The Autumn Equinox this year, it’s being celebrated with a weekend of climate and environmental action in Belfast. From Friday 20th September to Sunday 22nd September, Brink! has partnered with Climate Craic CIC to bring together an exciting mix of workshops, panels, and events focused on sustainability. The festival inspires to create positive change by connecting people with environmental and climate justice issues through a variety of engaging activities.

Speaking to Jacinta Hamley, Founder of Climate Craic CIC says ‘‘The Autumn Equinox is a perfect moment for reflection and action. With everything from climate justice panels to hands-on workshops, this weekend is about empowering people to take part in the changes we need for a livable future.’’

The weekend’s events will be held at Brink!—a beautiful vibrant and urban space located at the top of Royal Avenue and North Street, which has been repurposed to make way for Belfast Stories, an upcoming visitor centre dedicated to the city’s unique narrative. This space, once neglected, has been transformed into a thriving hub where art, culture, and sustainability converge. It will serve as the perfect backdrop for a weekend of fun, discussion, and community engagement.

A Packed Program of Events

The Autumn Equinox Festival is set to offer something for everyone. From hands-on workshops to thought-provoking panels, the topics will range from food sustainability and waste management to fashion, climate justice, and the role of culture in driving environmental change. Alongside discussions, the weekend will feature film screenings, music performances, an artisan market, and even family-friendly activities. The event promotes a diverse and inclusive atmosphere, where individuals from all ages and backgrounds are welcome to attend. 

Jacinta continues ‘‘We’re not just talking about climate action—we’re celebrating the possibilities it creates for our city and our communities.”

The festival aims to bring communities together, showcasing the leadership and actions already 

Partners Making an Impact

Brink! partners include National Lottery Heritage Fund, Bryson Recycling, Climate+, and QUB. 

Climate Craic partners include Belfast City Council Community Festival Fund, Belfast 2024 Bank of Ideas, and Friends of the Earth Northern Ireland.

Brink! has earned a reputation for creating innovative spaces that challenge the status quo, transforming neglected areas into thriving hubs of urban food growing, cultural engagement, and creative expression. Their events, held during each solstice and equinox, are designed to make people think differently about urban living, sustainability, and the potential for positive change.

Meanwhile, Climate Craic is dedicated to celebrating climate action through inclusive and creative events. Having hosted Northern Ireland’s first Climate Action Festival at Stormont in 2021, followed by a successful event at Ormeau Park in 2022, Climate Craic has a track record of bringing people together to highlight the joy and beauty of environmental stewardship.

An Invitation to Collaborate

The Brink! and Climate Craic teams are extending an open invitation to organisations that share their vision to partner with them on the event. Whether you’re involved in sustainability, social justice, or cultural initiatives, this is an opportunity to join a growing movement that prioritises community-driven, creative approaches to tackling climate change.

With a wide-reaching program and the potential for high attendance, the Autumn Equinox Festival offers a platform for both learning and action. If you’re interested in becoming part of this inspiring event, now is the time to connect and collaborate in making Belfast a beacon of environmental change.

For more information and to discuss partnership opportunities, feel free to reach out to the teams on instagram at @playthinkbrink and @climatecraic