AVA Belfast will return 29–30 May 2026, marking the festival’s twelfth edition. The location is still under wraps, with full venue details to follow early next year.
Founded from Belfast’s grassroots electronic scene, AVA has grown into one of the UK and Ireland’s key festivals for electronic music, visual arts and contemporary culture. The focus remains the same: Irish artists at the core, international names building around them.
Previous line-ups have shown that balance clearly, pulling in artists like Underworld, Orbital, Larry Heard, Jon Hopkins, Nia Archives, MCR-T, VTSS and I Hate Models, alongside local favourites and long-running supporters of the community including Bicep, Holly Lester, Jordan Nocturne, EMBY, Swoose, Chalk and more. The 2026 edition will continue to mix DJs, live acts and MC-driven performances.
Early Bird for AVA Belfast tickets go on sale 10AM, Thursday 27 November, but only for those who pre-register. The festival will again offer multiple ways to attend, including:
- General Weekend Tickets
- Group Tickets
- Deposit / Instalment options
More details including the location, first artists and visual programme will arrive in early 2026.
