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"Belfast's Cathedral Quarter is the city's buzzing, creative soul"

Cathedral Quarter News

Hit the North | 1 – 4 May 2025 | Belfast



Hit the North, Belfast’s leading street art festival, returns from 1–4 May 2025, bringing a burst of creativity back to the city’s streets. This year, on Sunday 4th of May, 60 local and international artists will take over Kent Street and Union Street, creating live artworks in a range of styles and techniques.

Onlookers can watch as murals come to life throughout the day, with even larger pieces appearing across Belfast in the following weeks. The Block Party on Kent Street and Union Street will keep the energy high with urban art demos, food trucks, live tunes, and plenty of good vibes.

The event is free and open to everyone — come down, explore, and see the Cathedral Quarter transform before your eyes!

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