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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. 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 - 25th October 2026
  3. Welcome to Derry Halloween
    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.

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Details of Oktoberfest 2026 at Walled City Brewery
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Oktoberfest at Walled City Brewery

Openings

Season

9th October 2026-10th October 2026

Get ready for the ultimate beer-filled extravaganza, Oktoberfest @WCB over the weekend of 9th &…

Background is an image of the Taproom at Walled City Brewery with the logo for the Big Fat Brewery Quiz, and the Walled City Brewery to the front.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Big Fat Brewery Quiz

Openings

Season

9th October 2026

After the success of our one-off quizzes in 2025, we have now launched our regular version called…

Circus Extreme
LocationDerry
Circus Extreme

Openings

Season

9th October 2026-18th October 2026

Circus Extreme are heading to Derry - don't miss out!

Bennigans Pub Quiz
LocationDerry
Bennigans Pub Quiz

Openings

Season

19th August 2026-30th December 2026

Come down every Wednesday for a night of trivia and test your knowledge, £5 entry per team winner…

William Thompson Poster
LocationDerry / Londonderry
William Thompson - Touch Grass

Openings

Season

8th October 2026

William Thompson (Lazyboyz, Tea With Me) delves into the world of social media to examine just how…

Under the Hawthorn Tree text with graphic image of a tree and three children
LocationOmagh
Under the Hawthorn Tree

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-31st March 2027

Opening this Spring! A family-friendly exhibition based on the children's novel, Under the Hawthorn…

Ro Boyle
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Ro Boyle: Showed Up

Openings

Season

10th October 2026

After years of gigging, touring and racking up millions of views online, Ro Boyle is bringing his…

Next Week

Music Capital
LocationDerry
Seán Keane

Openings

Season

16th October 2026

"The best folk singer of his generation" Q Magazine

Join us at Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House on Thursday 15 October with acclaimed local historian and author Andrew Kane for a fascinating explora
LocationDungannon
An exploration of The Plantation of Ulster with Andrew Kane

Openings

Season

15th October 2026

Join us at Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House on Thursday 15 October with acclaimed local…

Still from 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans'
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Everybody Digs Bill Evans | Nerve Cinema

Openings

Season

14th October 2026

Winner of the Silver Bear for Best Director at this year's Berlin Film Festival.

Circus Extreme
LocationDerry
Circus Extreme

Openings

Season

9th October 2026-18th October 2026

Circus Extreme are heading to Derry - don't miss out!

Bennigans Pub Quiz
LocationDerry
Bennigans Pub Quiz

Openings

Season

19th August 2026-30th December 2026

Come down every Wednesday for a night of trivia and test your knowledge, £5 entry per team winner…

Maxwell's Pumpkin Patch
LocationCastlederg
Maxwell's Pumpkin Patch

Openings

Season

17th October 2026-18th October 2026

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Patch offers fun for all ages this Halloween season. Follow Maxwells Pumpkin…

Fright Night
LocationMoneymore
Fright Night

Openings

Season

16th October 2026-17th October 2026

Where the lines between reality and horror begin to blur. For eleven nights this October, The…

Images from Shirt Tales Ni
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Shirt Tales Experience - History.Story.Stitch

Openings

Season

17th October 2026

Join us at Shirt Tales as we stitch memories together!

Haunted Haycart
LocationMoneymore
Hallowee'uns

Openings

Season

17th October 2026-18th October 2026

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

Fergal Keane In Conversation
LocationBellaghy
Fergal Keane In Conversation

Openings

Season

16th October 2026

Fergal Keane In Conversation

The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore
LocationLondonderry
The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore

Openings

Season

17th October 2026

Join us on October 17th at 20:30 at thestunning Saint Columb's Hall, Derry, Londonderry, for 'Our…

'Moon Murmer' 2026 Courtesy of the artist Daniel Godínez Nivón
LocationDerry~Londonderry
The Breathing Wall

Openings

Season

29th September 2026-12th December 2026

The team at Void Art Centre are excited to present our upcoming exhibition, The Breathing Wall, a…

Under the Hawthorn Tree text with graphic image of a tree and three children
LocationOmagh
Under the Hawthorn Tree

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-31st March 2027

Opening this Spring! A family-friendly exhibition based on the children's novel, Under the Hawthorn…

A safe place to develop your public speaking skills
LocationNorthland Road, Derry
Foyle Speakers

Openings

Season

12th October 2026

Come practice your public speaking!

Foyle Pink Run advert
Foyle Pink Run

Openings

Season

18th October 2026

Foyle Pink Run

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

Openings

Garden Harvest BBQ Demo

18th October 2026

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

Still from 'Three Floors'
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Italian Film Club: Three Floors | Nerve Cinema

Openings

Season

13th October 2026

Italian Film Club at Nerve Cinema, a series of ongoing screenings showcases Italian culture and…

Next Month

Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston
LocationBellaghy
Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston

Openings

Season

6th November 2026

Season

7th November 2026

Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston

Boa Island Immersive Experience
LocationBellaghy
Boa Island Immersive Experience

Openings

Season

16th November 2026-21st November 2026

Season

22nd November 2026

Boa Island Immersive Experience

Teresa Livingstone - Nice Lady event poster
LocationDerry / Londonderry
Teresa Livingstone - Nice Lady

Openings

Season

21st November 2026

Teresa Livingstone, one of Northern Ireland's top comedy acts and skilled pianist and singer,…

The Boondocks
LocationDerry
The Boondocks

Openings

Season

6th November 2026

Step into a world where country music tells the truth without filter, gloss, or modern-day polish.…

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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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