Belfast has been announced as the venue for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann for the second year in a row in 2027.
The decision was made today following a meeting of the ardchomhairle of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann at Cultúrlann na hÉireann in Dublin.
It follows a move to bring the world's largest celebration of Irish traditional music, song, dance, and culture to Belfast this year.
"The decision to award the Fleadh to Belfast for a second year is a reflection of the commitment and hard work from Belfast City Council and Ards CCÉ to delivering a Fleadh that is welcoming and inclusive for all," said the director general of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, Labhrás Ó Murchú.
Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Paul Doherty, said: "We're delighted our city will host the Fleadh again in 2027. It’s a tremendous honour for Belfast and underscores its status as the island’s only UNESCO City of Music.
"It allows us to build on 2026 and further strengthen Belfast’s position as a vibrant, inclusive city that celebrates its rich cultural heritage."
Uachtarán of Comhaltas, Attracta Ní Bhrádaigh said: "I am absolutely delighted that the 2027 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann has been awarded to Belfast for a second year.
"The commitment and cooperation between Comhaltas, Belfast City Council and Ards CCÉ has made this decision possible."
The Fleadh Cheoil will run this year from 2-9 August. It will be the first time the Fleadh is held in Belfast and only the second time it has gone north in 75 years.
Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend the Fleadh this summer bringing a huge economic boost to the city.
