
With stunning architectural masterpieces like the Titanic Belfast Museum and the Belfast Castle and lush green spaces like the Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park, it’s no wonder Belfast is the most visited city in Northern Ireland.
Whether you’re looking for a no-fuss, compact studio close to the Belfast City Center, a Victorian church with an imposing facade, or a themed restaurant with Caribbean and Latin cuisine, Giggster’s got the best spaces for your baby shower. From Upper Galwally to Sailortown, there’s something for you in Belfast.
With Giggster, you can streamline the process of finding your dream venue. Download the app on your mobile device and start browsing in minutes. Sort all the options by price and find the space that fits your budget!
With so many stunning spaces in Belfast, you’re all but guaranteed to find a space that resonates with you. Download the app now and start browsing Giggster’s curated list of event venues!
Make your baby shower a culinary experience in a themed restaurant in the heart of Belfast. Browse the authentic Cuban-Latin menu and awe your attendees!
Book a multipurpose yoga studio with bright skylights, bare walls, and light wood floors—the perfect blank canvas for your creativity!
Get away from the classical venues and host your baby shower in a Gothic church in New Lodge. Explore the breathtaking Victorian-era architecture and infuse your baby shower with the church's blessing.
Turn an evocative zen studio with Bohemian highlights and tasteful decorations into the perfect space for your party. Let nature take center stage in this lush space!
Exceptional Variety & Quality: From huge Victorian churches and Caribbean-themed restaurants to radiant yoga studios in the boisterous Belfast City Centre, browse Giggster’s list of 11 incredible locations!
Hassle-Free Booking: With Giggster, finding your dream venue has never been easier. Download the Giggster app on any mobile device and start browsing locations in minutes. Apply filters to zero in on the perfect match for your budget and get the planning started. Find venues in Belfast starting at just £35/hour!
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: We completely understand plans can get interrupted. With our free cancellation policy, you can get some flexibility when planning your event and avoid any extra fees if you need to cancel. Book a venue knowing that if you cancel within 24 hours of confirmation, you’ll get a full refund as long as the booking was made at least 48 hours before the event.
Platform Protections: Purchase Giggster’s optional insurance package and plan the perfect baby shower with peace of mind. Now, you can book venues like Lotus room: light, airy yoga studio (47m2) and not worry about damage and liability.
Planning a baby shower in Belfast? Whether you’re planning your own, a close friend’s, or letting a family member take care of it, here are some pros and cons of choosing Belfast as your destination.
Advantages
Belfast is a very well-connected city, home to two of the UK's busiest airports—Belfast International and the George Best Belfast City Airport—and the vibrant Belfast Harbour. By boat or by plane, you’ll have no trouble getting to Belfast!
From beautiful beaches and hiking trails to caves, observatories, and more than forty public parks like the Botanic Garden and the Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park, you’ll find there’s never a dull moment in Belfast.
Belfast enjoys mild weather year-round, with warm summers interspersed with unpredictable rainy days to cool, cloudy, and windy winters with very few snows.
Disadvantages
If you’re looking for clear skies and sunny days, you’ve come to the wrong place. No matter the season, Belfast skies are almost always cloudy, and rains aren’t far behind.
Belfast is the most densely populated city in Northern Ireland, with more than one-third of the total population—and that’s without even accounting for tourism! This leads to a higher demand for venues, so you’ll need to move quickly, especially during the holidays.
A 2022 study ranked Belfast as the 50th most congested city in the world and the sixth worst in the UK, and it shows. If you’re planning your baby shower anytime close to a holiday, you’ll need to consider rush hours when setting the time.
You’ve decided on a budget and are ready to check out some venues. If you know what theme you’re going for, it’s time to browse Giggster’s full list of venues. Make sure the theme and the venue work in tandem!
Workshop Studios – No-Fuss. Repurpose a no-fuss yoga studio and turn it into the perfect baby shower venue. Book this radiant space and take your attendees to visit the most iconic market in Northern Ireland to finish off the special occasion!
Churches – Gothic. Are you hoping for an unforgettable baby shower? Book an imposing Gothic church with breathtaking stained glass windows and soaring vaulted ceilings reminiscent of Victorian-era architecture. Take care of the refreshments in the dedicated kitchen area, or look for local restaurants for catering options!
Zen Studios – Evocative. Get closer to nature and give your baby shower a Bohemian touch in a relaxation centre. With lush gardens and plenty of windows to let in natural light, host a laidback baby shower or corporate event in this relaxing space.
Themed Restaurants & Bars – Inviting. Book a themed bar & restaurant and enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine in an intimate venue in the heart of Belfast. With comfortable leather furniture, charming wooden tables and chairs, and tropical greenery accents, this is the perfect space for an intimate celebration. Browse the extensive Latin menu and combine it with the most unique cocktails—or check out some of their alcohol-free options!
If it’s your first time planning a party and you’re not sure where to begin, here are some tips to help you start.
Determine the Budget – Before you start looking at venues, the first step of planning your baby shower should look like determining your budget. While it’s true Belfast used to be a fairly affordable city, things are quickly changing and it’s becoming less affordable by the month. A well-defined budget will help you plan the perfect event.
Decide on a Theme – After you’ve decided on a budget, it’s time to have some fun looking at themes and venues. Look up theme ideas online for inspiration and browse Giggster’s list of venues available from the app. Make sure the theme and the venue work in tandem to create the perfect atmosphere!
Prepare the Refreshments – No baby shower can be complete without refreshments and fun games. Hire a professional caterer to take care of everything, or ask the venue owner if they have an in-house catering menu, and set up tabletop games that match the theme.
Send Out the Invites – Whether you’re planning a close friend’s baby shower or your very own, the last step is to send out the invites. Let your attendees know about your event well in advance so they don’t have an excuse to miss it!
While planning a party is already difficult, trying to juggle all the expenses on the go to make sure you’re still within your budget is a whole other level. Here are some things you can do to keep your budget under control.
Book the venue early.
If you don’t mind gloomy skies and cold weather, the best time to book a venue in Belfast is in the low season during the winter months, between November and April. This is the time of the year when you’ll find the best deals on flights and lodging, and if you’re going for an indoor venue, the weather outside won’t play much of a role.
Cater for your guests yourself.
If you’re looking to stretch your budget, you may want to forgo a professional catering service and take care of it yourself. You can’t go wrong if you prepare some light refreshments like finger foods and sandwiches plus the usual punch and non-alcoholic sparkling wine. Alternatively, you can ask your attendees to bring something to share and make them feel more involved.
Make your own decorations.
You don't have to spend a lot of money on a professional decorator when you can take care of the decorations yourself. Reuse old decorations, ask your friends if they have some that match the theme, or look up inspiring ideas online and get the materials at local thrift stores.
On Giggster, you can explore a curated list of locations and find baby shower venues with all kinds of styles, from cosy zen studios, function rooms, and majestic churches to themed restaurants in the heart of Belfast. Make your baby shower unforgettable with Giggster!