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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 - Download the 2025 programme now!
  3. Derry Halloween
    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.
  4. City of Derry International Choir Festival
    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. A man wearing a black cap and white shirt is fly fishing near a bridge. He holds a fishing rod with a reel of yellow fishing line, looking focused. A
    North West Angling Fair 2025
    The 2025 Angling Fair will be back for another spectacular year of angling in Melvin Sports Complex, Melvin Road, Strabane, County Tyrone, which lies on banks of the Mourne River. This is the nineth year of the event, delivered by Derry City and Strabane District Council in conjunction with The Loughs Agency.
    1. Promotional banner for Celtronic 2025.
      Celtronic 2025
      Ireland's longest running electronic music festival, Celtronic, returns this Easter for its 25th anniversary.
      1. 16 Apr 202520 Apr 2025
    2. The Open
      The 153rd Open - Royal Portrush
      Join us at Royal Portrush for a celebration of golf's rich heritage and witness history in the making at The 153rd Open.
      1. 13 Jul 202520 Jul 2025
    3. The Annual Foyle Cup Parade making its way to the city centre in 2023.
      O'Neills Foyle Cup 2025
      The O'Neills Foyle Cup is a highly successful youth soccer tournament held mainly in the City of Derry, but also branches out with matches played in neighbouring counties throughout Northern Ireland.
      1. 21 Jul 202526 Jul 2025

    This Week

    Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
    LocationDerry
    A Walk Through History at Bedlam

    Openings

    Season

    17th February 2025-24th December 2025

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

    Dementia Friendly Tea Dance
    LocationDerry
    Dementia Friendly Tea

    Openings

    Season

    27th March 2025-27th November 2025

    Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

    Fintan Harvey Banner
    LocationDerry
    LAUGHS@THELOFT - FINTAN HARVEY and Guests

    Openings

    Season

    3rd April 2025

    Derry's longest-running comedy club, Laughs@TheLoft, makes its triumphant return on Thursday, 3rd…

    Promotional image for the LMS production of Oklahoma.
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    LMS Oklahoma

    Openings

    Season

    9th April 2025-12th April 2025

    Cowboys, farmers, a love story and music, we'll have you singing along with this classic family…

    Moves and Melodies
    LocationDerry
    Moves and Melodies

    Openings

    Season

    20th March 2025-18th December 2025

    Moves and Melodies

    The High End Dead
    LocationDerry
    The High End Dead

    Openings

    Season

    5th April 2025

    The High End Dead

    Promotional image of Paddy McGuinness with text showing the dates and locations of his tour.
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    "Nearly There..." by Paddy McGuinness

    Openings

    Season

    4th April 2025

    Best-loved comedian Paddy McGuinness takes to the stage of the Millennium Forum for his first…

    Poster for The Big Massive Podcast show
    LocationDerry
    The Big Massive Podcast Live ft Mickey Bartlett

    Openings

    Season

    5th April 2025

    The Big Massive Podcast is a comedy series hosted by Northern Irish comedian and actor Ronan Boyle,…

    Energy of Light Disco
    LocationDerry
    Energy of Light Disco

    Openings

    Season

    28th March 2025-12th December 2025

    Energy of Light Disco

    Amanda Walker - Art Classes
    Amanda Walker - Art Classes

    Openings

    Season

    5th March 2025-16th April 2025

    Artist Amanada Walker's Art Class

    Details of the 8 Course Tasting Menu on offer on selected dates in April at The Ebrington Hotel
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    8 Course Eclectic Tasting Menu

    Openings

    Season

    8th April 2025

    Ebrington Hotel are delighted to announce their new 8 Course Tasting Menus for April in our Oakroom…

    Next Week

    Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
    LocationDerry
    A Walk Through History at Bedlam

    Openings

    Season

    17th February 2025-24th December 2025

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

    Gouache and pinky-redcoloured pencil on paper which looks like a moon shooting over a descending mountainscape
    LocationDerry/Londonderry
    Take Hold

    Openings

    Season

    28th March 2025-7th June 2025

    Take Hold is a group exhibition guest curated by Rachel Botha, exploring "hope as a practice" in…

    Bee Gees - Nights on Broadway
    LocationStrabane, Strabane
    Bee Gees - Nights on Broadway

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025

    Date: Saturday 12th April 2025 Time: 8pm Cost: £25

    Dementia Friendly Tea Dance
    LocationDerry
    Dementia Friendly Tea

    Openings

    Season

    27th March 2025-27th November 2025

    Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

    Promotional image for the LMS production of Oklahoma.
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    LMS Oklahoma

    Openings

    Season

    9th April 2025-12th April 2025

    Cowboys, farmers, a love story and music, we'll have you singing along with this classic family…

    Moves and Melodies
    LocationDerry
    Moves and Melodies

    Openings

    Season

    20th March 2025-18th December 2025

    Moves and Melodies

    An image of the band Onóir.
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    Onóir

    Openings

    Season

    13th April 2025

    This is a night not to be missed as Onoir put their unique stamp on the timeless ballads and folk…

    Act Your Age
    LocationDerry
    Act Your Age

    Openings

    Season

    10th April 2025

    Age Friendly Drama Group

    animated snail and human in a car
    LocationDerry
    Memoir of a Snail | Nerve Cinema

    Openings

    Season

    10th April 2025

    The adorable stop-motion animated tragicomedy for adults you won't want to miss.

    Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland Special Guest Anthony Toner
    LocationDerry
    Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland

    Openings

    Season

    10th April 2025

    Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland Special Guest Anthony Toner

    Wild & Fired BBQ School
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    Wild & Fired BBQ School

    Openings

    Wild & Fired Chinese BBQ School with Suzie Lee

    12th April 2025

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

    Angela Dunlop
    LocationStrabane
    Angela Dunlop

    Openings

    Season

    11th April 2025

    Date: Friday 11th April 2025 Time: 8pm

    How to Defuse a Bomb
    LocationDerry ~ Londonderry
    How to Defuse a Bomb

    Openings

    Season

    10th April 2025

    How to Defuse a Bomb

    Sensory Musical Theatre
    LocationDerry
    Sensory Musical Theatre Group

    Openings

    Season

    8th March 2025-13th December 2025

    Sensory Musical Theatre Group

    Energy of Light Disco
    LocationDerry
    Energy of Light Disco

    Openings

    Season

    28th March 2025-12th December 2025

    Energy of Light Disco

    Amanda Walker - Art Classes
    Amanda Walker - Art Classes

    Openings

    Season

    5th March 2025-16th April 2025

    Artist Amanada Walker's Art Class

    Chicken Box Comedy
    LocationDerry
    Chicken Box Comedy

    Openings

    Season

    10th April 2025

    Top Stand-up Comedy from Northern Ireland and beyond.

    Group of women in nurse uniforms
    LocationDerry
    The Girl With The Needle | Nerve Cinema

    Openings

    Season

    9th April 2025

    Magnus van Horn's nightmare will have you on the edge of your seat.

    Textiles displayed
    Location10–12 Artillery St, Derry
    Slipping the Thread

    Openings

    Season

    18th March 2025-19th April 2025

    Slipping the Thread picks up work that began on Sue Morris' residency at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre…

    www.alley-theatre.com
    LocationStrabane
    Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025

    Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine Participants will create a still life in…

    Mayor Hub graphic
    LocationDerry
    Our Guildhall Our Space

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025

    ✨Our Guildhall Our Space✨ Join the The Black Paddy, Tyree Patton, Ritchie Remo, Artubus Catering…

    Details of the 8 Course Tasting Menu on offer on selected dates in April at The Ebrington Hotel
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    8 Course Eclectic Tasting Menu

    Openings

    Season

    8th April 2025

    Ebrington Hotel are delighted to announce their new 8 Course Tasting Menus for April in our Oakroom…

    Explore Brook Hall - National Garden Scheme
    LocationDerry~Londonderry
    Brook Hall Estate & Gardens - National Garden Scheme Open Weekend

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025-13th April 2025

    Explore Brook Hall Estate & Gardens opening in support of the National Garden Scheme on the 12th &…

    Next Month

    City of Derry Jazz Festival 2025
    LocationDerry ~ Londonderry
    City of Derry Jazz Festival 2025

    Openings

    Season

    1st May 2025-5th May 2025

    City of Derry Jazz Festival 2025

    Motorcyclists on racecourse
    North West 200

    Openings

    Season

    5th May 2025-10th May 2025

    The North West 200, one of the most thrilling road racing events in the world, is set to make its…

    Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
    LocationDerry
    A Walk Through History at Bedlam

    Openings

    Season

    17th February 2025-24th December 2025

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

    The Dublin Gospel Choir
    LocationDerry
    The Dublin Gospel Choir & Lore

    Openings

    Season

    1st May 2025

    The Dublin Gospel Choir & Lore come together for a unique musical collaboration.

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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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