FOLK iN FUSION Announced For Belfast's Waterfront Hall on 13th January 2026!
FOLK iN FUSION: NASHVILLE TO BELFAST launches Belfast’s week of global folk and roots music in spectacular style.
This one-night-only concert at the Waterfront Hall brings together legends, Grammy winners, and rising stars for an evening where tradition meets bold new voices.
Leading the Nashville contingent is Amy Grant, the Grammy-winning icon whose influence spans decades across pop, gospel, and contemporary Americana. She joins Crystal Gayle, whose unmistakable voice has made her one of country music’s most beloved legends.
They’re joined by Rissi Palmer, celebrated Americana artist and host of Color Me Country; Jim Lauderdale, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and pillar of the Americana world; and rising Nashville songwriter Dee White, whose soulful country sound has earned industry acclaim.
The Nashville lineup continues with Ron Block, celebrated Grammy-winning banjoist of Alison Krauss & Union Station; mandolin prodigy Wyatt Ellis; and acclaimed singer-songwriter Jessica Willis Fisher.
From Ireland, the bill features electrifying performer Wallis Bird; acclaimed singer-poet David Keenan; fearless multi-instrumentalist Clare Sands; legendary uilleann piper Paddy Keenan; master fiddler Gerry O’Connor; and Brendan McCreanor, renowned piper and co-founder of FOLK iN FUSION and Your Roots Are Showing – Ireland’s Music Conference.
Experience Nashville to Belfast—secure your tickets for an unforgettable night. Don’t miss this landmark night as Nashville meets Belfast at the Waterfront Hall.
With thanks to our funders. This conference is supported by the Belfast & Northern Ireland Conference Subvention Scheme from Belfast City Council & Tourism Northern Ireland, administered by Visit Belfast.
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Please note, admission to the concert is not included in the conference pass.