Tickets

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10th - 14th May

Located in the cultural heart of Belfast, Wake is a five-day transgressive festival that mixes the best in incendiary intellectual exploration with underground art, music, magic, comedy, tours and talks to forge an experience that embodies the destabilizing essence of pyrotheology.

Named after the Irish funeral ritual, Wake is a pop-up community that creates a space for radical ideas and personal rupture. It brings together a ragtag collection of dissidents, heretics, fools and fundamentalists from all over the globe. People who want to spend five days forging friendships, bidding farewell to old gods, and learning how to affirm life in all its dirt and depth.

What are the dates?

Wake starts on the evening of 10th May and ends at midnight on 14th May (with the bolt-on breakfast happening on 15th).

What should I expect?

This is a boutique festival carefully crafted to help inspire you, challenge you, and enrich your experience of life. I'll be there speaking, facilitating discussions and answering questions. But I'll also be curating the other content; bringing in academics, artists and activists who will help to create an immersive and life affirming environment. In addition to all the music, magic, and art, there will be plenty of pub conversations, tours, talks and laughter.

What’s included?

Included in the ticket price is admission to everything across the five days of Wake.. There will also be at least one dinner and some drinks. Everything else is up to you. There is also a bolt on breakfast on the Friday morning. This includes an Ulster Fry, mimosas and gifts at my place, overlooking the city.

Should I extend my stay?

Absolutely. It’s a very busy time in Belfast, with various festivals taking place before and after Wake, and there are always people hanging around afterwards.

What happens if I pay but can't go?

Because we base the program directly on the budget, we are unable to offer refunds, however we can offer credit toward future Wake festivals.

What are my transportation options?

The closest airport is the George Best City (BHD). It’s a 5 minute bus or taxi ride into the city (both can be found right on the doorstep of the airport (Uber also operates in Belfast). The other local airport is Belfast International (BFS). There is a bus at the airport that takes you directly into the city. From there, you can walk to the area where everything takes place. Dublin airport (DUB) is also a great option as flights there are often cheaper. It’s just under 2 hours from Belfast and there’s a bus outside the exit that will take you up (some of the buses don't take credit cards, so buy your ticket in advance or use either Euros or Sterling).

Where should I stay?

There are lots of great spots to stay in the area, from the basic to the luxurious. And all at very reasonable prices. You can look for an apartment in the Cathedral Quarter, or book into one of the many local hotels. My recommendations are:

• An apartment in the Cathedral Quarter (St. Annes Square is a great spot, as well as Obel Tower)

• The Premier Inn or the Ramada Encore for budget options (there are a few Premier Inns, so make sure you're booking the one located in the Cathedral Quarter)

• Bullitt for a very stylish and cool mid-price option

• The Merchant, if you want to make your stay that little bit more special