City of Derry International Choir Festival

First held in 2013, the City of Derry International Choir Festival is now established as a major event in the musical life of Northern Ireland and as the only international choir festival of its kind in the UK. Conceived as a joyous celebration of all that choral singing has to offer, its activities include concerts by world-renowned vocal groups, competitions for choirs, workshops and educational events for singers and conductors, and community concerts and choral trails in landmark locations across Derry and the surrounding area.

The City of Derry International Choir Festival will return 22nd - 25th October 2026!

Keep your eyes peeled for more detail coming soon!

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Opening Gala Concert | Beethoven – Triumph & Transcendence

Derry~Londonderry

Address

The Millennium Forum, Newmarket Street, Derry~Londonderry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6EB

Type

Type:

Live Music

The 2026 City of Derry International Choir Festival opens with a spectacular performance by the Festival Chorus and Ulster Orchestra under the baton of their newly appointed Chief Conductor, Anna Handler.

Dates

From:
22 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -

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Late Night at St Columb's Cathedral – The Apex Singers

Derry~Londonderry

Address

St Columb's Cathedral, 17 London Street, Derry~Londonderry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6RQ

Type

Type:

Live Music

Continue your festival journey into the late evening with an atmospheric concert in the stunning surroundings of St Columb's Cathedral.

Dates

From:
23 Oct 2026Open 22:00 -

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Tenebrae at the Guildhall

Derry~Londonderry

Address

The Guildhall, Derry~Londonderry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 7BB

Type

Type:

Live Music

Grammy-nominated vocal ensemble Tenebrae brings its internationally acclaimed artistry to the Guildhall for an unforgettable evening of choral music.

Dates

From:
23 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -

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Oak Tree of Derry International Competition

Derry~Londonderry

Address

The Guildhall, Derry~Londonderry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 7BB

Telephone
028 7137 6510

Type

Type:

Live Music

Always a festival favourite and a sell-out event annually, the Oak Tree of Derry International Competition is the jewel in the crown of the City of Derry International Choir Festival.

Dates

From:
24 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -

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Festival Finale: Closing Gala Concert and Awards

Derry~Londonderry

Address

The Millennium Forum, Newmarket Street, Derry~Londonderry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6EB

Type

Type:

Live Music

"And the winner is…"
Join us for the grand finale of the 2026 Festival, a joyful, celebratory evening that brings together voices from around the world in a glittering Closing Gala Concert & Awards Show.

Dates

From:
25 Oct 2026Open 20:00 -

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