Christmas 2026 🐻‍❄️

A reimagined classic that's just right.

25 Nov 2026 - 1 Jan 2027 | Link in bio

I’m Hoot, the owl with the sharpest wit in the northern hemisphere. I see all, I say what everyone else is thinking, and frankly, I deserve my own dressing room.

See me steal the show in Jack Frost at the MAC, 26 Nov – 1 Jan.

🔗 bit.ly/MACJackFrost

Are you a talented, passionate culinary leader ready to step into a dynamic venue that’s more than just a kitchen? We’re looking for someone who help shape the heart of our venue’s café-bar and event catering.

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“The Upside Down House marks out Ciaran Haggerty as a resourceful young voice to follow and watch”. Tinderbox at @themacbelfast.bsky.social with Shaun Blaney andnColm McCready for @belfastfestival.bsky.social. My @britishtheatreguide.info review…

The Upside Down House Preview 🏠

The doors aren't quite open, maybe like a window? Doesn't matter book your tickets to this heartfelt, hilarious, and wildly imaginative time-bending story.

22 Oct – 2 Nov | 16+ | themaclive.com/event/the-up...

Photograph of a woman sitting behind a table which is covered with small prints, zines, and other brightly coloured artwork. The woman is smiling at the camera. The sign on the table says BJB Arts.

Event change: Unfortunately Elly Makem is no longer able to lead today's Signs of Dissent drop-in workshop, but we’re very pleased that Bailie Burrell has stepped in.

Drop in to the Den (level 6) @themacbelfast.bsky.social from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm today to make your mark! Free, no booking required.

With deep sadness we mark the passing of Manchán Magan. He was due to return to the MAC in a few weeks with Arán & Im a generous sharing of Irish that paired words with warm sourdough and stories with care. Suaimhneas síoraí air.

🌈 The MAC has been nominated at this year’s GNI MAG Awards.

This recognition celebrates everything we do together. From Pride workshops and queer-led exhibitions to providing free space for community events and walking proudly in the parade each year.

It’s all about creating a space for everyone 💛

The MAC roof: previously decorative, now sustainable.

#TheMACBelfast #ClimateInAction

Accidental art 🎨

Have you noticed the perfectly cut in half screw, stuck in one of our floors? It’s not part of the original design, but somehow it fits. A happy accident that adds some extra character to the MAC.

See if you can find it on your next visit!

Thank you to Natasha and Edward from @grenfell_united for being so generous with their time last week. It has been empowering for our staff team and our activist partners from @nooneleftbehind_ppr to come together, hear testimony and share ideas.

‘Grenfell’ by Steve McQueen will be shown at the MAC from 17 July – 21 September 2025

Find out more about the exhibition: bit.ly/MAC-Grenfell

Our Playroom is open Tuesday–Sunday, 9am–5pm — a bright, welcoming space full of art materials, books, toys, and endless creative possibilities. Perfect for curious little minds (and a great spot for grown-ups to grab a coffee and relax too ☕).

And the best part? It’s completely FREE.

A Queer Dander looks at the history of pride in Belfast by interviewing a small but representative selection of the community on reflecting on the concept of Belfast Pride within the wider context of Northern Ireland, how it came to be and what role it needs to play in our futures. 15 - 27 July

3 million people have walked through our doors.

some came for the art.
some came for the toilets.
we welcomed them all.

#MACBelfast #3MillionAndCounting #ArtsForAll

Sound checking with @ivgorchestra.com at @themacbelfast.bsky.social for tonight’s show!

Waste Less, Live More ♻️

Planning your trip to see us? Make it a zero waste visit with some easy switches.

Simple acts, big impacts – doing something as simple as bringing your own keep cup can make a big difference in a year!

#ClimateInAction #ZeroWaste #WorldEnvironmentDay #SmallActBigImpact

What is the sky?
Where do we go when we dream?
Why are we like this?

We can answer none of these! But our reading nook on the 2nd floor is here to help!

It's got books, essays & celestial vibes. Second floor, MAC 📚

Tomorrow: National Drawing Day 2025! 🖍️

Join artist and storyteller Jason Parkes for a playful, hands-on workshop that flips drawing on its head. Expect fun, movement, and creativity — no “usual” drawing required!

17 May | 10am-12pm | 7-11 yrs | Tickets: buff.ly/VQisdZb

✨ We regret to inform you: the night sky is missing. (Well, sort of.)

Planisphere shows the night sky as it should look—if we hadn’t flooded it with light.

Come and spin to your birthday. See what you’re not seeing!

Tues–Sun | 11–5ish | Link in bio if you don’t feel like talking to a person

The reviews are in:

"Murder for Two? More like Murder for You — because you’ll die laughing."

haha good one Mr...okay, so what no one ACTUALLY wrote that, but honestly they should have, it was right there.

#MurderForTwo #theatre #Belfast #MACBelfast

🚨SOMEONE’S BEEN MURDERED!! 🚨

But honestly it’s fine tho—there’s like music, jokes, and two actors unravelling etc. Pure chaos but in like a fun come see it way!!

themaclive.com/event/murder...

#MurderForTwo #theatre

Theatre review: Murder for Two from Bruiser Theatre Company and the Mac Belfast at The Mac, Belfast Theatre review of Murder for Two (Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair) from Bruiser Theatre Company and the Mac Belfast at The Mac, Belfast - reviewer: Michael Quinn

"Laugh-a-minute… satisfyingly very silly… If you can, go!"
Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair’s hugely entertaining Murder for Two from Bruiser Theatre Company at @themacbelfast.bsky.social boasts faultless performances. My @britishtheatreguide.info review: www.britishtheatreguide.info/reviews/murd...

Our #Give5 workshop with artist Lynne Connolly, exploring wider healing options, was a real tonic! Check out our beautiful books 📚

More with Lynne coming soon - stay tuned 👀

Thanks to @themacbelfast.bsky.social for hosting us 💙

Learn more about #Give5 👉 www.nlb.ie/take-action/...

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