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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

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!

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!

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…

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!

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!

Jazz Festival line up for Silver Street
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at Silver Street!

Musician Oonagh Clark
LocationPortrush

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

Jazz Festival line up in the Blackbird
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-4th May 2026

The exciting jazz lineup at the Blackbird!

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!

Next Week

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…

Strabane Lifford Half Marathon 2026
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

17th May 2026

Organised by Derry City and Strabane District Council, the cross border event attracts big numbers…

Mayor's Foyle Challenge

Openings

Season

16th May 2026

A charity swim on the River Foyle. Organised by the Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council…

Event poster featuring images of comedians Emma Doran, Chris Kent, Andrew Ryan, Micky Bartlett and Dave Elliott.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

17th May 2026

Action Mental Health's Stand Up for Someone comes to the Millennium Forum for the very first time,…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Foyle River Foodie Tour

16th May 2026

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

Altan In Concert
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

16th May 2026

Altan In Concert

Musician Oonagh Clark
LocationPortrush

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

Danu Young Woman's Choir Presents: Her Refuge Was Her Song
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

15th May 2026-16th May 2026

Danu Young Women's Choir invites you to join us for our powerful Spring concert on May 15th & 16th…

Ballyscullion Park Book Festival Attendees
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

16th May 2026-17th May 2026

Immerse yourself in a world of books, music and art. Listen to writers talking about their work,…

Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

16th May 2026

Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally

Next Month

Music Capital Presents Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

2nd June 2026

Music Capital Presents Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips. - Acoustic

Frank Ormsby In Conversation with Malachi O'Doherty
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

18th June 2026

Frank Ormsby In Conversation with Malachi O'Doherty

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…

Ulster Orchestra: On Your Doorstep
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

20th June 2026

Ulster Orchestra: On Your Doorstep

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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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