former editor of NME, talks to Lawrence Watson about his music photography exhibition at The Harrison. £8

🎬 Tuesday 10th November | 8pm - 10pm
Screening of The Spin, filmed in Omagh, with an introduction from Mark McCausland of The Lost Brothers. £10

🎧 Wednesday 11th November | 10pm - late
McKowski DJ Night, a Sound of Belfast wind-down for Harrison residents and friends.

🎵 Thursday 12th November | 8pm - 10.30pm
Mark McKowski and Ed Cosens perform live at The Harrison.

🍷 Friday 13th November | 9.30pm - midnight
W**e & Vinyl with David Lyttle. Join the MOBO-nominated drummer and producer for an evening of fine w**e, jazz, soul, rare pressings and stories from his record collection. Free to attend.

🎼 Sunday 15th November | 12:00 - 13:30 | £32pp
Belfast Music Stories at The Harrison
Explore Belfast’s musical history through a virtual music tour, followed by a guided visit to The Harrison’s music-themed rooms, including Van Morrison, Led Zeppelin, Ruby Murray, Ottilie Patterson and Valentine Rennie. Soft drink on arrival.

Find out more and book at soundofbelfast.com

Sound of Belfast Festival

01/10/2026

In honour of International Music Day, we’re launching A Music Break 🎶

A three-night suite stay for two, created around Belfast’s incredible music scene, with tickets to every experience included as part of your stay.

Friday
Start the weekend at our Napoleon Nose Bar with a glass of w**e as MOBO Award-winning musician David Lyttle spins vinyl from his personal collection.

Saturday
Discover Belfast’s musical heritage on a walking tour with Dolores of Creative Tours.

Sunday
Enjoy a lively trad session at the American Bar, followed by an evening of Irish and international jazz at Dock Street Jazz Club.

Book your suite and we’ll take care of the tickets, so all that’s left to do is check in and enjoy the music.

Available Friday to Sunday for two people.
Swipe to discover the full experience, then book via the link in our bio.

21/09/2026

Louder Than Words is coming to Belfast 🎶📚

Join us at The Harrison from 15-17 January 2027 for a weekend celebrating music, writing, art, performance and conversation.

There’ll be authors, artists, poets, performers, DJs, journalists and plenty more across the weekend.

Weekend passes are on sale now, with accommodation options available too.

📍 The Harrison, Belfast
📅 15–17 January 2027
🎟️ Link in bio

Full programme coming soon !!

20/09/2026

Louder Than Words at The Harrison belfast in January. Tickets include weekend passes and accommodation. Books, music, interesting conversations and friendly people.

Treat yourself in new year

Getting Louder in Belfast! A weekend of music related events. A strictly limited number of Weekend Passes available

16/09/2026

Indulge in an elegant Afternoon Tea at Harrison Chambers of Distinction, complete with delicate sandwiches, irresistible sweet treats, freshly brewed tea and a touch of timeless charm.

Perfect for catching up with friends, celebrating something special, or simply treating yourself to a little luxury. 🍓🫖💐

12/09/2026

We’re delighted to be named once again in the Irish Independent Hot 100 Hotels in Ireland ✨

A lovely recognition for The Harrison, our team, and everything that makes this place a little different.

Thank you to Independent.ie Travel and Pól Ó Conghaile for including us.

08/09/2026

What was Oscar Wilde doing in Belfast anyway ? We discuss

Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.

07/09/2026

Tickets left on door for this very special performance tomorrow night.

04/09/2026

Join us over Culture Night weekend for two special walking tours of Queen’s Quarter, exploring the writers, books and locations most closely associated with the area.

Taking place on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September at 12pm, each 90-minute tour will begin at The Harrison before returning for complimentary tea or coffee afterwards.

Booking is available via http://ticketsource.com/Belfastthroughbooks

Also feel free to contact [email protected] if you need more information.