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Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Ruairí McHugh, has welcomed two significant developments that will enhance tourism and heritage appreciation in the district’s historic towns of Newtownstewart and Sion Mills

Ministers, local politicians and project partners joined the Mayor of Derry and Strabane, Councillor Ruairí McHugh, at Ebrington Square in Derry today to mark the official commencement of work on site at the much-anticipated DNA (Derry~Londonderry on the North Atlantic) Museum.

Derry is gearing up for some spellbinding spectacle, folklore, and family fun as the home of Halloween prepares to welcome tens of thousands of visitors from around the world for four nights of magic and mayhem.

As the air turns crisp and the trees burst into fiery shades of red and gold, there’s no better time to discover the magic of the North West.

The countdown is on for Culture Night 2025, and Derry is gearing up to join towns and cities across the island in an evening of unforgettable experiences that celebrate the very best of our local arts, culture, and community spirit.

easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, has today launched its first flight on a new domestic route from City of Derry Airport to Birmingham.

Regulars at the Alley Theatre and Visitor and Information Centre in Strabane are reminded that there is still an exciting line up of events to look forward to throughout September ahead of the expected temporary closure to facilitate essential maintenance and restoration.

The City of Derry International Choir Festival is back for its 13th edition, promising a dazzling celebration of vocal artistry from October 22 to 26. With over 100 choirs jetting in from Estonia, France, Nigeria, the Philippines, and across Ireland and the UK, the city is set to become a global stage for five spectacular days of music, competition, and community.

The Alley Theatre in Strabane is inviting locals and visitors to rediscover Strabane through the lens of one of its most celebrated sons, Flann O’Brien, with a series of walking tours throughout August and September.

There’s something truly special about summer in Derry – the city comes alive with colour, culture, and the unmistakable aroma of great food. Whether you're strolling along the Peace Bridge, relaxing in a sun-drenched park, or exploring the buzzing streets of the Walled City, there's a delicious discovery around every corner. 

Tourism Northern Ireland has said the region should feel “incredibly proud” of its seamless and highly successful delivery of The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Ruairí McHugh, has formally opened the 2025 O’Neills Foyle Cup in Guildhall Square.
It followed the tournament’s opening parade where thousands of footballers, coaches and supporters marched through the city centre before congregating in Waterloo Place and Guildhall Square.