Over 100 pipe bands are coming to Belfast this weekend to compete in the European Pipe Band Championships.
The competition at Stormont on Saturday opens the Pipe Up festival, which is being held in the city for the first time as part of a three year deal with Belfast City Council.
123 bands and 47 drum majors from across Europe will be taking part, joined by one band from the United States and Australia.
Organisers are expecting thousands to attend, with children's activities, highland dancing and food stalls set up to provide a fun family day out.
Events including concerts and solo contests continue through the week.
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