The Belfast 2024 summer programme, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, will offer unique events in new spaces for citizens to participate in this August and September.
Events include Water Works on August 3rd, featuring a procession of 10,000 handmade boats along the River Lagan, ROOTS from August 10-18 at the Black Mountain Shared Space Facility, and Shadowdock from September 26-29 at Thompson Dock, offering immersive experiences combining light and sound.
An additional event, The Wiggle Room, a digital playroom for all ages, will open in September at The MAC Belfast, providing a free drop-in space for interactive play and exploration.
These events are part of Belfast 2024’s celebration of the city’s culture and creativity, encouraging creativity and supporting the arts sector to bring creativity into new spaces.
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Micky Murray said “these projects are a real testament to that ethos – exciting, inspirational events which look to do something different and go beyond the norm, urging audiences to think about the spaces around us in new and different ways. This weekend’s Water Works celebration is the climax to months of hard work and insights into what our city’s rivers mean to us, and what they could be in the future. Similarly, the growth of the community garden here at Black Mountain has seen new friendships and skills blossom, alongside conversations about our divided past and hopes for the future. Shadowdock is a chance to bring an iconic place back to life and see our industrial heritage through new eyes, while The Wiggle Room will open up a much loved asset to a new audience – inviting families to have fun and enjoy time together in the city centre. “I’m looking forward to joining audiences at these events, and would encourage people to come along and get involved in enjoying everything that Belfast 2024 has to offer.”
Paul Mullan, Director at The National Lottery Heritage Fund said “we are pleased to support ten exciting Belfast 2024 Our Future Heritage projects which are using £250,000 of heritage funding, made possible by National Lottery players to explore Belfast’s heritage. Together, cultural organisations, artists and community groups are providing opportunities for people to engage with the city’s built, cultural, industrial, maritime, natural and intangible heritage, uncovering forgotten or overlooked sites and stories. This summer, we are celebrating #HeritageisOpen by highlighting interesting places and events. We’re looking forward to seeing Waterworks, ROOTS and Shadow Dock come to life in spaces across the city for everyone to enjoy.”
