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Embrace the
Festival City

Unlock the Walled City

  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. European Heritage Open Days 2025
    European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is an annual event celebrating local architecture, history and culture. On 13th & 14th September, the historic buildings, monuments and landmarks of Derry~Londonderry will open, offering free activities for you to enjoy. Soak up the LegenDerry spirit inside the Guildhall, Tower Museum and many of the city’s historical churches. Why not get outdoors and explore the wonders of Boomhall Estate and Ebrington Barracks.
  3. Culture Night
    Derry and Strabane will join with villages, towns and cities across the island of Ireland to host a celebration of arts with an abundance of vibrant and exciting events over one wonderful evening.
  4. 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. 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.
  6. City Of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival
    Ireland’s biggest and best Jazz Festival - City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival!
  7. 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.

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Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry

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Wild & Fired BBQ School

20th September 2025

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

Cóisir Tí // House Party
LocationDoire

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Season

19th September 2025

Fearadh na fáilte romhat! Bain sult as oíche Ghaelach sa Chultúrlann ag ár gCóisir Tí! Osclófar na…

Ebrington Square Night Market
LocationDerry

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Season

19th September 2025

For one night only, Ebrington Square transforms into the ultimate after-dark playground of flavour,…

Moves and Melodies
LocationDerry

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Season

18th September 2025

Moves and Melodies - 2pm - 3:30pm

Step Back in Time
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Culture Night at the Tower Museum ..... step back in time!

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-18th September 2025

Season

20th September 2025-20th December 2025

An exhibition of political & military artefacts with an audio tour, and an opportunity to get up…

Promotional poster for Taylor Swift tribute act
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

20th September 2025

Step into the world of Taylor Swift with We Love Taylor! 

One World Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

14th September 2025

 “A Community united through culture, creativity and respect” One World Festival celebrates the…

Patch & Play
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Artitude; Climate, Culture & Circularity presents; Patch & Play Got a teddy that's been loved…

Lunchtime Concert - Grúpa Ceoil Beag
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

20th September 2025

Lunchtime Concert - Grúpa Ceoil Beag, a group of young traditional Irish music students and…

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Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry

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Wild & Fired BBQ School

20th September 2025

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

Buildings

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Outdoor screening of Rear Window by Alfred Hitchcock, as part of Culture Night 2025.

Culture Night Poetry Trail
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Annual Culture Night outdoor poetry and music trail. Join anytime, listen or perform. Led by Frank…

Comedy Night
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Doors open from 7:00pm

20th September 2025

Maldron Comedy is back! Are you ready for round 2 of Maldron Comedy - After Dark Edition? …

Codetta Choir with St Eugene's Cathedral in the background.
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Codetta 25th Anniversary Concert

19th September 2025

Codetta Gala Ball

20th September 2025

As Codetta marks its 25th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed choir is set to celebrate with…

Irish landscape
LocationGuildhall Square, Derry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

A talk exploring the Irish and Ulster-Scots origins of placenames in the Derry City and Strabane…

Lunchtime Organ Recitals at First Derry Presbyterian Church
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Organ music is fun!

Culture Night Concert at St Columb's Cathedral
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Enjoy an evening of music and song with the with the St. Columb's Cathedral Boy and Girl Choristers…

Ceol ár gClann
LocationDoire

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Cuireann an t-imeacht dátheangach seo síos ar ar na sloinnte is coitianta fá chathair Dhoire, cad é…

Illustration of moon with event text overlaid
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

As part of this year's Culture Night, The Museum of Free Derry is proud to host the Moon Tell Me…

Cóisir Tí // House Party
LocationDoire

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Fearadh na fáilte romhat! Bain sult as oíche Ghaelach sa Chultúrlann ag ár gCóisir Tí! Osclófar na…

Civic Splendour: Culture Night at the Guildhall
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Civic Splendour - Culture Night in the Guildhall is a celebration steeped in heritage and brimming…

Ebrington Square Night Market
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

For one night only, Ebrington Square transforms into the ultimate after-dark playground of flavour,…

Moves and Melodies
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

18th September 2025

Moves and Melodies - 2pm - 3:30pm

Step Back in Time
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Culture Night at the Tower Museum ..... step back in time!

Promotional brochure for Bedlan's exhibition with an image of some of the artifacts on display.
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-18th September 2025

Season

20th September 2025-20th December 2025

An exhibition of political & military artefacts with an audio tour, and an opportunity to get up…

Living in Donegal
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Meet 27 People who live in Donegal and get to know them. See moving video portraits, watch…

Culture Night tour of Freemasons Hall
LocationLondonderry/Derry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

The Freemasons' would like to invite members of the public to learn about one of the oldest…

Sensory Musical Theatre
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

20th September 2025

Sensory Musical Theatre Group - open from 13:30 - 15:00

Promotional poster for Taylor Swift tribute act
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

20th September 2025

Step into the world of Taylor Swift with We Love Taylor! 

Taphouse Studios – Open Night for Artists
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Guildhall Taphouse Studios, established by Creative Village Arts, is a new artist studio space in…

Lines of Inheritance poster for exhibition taking place in the Alley Theatre, Strabane until 30 September 2025
LocationStrabane

Openings

Season

23rd June 2025-18th September 2025

Season

20th September 2025-26th September 2025

Lines of Inheritance: The Art of Micheál Ó Nualláin Art Exhibit and the Legacy of Flann O'Brien

Art Studios - Open Night
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Visit Art studios at Bishop Street Artists

Patch & Play
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

19th September 2025

Artitude; Climate, Culture & Circularity presents; Patch & Play Got a teddy that's been loved…

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Derry Halloween 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

28th October 2025-31st October 2025

The worlds of past and present collide to bring you a dazzling street celebration of all things…

Codetta are joined by New Dublin Voices at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

24th October 2025

Bask in the serenity of a late-night choral experience as two of Ireland’s finest choirs, Codetta…

Zombie stealing lives
LocationMoneymore

Openings

Season

11th October 2025

Ireland's original Zombie Run, challenges participants to complete a daring 6K obstacle trail run…

Wild & Fired BBQ School
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School, Harvest Special

18th October 2025

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

Unlock the  
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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