Cultural activities in Northern Ireland to light up Belfast

25 September 2009 -

The range of activities in Northern Ireland's capital city are to be highlighted today (September 25th), as Belfast hosts Culture Night.

Taking inspiration from similar events which have occurred in Europe's other major cities, Belfast Waterfront will play host to a number of "magical night-time experiences".

Over 90 venues in the city's Cathedral Quarter are staging events including free performances from acclaimed musicians, talks and tours.

The evening is also set to end with a bang, as the reopening of the exclusive Penthouse Bar, which has panoramic views of the city, will be marked with a party going into the early hours.

Every event will be free, with various stalls also providing a taste of the fantastic food in Northern Ireland to keep revellers happy.

Meanwhile, a number of family events in Northern Ireland's capital are set to take place on the weekend of October 17th and 18th, as workshops will provide people of all ages with a chance to try their hand at crafts.