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Festival City 

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  1. Mayor delighted to announce Derry’s nomination in Prestigious World Travel Awards

    The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council has expressed her absolute joy as Derry is nominated in the 2023 World Travel Awards for their amazing festival and events.

  2. World Travel Awards
    Vote for Derry~Londonderry as Europe's Leading Festival and Event Destination at the World Travel Awards 2023
  3. Derry Halloween
    Our Walled City comes alive with ancient spirits welcoming you to join our Awakening. Fill yourself with folklore, feasting, and festivity, as Derry~Londonderry reopens the pathways of the Halloween travellers of the past. Programme coming soon!
  4. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival - returns this May Bank Holiday weekend! Check out the programme of events now.
  5. Foyle Maritime Festival
    As one of the fastest growing festivals on the Calendar in Ireland, the award-winning Foyle Maritime Festival sails in to Derry~Londonderry every two years. The Clipper Around the World Yacht Race docks in the city in July on the final leg of the race, making Derry the most visited European city in the 24 years that the Clipper Race has been running. Get planning for 2024!
  6. The 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 for their 11th edition.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
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