Strabane: UK Town of Culture 2028 Bid

Town of Culture is an opportunity to show the UK what Strabane already knows: There is something special about this place and its people.

Strabane is a town full of creativity, talent, heritage, music, sports, stories and community spirit. Above all, it is a town shaped by people who care about where they live and believe in what is possible.

This bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028 is a chance to share what makes Strabane special, celebrate our people and create opportunities that leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

For more information on how you can get involved please email

townofculture@derrystrabane.com

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Together, we look forward to the next stage of the journey and to continuing to showcase everything that makes Strabane a vibrant, welcoming and culturally rich place to live, work, visit and create.
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