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Festival City

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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. Foyle Maritime Festival
    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.
  3. Group photo of people in costume.
    Maiden City Festival
    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
  4. The Annual Foyle Cup Parade making its way to the city centre in 2023.
    O'Neills Foyle Cup 2026
    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. 20 Jul 202625 Jul 2026

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

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31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

Quilt Fayre
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Quilt Fayre The Fayre: North West

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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…

Musician Oonagh Clark
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FREE Entry - Live Music Sessions Every Weekend

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1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

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Ballyscullion Park Book Festival

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16th May 2026-17th May 2026

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

Mayor's Foyle Challenge
Mayor's Foyle Challenge

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16th May 2026

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

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

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31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

Derry By Fork Logo
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Derry By Fork

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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…

Danu Young Woman's Choir Presents: Her Refuge Was Her Song
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Danu Youg Woman's Choir presents: Her Refuge Was her Song: part two

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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…

Strabane Lifford Half Marathon 2026
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Strabane Lifford Half Marathon 2026

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17th May 2026

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

Event poster featuring images of comedians Emma Doran, Chris Kent, Andrew Ryan, Micky Bartlett and Dave Elliott.
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Stand Up for Someone

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17th May 2026

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

Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally
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Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally

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16th May 2026

Poetry Book Club with Niamh McNally

Altan In Concert
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Altan In Concert

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16th May 2026

Altan In Concert

Musician Oonagh Clark
LocationPortrush
FREE Entry - Live Music Sessions Every Weekend

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1st May 2026-31st May 2026

FREE Entry Live Music at The Safehouse Portrush

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The HomePlace Book Club
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The HomePlace Book Club

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7th June 2026

The HomePlace Book Club

12th and 13th june 2026
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The Unreal Housewives of Derry

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12th June 2026-13th June 2026

Derry take on the "real housewives" franchise

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

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

Image of singers from the Every Voice Festival 2023
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Every Voice Festival

Openings

Every Voice Festival

8th June 2026-14th June 2026

Allegri's Every Voice Festival returns in 2026 to unite singers in a celebration of song.

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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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