# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Simon Mayo #BIAF26
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: We welcome Simon Mayo to the festival for a career retrospective celebrating more than four decades on air.

Mayo has been a familiar voice to generations of listeners. His much-loved Radio 1 shows of the 1980s and 1990s helped define an era of broadcasting. He went on to become known for his acclaimed film conversations with Mark Kermode, alongside his work across radio, television and success as a novelist.

Hosted by broadcaster Ralph McLean, the evening features archive clips on the QFT’s big screen, conversation, audience Q&A and a book signing opportunity.

Produced by Tim Burden.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/simon-mayo-biaf26/200030586047608
- **Event Categories**: Festivals, Art, literary-art, Entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Belfast
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Queen's Film Theatre, Belfast
- **lat**: 54.585482198883
- **long**: -5.9339663386345
- **full address**: Queen's Film Theatre, Belfast, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9394f7c5bf8eb8dfc2ec0ab1f44011434c98c7392cc80e7ff76de7db80ca75d6-rimg-w1200-h675-dc98e8f8-gmir?v=1787175428

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Simon Mayo #BIAF26 being held?
  - **A:** Simon Mayo #BIAF26 takes place on Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Queen's Film Theatre, Belfast, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Simon Mayo #BIAF26?
  - **A:** Simon Mayo #BIAF26 is organized by Belfast International Arts Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Simon Mayo #BIAF26 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Belfast, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Simon Mayo #BIAF26 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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