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Bring Your Next International Conference to Belfast
Beyond a venue. Discover a destination built for connection.
Create an event that brings your community together, inspires new thinking and leaves a lasting impact.
ICC Belfast is Northern Ireland's only purpose-built international conference centre, combining world-class event facilities with the energy, expertise and hospitality of one of Europe's most exciting emerging business events destinations.
Located in the heart of Belfast, ICC Belfast offers 7,000m² of flexible conference event space for up to 5,000 delegates, award-winning in-house event production and an experienced team committed to delivering exceptional international conferences, association congresses and corporate events.
But choosing Belfast is about much more than choosing a conference centre.
It's about bringing your delegates somewhere they can connect with each other, the destination and the ideas shaping the future.
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A City Made for Delegates
Great conferences aren't confined to conference rooms.
Located in the heart of the city, our Belfast conference centre puts delegates within easy reach of hotels, restaurants, transport links and some of the city's best experiences.With convenient air connections and airports within easy reach of the city, international delegates can arrive, check in and start experiencing Belfast without the complexity associated with larger destinations.
It's compact enough to connect. And ambitious enough to make an impact.
A conference centre built around your event
No two international conferences are the same. With 7,000m² of flexible event space, ICC Belfast gives you the freedom to create an event around your programme rather than fitting your programme around a venue. From major plenaries and exhibitions to parallel sessions, networking, poster presentations and hospitality, bring every part of your conference together under one roof.
Events That Leave Something Behind
The impact of an international conference should extend beyond its closing session. ICC Belfast works with organisers and partners to create meaningful connections with Belfast and Northern Ireland.
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ICC Belfast is an award-winning venue
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Frequently Asked
Why choose ICC Belfast for an international conference?
ICC Belfast is Northern Ireland’s only purpose-built international convention centre, offering 7,000m² of flexible event space for up to 5,000 delegates. From plenary sessions and exhibitions to breakouts, networking and hospitality, organisers can bring multiple elements of an international conference together in one venue.
Where is ICC Belfast located?
ICC Belfast is a city centre conference venue in Belfast, Northern Ireland, located beside the River Lagan. Its central location puts delegates within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, attractions and Lanyon Place railway station.
How many delegates can ICC Belfast accommodate?
ICC Belfast can accommodate up to 5,000 delegates venue-wide. The conference centre offers 7,000m² of flexible event space, including a 2,000-seat Main Auditorium, conference and exhibition halls, meeting rooms and breakout spaces.
Is ICC Belfast suitable for association conferences?
Yes. ICC Belfast is designed to support complex association conference programmes, including plenary sessions, parallel breakouts, exhibitions, poster presentations, networking and social events. Flexible spaces and an experienced event team allow the venue to be configured around the needs of each association and its delegates.
Is Belfast easy to reach for international delegates?
Yes. Belfast is served by George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport, with additional international connectivity available through Dublin Airport. ICC Belfast is approximately eight minutes from Belfast City Airport, 30 minutes from Belfast International Airport and a two-minute walk from Lanyon Place railway station.
What event spaces are available at ICC Belfast?
ICC Belfast offers 7,000m² of flexible event space, including the 2,000-seat Main Auditorium, conference and exhibition halls, meeting rooms, breakout spaces, foyers and hospitality areas. Spaces can be combined to support multi-stream international conference programmes.
What accommodation is available near ICC Belfast?
ICC Belfast's city centre location gives delegates access to a wide range of accommodation across Belfast, with hotels available within walking distance of the venue. This helps organisers create a connected conference experience without relying heavily on delegate transfers between hotels, the venue and the city.
How do I enquire about hosting a conference at ICC Belfast?
Tell the ICC Belfast team about your event type, preferred dates, expected delegate numbers and programme requirements through the event enquiry form. The team can then discuss your requirements and explore how ICC Belfast could work for your conference.
