Riverside Twilight Market (Ormeau Embankment) Féile na hAbhann / Fleadh Cheoil na héireann

Riverside Twilight Market
Market Tier:  3 – Programmed / Festival Enabled Market

Riverside Twilight Market arrives at Ormeau Embankment on Friday 31st July as part of Féile na hAbhann (Festival of the River), bringing a vibrant evening market experience to the banks of the River Lagan.

For 2026, Féile na hAbhann coincides with Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, and this year’s programme has been specially expanded to welcome the thousands of visitors expected to begin arriving into Belfast ahead of the official Fleadh opening on Sunday 2nd August. Positioned as a Fleadh warm-up event, Riverside Twilight Market will transform the riverside into a lively celebration of food, music, culture and community.

Expect a mix of street food, artisan makers, local craft producers, live music and festival atmosphere. Positioned within walking distance of both Belfast City Centre and the official Ormeau Park Fleadh Campsite.

The celebrations continue on Saturday 1st August with a daytime food and craft market as part of the wider Féile na hAbhann programme, alongside extensive live entertainment, cultural activity and family-friendly programming across the area.