Our Crimson Ball is fast approaching so this is your last chance to get tickets to join us for what promises to be a great evening. We're #StrongerTogetherToBeatBloodCancer so join us on 3rd October in Titanic Belfast. llni.co.uk/event/the-crimson…

Thank you! 🧡

Do you know 10 of the most common symptoms associated with Blood Cancers? Research is the key to finding new and better treatments for blood cancer patients so please consider donating £10 to help us fund vital local research. llni.co.uk/get-involved/dona… #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth

Going into the weekend with... 🎄Together For Christmas @EmmaLouWriter (Oct 22) @PenguinUKBooks 🇫🇷Winter Guest #KarenSwan (Oct 8) 👻Scare BnB 2 @doyle_cat (Sep 24) @KidsBloomsbury 🎹The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse #HeatherMorris (Oct 22) @FirefinchBooks

Our Halloween Blood Run is back! Do something fang-tastic this Halloween and join us and our partners Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service and Kingsbridge Foundation for this great family friendly event. register.enthuse.com/ps/even…

NEW: Thank you to Belfast for hosting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 – an open letter to the city   

On behalf of hosts Belfast City Council, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Ards CCÉ, a message of thank you to everyone in the city, as Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann draws to a close after eight days of unforgettable music, colour and friendship: 


“A leithéid de sheachtain nach raibh feicthe ariamh i mBéal Feirste. Ceol, craic is draíocht san aer ar fud fad na seachtaine is trasna na cathrach ar fad.

“Words cannot do justice to how proud I am of this city and the magic that it has produced over the last eight days. The pictures and videos of our people, our music and our streets projected right around the world show our city at its best.

“Our spirit, our craic and our shared love of music, from all our different communities, have all been embraced and displayed for everyone to enjoy.

“Tháinig na sluaite isteach go lár a’ bhaile lenár gceol is ár gcultúr a roinnt le chéile agus bhí sé galánta An Ghaeilge a fheiceáil chomh flúirseach sin is le cloisteáil gach áit.

“When I opened Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann last Sunday, I described it as a full circle moment for our city. But it’s also been a watershed moment – a sign of our city’s strength, ambition and future potential. Fleadh 2026 has surpassed all of our expectations.

“Go raibh céad míle maith agaibh to everyone for their support, participation and generosity of spirit – you have all done Belfast proud.” Councillor Róis-Máire Donnelly, Lord Mayor of Belfast


“Bringing the Fleadh to Belfast has been a long time in the making and seeing it come to life on our streets this past week will live long in the memory.

“To our brilliant local musicians, dancers and performers, our host branch Ards CCÉ and our friends at Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann who entrusted us with their event, thank you for your guidance and talent. 

“To our council staff who have gone the extra mile to do what they do best – delivering for our city and residents. You have put Belfast on the map for all the right reasons – with your words, your efforts, your skills and your co-ordination of events, campsites, Park and Rides and everything in between. 

“Our elected members saw the potential of Fleadh to bring communities together, and our partners at PSNI, Translink, Visit Belfast, Tourism Northern Ireland, the Department for Infrastructure, the Department for the Economy, Volunteer Now, St John’s Ambulance and many others have all helped deliver a safe and welcoming event for everyone.

“Local businesses have worked with us, over many months, to maximise the opportunities the Fleadh has presented. Together with our venues, community partners and cultural organisations, they have made our streets sing with a vibrancy which has rippled out into every corner of our city.  

“And, finally, to our residents – thank you for opening your hearts and minds to the Fleadh. Whether you volunteered, performed or became a proud tourist in your hometown, your support, co-operation and positivity have all been essential in making the event such a huge success – I hope to see you all at the Fleadh again, 1-8 August 2027.”

John Walsh, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council, and Co-chair of Fleadh Executive Committee 
“We have had an unprecedented Fleadh of music, magic and memories. Belfast opened its doors and hearts to the multitudes who came from far and near for this amazing celebration, which will have an encore in 2027.

“One million fans can say to Belfast ‘you are the envy of the world’, with perhaps billions worldwide aware of the cultural history made in August 2026.”

Dr Labhrás O Murchú, Ardstiúrthóir, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann


“What an incredible week. Everyone I have spoken to has had an amazing time here in Belfast, thousands of people all on a high.

“Belfast has shone, the world has come to our doorstep, bringing the biggest numbers ever seen for a Fleadh Cheoil…

💚 The Fleadh is the very, very best of us, an incredible celebration of Irish music, culture and heritage. Absolutely delighted to be back in Béal Feirste for the biggest ever Fleadh, with more than one million visitors already! If you’re in Belfast this weekend, enjoy yourself! 🎶💚

My 11 yr old son playing the banjo on the streets of Belfast today, watched on by a happy passer by. What utter joy the fleadh has been! Happy, smiling faces on packed streets, music in the air, showing the very best of Belfast and beyond 💚 Photo Jim McKee

We all know I'm a winter and Christmas gremlin, but how can I be anything else when I've got these fabulous reads on my tbr... @anita_faulkner_ @jo_thomas01 @SarahMorgan_ @EmmaLouWriter #EmilyStone

The two leads from my new musical, Country Girl, stood on stage today at Marketplace Theatre Armagh for the first time. My daughter captured this moment ❤️ We open in 3 months. The dream is becoming real ✨️ #countrygirlthemusical

The Crimson Ball on Saturday 3rd October is the perfect way to celebrate the blood cancer community and highlight the progress of research in improving the lives of blood cancer patients in NI. Get your tickets now at: llni.co.uk/event/the-crimson… #StrongerTogetherToBeatBloodCancer

Our Myeloma Patient and Supporter Forum provided guests the opportunity to hear about current myeloma research and treatments as well as talks on the history of myeloma and living well with myeloma. Thank you to everyone who joined us. #MyelomaAwarenessWeek

To mark the start of #myelomaawarenessweek we are sharing some information on myeloma and some symptoms to be aware of. For further information head to the @MyelomaUK and familiarise yourself with the warning signs myeloma.org.uk/how-you-can-h… #MyelomaResearch

The Crimson Ball on Saturday 3rd October is the perfect way to celebrate the blood cancer community. To mark #WorldBloddDonorDay on 14th June we're offering a 10% discount on Ball Tickets. Use code WBD26 at checkout to receive the discount. llni.co.uk/event/the-crimson…

There is still time to sign up for our free Myeloma Patient & Supporters Forum on 18th June at 2.30pm. Open to anyone affected by, or interested in Myeloma, this is an opportunity to learn about the latest developments, support and research. llni.co.uk/event/myeloma-pat…

#DidYouKnowMonday #BloodCancerResearch

@mikenesbittni @SorchaEastwood @PaulMaskeyMP Did you know that anyone aged 17-55 and in good health can join the bone marrow donor register @DKMS. In ROI its aged 18-45 can join @Giveblood_ie Please share and help someone who’s only hope of survival is a bone marrow transplant

Would be finished if it wasnt for work! Im flying through it! Absolutely love it, you have excelled yourself ❤️🥰

Country Girl is at the Balmoral Show! Well, our shiny new flyers are. Thanks to Jim & Helen at the Jim McKee Art & French Antiques stall for displaying these for me. You'll find Jim at section EK88 where he has lots of beautiful artwork including originals, cards and prints.

Oh wow, I hope you enjoy 🧡🧡🧡