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Festival City

Unlock the Walled City

  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. 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 22nd - 25th October 2026
  3. Welcome to Derry Halloween
    Derry~Londonderry is renowned for hosting one of the best Halloween festivals in the world! Every year, the city comes alive with spooky events, thrilling parades, and spine-chilling performances. Get planning your visit to Ireland's Halloween Captial.

This Week

Island Voices 2026
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2026

Island Voices 2026 returns this Autumn

Banner with all 2026 Headline events
LocationLondonderry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2026-25th October 2026

The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns in October 2026 with a tidal wave of magical…

The Pumpkin Express 2026 Poster
LocationRaphoe

Openings

Season

24th October 2026-26th October 2026

The Pumpkin Express is a family friendly Halloween experience which includes a ghost train, pumpkin…

Strabane Town of Culture 2028 | Hope Matters – Free Community Sessions
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

23rd October 2026

Town of Culture 2028 Workshops

A group of fire school guests smiling in front of fire kitchen holding their certificates.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Harvest Feast with Slemish Supper Club

24th October 2026

Lo & Slo's Wild & Fired BBQ School offers an immersive, interactive experience combining foraging,…

Under the Hawthorn Tree text with graphic image of a tree and three children
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-31st March 2027

Opening this Spring! A family-friendly exhibition based on the children's novel, Under the Hawthorn…

a woman and two children pose with a horse with Binevenagh Mountain in the background
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

24th October 2026

B.R.I.D.L.E – Bringing Riding Into Disabled Lives Equally. Join Crindle Stables for Autism-Friendly…

Bennigans Pub Quiz
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th August 2026-30th December 2026

Come down every Wednesday for a night of trivia and test your knowledge, £5 entry per team winner…

Drawing of community centre and trail paths through forest
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

21st October 2026-3rd November 2026

Learmount Forest Halloween Trail Wednesday 21st October – Tuesday 3rd November 2026 Daylight…

Kaboodle Big Quiz Thursdays. Join us ever Thursday from 7-9pm with prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place with £4.95 cocktails and £10 jugs
LocationDerry/Londonderry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2026

Join us at Kaboodle from 7pm to 9pm for our weekly quiz night with £4.95 cocktails and £10 jugs all…

Haunted Haycart
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

24th October 2026-25th October 2026

This October, The Jungle comes alive with spooky magic and autumn mischief for Northern Ireland's…

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Locationspringtown road, derry

Openings

Season

21st October 2026

Boo it yourself wood working event, create a small ghost family with your kids or partner to take…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Fork the Foyle Tour

24th October 2026

Derry by Fork food and drink tours offer the ultimate way to discover the city's thriving food…

Image of Psychic Fiona with the date and time of the Hello from heaven event
LocationLondonderry

Openings

Season

21st October 2026

Halloween Psychic Night in Derry

Next Week

A safe place to develop your public speaking skills
LocationNorthland Road, Derry

Openings

Season

26th October 2026

Come practice your public speaking!

Fireworks
LocationMelvin Rd, Strabane

Openings

Season

31st October 2026

As the clock strikes 7pm on Halloween Night, Melvin Running Track becomes the epicentre of a…

Still from 'The Exorcist'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th October 2026

This new digital cinema print was created from restored picture and audio elements under the…

Image shows a table set up for a Halloween Themed Afternoo n Tea
LocationLondonderry

Openings

Season

30th October 2026-31st October 2026

Halloween Themed Afternoon Tea

Still from 'Gremlins'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th October 2026

Joe Dante directs this freaky family favourite.

Still from 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th October 2026

Can Christmas be saved?

Still from 'Labyrinth'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th October 2026

Classic fantasy adventure from Muppets creator Jim Henson.

Promotional poster for Gallery of Reflection, an exhibition of paintings by Annie Coyle at 16 Bishop Street, Derry.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

23rd October 2026-28th October 2026

A six-day celebration of artists, makers and creative talent from across Derry and Donegal.…

Still from 'The Shining'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th October 2026

"The first epic horror film"...

Halloween evening with Happy Hooves
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th October 2026

Let Tico read your Tarot Cards

The Pumpkin Express 2026 Poster
LocationRaphoe

Openings

Season

24th October 2026-26th October 2026

The Pumpkin Express is a family friendly Halloween experience which includes a ghost train, pumpkin…

Strabane Town of Culture 2028 | Hope Matters – Free Community Sessions
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

27th October 2026

Town of Culture 2028 Workshops

Move to the Beat Halloween Party with Justin
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

30th October 2026

Season

30th October 2026

Get ready for a spooktacular morning of Music, Movement, and Makaton! Move to the Beat with Justin

a family laughs and smiles around a horse
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

28th October 2026

Season

30th October 2026

Join Crindle Stables for a beginner-friendly Adventure Ride, designed especially for families,…

Mini Professors Halloween Workshops
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

28th October 2026

Spooktacular Halloween Science Workshop!

The HomePlace Book Club
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

1st November 2026

The HomePlace Book Club

Studio1 CIC presents: Mini Halloween Market
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

31st October 2026

Join us for a spooktacular day of Irish handmade crafts, treats and unique gifts!

Trick or Treat Tours
LocationCastlederg

Openings

Season

30th October 2026

Enjoy a frightfully fun Halloween at Derg Valley Leisure Centre

Spooktacular Crafts Workshop
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

27th October 2026

Spooktacular Crafts Workshop

Strabane Haunted House
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

27th October 2026-28th October 2026

Step inside the Strabane Haunted House for a heart-pounding Halloween adventure!

Dare to be different this Hallowe'en at the Ulster  American Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh

Openings

Season

28th October 2026-31st October 2026

Go back to a time of true traditions, superstitions, and lore at the Ulster American Folk Park this…

Under the Hawthorn Tree text with graphic image of a tree and three children
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-31st March 2027

Opening this Spring! A family-friendly exhibition based on the children's novel, Under the Hawthorn…

Intro to Screenwriting for Film/TV Workshop with Paul Carey
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

31st October 2026

Intro to Screenwriting for Film/TV Workshop with Paul Carey

Samhain Dioscó
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

29th October 2026

Samhain Dioscó

Next Month

A safe place to develop your public speaking skills
LocationNorthland Road, Derry

Openings

Season

9th November 2026

Season

23rd November 2026

Come practice your public speaking!

Island Voices 2026
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

23rd November 2026

Island Voices 2026 returns this Autumn

Image of some locally made Christmas Trees as part of the Christmas Festival at St. Columb's Cathedral
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Christmas Festival at St Columb's Cathedral

23rd November 2026-19th December 2026

Experience the magic of Christmas as St Columb's Cathedral this December at the Christmas Festival

Guildhall Craft Fair 2026
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

13th November 2026-15th November 2026

Mark your calendar for the return of the Guildhall Craft Fair and pick up some unique handcrafted…

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Walled City

Unlock the Walled City

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Things to Do
    There’s so much to explore in the Walled City, with activities to suit every taste. Derry~Londonderry truly has it all! Walk along our 400-year-old City Walls, visit award-winning museums and theatres, or dive into adventure with water activities like Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Step back in time with a guided walking tour – an experience you won’t want to miss!
  4. 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.
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