Van Morrison will return to Belfast for a special evening of music and storytelling at Waterfront Hall on 14 September 2025. The performance coincides with the release of his lyric collection book ‘Lit Up Inside & Keep ’Er Lit’. Fans can expect his signature blend of soul, folk, jazz and blues in a dynamic live setting.
Summary: Key Points
- Van Morrison will perform live at Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 14 September 2025 for an exclusive show celebrating his musical and literary legacy.
- The concert is highly anticipated due to limited seating and strong ticket demand, with sales opening on 10 April 2025.
- The show aligns with the release of his lyric book ‘Lit Up Inside & Keep ’Er Lit’, offering a unique experience for fans of his poetry and lyrics.
Van Morrison returns to Belfast for a live evening of lyric and song
Northern Ireland's own Van Morrison will headline an exclusive evening of music and storytelling at Waterfront Hall in Belfast on 14 September 2025. The show comes just before the release of his much-anticipated lyric collection book, 'Lit Up Inside & Keep 'Er Lit'—a double celebration of song and word.
The Belfast-born singer, often affectionately referred to as "Van the Man," has long been recognised for blending soul, blues, folk and jazz in a style that defies strict categorisation. Over six decades, he has built a career filled with critically acclaimed albums—from the spiritual shimmer of 'Astral Weeks' to the jazz-infused energy of 'Moondance'.
With timeless hits like 'Brown Eyed Girl', 'Into the Mystic' and 'Days Like This', Van Morrison’s concerts are more than just performances—they are layered musical journeys. Known for his improvisational style and ability to reinvent classics on stage, no two shows are ever quite the same.
We still remember being packed into the 2015 gig at the same venue. Van, dressed in a pinstripe suit and fedora, opened with a soul-drenched sax solo before launching into a reworked blues version of 'Tupelo Honey'. You could hear a pin drop one moment and then a roar of applause the next. It was a masterclass in command.
This 2025 show brings Van back to familiar territory, but also marks a new chapter. 'Lit Up Inside & Keep 'Er Lit' follows his earlier literary work and captures the poetic spirit many fans have come to admire in his lyrics. For fans of artists like Bob Dylan or Leonard Cohen, who have also ventured into the world of published writing, this show offers a fresh lens into Van's lyrical genius. Learn more about Van Morrison's career on BBC Music.
As anticipation grows, so does the buzz around ticket demand. With a limited number of seats and a setting as intimate as Waterfront Hall, getting ahead of the rush will make all the difference…
Event Information
- Artist: Van Morrison
- City: Belfast
- Venue: Waterfront Hall
- Event date: 14 September 2025
- Ticket sales opening: 10/04/2025
Categories and ticket prices
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