Experience the Belfast Maritime Festival 2025 with a Stay at The Harrison
Every September, Belfast’s historic waterfront comes alive with colour, music, and seafaring spirit as the Belfast Maritime Festival 2025 sets sail once again. Taking place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th September, this much-loved annual event transforms the Maritime Milefrom Queen’s Quay to Titanic Quarter into a vibrant hub of nautical adventure.
If you’re planning a visit, there’s no better base than The Harrison Chambers of Distinction, a boutique hotel in Belfast located just minutes from the action.
What to Expect at Belfast Maritime Festival 2025
The festival is a celebration of Belfast’s proud shipbuilding and seafaring heritage, with entertainment and attractions for all ages:
Historic Ships: Step aboard magnificent visiting vessels including Andalucía, a replica Spanish galleon, and explore life at sea. HMS Caroline will also be open, offering an immersive journey into naval history.
Live Music & Entertainment: From folk and opera to jazz and Americana, over 60 musicians will perform along the Maritime Mile. Saturday night’s highlight concert features Hothouse Flowers under the stars.
Food & Markets: The Slipways Street Food Market and Artisan Farmers Market will showcase the best of Northern Ireland’s local produce, street food, and sweet treats.
Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, music lover, or simply looking for a lovely day out, the Maritime Festival promises an unforgettable experience.
Stay in Our Titanic-Themed Thomas Andrews Room
No celebration of Belfast’s maritime history would be complete without remembering the Titanic. At The Harrison, we honour this legacy with our Thomas Andrews Room—a luxurious space dedicated to the ship’s designer.
This decadent, maritime-inspired room combines elegance and storytelling, echoing the opulence of the Titanic itself. Guests can immerse themselves in Belfast’s shipbuilding heritage by day at the Maritime Festival, and by night in a room that captures the spirit of one of the city’s most famous sons.
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Boutique Hotel Belfast Near Titanic Quarter
Nestled along the leafy Lisburn Road and just a short drive from Titanic Quarter, The Harrison blends history, luxury, and individuality. Each of our 30 bedrooms is named after an iconic figure connected to Belfast’s cultural story—from Oscar Wilde to Van Morrison—with interiors that combine antique furnishings, original artwork, and modern comforts.
Guests enjoy:
Spacious ensuite rooms with unique design features
A residents-only piano bar with live music
Onsite parking with EV chargers
Easy access to Belfast city centre and waterfront attractions
Whether you’re visiting for the Maritime Festival, a weekend escape, or a special celebration, The Harrison offers luxury accommodation in Belfast that’s truly one of a kind.
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Plan Your Maritime Festival Weekend
Dates: Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th September 2025
Location: Belfast’s Maritime Mile (Titanic Quarter & Queen’s Quay)
Admission: Free for most events (Saturday evening concert is ticketed)
Combine your visit with a stay at The Harrison, and enjoy both the city’s maritime heritage and its cultural heartbeat. Where better to rest your head than in a Titanic-themed room designed to honour Belfast’s greatest shipbuilder?
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Book Your Stay Today
Rooms for September will fill quickly, so secure your place now at The Harrison Chambers of Distinction—your boutique base for the Belfast Maritime Festival 2025.
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