La Via Latteac (The Milky Way) 12-2pm

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Treat yourself or a loved one and join us in the path of cheesemaking, with Davide, our master cheesemaker. Learn about the history and science of cheesemaking. Hear about the creation and ethos of velocheese. Try your hand at stretching and forming Fior di Latte Mozzarella, hand making Burratas and creating Stracciatella. Enjoy your creations… Continue reading La Via Latteac (The Milky Way) 12-2pm

La Via Latteac (The Milky Way) 6-8pm

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Treat yourself or a loved one and join us in the path of cheesemaking, with Davide, our master cheesemaker. Learn about the history and science of cheesemaking. Hear about the creation and ethos of velocheese. Try your hand at stretching and forming Fior di Latte Mozzarella, hand making Burratas and creating Stracciatella. Enjoy your creations… Continue reading La Via Latteac (The Milky Way) 6-8pm

Banana Block Comedy Club

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Unfortunately, our Comedy Club has been cancelled. Ticket holders have been contacted. To follow up- please direct queries to the event organisers @indiefude
We look forward to inviting guests back to Comedy Clubs in the near future. Thank you for your understanding.

£20

Drag Bottomless Brunch

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

This summer we are teaming up with our very own Bodega Bagels for a series of DRAG BOTTOMLESS BRUNCHES.

Hosted by the hot lips themselves The Only Sassy and The Only Nina.

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

£35

Eastside Arts Festival: Ciaran Bartlett’s Comedy Club with Micky Bartlett & Paddy McDonnell

Banana Block 310 Newtownards Road, Belfast

Two of Northern Ireland comedy’s giants join forces for a one-off performance for EastSide Arts Festival, with Ciaran Bartlett as MC for the evening. Paddy McDonnell is renowned for his story telling and tall tales. Micky Bartlett is known for his trademark mix of blisteringly quick jokes and stories that would make a therapist go… Continue reading Eastside Arts Festival: Ciaran Bartlett’s Comedy Club with Micky Bartlett & Paddy McDonnell

£20

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