Kíla: Christmas Concert

Music Capital is delighted to welcome Kíla back to The Black Box, Belfast for theirmuch-loved annual Christmas concert on Sunday 27 December 2026.A festive tradition for many music lovers, Kíla’s post-Christmas Belfast show hasbecome one of the highlights of the city’s seasonal calendar.

Renowned for theirexplosive live performances, infectious rhythms and unique fusion of traditional Irishmusic with global influences, the band continue to captivate audiences whereverthey perform.Described by BBC World Review as “one of the most beautifully euphoric liveexperiences”, Kíla have spent decades building a reputation as one of Ireland’s mostdynamic and innovative bands.

Their unmistakable sound combines traditional Irishinstruments with world music influences, creating a live show that is both deeplyrooted in Irish culture and completely contemporary.Hot Press famously described the band as: “Softly spoken off stage and complete lunatics on it, Kíla have torn up the rulebookwith their wantonly eclectic mix of styles.

Brilliant!”The band’s reputation stretches far beyond Ireland.

U2 frontman Bono onceremarked: “Whatever it is... this is it.

Kíla are right there at the cusp of it...

Somehow you get thefeeling they lit the fuse for the big bang.”Over the years, Kíla have toured extensively across Europe, North America andbeyond, earning international acclaim for their electrifying live performances andmusical innovation.

Alongside their celebrated live work, the band has also achievedmajor success as composers, creating award-winning soundtracks for some ofIreland’s most beloved animated films.Their work on Song of the Sea, Wolfwalkers and other acclaimed productions fromCartoon Saloon brought their music to audiences worldwide.

In 2020, the band wonthe IFTA Award for Best Original Score for Arracht, while their collaboration withrenowned French composer Bruno Coulais on Wolfwalkers received widespreadinternational recognition.This special Christmas concert promises everything fans have come to expect fromKíla: soaring melodies, powerful rhythms, virtuoso musicianship and the joyfulenergy that has made them one of Ireland’s most treasured live acts.Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering the band for the first time, this annualfestive gathering offers a unique opportunity to experience one of Ireland’s greatestlive bands in the intimate surroundings of The Black Box.This event is 18+