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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. Walled City Alive
    Walled City Alive presents a programme of animation, arts and culture taking place throughout June. The programme includes music, dance, storytelling and hands-on creative activity, encouraging locals and visitors alike to engage with the stories and heritage of the Walled City of Derry in a creative way.
  3. 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.
  4. Group photo of people in costume.
    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

This Week

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

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

Guided Tour of St. Columb’s Cathedral
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th June 2026

Explore the 17th-century Gothic cathedral with a Guide, viewing historical artifacts like the Siege…

Guided Tour - St. Augustine’s Church

Openings

Season

20th June 2026

A guided Walled City Alive tour exploring the rich history, stained glass and ancient graveyard of…

Class: Irish Wood At Home
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th June 2026

Celebrate Heritage Month with furniture designer James Burton in a live woodturning class…

Summer Solstice Garden Party
LocationWaterside, Derry

Openings

Season

20th June 2026

Come along to St. Columb’s Park House and celebrate with a day of indoor and outdoor activities.

Up the Walls with the MakeyUppers
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th June 2026

Meet Derry’s most eccentric spiritual medium! This hilarious, interactive animated comedy…

Cann Beatha Very Derry Baking Experience
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

18th June 2026

Season

20th June 2026

Join us for the Very Derry Baking Experience, a fun, hands-on baking day with tasty treats and good…

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

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-31st March 2027

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

Exhibition - A History of Internment in Ireland
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

15th June 2026-15th July 2026

Walled City Alive 2026

City Cemetery History Tour
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

20th June 2026

City Cemetery History Tour, Part of the Walled City Alive Programme

A night with Paul McIntyre
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

28th May 2026-31st August 2026

Unwind with an evening of smooth live jazz, timeless classics, and an exclusive three-course dinner…

All I see is the present | Christopher Steenson
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

20th June 2026-30th June 2026

Exhibition by Christopher Steenson using photography, sound and archival material. Focusing on the…

Irish Traditional Music
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

15th June 2026

Performance from Students from Acadamh Ceoil Chaoimhin Ui Dhochartaigh

Guided Tour Siege Museum
LocationLondonderry,

Openings

Season

19th June 2026

Heritage Month: Siege Museum Guided Tour

Main
LocationDerry City

Openings

Season

18th June 2026

A True Irish Experience - Live Irish Music, Food & Irish Dancers - In an authentic Irish bar. Not…

Guided Tour St. Eugene’s Cathedral
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

17th June 2026

With a guided tour discover the striking 19th-century Neo-Gothic architecture, admire the…

Guided  Walking Tour Medieval Pilgrim Path Tour
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

18th June 2026-19th June 2026

Celebrate Heritage Month with a guided walking tour along Derry’s medieval pilgrim path, tracing…

A picture of a stretch tent and lights
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

21st June 2026

This summer, Bluegrass BBQs at the Folk Park bring together live Irish music and great American BBQ…

Next Week

LA Marine Machines

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Join the Loughs Agency at a bespoke marine-themed zone and enjoy a range of immersive activities…

The Mikel Murfi Triology: The Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

27th June 2026

The Mikel Murfi Triology: The Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey

Zumba Blast. Every Thursday in June
LocationEbrington, Derry/Londonderry

Openings

Season

25th June 2026

Zumba sessions are arriving at Ebrington. Join us every Thursday evening in June 2026.

Sails of Solace
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

25th June 2026-27th June 2026

Experience a breathtaking illuminated riverscape at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival as Visual…

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

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

Guided Tour of St. Columb’s Cathedral
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026

Explore the 17th-century Gothic cathedral with a Guide, viewing historical artifacts like the Siege…

Guided Tour - St. Augustine’s Church

Openings

Season

27th June 2026

A guided Walled City Alive tour exploring the rich history, stained glass and ancient graveyard of…

Rockshore Sounds ‘26
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Enjoy acclaimed local and national musicians at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival with specially…

Acclaimed eyewitness lunchtime talks. Hear directly from museum staff who lived through the events of Bloody Sunday, Free Derry and the civil rights m
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

22nd June 2026

Acclaimed eyewitness lunchtime talks. Hear directly from museum staff who lived through the events…

Workshop: ‘Linen History Skill & Totes’
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026

Celebrate Heritage Month with designer Bridie Mullin in a hands-on workshop exploring Ireland's…

St Augustine's Summer Concerts 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

St Augustine's Summer Concerts

23rd June 2026-8th September 2026

St Augustine’s Summer Concerts will take place every Tuesday from 23rd June – 8th September

In Your Space presents: Carnival of Colours
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

25th June 2026-28th June 2026

Derry’s boldest and brightest Circus & Street Arts festival, Carnival of Colours, is BACK!

A Story About Us
LocationBishops Street Within, Derry

Openings

Season

22nd June 2026-26th June 2026

A Story About Us: A Heritage Month Exhibition Tracking Our Journey from Historic School to Modern…

Everywhere’s a Beach by Hikapee
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

27th June 2026-28th June 2026

Enjoy a day at the beach like no other at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival with "Everywhere’s a…

Greater Shantallow Community arts presents: Up the Foyle in a Bubble
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

27th June 2026-28th June 2026

Follow the magical journey of Pearl, Coral, and Bubbles at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival as…

The Mikel Murfi Triology: The Man in the Woman's Shoes
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

25th June 2026

The Mikel Murfi Triology: The Man in the Woman's Shoes

Guided Tour: Derry Girls Experience
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

1st June 2026-30th June 2026

Enjoy a guided tour of The Derry Girls Experience as part of this years Heritage month!

The Klevia

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Welcome back a stunning piece of maritime history with this beautifully restored and traditionally…

Up the Walls with the MakeyUppers
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026

Meet Derry’s most eccentric spiritual medium! This hilarious, interactive animated comedy…

Le Dundee mutin
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Discover the thrilling history of the Mutin, a French Navy sail training vessel that served as an…

Echoes of the Foyle by Sollus
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Catch a brand-new production by the Sollus Highland Dancers at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival,…

Cann Beatha Very Derry Baking Experience
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

27th June 2026

Join us for the Very Derry Baking Experience, a fun, hands-on baking day with tasty treats and good…

Derry North Atlantic Museum
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

24th June 2026-28th June 2026

Discover the city's rich heritage and shirt factory history at this year's Foyle Maritime Festival…

Foyle Maritime Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

25th June 2026-28th June 2026

Foyle Maritime Festival, a celebration of all things nautical on the beautiful River Foyle. Our…

Next Month

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

Openings

Season

31st March 2026-30th September 2026

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

The HomePlace Book Club
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

5th July 2026

The HomePlace Book Club

St Augustine's Summer Concerts 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

St Augustine's Summer Concerts

23rd June 2026-8th September 2026

St Augustine’s Summer Concerts will take place every Tuesday from 23rd June – 8th September

The Ebrington Cup
LocationEbrington, Derry/Londonderry

Openings

Season

4th July 2026

We're excited to bring you the Ebrington Cup, a community football tournament taking place at…

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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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