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Festival City

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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. The Annual Foyle Cup Parade making its way to the city centre in 2023.
    The O'Neills Foyle Cup is a highly successful youth soccer tournament held mainly in the City of Derry, but also branches out with matches played in neighbouring counties throughout Northern Ireland.
    1. 21 Jul 202526 Jul 2025
  3. The Open
    Join us at Royal Portrush for a celebration of golf's rich heritage and witness history in the making at The 153rd Open.
    1. 13 Jul 202520 Jul 2025
  4. 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 - 26th October 2025
  5. 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.
  6. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival!

This Week

Image of singers from the Every Voice Festival 2023
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Every Voice Festival

9th June 2025-15th June 2025

Allegri's Every Voice Festival returns in 2025 to unite singers in a celebration of song.

Circus Picnic poster
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

This Saturday, from 11am-3pm, the amazing Aspiring Leaders from In Your Space Circusare hosting a…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

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

River Running By Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

9th June 2025-30th August 2025

The River Running By Festival is an exhibition recalling a mix of historical events with roots…

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-24th December 2025

An exhibition of political & military artefacts with an audio tour, and an opportunity to get up…

Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School with Goodwood Fuel

7th June 2025

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

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LocationMagheramason

Openings

Season

12th June 2025-15th June 2025

The West Indies are coming to Derry this June for an exciting three-match T20 series against…

Causeway Coast Amateur Golf Tournament

Openings

Season

2nd June 2025-6th June 2025

The Causeway Coast Amateur in one of the largest events of its type in Europe, attracting around…

Summer Jamm in Strabane, Saturday 7th June
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

Get ready for the ultimate Summer family day out!

Poster for Anthem for Dissatisfaction by Gina Donnelly
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

11th June 2025

Brassneck Theatre Company presents Anthem for Dissatisfaction Irish Twins" Sarah and Jamie are…

Next Week

Maldron Comedy
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

14th June 2025

Maldron Comedy- After Dark Edition is Derrys newest and hottest comedy club. Our first night is an…

Woman sitting in kitchen
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

12th June 2025

Voted Sight and Sound's Greatest Film of All Time in 2022, marking the first time a female…

Culmore Community Festival
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

14th June 2025

Culmore Community Family Fun and Sports Day

Paddy McDonnell
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

13th June 2025

Fresh off the success of three sold-out SSE Arenas in 2023 and 2024, Paddy McDonnell is back with…

The Open Farm Weekend promotional image.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

14th June 2025-15th June 2025

As part of the Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend, Brook Hall Estate & Gardens will be opening for…

woman looking at bronze sculpture
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

9th June 2025

Producer of Iarsmaí, Deaglán Ó Mocháin (Dearcán Media) will introduce this screening.

Book cover for Barren
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

12th June 2025

All welcome to the book launch of the novel BARREN by Armagh author BYDDI LEE in conversation with…

Image of singers from the Every Voice Festival 2023
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Every Voice Festival

9th June 2025-15th June 2025

Allegri's Every Voice Festival returns in 2025 to unite singers in a celebration of song.

Man with facial deformity staring ahead
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

11th June 2025

Aspiring actor Edward (Oscar® nominee Sebastian Stan) undergoes a radical medical procedure to…

Two men outside smiling
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

14th June 2025

Joanna (Katharine Houghton), the beautiful daughter of crusading publisher Matthew Drayton (Spencer…

Sensory Musical Theatre
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

14th June 2025

Sensory Musical Theatre Group - open from 13:30 - 15:00

Lisa McHugh
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

14th June 2025

Lisa McHugh: Ireland's Leading Female Country-Pop Artist Announces Scottish Tour for Summer 2025…

River Running By Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

9th June 2025-30th August 2025

The River Running By Festival is an exhibition recalling a mix of historical events with roots…

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-24th December 2025

An exhibition of political & military artefacts with an audio tour, and an opportunity to get up…

N/A
LocationMagheramason

Openings

Season

12th June 2025-15th June 2025

The West Indies are coming to Derry this June for an exciting three-match T20 series against…

An aerial photograph of Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne.
LocationCastlerock

Openings

Season

9th June 2025

Join us on a guided historical tour of one of the jewels of the North Coast as we take you round…

Christine Tobin
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

13th June 2025

Sailing To Byzantium: Christine Tobin with Francesco Turrisi and Phil Robson

Tag rugby
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

29th May 2025-3rd July 2025

Tag rugby summer league

Máirtín ag labhairt
LocationDoire

Openings

Season

9th June 2025

Déan ceiliúradh ar Lá Fhéile Cholmcille ag ár gceardlann léargasach agus sultmhar faoi stiúir…

Open Ground Guided Experience
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

11th June 2025

Open Ground Guided Experience

Poster for Anthem for Dissatisfaction by Gina Donnelly
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

11th June 2025

Brassneck Theatre Company presents Anthem for Dissatisfaction Irish Twins" Sarah and Jamie are…

woman staring ahead with bandage on her nose
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

10th June 2025

A newly arranged marriage. An oddball couple shoved together in a small Mumbai shack with…

Next Month

Small Things Like These
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

3rd July 2025

Film Screening: Small Things Like These

Out In the Country Art Work
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

4th July 2025

'Out in the Country' The Confessions of an Irish Lesbian…

All Ireland Pipe Band Championships Group Photo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

5th July 2025

The prestigious All Ireland Pipe Band Championships will return to Derry~Londonderry in 2025.

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

31st July 2025

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

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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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