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Embrace the
Festival City

Unlock the Walled City

  1. All Events
    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. Image of Runners courtesy of Athletics Ireland
    123.ie National Senior, U20 & Juvenile Age Cross Country Championships
    ATHLETICS Ireland has allocated the National Senior Cross Country Championships to Derry, where it will be hosted by the City of Derry Spartans club on November 23.
    1. 23 Nov 2025
  3. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival!
  4. Foyle Maritime Festival
    Foyle Maritime Festival
    As one of the fastest growing festivals on the Calendar in Ireland, the award-winning Foyle Maritime Festival celebrates a legacy of maritime splendor on the banks of the River Foyle.

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Chicken Box Comedy
LocationDerry
Chicken Box Comedy (November 2025)

Openings

Season

20th November 2025

Derry's award winning weekly comedy club

hello from heaven strabane
LocationStrabane
Psyhic Night in Strabane - Hello from Heaven

Openings

Season

20th November 2025

A wonderful evening of mediumship in Strabane

Christmas light switch on Shipquay Street Derry
Christmas Light Switch On

Openings

Derry Christmas Light Switch On

21st November 2025

Strabane Christmas Light Switch On

22nd November 2025

Join us for some festive fun with the Christmas Lights Switch On in Derry Friday 21st November and…

A Christmas Carol Trail through Strabane
LocationStrabane
A Christmas Carol Trail: A Magical Holiday Adventure for Families

Openings

Season

22nd November 2025

Step into the timeless world of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and experience the magic of…

Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Wild & Fired BBQ School

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School, Thanksgiving Special

22nd November 2025

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

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry
A Walk Through History at Bedlam

Openings

Season

20th September 2025-20th December 2025

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

Moves and Melodies
LocationDerry
Moves and Melodies

Openings

Season

20th November 2025

Moves and Melodies - 2pm - 3:30pm

poster
LocationClaudy
Cumber House Christmas Food and Craft Fayre

Openings

Season

22nd November 2025-23rd November 2025

Cumber House Christmas Food & Craft Fayre 2025, fun for the whole family!

Next Week

Pollanroe Burn Launch, by Emily McFarland
LocationDerry
Pollanroe Burn

Openings

Season

27th September 2025-13th December 2025

The team at Void Art Centre are delighted to invite you to the launch of Pollanroe Burn, an…

Thanksgiving at Ulster American Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh
Thanksgiving at Ulster American Folk Park

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-30th November 2025

Celebrate a traditional Thanksgiving at Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh, with live storytelling,…

Chicken Box Comedy
LocationDerry
Chicken Box Comedy (November 2025)

Openings

Season

27th November 2025

Derry's award winning weekly comedy club

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance
LocationDerry
Dementia Friendly Tea - November

Openings

Season

27th November 2025

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

Scene from The Santa Express
LocationRaphoe
The Santa Express

Openings

Season

28th November 2025-23rd December 2025

The Santa Express at Oakfield Park - one of Ireland's most popular Christmas experiences.

Sensory Musical Theatre
LocationDerry
Sensory Musical Theatre Group

Openings

Season

29th November 2025

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

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry
A Walk Through History at Bedlam

Openings

Season

20th September 2025-20th December 2025

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

Film Screening: Beat The Lotto
LocationBellaghy
Film Screening: Beat The Lotto

Openings

Season

27th November 2025

Film Screening: Beat The Lotto

Irish Doctors Orchestra Guildhall
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Irish Doctors Orchestra Featuring Codetta and soloist Charlotte O'Hare

Openings

Season

30th November 2025

The IDO join forces with Codetta choir and soloist Charlotte O'Hare for an unmissable programme…

Santa with Elves and young boy
LocationBurnfoot, Burnfoot
Wild Arctic

Openings

Season

27th November 2025-23rd December 2025

Visit Santa and his friends at the Wild Arctic this Christmas. Fly on his VR Sleigh, and make…

Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass with John Paul Florist
LocationDerry
Christmas Door Wreath Masterclass with John Paul Florist

Openings

Season

29th November 2025

Christmas Door Wreath Masterclass with Award-Winning Florist John Paul with Afternoon Tea by Crann…

Ulster Scots Language Week 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Ulster Scots Language Week

Openings

Season

24th November 2025-28th November 2025

Fair Faa Ye! Celebrate Ulster-Scots Language Week 2025

Santa
LocationMoneymore
Christmas Wonderland

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-30th November 2025

This December, The Jungle becomes a twinkling world of festive wonder, where every path sparkles…

Codetta Choir with St Eugene's Cathedral in the background.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Codetta 25th Anniversary Events

Openings

Codetta and the Irish Doctors Orchestra

30th November 2025

As Codetta marks its 25th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed choir is set to celebrate with…

Energy of Light Disco
LocationDerry
Energy of Light Disco

Openings

Season

28th November 2025

Energy of Light Disco

Silver Necklace or Earrings Workshop
LocationBellaghy
Silver Necklace or Earrings Workshop

Openings

Season

29th November 2025

Silver Necklace or Earrings Workshop

Next Month

Pollanroe Burn Launch, by Emily McFarland
LocationDerry
Pollanroe Burn

Openings

Season

27th September 2025-13th December 2025

The team at Void Art Centre are delighted to invite you to the launch of Pollanroe Burn, an…

Altnagelvin Hospital Choir Carol Services 2025 details
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Altnagelvin Hospital Choir Carol Services

Openings

Season

9th December 2025

Carol service

Brian Kennedy
Brian Kennedy

Openings

Season

19th December 2025

Music Capital proudly presents: Brian Kennedy Sings all things Christmassy & Special Guest…

Scene from The Santa Express
LocationRaphoe
The Santa Express

Openings

Season

28th November 2025-23rd December 2025

The Santa Express at Oakfield Park - one of Ireland's most popular Christmas experiences.

Unlock the  
Walled City

Unlock the Walled City

  1. Accommodation
    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
    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
    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
    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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