- Seven businesses were confirmed as official Fleadh sponsors on 17 July 2026.
- Maxer and Donnelly Group are official digital and vehicle partners.
- The event runs from 2 to 9 August 2026 and expects over 800,000 visitors.
- TG4 and RTÉ are official media partners broadcasting live from Belfast.
- Tourism NI provided £1 million in support for the event.
Seven major businesses have been confirmed as official sponsors of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast, running from 2 to 9 August 2026.
Maxer, Donnelly Group, Dalata Hotel Group, Clover Group, Jigsaw, the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at the University of Limerick and Salty Buoy Beer Company have all signed up as sponsors. Maxer is the official digital partner, while Donnelly Group is the official vehicle partner.
The event is expected to generate significant economic, cultural and tourism benefits for Belfast. Hosts Belfast City Council and event partners Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Ards CCÉ are preparing to welcome more than 800,000 people over the eight-day festival. TG4 and RTÉ are official media partners, broadcasting live from Belfast throughout the festival.
Ian McLaughlin has stated the sponsors’ support demonstrates a shared belief in the power of music and culture to drive economic impact. Brendan McAleer from Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann has thanked the sponsors for their commitment. £1 million of support from Tourism NI is also helping maximise the economic benefits of the event.
Ian McLaughlin shared, “Their support demonstrates the strong partnership between the event and the business community, and a shared belief in the power of music and culture to bring people together in friendship, drive economic impact and showcase Belfast at its very best.”
Brendan McAleer from Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann shared, “Their support is an investment in our culture, our communities and the thousands of musicians, performers and visitors who make the Fleadh such a special celebration each year.”
