The musician continues to be one of Northern Ireland’s most successful and influential artists
Van Morrison has officially announced that he will return to Belfast this summer with a concert at Mandela Hall on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, titled the Rock ’n’ Roll Swing Session. This intimate venue show follows his legendary Hyde Park performance in July and precedes weekend celebration concerts at Waterfront Hall later in August .
A statement from his team highlighted that Morrison “continues to be one of Northern Ireland’s most successful and influential artists,” underscoring how, even in his 80th year, he remains at the forefront of musical creativity in the city that shaped him .
Fans will be thrilled to know that tickets for the Mandela Hall show go on sale this week—Wednesday at 10 am local time—via Ticketmaster and official Van Morrison channels . The announcement also confirmed support from The Jive Aces, adding a lively, retro‑swing dimension to the event .
Van Morrison’s career, spanning seven decades, has carved an unmistakable legacy—from chart‑topping albums to pioneering genres like Celtic soul, jazz, and R&B. Milestones include historic albums such as Astral Weeks and Moondance, performances with the band Them, and global recognition through induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and receiving an OBE and knighthood .
Returning to Belfast for this special “Rock ’n’ Roll Swing Session” resonates deeply in the city where he was born and raised. Mandela Hall, located on the Queen’s University campus, is known for hosting energetic and historic performances—making it an ideal setting for this intimate yet celebratory show .
This Mandela Hall date also leads into a series of larger scale concerts in Belfast marking his 80th birthday weekend. Morrison will perform at Waterfront Hall on August 30 and 31, with another special event on September 14 titled An Evening of Words and Music .
All in all, this summer’s Belfast appearances offer a rare chance to experience Van Morrison in both intimate and grand settings—celebrating decades of musical innovation in the very city that inspired him most.