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Festival City

Unlock the Walled City

  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. Welcome to Derry Halloween
    Derry~Londonderry is renowned for hosting one of the best Halloween festivals in the world! Every year, the city comes alive with spooky events, thrilling parades, and spine-chilling performances. Get planning your visit to Ireland's Halloween Captial.
  3. Strabane Halloween
    Spooky shenanigans are set to return this Autumn as Halloween descends on Strabane town and the surrounding district once again. A gruesome programme of animation and festivities awaits…
  4. 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 - 26th October 2025
  5. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival!
  6. 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.

This Week

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

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

Openings

Season

16th October 2025

Moves and Melodies - 2pm - 3:30pm

Haunted Haycart
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

18th October 2025-19th October 2025

This October, The Jungle comes alive with spooky magic and autumn mischief for Northern Ireland's…

Chicken Box Comedy
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

16th October 2025

Derry's award winning weekly comedy club

Wednesday & Uncle Fester Characters at Richmond Centre this Halloween
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

4th October 2025-18th October 2025

Wednesday & Uncle Fester Characters

Next Week

Fright Night
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

16th October 2025-31st October 2025

Northern Ireland's premier Halloween event returns with a brand new Woodland Trail, revamped Scare…

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

20th September 2025-20th December 2025

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

Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School, Harvest Special

25th October 2025

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

Halloween at Spout Farm
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-26th October 2025

Pumpkin Patch & Carving, Toasted Marshmallows, Spooky Arts & Crafts, Halloween Slime, Bouncy…

Codetta are joined by New Dublin Voices at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

24th October 2025

Bask in the serenity of a late-night choral experience as two of Ireland’s finest choirs, Codetta…

Members of the Dublin band Gilla Band gathered in front of a mirror.
LocationDerry/Londonderry

Openings

Season

23rd October 2025

Arguably one of the most influential guitar bands to come from Ireland, Dublin avant-punk group…

The Pumpkin Express Logo and Dates
LocationRaphoe

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-27th October 2025

The Pumpkin Express is a family friendly Halloween experience which includes a real 15 minute long…

Humanophones performing at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

24th October 2025

The Humanophones don’t need instruments. They are the instruments. 

Maxwell's Pumpkin Patch
LocationCastlederg

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-26th October 2025

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Patch offers fun for all ages with a maize maze, friendly monster meet & greet,…

Torchlight Tours at the Ulster American Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh

Openings

Season

24th October 2025-25th October 2025

Hallowe'en Torchlight Tours return to the Ulster American Folk Park this October!

Frightful Fun at Foyleside
LocationDerry

Openings

Beetlejuice and Bobs

25th October 2025

Join us at Foyleside’s Frightful Fun to meet the mischievous Beetlejuice, the enchanting Sanderson…

The Marian Consort performing at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

23rd October 2025

Join us for an evening of pure vocal brilliance with The Marian Consort, the award-winning British…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

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

Neil Martin, Mary Dillon and Dónal O'Connor in Concert
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Neil Martin, Mary Dillon and Dónal O'Connor in Concert

Pollanroe Burn Launch, by Emily McFarland
LocationDerry

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…

Meet Dr.Acula & The Dearg Due
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Meet Vampire Characters and take part in Halloween Crafts

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

23rd October 2025

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

Haunted Haycart
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-26th October 2025

This October, The Jungle comes alive with spooky magic and autumn mischief for Northern Ireland's…

Halloween at Roe Valley Resort - Pumpkin Patch and Carving Experience with Dining
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025

Pumpkin Patch & Carving Opening Hours 25th October - 2nd November | 3pm - 7pm

New Horizons Pumpkin Patch
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025

Season

23rd October 2025

Season

24th October 2025

Season

25th October 2025

Season

26th October 2025

Pick the perfect pumpkin, get some fresh air and support your local social enterprise Cost: £1.50…

A snapshot from a performance with the Guildhall's organ visible in the background.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025-26th October 2025

The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns in October 2025 with a tidal wave of magical…

Castlederg Apple Fair
LocationCastlederg

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Traditional apple sellers will be in town along with a range of stalls full of scrumptious…

International Competition at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Always a fan favourite, and a sell-out show in 2024, the Oak Tree of Derry International…

Strabane Halloween
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025-31st October 2025

From mid October enjoy a range of spooktacular events across the district from pumpkin patches,…

Next Month

Foyle Rumble 2
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

8th November 2025

Watch as professional wrestlers clash head-to-head with adults with learning disabilities,…

The School On The Edge of Reality
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

28th October 2025-1st November 2025

Two Realities. One Halloween. No Time to Lose. Get ready to enter… The School on the Edge of…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st November 2025

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

Circus Vegas
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

31st October 2025-9th November 2025

Circus Vegas is not one to be missed for its final tour of 2025.

Unlock the  
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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