Gig Buddies Belfast

06/03/2026

Our incredible powerhouse Deirdre McKenna will be speaking at in this Saturday. Check the details below.

Don’t miss her words of wisdom and tales of activism. She is a a constant source of support to our community and a true inspiration to me personally. We are beyond proud of her!

Speaker Announcement!
Deirdre McKenna is an artist, organiser and activist from the disabled community. Deirdre has contributed to the creative life of the city for more than 25 years and has acted as an advocate for disabled and non disabled people’s rights, with a specific interest in the arts.

17/02/2026

Have you heard our good news?
Super proud of the Black Box team earning warmest welcome at The Inclusive Tourism Awards!
Extra big shout out to our incredible Outreach Officer Deirdre for all her hard work!


Black Moon Belfast City Council Black Box

28/01/2026

January is almost over already and we are getting prepped for our Recruitment Day on Monday 2 February in the The Green Room at Black Box!

We will be hanging out and chatting about the wonderful work we do at all of the Black Box Projects, Black Moon and and telling you all about how you can get involved.

Please pop in for a cuppa or a cheeky pint and learn more about how you can join the Black Box crew!



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19/01/2026

VOLUNTEERS WANTED ❗️

Was your January resolution to get out more? Meet more friends? Get creative? Go to more live events? Gain a sense of community? We’ve got you covered, with plenty of options to choose from…

➡️ Gig Buddies Belfast
Join the Belfast cohort of an international project, matching volunteers and participants with learning disabilities and/or autism, to enjoy arts and culture together!

➡️ Black Moon
Our staple monthly club night ran by the learning disabled community. Come show us your moves!

➡️ Express Yourself Social Café
Get creative with our community, weekly in our Black Box Green Room.

➡️ Mini Moon
Think Black Moon, for children and families! This event is ran 4 times a year. Disco, fun, creativity and playfulness.

Come along to our Volunteer Recruitment Session
🗓️2nd February 7pm
📍Black Box Green Room

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12/01/2026

Want to meet new people and hear what’s coming up with Gig Buddies in 2026? 🎶

Join us for an informal session to meet participants, learn more about the project, and find out how you can get involved as a volunteer.

📍 Black Box – Green Room
📅 Monday 9th February
⏰ 7pm

05/01/2026

Happy New Year beautiful people. We are kicking off the year with Black Moon New Year Party tomorrow from 7pm n the Black Box so looking forward to boogying into 2026 with you all!

Tickets are £6 including a Free PA Ticket

Please be aware that Hill Street has been partially pedestrianised so cars will have to drop off at 44 Hill Street or on Waring Street unless you have your Blue Badge on display. Check out further information on Black Moons post below!

HAPPY NEW YEAR CLUBBERS!! BLACK MOON DATES FOR 2026 ARE OUT!! POP THEM IN YOUR PLANNERS AND HOPEFULLY SEE YOU ON TUESDAY FOR OUR NEW YEAR'S PARTY!!
PLEASE NOTE - we have changed the ticket price to £6 (free personal assistant tickets)
Owing to the pedestrianisation of part of Hill Street we wanted to share some information. Access to the street by car is available for blue badge holders at any time, any day.
If you have any queries about it please call us on 02890 244400 or email [email protected]
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16/12/2025

Come and join the Black Box team! We are seeking a bookings and communications officer, could it be you?! 👀

✨𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚✨
𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 & 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗥

The Bookings & Communications Officer is the first point of contact for those wanting to get in touch with The Black Box. They are responsible for the day-to-day administration of the organisation and communication with audiences, artists and stakeholders. This dynamic role requires a highly organised and self-motivated individual, who has the ability to multitask.

Key Details:
Job Title: Bookings & Communications Officer
Location: Black Box Office, Oh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon Street, BT12LG
Black Box, 18-22 Hill Street, Belfast, BT12LA
Status: Less than Full Time, Permanent, 32 hours (4 days) per week
Salary: £20,966.40 (£26,208 pro rata) with increase April 2026
Pension: Opt-in (NEST)
Annual Leave: 25 flexible leave days plus statutory holidays (pro rata)

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Administration Systems Management & Information
Room Hire Bookings,
Event Coordination & Box Office Systems Management
Marketing and Promotion
Team Working

Essential Criteria:
-At least 1 year of administrative experience
-Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel)
-Ability to multitask and be self-organised
-Excellent communication skills

Desirable Criteria:
-Familiarity with Adobe editing software
-Excellent working knowledge of the Belfast and NI arts sector
-Familiarity with ticketing platforms such as Ticketsolve

The Application Process:
Please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected] in either Word or PDF format no later than 3pm on Friday 5th January 2026.

This should include:
-A concise CV including any work experience, qualifications or training that is relevant to this role
-A covering letter (no more than 2 A4 pages) telling us why your skills and experience make you the best candidate for this role based on the criteria below.
A completed equal opportunities form

Deadline for Applications: Friday 5th January 2026

Interviews Anticipated: Week beginning 12th January 2026

APPLICATION PACK HERE: https://www.blackboxbelfast.com/were-recruiting-a-bookings-communications-officer/

03/12/2025

Happy international day of persons with disabilities!

Here’s your reminder that:
⭐️ Disabled people can party
⭐️ Disabled people can enjoy music, gigs, art, culture that is accessible to them
⭐️ Disabled people can stay up late
⭐️ Disabled people rock!

Hope you’re having an amazing day,
Gig Buddies

28/11/2025

We’re getting festive with Gig Buddies on 8th December at 7pm in the Black Box Green Room!
Expect pizza, board games, Christmas tunes and plenty of craic 🍕🎄

DM us or email [email protected] to let us know you’re coming!

Image description: Bright, bold poster with a dancing cartoon Christmas tree, neon yellow text saying “Christmas Party,” and event details for Gig Buddies Belfast’s festive meetup.

07/11/2025

Friendship, fun, and unforgettable gigs! 🥁🎸

With coming to a close we’re remembering all the amazing friendships and good times made through Gig Buddies.
Bringing people together through a shared love of music, craic, and nights out.



Image description:
A bright pink poster for Gig Buddies Belfast featuring the logo (yellow circle with headphones and the words “Gig Buddies Belfast”) and the text “Befriending Week 2025.” Below, a filmstrip-style collage shows photos of Gig Buddies participants smiling, dancing, and enjoying live events together.

01/11/2025

Join us Monday 3rd November at 7pm in the Black Box Green Room for cocktails, snacks, karaoke and a short film screening!

For more info DM or email gigbuddies@blackboxbelfast@com

ID: Image features music notes, pumpkins and bats. text reads “Halloween Karaoke Night”