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Embrace the
Festival City

Unlock the Walled City

  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. 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
  3. 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
  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. 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.
  6. 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!

This Week

Image of Pipers
LocationCastlederg
Piping in the Derg

Openings

Season

2nd July 2025

Pipe Bands and Highland Dancing in the centre of Castlederg as part of the build up to All Ireland…

The logo for New Gate Arts & Cultural Centre with images of performers at the Festival of Flutes
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Festival of Flutes

Openings

Season

30th June 2025-5th July 2025

The "Festival of Flutes" takes place 28th June - 5th July 2024. Event list now available.

Children's Oil Pastel Workshop
LocationBellaghy
Children's Oil Pastel Workshop

Openings

Season

5th July 2025

Children's Oil Pastel Workshop

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry By Fork

Openings

Season

5th July 2025

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

A Bite and Sup
LocationBellaghy
A Bite and Sup

Openings

Season

2nd July 2025

A Bite and Sup Tour

image of Max Roddy dressed as Peter Pan
LocationDerry
Max Roddy presents Peter Pan

Openings

Season

5th July 2025

This show is without doubt Max Roddy's biggest and baddest project to date. This brand-new comedy…

Summer camp
LocationDerry
Summer camp

Openings

Season

30th June 2025-4th July 2025

Summer camp

Promotional image for the 'Fun for Just £1' offer.
LocationDerry and Strabane District Area
Fun For Just £1

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-31st August 2025

This summer, kids can enjoy fun for just £1 at Derry & Strabane leisure centres!

Banner image for the Stendhal Festival 2025
LocationLimavady
Stendhal Festival

Openings

Stendhal Festival

4th July 2025-6th July 2025

Stendhal Festival returns for 2025!

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

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School, Independence Day

5th July 2025

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

Beach Buddies
LocationSkeoge Industrial Estate, Derry
Beach Buddies Summer Camp

Openings

Season

30th June 2025-4th July 2025

Beach Buddies Summer Camp

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…

River Running By Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
River running By Festival

Openings

Season

9th June 2025-30th August 2025

The River Running By Festival is an exhibition recalling a mix of historical events with roots…

Next Week

Lego Animation Workshops
LocationBellaghy
Lego Animation Workshop

Openings

Season

8th July 2025

Season

8th July 2025

Lego Animation Workshops

Camp Power Up
LocationSkeoge Industrial Estate, Derry
Power Up Camp

Openings

Season

7th July 2025-11th July 2025

Power Up Summer Camp

Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral July 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral

Openings

Dr. Derek Collins (Former Organist, St Columb's Cathedral (2018-2024)

10th July 2025

Enjoy lunchtime Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral.

The Open
The 153rd Open - Royal Portrush

Openings

Season

13th July 2025-20th July 2025

Join us at Royal Portrush for a celebration of golf's rich heritage and witness history in the…

InterAct Youth Arts Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
InterAct Youth Arts Festival

Openings

Season

7th July 2025-18th July 2025

The Millennium Forum hosts the Interact Youth Arts Festival each Summer, offering a mix of free…

CONTRASTS : THE POETIC AND THE POLITICAL NEW AND RECENT PAINTINGS AND DRAWINGS
Location16 BISHOP ST. DERRY, Derry
CONTRASTS : THE POETIC AND THE POLITICAL NEW AND RECENT PAINTINGS AND DRAWINGS

Openings

Season

25th June 2025-26th July 2025

UV Arts presents a two person exhibition of new and recent paintings and drawings by Declan…

St Augustine's Summer Concerts 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
St Augustine's Summer Concerts

Openings

St Augustine's Summer Concerts

1st July 2025-26th August 2025

St Augustine’s Summer Concerts will take place every Tuesday from 1st July – 26th August

A Bite and Sup
LocationBellaghy
A Bite and Sup

Openings

Season

8th July 2025

A Bite and Sup Tour

Open Ground Guided Experience
LocationBellaghy
Open Ground Guided Experience

Openings

Season

9th July 2025

Open Ground Guided Experience

Flyer for Laughs @ The Loft
LocationDerry~Londonderry
LAUGHS@THELOFT - MICKY BARTLETT and guests

Openings

Season

10th July 2025

The king of Northern Irish comedy is back! Micky Bartlett, one of the most celebrated comedians to…

Promotional image for the 'Fun for Just £1' offer.
LocationDerry and Strabane District Area
Fun For Just £1

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-31st August 2025

This summer, kids can enjoy fun for just £1 at Derry & Strabane leisure centres!

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LocationStrabane
Neuro Diverse FC

Openings

Season

7th July 2025-11th August 2025

Football Sessions

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…

Early Bird Offer
LocationBellaghy
Early Bird

Openings

Season

16th June 2025-31st July 2025

Early Bird Offer

River Running By Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
River running By Festival

Openings

Season

9th June 2025-30th August 2025

The River Running By Festival is an exhibition recalling a mix of historical events with roots…

Next Month

Lego Animation Workshops
LocationBellaghy
Lego Animation Workshop

Openings

Season

8th July 2025

Season

8th July 2025

Lego Animation Workshops

None
LocationLondonderry
13th Maiden City ink tattoo convention

Openings

Season

25th July 2025-27th July 2025

Tattoo Convention

Camp Power Up
LocationSkeoge Industrial Estate, Derry
Power Up Camp

Openings

Season

7th July 2025-11th July 2025

Power Up Summer Camp

Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral July 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral

Openings

Nicky Morton & Louis Fields (Organist & Assistant Organist, St Columb's Cathedral)

3rd July 2025

Dr. Derek Collins (Former Organist, St Columb's Cathedral (2018-2024)

10th July 2025

Stewart Smith (Organist, All Saints Clooney)

17th July 2025

Ben McGonigle (Organist, Christ Church)

24th July 2025

David McGuckin (Organist, First Derry Presbyterian Church)

31st July 2025

Enjoy lunchtime Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral.

Unlock the  
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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