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Festival City

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  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. 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 returns 29th April - 4th May 2026! Come and join us as we celebrate 25 years of City of Derry Jazz!!
  3. 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.
  4. Group photo of people in costume.
    Maiden City Festival
    The Maiden City Festival - bringing the old city to life through music, dance, theatre and pageant - returns 31st July - 8th August 2026!
    1. 31 Jul 20268 Aug 2026

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The Safehouse Wine Tasting Night
LocationPortrush
Wine Tasting Night

Openings

Season

27th April 2026

Come to our Wine Tasting Evening! We are hosting our first ever Wine Tasting Evening at The…

The National Gallery: Art on Your Doorstep 31st March - 30th September 2026
Art on Your Doorstep

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

The National Gallery: Art On Your Doorstep is a programme that shares masterpieces from the…

Nature Quest at Faughan Valley
LocationFaughan Valley Woodlands
Nature Quest at Faughan Valley

Openings

Season

26th April 2026

Take on the Nature Quest challenge in the Faughan Valley with your family to see what secrets…

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-4th May 2026

Celebrate 25years of Derry Jazz Fest from 29th April - 4th May 2026!

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

Openings

Goodwood Fuel BBQ School

25th April 2026

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

You never know who you'll meet on a park bench.
LocationDerry
The Bench

Openings

Season

24th April 2026

One bench. Seven stories. Universal themes of love, loss, friendship - and a dash of the absurd.

Next Week

Promotional poseter for Showaddywaddy 50th Anniversary Show at Millennium Forum
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Showaddywaddy

Openings

Season

1st May 2026

Celebrating 50 years of Showaddywaddy

Band playing al fresco outside the Visit Derry Visitor Information Centre
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Jazz Al Fresco Brass Bands

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year's festival. Featuring an array of…

Eleven women standing together and posing on a street.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
BIIRD

Openings

Season

1st May 2026

Admission £25 + booking fee Run Times & Intervals Doors 7pm Age Guidance 18+ Share this BIIRD…

Live Music at Sandwich Co The Diamond during The City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationCathedral Quarter, Derry~Londonderry
The Sandwich Co. Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Sandwich Co.!

Image of Curtis Stigers
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Curtis Stigers

Openings

Season

29th April 2026

Curtis Stigers launched his debut album in 1991, which sold 1.5 million copies and included hit…

Muireann Bradley
LocationDerry
Muireann Bradley

Openings

Season

30th April 2026

Experience this extraordinary young artist in the stunning surroundings of the Guildhall’s Main…

The Safehouse Wine Tasting Night
LocationPortrush
Wine Tasting Night

Openings

Season

27th April 2026

Come to our Wine Tasting Evening! We are hosting our first ever Wine Tasting Evening at The…

The event list for City Hotel's Jazz lineup.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
City Hotel Jazz Festival Line Up

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting lineup of events at the City Hotel!

The National Gallery: Art on Your Doorstep 31st March - 30th September 2026
Art on Your Doorstep

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

The National Gallery: Art On Your Doorstep is a programme that shares masterpieces from the…

The Da Vinci's Hotel line up of live music from 30th April until 4th May for the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Da Vinci's Hotel Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Da Vinci's Hotel!

Jazz at New Gate Arts & Culture Centre
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Jazz at New Gate

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-1st May 2026

New Gate Arts & Culture Centre are excited to welcome performances during the City of Derry Jazz…

The Jazz Festival and St Columb's Hall logos beside listings for the events and images of the performers.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
The Jazz Ballroom at St. Columb's Hall

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

Join our vibrant hub of dance, music and celebration during the 25th City of Derry Jazz Festival

line up of live music at the Rocking Chair during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Rocking Chair Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Rocking Chair!

Bennigans Masterclass
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Jazz Hub - Free Masterclasses

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

Take a deeper dive into jazz with a series of Free Festiva Masterclasses led by some of the finest…

The Ebrington Hotel Jazz lineup and Jazz Festival logo. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Ebrington Hotel Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The Ebrington Hotel's exciting jazz lineup!

The Jazz Festival and Walled City Brewery logos. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Walled City Brewery Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Walled City Brewery!

Band on stage in the Guildhall Square during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry
Gay McIntyre Stage (Guildhall Square)

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year’s festival. Featuring an array of…

Poster promoting the live music taking place within the Walled City Hotel during the Derry Jazz Festival 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Walled City Hotel Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

Live Music at The Walled City Hotel during this years City of Derry Jazz Festival

Promotional image for the Bishops Gate Hotel jazz line up
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Bishop's Gate Hotel Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Bishop's Gate Hotel!

Live Music Line up at the Gweedore Bar during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
The Gweedore Bar Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

Live Music Line Up in The Gweedore Bar during the City of Derry Jazz Festival 

Jazz Hub at the Playhouse line up for 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Jazz Hub: The Playhouse

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

Enjoy some authentic Jazz at one of our three Jazz Hubs! Experience some of the world's most…

details on live music at the Maiden City Hotel during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Maiden City Hotel Jazz Line Up

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-3rd May 2026

Live Music at Maiden City Hotel during the Jazz Festival

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-4th May 2026

Celebrate 25years of Derry Jazz Fest from 29th April - 4th May 2026!

Musicians onstage in the Craft Village during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Craft Village Stage

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year's festival. Featuring an array of…

Next Month

Promotional poseter for Showaddywaddy 50th Anniversary Show at Millennium Forum
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Showaddywaddy

Openings

Season

1st May 2026

Celebrating 50 years of Showaddywaddy

Band playing al fresco outside the Visit Derry Visitor Information Centre
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Jazz Al Fresco Brass Bands

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

Enjoy some great music and beats on the streets during this year's festival. Featuring an array of…

Eleven women standing together and posing on a street.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
BIIRD

Openings

Season

1st May 2026

Admission £25 + booking fee Run Times & Intervals Doors 7pm Age Guidance 18+ Share this BIIRD…

A family enjoying the white cottages at the ulster american folk park
LocationCastletown, Omagh
May Day at Ulster American Folk Park

Openings

Season

4th May 2026

Discover what a traditional May Day was like at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh!

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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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