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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. Derry Christmas
    From festive events and Christmas shopping to cosy pubs and the finest cuisine the local restaurants have to offer, Derry~Londonderry offers the perfect city break this Christmas. Whether it's a romantic getaway, a family break or trip with friends, book your Derry Christmas now.
  3. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s BIGGEST and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival will return in 2027! Keep your eyes peeled for more details coming soon!

This Week

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…

Poster
LocationCross

Openings

Season

11th November 2026

Buttercream cake decoration and piping skills workshop

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

Openings

Season

14th November 2026

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

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

12th November 2026

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

Background is an image of the Taproom at Walled City Brewery with the logo for the Big Fat Brewery Quiz, and the Walled City Brewery to the front.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

13th November 2026

After the success of our one-off quizzes in 2025, we have now launched our regular version called…

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…

Elf Parade 2026
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

13th November 2026

Elf Parade

Next Week

Strabane Christmas Lights Switch On
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

21st November 2026

Strabane sparkles this Christmas with a full afternoon of festive fun, Christmas markets, live…

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…

Christmas Sing-Along Cafe
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

20th November 2026

Get in the Festive Spirit at our Christmas Sing-Along Cafe!

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Fork the Foyle Tour

21st November 2026

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

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

Openings

Season

21st November 2026

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

Santa with Elves and young boy
LocationBurnfoot, Burnfoot

Openings

Season

20th November 2026-13th December 2026

Step into a winter wonderland at Wild Ireland this Christmas Tickets are now available to purchase…

Needle Felting Workshop at Claudy, Faughan Valley
LocationClaudy

Openings

Season

22nd November 2026

Discover the art of needle felting with an expert-led craft workshop in the Faughan Valley.

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

19th November 2026

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

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…

Derry Christmas Lights Switch On 2026
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

20th November 2026

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas...Share the joy of Christmas in Derry!

Teresa Livingstone - Nice Lady event poster
LocationDerry / Londonderry

Openings

Season

21st November 2026

Teresa Livingstone, one of Northern Ireland's top comedy acts and skilled pianist and singer,…

Images from Shirt Tales Ni
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

21st November 2026

Join us at Shirt Tales as we stitch memories together!

Three Poets: Medbh McGuckian, Moyra Donaldson & Ruth Carr
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

22nd November 2026

Three Poets: Medbh McGuckian, Moyra Donaldson & Ruth Carr

John McGahern: A Writing Life with Frank Shovlin
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

20th November 2026

John McGahern: A Writing Life with Frank Shovlin

Boa Island Immersive Experience
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

16th November 2026-21st November 2026

Season

22nd November 2026

Boa Island Immersive Experience

'Moon Murmer' 2026 Courtesy of the artist Daniel Godínez Nivón
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th September 2026-12th December 2026

The team at Void Art Centre are excited to present our upcoming exhibition, The Breathing Wall, a…

Alastair Scott Ceilidh Band
LocationDungannon

Openings

Season

20th November 2026

Kick off Ulster-Scots Leid Week with a 100% authentic ceilidh at Hill of The O'Neill with Alastair…

Next Month

Bagatelle
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

5th December 2026

Bagatelle remain one of the most successful original touring bands to emerge from Ireland during…

Poster for "Simple Gifts", Danu Young Women's Choirs' Christmas concert, featuring a smiling young singer, golden lights and festive greenery. At St C
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

4th December 2026-5th December 2026

Short Description: Danu Young Women's Choir invites you to join us for our magical Christmas…

The 2026 Panto at the Millennium Forum is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

27th November 2026-31st December 2026

Celebrate a landmark year with the Millennium Forum’s spectacular Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs –…

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…

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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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