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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. 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
    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.
    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

This Week

Everglades Hotel and Jazz Festival logos. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-2nd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Everglades Hotel!

Musician Oonagh Clark
LocationPortrush

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

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

Openings

Embers & Drams

3rd May 2026

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

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…

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-4th May 2026

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

Band members, local people and the Mayor enjoying the DLD Second Line Parade at the 2025 Jazz Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026

Calling all musicians, dancers, hip shakers and jazz makers! Second Line NI is back this year with…

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

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Rocking Chair!

Band playing al fresco outside the Visit Derry Visitor Information Centre
LocationDerry~Londonderry

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…

Jazz Festival line up for Silver Street
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Silver Street!

Jive Aces performing during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026

Join Mayor Cllr Ruairí McHugh for an unforgettable afternoon of high-energy swing and big band…

Band on stage in the Guildhall Square during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry-Londonderry

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…

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

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…

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

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Sandwich Co.!

Jazz Festival line up at the Gate Bistro. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Gate Bistro!

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

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Walled City Brewery!

Jazz Festival and Dungloe logos. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Dungloe Bar!

The Bentley Bar jazz lineup. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Bentley Bar!

Live Music Line up at the Thirsty Goat during the City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-3rd May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Thirsty Goat!

A family enjoying the white cottages at the ulster american folk park
LocationCastletown, Omagh

Openings

Season

4th May 2026

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

Guildhall Taphouse's jazz lineup, details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-3rd May 2026

The Guildhall Taphouse's exciting jazz lineup!

Jazz Festival line up in the Blackbird
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Blackbird!

Next Week

Musician Oonagh Clark
LocationPortrush

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

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…

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th April 2026-4th May 2026

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

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

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…

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

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Rocking Chair!

Quilt Fayre
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

8th May 2026-9th May 2026

Quilt Fayre are going on the road in 2026 as The Fayre-North West at Everglades Hotel on 8th & 9th…

Rampage 2026
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

9th May 2026-10th May 2026

Mud. Water. Slips. Burns. Laughter. You'll crawl, climb, fall, get back up, and cross the line…

Jazz Festival line up for Silver Street
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Silver Street!

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

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Da Vinci's Hotel!

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

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The Ebrington Hotel's exciting jazz lineup!

The HomePlace Book Club
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

10th May 2026

The HomePlace Book Club

Jazz Festival and Dungloe logos. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Dungloe Bar!

Summer Flower Arranging Masterclass with John Paul Florist
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

9th May 2026

Summer Flower Arranging Masterclass with florist John Paul, followed by delicious Afternoon Tea by…

The Bentley Bar jazz lineup. Details in description.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Bentley Bar!

Poster for High Point university choir performance
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

9th May 2026

REE CONCERT! Outstanding visiting university choir from North Carolina USA, with director Marc…

Jazz Hub at Bennigans Bar during the 2026 City of Derry Jazz Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

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…

The Living Landscape: Creativity, Conservation and Care
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

10th May 2026

The Living Landscape: Creativity, Conservation and Care

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

Openings

Season

30th April 2026-4th May 2026

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

A family enjoying the white cottages at the ulster american folk park
LocationCastletown, Omagh

Openings

Season

4th May 2026

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

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

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

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

John Spillane In Concert
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

9th May 2026

John Spillane In Concert

Jazz Festival line up in the Blackbird
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Blackbird!

Next Month

Frank Ormsby In Conversation with Malachi O'Doherty
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

18th June 2026

Frank Ormsby In Conversation with Malachi O'Doherty

Patchwork Quilt Exhibition
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

7th June 2026-19th June 2026

A beautiful exhibition of quilts by Sandra Weir of Hollow Oak Quilts

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…

Summer Jamm in Strabane
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

6th June 2026

Get ready for the ultimate Summer family day out!

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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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