Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more
9°C · 17% rain
Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
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Hardware and Plain Sailing host a one-off gathering on 10 October 2026 at Mandela Hall in Belfast. Barker, Brawni, Chaz Moloney and Kessler will perform a continuous live improvised session in a 360-degree space. The event starts from £20.00.
On October 10th, Hardware and Plain Sailing come together for a one-off gathering inside Mandela Hall.
For four hours, Barker, Brawni, Chaz Moloney and Kessler will meet in the centre of the room for a fully improvised live hardware session, with the crowd surrounding the artists in a 360-degree performance space.
No pre-written sets. No changeovers. One continuous live exchange built in the room.
Visuals will come from Nightstaff and Reuben Brown, with more still to be announced, presented in association with Catalyst Arts.
This will be the only Hardware event of 2026, and our first time bringing the format to Belfast. Mandela Hall feels like the right place to make it happen.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 20:00. The event runs until Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more is held at Mandela Hall in Belfast (University Road Belfast, BT7, Belfast, BT7 1NF).
Tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
The forecast for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more is Mainly clear · 9°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mandela Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more
Editorial Summary
Hardware and Plain Sailing host a one-off gathering on 10 October 2026 at Mandela Hall in Belfast. Barker, Brawni, Chaz Moloney and Kessler will perform a continuous live improvised session in a 360-degree space. The event starts from £20.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
On October 10th, Hardware and Plain Sailing come together for a one-off gathering inside Mandela Hall.
For four hours, Barker, Brawni, Chaz Moloney and Kessler will meet in the centre of the room for a fully improvised live hardware session, with the crowd surrounding the artists in a 360-degree performance space.
No pre-written sets. No changeovers. One continuous live exchange built in the room.
Visuals will come from Nightstaff and Reuben Brown, with more still to be announced, presented in association with Catalyst Arts.
This will be the only Hardware event of 2026, and our first time bringing the format to Belfast. Mandela Hall feels like the right place to make it happen.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more?
Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 20:00. The event runs until Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Where is Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more taking place?
Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more is held at Mandela Hall in Belfast (University Road Belfast, BT7, Belfast, BT7 1NF).
How much are tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more?
Tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
What will the weather be like at Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more?
The forecast for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more is Mainly clear · 9°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Is there anywhere to stay near Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mandela Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more?
Tickets for Hardware x Plain Sailing w/ Barker, Kessler + more can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Mandela Hall
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Price
£20
Date
Until Sunday, 11 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 4°C · chance of rain 17% · wind 26 km/h
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