French Evening of Dance ~ with instruction & live music

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm UTC+01:00

An Droichead | Belfast

Bal Feirste
Publisher/HostBal Feirste
French Evening of Dance ~ with instruction &  live music
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Come and enjoy some easy to follow French circle and couple dances. Instruction given ~ partner not necessary.
About this Event

🥳 - come and join Bal Feirste in an evening of dance; instruction will be given - circle dances, couple dances - great craic!


- Live music from the House Band

- Raffle - be in to win!

- BYO, with Eco cups to buy or borrow for the evening

- Parking available at the venue


Book early to avoid disappointment as numbers will be capped. Discounted online sales (£8) will end at noon on the day before the event, for admin purposes. You can also pay at the door, bal price per person £12 (cash only).

We currently meet once a month (excluding July and August), and include a mix of repeated dances and 1 or 2 new dances each month, as well as a repeat of dances taught at our workshops.


Balfolk is a form of folk dancing that is very popular across Europe. Our evening will include a wide variety of dances; from the repetitive and hypnotic Breton chains, lively and intricate bourrées from central France, rhythmic energetic solo dances from the Pays Basque, couple dances and progressive dances - something for everyone.


A review: "I would highly recommend Bal Feirste! You learn regional folk dances from various parts of France in a very relaxed setting, in the company of very friendly, welcoming people from all parts, including France and NI, with a backdrop of live music and some singing too.

No need to worry if you think you can’t dance or are coming alone - you’ll be guided as you go along and finding a partner is no problem. Plus many of the dances are group dances. Dancing with Bal Feirste is a great way to meet people, keeps you fit and makes you smile! See you at your next event! Many thanks, Jennifer"


Logistics: please note that An Droichead's pedestrian gate will not be open. As you enter Cooke Street, the carpark for An Droichead is the first set of gates on the left. Entry to the building is via the carpark, from there, walk past the mobile classroom on your right, and turn right. The main red brick building will be on your left, walk straight ahead to the metal gate, and take a left.


The bal will take place on the upper floor of the main red-bricked building.


For your information, Bal Feirste is a not-for-profit organisation, with a very small committee of volunteers. Sadly, we don't have the capacity to manage requests for refunds. If you wish to advertise a ticket for sale on the FB page, we can approve the post.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

An Droichead, 20 Cooke Street, Belfast, United Kingdom

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GBP 8.00

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