Events in Belfast Botanic Gardens - 2009

(updated 1 September 2009 - note Enchanted evenings cancelled)

 

9 May 2009
10am - 1pm.
The Friends of Botanic Gardens are holding a Plant Sale and Coffee Morning in the Palm House, Botanic Gardens.

22 May

7.30pm - 8.30pm

Open Air Gospel Meeting

3 June 2009

Opening at 5pm

Live Ballet (on big screen)

5-11 June

2pm - 5pm

Slavek Kwi presents - "Cinema for the ears". Sound installation integrated into the environment of the tropical Ravine House, plus performances.
27 June 2-5pm

Gig in the Park - Hope to Help Ministries

Concert to raise awareness of homelessness in Belfast

10 July 1-3pm Marriage Blessing in Rose Garden and Reception in Bowling Pavilion
6- 9 August 2009
Mid-day to 10pm.
Belfast Taste and Music Fest
Enjoy the best of Northern Ireland food with a Chicago twist on the Great Lawn at Botanic Gardens. A unique food and music event with guest chefs from Chicago. For information, contact connie@cunninghamevents.com
30 August 2009
Mid-day to 6pm
Contact: www.artsekta.org.uk
The Belfast Mela 2009. This vibrant, fun-filled multi-cultural event includes a food bazaar, and arts and crafts with an international theme. You can buy a variety of items — from African jewellery to Indian saris — while the kids enjoy games, clowns, jugglers, face painters and storytellers.
12 & 13 September Heritage Days - Frier's Bush and Palm House
19 & 20 September 2009
12.30pm – 6pm
Garden Gourmet
Garden Gourmet celebrates the seasonal foods, fruits, flowers and vegetables with entertainment for all the family. The Friends of Botanic Gardens will take you on a guided tour around Belfast’s own tropical jungle.
1 – 4 October 2009
7.30pm – 10pm
Last admission: 9.30pm

Enchanted Evenings at Botanic Gardens

as of 1 Sept this event has been cancelled - more info when we have it.
A magical family evening of enchantment under the moonlight in Botanic Gardens. Illumination of the Palm House, Tropical Ravine and key parkland trees, coupled with performing artists and ethereal musicians. Admission: adults £3, children £2. Entrance via Stranmillis and Botanic Avenue gates only. No dogs, except guide dogs permitted. For details call Botanic Gardens on 9031 4762.