Celebrating Street Art and Culture: A Weekend of Festivals in Belfast
Belfast, known for its rich history and vibrant culture, recently played host to a weekend packed with festivities that celebrated street art, comedy, circus performances, and arts and culture. Among the highlights were the renowned Hit the North (HTN) Festival, the Festival of Fools , and the Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival . Sr Papa Chango Established a decade ago as part of efforts to rejuvenate the North Street area of Belfast, Hit the North has become a cornerstone of Northern Ireland’s street art scene. Directed by Adam Turkington, the festival has evolved significantly over the years, attracting over 200 artists from around the world. From May 1st to May 5th, the streets of Belfast were transformed into a canvas for creativity, as internationally acclaimed artists like Veks Van Hillik , Dalal , Sophi Odling , Solus , Lydia Cao , Sr Papa Chango , Zabou and Yazan Mesmar , brought their unique styles to life. The culmination of the weeklong celebration was the ‘Block Party’