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    European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is taking place on 12-13 September across Northern Ireland.

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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 Cocktail Week
    Unlock discounted cocktails across Derry's best bars and restaurants! Experience the very best of Derry's cocktail scene in a 10-day long exclusive event.
    1. European Heritage Open Days 2026
      European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is an annual event celebrating local architecture, history and culture. On 12th & 13th September, historic buildings, monuments and landmarks across Northern Ireland will open, offering free activities for you to enjoy.
    2. 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 - 25th October 2026

    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…

    a group of people on horseback on the beach
    LocationLimavady

    Openings

    Season

    4th September 2026

    Enjoy a scenic horseback ride along the stunning Northern Ireland coastline. This Beach Ride offers…

    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…

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

    Openings

    Season

    31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026

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

    Derry By Fork Logo
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Fork the Foyle Tour

    5th September 2026

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

    Afronauts Poster
    LocationDerry / Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026

    An all-ages, high-flying collision of circus, theatre, and space adventure!

    Next Week

    Guildhall and Harbour House EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    EHOD

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    Exclusively for the European Heritage Open Days, The Harbour House will open its doors to visitor…

    Still from 'Normal'
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    8th September 2026

    The latest collaboration between Bob Odenkirk, John Wick creator Derek Kolstad and Nobody producer…

    Ulster American Folk Park
    LocationOmagh

    Openings

    Season

    13th September 2026

    The Ulster American Folk Park tells the story of migration from Ulster to the United States of…

    Gorta Swatragh's Famine Story EHOD 2026
    LocationSwatragh

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026

    Discover Gorta, Swatragh’s Famine Story, through a self-guided visitor experience that combines…

    St Augustine's Summer Concerts 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    St Augustine's Summer Concerts

    23rd June 2026-8th September 2026

    St Augustine’s Summer Concerts will take place every Tuesday from 23rd June – 8th September

    First Derry Blue Coat School Heritage Centre EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    The property consists of First Derry Presbyterian Church, Listed Historic Building Grade B+ and the…

    Jane Coyle: A Better Locksmith
    LocationBellaghy

    Openings

    Season

    13th September 2026

    Jane Coyle: A Better Locksmith

    Boomhall EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    EHOD

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    Come along this EHOD weekend for an outdoor walking talk, telling the story of Boomhall and the…

    Derry's Walls EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    The most complete circuit of historic walls of any town or city in Ireland.

    Bingo Bash
    LocationDerry/Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026

    Get ready for a night of bingo with a twist - think great music, laughs, and big prizes, all in…

    Hill of the O'Neill and Ranfurly House EHOD 2026
    LocationDungannon

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    Enjoy a free tour and explore the historic Hill of The O’Neill and the interactive exhibition in…

    Shirt Factory Tour EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    13th September 2026

    Discover the remarkable story of Derry~Londonderry's shirt-making heritage on a guided walking tour…

    Ebrington Presbyterian Church
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    EHOD

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    Visitors will be invited into Ebrington Presbyterian Church, a historic building housing a living…

    Carlisle Road Methodist Church EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026

    Discover Carlisle Road Methodist Church through guided tours exploring the history of the building…

    Music, Poems & Songs for The Soul
    LocationBellaghy

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026

    Music, Poems & Songs for The Soul

    Still from 'Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie'
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    9th September 2026

    From Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol's Canadian cult comedy series Nirvanna the Band the Show comes…

    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…

    All Saints' Clooney Parish Church EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    EHOD

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    All Saints Clooney Parish Church is a free-standing gabled stone Gothic Revival church, built c.1867

    a group of people on horseback on the beach
    LocationLimavady

    Openings

    Season

    11th September 2026

    Enjoy a scenic horseback ride along the stunning Northern Ireland coastline. This Beach Ride offers…

    'Our imaginative estate': Heaney Letters Display
    LocationBellaghy

    Openings

    Season

    1st September 2026-30th September 2026

    'Our imaginative estate': Heaney Letters Display

    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…

    Tower Museum EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Tours

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    Step inside the Tower Museum and discover some of Derry~Londonderry's most fascinating stories.

    Image shows an autumn themed floral workshop
    LocationLondonderry

    Openings

    Season

    13th September 2026

    Floral workshop with Afternoon Tea

    Londonderry Freemasons' Hall EHOD 2026
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026-13th September 2026

    The Freemasons' Hall, Bishop Street, Londonderry, is a grade 2 Georgian listed building. The tour…

    Next Month

    Still from 'Queen at Sea'
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    20th October 2026

    Winner of the Silver Bear Jury Prize at the Berlin International Film Festival.

    Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally
    LocationBellaghy

    Openings

    Season

    24th October 2026

    Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally

    Still from 'Late Fame'
    LocationDerry~Londonderry

    Openings

    Season

    6th October 2026

    Willem Dafoe stars as New York poet Ed Saxberger.

    The HomePlace Book Club
    LocationBellaghy

    Openings

    Season

    4th October 2026

    The HomePlace Book Club

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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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