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This summer, the historic Walled City of Derry will come alive with the sound of music as the Walled City Music International Academy launches its highly anticipated 2025 programme on Friday, 11 July. Over the course of eight dynamic days, the city will host 30 exceptional young pianists from across the globe, all set to train, perform, and compete under the guidance of a world-renowned faculty of master musicians.

Welcome to Derry~Londonderry, where every street corner holds a story, every landscape invites reflection, and every encounter leaves a lasting impression. This thoughtfully paced itinerary offers you a chance to experience the northwest of Ireland as it’s meant to be—unhurried, immersive, and full of wonder. 

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Ruairi McHugh, is looking forward to the city’s annual celebration of circus, music and street arts when the Carnival of Colours returns this weekend.

One of the city’s most popular food events is back! The LegenDerry Street Food Festival returns on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th July bringing together local chefs, producers, and food lovers for a weekend of fun and flavours right in the heart of Derry.

The latest official tourism figures released by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) reveal strong growth in overnight trips, benights, and visitor spend across the Derry City and Strabane District Council area for 2024.

The 8th International Flann O’Brien Conference is set to bring a vibrant gathering of scholars and enthusiasts of Flann O Brien’s work to Strabane’s Alley Theatre from June 25th to 27th, 2025.

Strabane was buzzing with excitement this past weekend as over 25,000 people flocked to the town centre for the much-anticipated return of Summer Jamm 2025. The event delivered a spectacular line-up of family-friendly activities, live performances, and vibrant displays.

Strabane is set to come alive this Saturday, June 7th, as the Summer Jamm Festival transforms the town into a vibrant hub of family fun and local talent. Running from 12pm until late, the festival offers a diverse lineup of attractions and events for all ages.

Frieldays - A Homecoming 2025-2029

Donegal~Tyrone~Derry: Here We Come! 

Epic five-year Brian Friel Centenary celebration begins this August with 35 performances of five plays over five weeks, capped by a special double Golden Anniversary event for Friel and Seamus Heaney.

When it comes to exploring Ireland, there’s no better companion than Cróga Tours—a destination management company built on bravery, authenticity, and a deep-rooted love for the Emerald Isle.

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr, has welcomed the launch of the prestigious All-Ireland Pipe Band Championships which will take place in Ebrington Square on 5th July.

Gary Lightbody, lead singer and guitarist with rock band Snow Patrol will be joining us here at Seamus Heaney HomePlace on 21st August 2025.