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  1. All Events
    Known as a 'festival city', there's plenty to keep you entertained on your next visit to the Walled City. So if it's theatre shows, music events, cultural weekends or even world-famous festivals, we have it all in Derry-Londonderry.
  2. Foyle Maritime Festival 2024
    As one of the fastest growing festivals on the Calendar in Ireland, the award-winning Foyle Maritime Festival will return to Derry~Londonderry in 2024
  3. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival 2024
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival - returns 2nd - 6th May 2024! Get planning your Jazz Weekend now.
  4. Derry Halloween 2024
    Our Walled City comes alive with ancient spirits welcoming you to join our Awakening. Fill yourself with folklore, feasting, and festivity, as Derry~Londonderry reopens the pathways of the Halloween travellers of the past.
  5. The City of Derry International Choir Festival
    Featuring a brilliant line-up of concerts, choral trails, pub trails and more, The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns 23rd - 27th October 2024
  6. Accommodation
    There’s so much choice in Derry~Londonderry when it comes to choosing where to stay, with options available to suit everyone’s budget and taste.  So whether you want to stay in the heart of the city action, or somewhere a little quieter then you’ll have plenty to choose from.  From international hotel brands, boutique designer hotels right through to the best B&Bs, guest houses and self-catering accommodation in the country – we’ve got them in abundance.
  7. Food and Drink
    Whether you are looking for contemporary cuisine, a fine dining experience or your just re-fuelling the kids, you'll find it all in Derry! The local chefs are keen to use local produce, transforming it into a wonderful culinary delight for your gourmet pleasure. Our restaurants, bistros and brasseries will have you coming back for second helpings. The choice is remarkable for a city of its size.
  8. Visitor Pass
    The Visit Derry Pass is the Official Sightseeing ticket for the Walled City of Derry~Londonderry. Valid for one or two days the pass provides access to ten handpicked attractions, saving money on admission fees whilst seeing the best the city has to offer. You will also receive a Visit Derry map, local tips and offers to make sure you get the very most from your trip. Insightful and inspiring, the Visit Derry Pass is a winner for all ages and a great way to save money and time.

This Week

Promotional image of the Swingtime Starlets.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Celebrating the music of the golden Hollywood era, this talented trio will ensure a great evening…

An image of the Playhouse in Derry-Londonderry supported with a promotional image for the upcoming 'Chasing Amy' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024

A Celebration Of The Life & Song Of Amy Winehouse

The 'Jive Aces' at Ebrington Square in Derry-Londonderry
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Come along and enjoy the big band sound of The Jive Aces hosted by Mayor Cllr Patricia Logue in aid…

Promotional banner for the 2024 City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Red Stripe Band returns to Ardnashee School again this year for their long-standing collaboration,…

Promotional image for the upcoming 'Duke Special & Special Guests' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024-4th May 2024

Music Capital Presents Duke Special

An image of Bennigans Bar on John Street in Derry-Londonderry
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-6th May 2024

Famed for its weekly Jazz programme, curated by pianist and owner John Leighton, Bennigan’s will…

Tom Robinson performs live
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Musician and broadcaster Tom Robinson presents an evening of songs and stories spanning five…

Jazz performers in front of the Derry Walls
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-5th May 2024

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

artist painting outdoor scene
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

28th April 2024

Spend a day painting in the historic walled garden and surroundings of Brook Hall Estate & Gardens…

Promotional image for the upcoming 'Quick & Easy Vintage Hair Style Workshops' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024-6th May 2024

Hair Style Sessions with La Belle Bombshell Hair Stylists Sara & Meredith. Using quick and easy…

Jazz performances take place outdoors
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

The Gay McIntyre Woodwind & Brass Masterclass Series focusing on saxophone skills and other…

A jazz performance taking place at the Guildhall
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival presents 'The Live Launch' Join us at the Guildhall for our…

Promotional image for the Jazz Festival Line Up and The Ebrington Hotel
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-6th May 2024

Experience the first City of Derry Jazz Festival at The Ebrington Hotel with an action-packed…

a musician playing at bluegrass omagh 2022
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

An evening of bluegrass music in Strule Art Centre to kick off the Bluegrass Omagh 2024 music…

Next Week

A live jazz performance at a previous version of the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-5th May 2024

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

Performers take part in the DLD Second Line Parade as part of the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

Calling all musicians, dancers, hip shakers and jazz makers! Second Line NI is back this year with…

Promotional image of the Swingtime Starlets.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Celebrating the music of the golden Hollywood era, this talented trio will ensure a great evening…

An image of the Playhouse in Derry-Londonderry supported with a promotional image for the upcoming 'Chasing Amy' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024

A Celebration Of The Life & Song Of Amy Winehouse

The 'Jive Aces' at Ebrington Square in Derry-Londonderry
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Come along and enjoy the big band sound of The Jive Aces hosted by Mayor Cllr Patricia Logue in aid…

Promotional banner for the 2024 City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-5th May 2024

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

Promotional banner for the 2024 City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Red Stripe Band returns to Ardnashee School again this year for their long-standing collaboration,…

Promotional image for the Jim McDermott and Friends event at the Bishop's Gate Hotel.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Jim McDermott and Friends perform in the Northern Counties Ballroom at the Bishop's Gate Hotel.…

Promotion image for the Jazz Festival lineup in the City Hotel Lobby.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-6th May 2024

The City Hotel Lobby will be packed with performers this Jazz Festival!

Promotional image for the Shamie Heaney performance.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

As part of the City of Derry Jazz Festival, Shamie Heaney will be performing in the Wig Lounge.…

Promotional image for the upcoming 'Duke Special & Special Guests' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024-4th May 2024

Music Capital Presents Duke Special

An image showing a mapping exercise. The background is a green space.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

23rd March 2024-8th June 2024

Void Art Centre is excited to present Composting for the future, a twofold exhibitionary project…

Promotional image of The Swing Commanders.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

5th May 2024

Don't miss out on The Swing Commanders performing in the Northern Counties Ballroom at the Bishop's…

Big Band Jazz with Britannia at the New Gate Arts & Culture Centre
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024

Big Band Jazz with Britannia Band

An image of Bennigans Bar on John Street in Derry-Londonderry
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-6th May 2024

Famed for its weekly Jazz programme, curated by pianist and owner John Leighton, Bennigan’s will…

Promotional image for the Jazz Ball event at the Ebrington Hotel.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

The Ebrington Hotel celebrates its first Jazz Festival with a full schedule of entertainment.

Tom Robinson performs live
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Musician and broadcaster Tom Robinson presents an evening of songs and stories spanning five…

Promotional image for the upcoming 'Ursula In Company' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

5th May 2024

A theatre style ‘chat show’ celebrating leading women in jazz who have wowed and entertained…

Promotional image for the Gino Mac Cormac event coming up at the Museum of Free Derry
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

Gino Mac Cormach - Book Launch & Reading

Jazz performers in front of the Derry Walls
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-5th May 2024

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

An image of Darragh Morgan playing the violin
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024

Walled City Music and Northern Lights Project present Electric Circus with Darragh Morgan: an…

Promotional image for the upcoming 'Late Night Jazz Club' event
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-5th May 2024

The St Columb’s Hall Jazz Festival Club’ returns again this year and is staging Jam Sessions hosted…

Exterior view of The Playhouse with the Jazz Festival logo.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2024-6th May 2024

The Playhouse will be jam-packed with events this Jazz Festival!

Chrstine Tobin performing live
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

The Playhouse Jazz Hub are delighted to announce  Christine Tobin A Thousand Kisses Deep New…

Next Month

A live jazz performance at a previous version of the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024-5th May 2024

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

Promotional image for the photo exhibition, showing one of the featured photos on the right hand side.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

15th May 2024-15th June 2024

The Museum of Free Derry presents the month long photo exhibition "Time Stands Still - Life in…

Performers take part in the DLD Second Line Parade as part of the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th May 2024

Calling all musicians, dancers, hip shakers and jazz makers! Second Line NI is back this year with…

Promotional image of the Swingtime Starlets.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

3rd May 2024

Celebrating the music of the golden Hollywood era, this talented trio will ensure a great evening…

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