The European Association of Archaeologists (EAA) annual conference is taking place at Queen’s University Belfast from 30 August to 2 September 2023 in collaboration with Visit Belfast, Tourism NI and a range of heritage stakeholders from across the island. The event has an estimated economic impact of £3.4 million on the local economy.

Approximately 60 academic sessions will run each day and many of the buildings in the vicinity of the Lanyon Building will be involved. The European Archaeology Fair will take place in the Whitla Hall, while the ongoing Festival of Archaeology will continue in the South Dining Hall for the duration of the conference. Further details can be found on the conference website - EAA2023 Home (e-a-a.org)