NI MENTAL HEALTH
ARTS FESTIVAL
MORE THAN JUST A FESTIVAL
NORTHERN IRELAND MENTAL HEALTH
ARTS FESTIVAL
The NI Mental Health Arts Festival (NIMHAF) is Northern Irelands oldest mental health arts festival, established in 2013, 2025 marks the 12th annual festival.
This year the theme was 'cathARTSis', referring to the ‘the release of emotions through the process of creative expression leading to a sense of renewal’. NIMHAF was proud to bring a diverse regional programme to Northern Ireland, highlighting the work of researchers, activists, and artists both emerging and established, side by side.​​
9 - 20th MAY 2025
CURRENT PROJECTS:
Open Decks
The Mental Health Arts NI in collaboration with the Black Box present the Open Decks project. A monthly event were early career and aspiring DJ’s can take to the decks and perform, a night of electronic music, dancing, and fun. Free Admission.
Any aspiring DJs who might like to sign up or find out more info can get in touch with us at director@blackboxbelfast.com to find out more.
Header Image: Jos McGookin