Cover Versions

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Cover Versions is a collaborative exhibition at Sound Advice between Us Folk Illustration & Sound Advice for late-night art Belfast. Free admission. Opening night 6-9 pm with free drinks courtesy of Ri Ra Beer. Exhibition on display in Banana Block through August 31st. 

Circusful Presents: Jitterbug Jackson – I used to Dream of Rocket Ships

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Hugh W. Brown (aka Jitterbug Jackson) has been entertaining audiences all over the world for more than 25 years. I USED TO DREAM OF ROCKET SHIPS, Jitterbug Jackson’s signature show, is an exhilarating blend of circus, music, dance, song and comedy. An absurd and inventive one-man cabaret that explodes with energy from the get-go, allowing… Continue reading Circusful Presents: Jitterbug Jackson – I used to Dream of Rocket Ships

£10

Circusful Presents: Jitterbug Jackson – I used to Dream of Rocket Ships

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Hugh W. Brown (aka Jitterbug Jackson) has been entertaining audiences all over the world for more than 25 years. I USED TO DREAM OF ROCKET SHIPS, Jitterbug Jackson’s signature show, is an exhilarating blend of circus, music, dance, song and comedy. An absurd and inventive one-man cabaret that explodes with energy from the get-go, allowing… Continue reading Circusful Presents: Jitterbug Jackson – I used to Dream of Rocket Ships

£10

Circusful Presents: The Caolan McBride Show!

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Caolan is a Professional Magician with over 20 years of experience. He balances every performance with a natural blend of charm, sharp wit, and unmatched skill. Caolan has toured shows extensively across America, taught magic to famous actors for their roles in television dramas and even performed in OUTER SPACE! Ok, that last part isn’t… Continue reading Circusful Presents: The Caolan McBride Show!

£10

Drag Bottomless Brunch

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Don't miss our final drag bottomless brunch of the Summer!

Hosted by the hot lips themselves The Only Sassie and Elle Vosque with special guest Venus is the New Black.

Come down, watch the stunner queens perform, sink as much prosecco as possible and eat all of the delicious breakfast treats by Bodega.

£35

Top Shelf : Ricky Chong at Sound Advice

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

TOP SHELF returns with Ricky Chong.

TOP SHELF is a series of intimate late-night parties at record store Sound Advice Belfast running from April to October. Each event is limited to 50 spots, 8pm-12pm, Banana Block bar will be open throughout.

£10

Mossariums with The Green East

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Come and relax in the lovely, leafy Banana Ring at Banana Block and try something new. 

We will show you the process of making mossariums. Mossariums are closed eco-systems used to specifically grow different types of moss. We will also add some leafy You’ll have the chance to landscape your own magical mossy world in a jar, and learn all about mosses and the important role they play in our environment. 

All materials will be provided and you’ll have your own mossarium to take home with you on the day. 

£45

Postponed-Wine and Velo Cheese

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Monthly wine club is postponed until September. Come join our own Sommelier Amy and our resident cheese maker Davide for a couple of hours and talk all things wine and cheese with a couple of glasses along the way! The sixth instalment kicks off by understanding the concept of what Orange wine is, matched with award-winning Italian cheeses.

£40

Festival of Asia

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

The Festival of Asia returns to Banana Block on Saturday, September 2nd. Bring the whole family for a day of revelry as we celebrate all Asian cultures in Northern Ireland! Over 25 vendors and live cultural performances. Free entry.

Free

Irish Language Taster Session

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Join Turas for a two hour Irish Language Taster Session in Banana Block. 

“Turas” meaning journey or pilgrimage in both Irish Gaelige and Scots Gàidhlig is an Irish language project which aims to connect people from Protestant communities to their own history with the Irish language. Turas is based on the belief that the language belongs to everyone and that it can be a mechanism of reconciliation.

Late Night Art: Creative Exchange Presents Works in Progress

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Creative Exchange presents Works in Progress at Banana Block.

Works in Progress is an exhibition of work by studio artists from Creative Exchange for Late Night Art Belfast.

Thursday 7th September, 6-9pm.

Banana Block Bar and tenants will be open throughout. 

KBS Presents: VESELI, THELMA + more

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

KBS takeover the Banana Block Warehouse for a night of fast-paced techno sure to leave Belfast on edge. Joining the line up is massive headliners, VESELI & THELMA.

£16.75