from £185
Cheapest
(as of 16 Sept)
Belfast • United Kingdom
Mandela Hall
1 Elmwood Ave, Belfast BT9 6AZ, UK Open in Google Maps
Mandela Hall, Belfast, hosts 4 upcoming events between 26 Sep 2026 and 16 Mar 2027, with tickets from £185. General admission from £234.61.
Tickets from £185
On sale now 4 upcoming events
Some events here are sold only by the venue or the club. Mandela Hall official site
Upcoming shows and schedule
Across September 2026 – March 2027, Mandela Hall hosts 4 upcoming events. Featured headliners include The Scratch, Sixpence None the Richer, Levellers, and Rodrigo y Gabriela. Tickets currently start from £185.
Area and accommodation
Compare hotels and accommodation near this venue on an interactive map from our partner Stay22.
Loads content from stay22.com and needs marketing cookies. If you have not allowed them yet, this opens your cookie settings.
Upcoming events at Mandela Hall
from £190 (as of 16 Sept)
from £225 (as of 16 Sept)
from £245 (as of 16 Sept)
How much are tickets at Mandela Hall?
The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 4 upcoming dates. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.
| Where you sit | Tickets from | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| General admission | £234.61 | 4 |
What time do doors open at Mandela Hall?
The main entrance to Mandela Hall is located within the Queen's University Belfast Students' Union building on Elmwood Avenue. Queue arrangements typically form outside along Elmwood Avenue, leading into the Union's main doors.
Most upcoming dates start at 19:00 (4 of 4 listed dates); each event page carries its own start time.
Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.
About Mandela Hall: Layout, History & Architecture
Mandela Hall, situated within the modern Queen's University Belfast Students' Union building on Elmwood Avenue, opened its doors in 2022. This contemporary venue was designed to replace its predecessor, which occupied the same site for decades. Architecturally, the space reflects the functionalist aesthetic prevalent in modern university facilities, primarily utilising concrete, glass, and steel to create a robust, purpose-built environment for live events.
The hall operates primarily as a standing-room venue, accommodating approximately 1,200 patrons. Its configuration features a large, flat main floor directly fronting a elevated stage, providing a direct and immersive experience for audiences. A compact mezzanine level or balcony is positioned towards the rear of the auditorium, offering an alternative, slightly elevated vantage point with generally unobstructed views over the main crowd. Acoustically, the hall is engineered for contemporary amplified music. The inherent properties of its concrete construction mean that sound quality is largely managed and refined through an extensive, installed PA system and strategic acoustic treatments, rather than relying on natural reverberation.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entering Mandela Hall involves passing through the main Students' Union building, which provides ample foyer space and multiple bar facilities accessible both before and during events. The standing pit experience can become notably dense during high-capacity events, characteristic of a venue designed for energetic live performances. For those seeking a slightly less crowded experience, the rear mezzanine offers clear sightlines, though it removes the direct proximity to the stage. The atmosphere often reflects the vibrant university community, contributing to a lively and engaged audience. With 4 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £185. The next confirmed event on the calendar is The Scratch on 26th September 2026.