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  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 2026
    European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is an annual event celebrating local architecture, history and culture. On 12th & 13th September, historic buildings, monuments and landmarks across Northern Ireland will open, offering free activities for you to enjoy.
  3. 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
  4. 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.

This Week

a man and woman on horseback on a countryside trail
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

14th August 2026

Learn basic horse riding skills before embarking on a relaxed Countryside Trek. Enjoy a peaceful…

The Féile logo for 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

5th August 2026-15th August 2026

Now in its 34th year, Féile 2026 will bring music, films, discussions, sport, family events and…

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…

a woman and two children pose with a horse with Binevenagh Mountain in the background
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

1st August 2026-31st August 2026

B.R.I.D.L.E – Bringing Riding Into Disabled Lives Equally. Join Crindle Stables for Autism-Friendly…

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…

Men and woman in a band playing music on a stage.
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

16th August 2026

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

a group of people on horseback on the beach
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

14th August 2026

Enjoy a scenic horseback ride along the stunning Northern Ireland coastline. This Beach Ride offers…

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…

2 girls are brushing a horse
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

17th August 2026

Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Learn stopping, steering, and…

One Day Experience (Self-Guided)
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

1st July 2026-31st August 2026

One Day Experience (Self-Guided)

a family laughs and smiles around a horse
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

1st August 2026-31st August 2026

Join Crindle Stables for a beginner-friendly Adventure Ride, designed especially for families,…

Presidental display at Ulster American Folk Park showing 11 portraits on the wall at the museum
LocationOmagh

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-31st August 2026

Discover the stories behind the eleven presidents' ancestral journeys and how families who departed…

Main
LocationDerry City

Openings

Season

13th August 2026

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

Next Week

Maiden City Ink Tattoo Convention
LocationLondonderry

Openings

Season

21st August 2026-23rd August 2026

Maiden City Ink is back for its 14th year, bringing together over 50 talented tattoo artists…

a man and woman on horseback on a countryside trail
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

21st August 2026

Learn basic horse riding skills before embarking on a relaxed Countryside Trek. Enjoy a peaceful…

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

Openings

Water, Wild & Fired: Seafood Demo with Moore on the Quay

23rd August 2026

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

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Fork the Walls Tour

22nd August 2026

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

Rogan House at Ulster American Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh

Openings

Season

22nd August 2026

Season

23rd August 2026

On 22nd and 23rd August, the Folk Park will be marking the UNESCO International Day for the…

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…

Senior Strolls
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

23rd July 2026-27th August 2026

Senior Strolls

Cann Beatha Very Derry Baking Experience
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

20th August 2026

Season

22nd August 2026

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

Bat and Moth Event
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

20th August 2026

Stay up late and learn about the fascinating bats and moths living at Faughan Valley.

a woman and two children pose with a horse with Binevenagh Mountain in the background
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

1st August 2026-31st August 2026

B.R.I.D.L.E – Bringing Riding Into Disabled Lives Equally. Join Crindle Stables for Autism-Friendly…

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…

Pam Ayres - Doggedly Onward: A Life in Poems
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

21st August 2026

Season

22nd August 2026

Pam Ayres - Doggedly Onward: A Life in Poems

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

Black and White image of an excavation site  showing  a a dig site with an unidentified solid object in the center . Image taken by the  artist Christ
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

12th June 2026-12th September 2026

For Christopher Steenson's solo exhibition All I see is the present, the artist combines sound…

Border Lines Poster 22 August 2026
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

22nd August 2026

Season

22nd August 2026

Border Lines returns to Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin for a special Foyle Pride edition, hosted by Cat…

a group of people on horseback on the beach
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

21st August 2026

Enjoy a scenic horseback ride along the stunning Northern Ireland coastline. This Beach Ride offers…

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…

Indoor Play
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

6th July 2026-17th August 2026

Indoor Play

2 girls are brushing a horse
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

17th August 2026

Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Learn stopping, steering, and…

Strand Strollers
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

21st July 2026-25th August 2026

Strand Strollers

One Day Experience (Self-Guided)
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

1st July 2026-31st August 2026

One Day Experience (Self-Guided)

a family laughs and smiles around a horse
LocationLimavady

Openings

Season

1st August 2026-31st August 2026

Join Crindle Stables for a beginner-friendly Adventure Ride, designed especially for families,…

An Introduction to SFX Makeup Workshop
LocationBellaghy

Openings

Season

18th August 2026

An Introduction to SFX Makeup Workshop

Photo of Ulster Orchestra promoting their upcoming concert at Hill of the O'Neill on 23rd August 2026
LocationDungannon

Openings

Season

23rd August 2026

The Ulster Orchestra returns to the Hill of the O’Neill

Next Month

First Derry Blue Coat School Heritage Centre EHOD 2026
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

12th September 2026-13th September 2026

The property consists of First Derry Presbyterian Church, Listed Historic Building Grade B+ and the…

Nature Walk
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

10th September 2026-12th September 2026

Join us for guided nature walks at Creggan Country Park exploring the importance of protecting and…

Still from 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma'
LocationDerry~Londonderry

Openings

Season

29th September 2026

A new kind of horror remake from Jane Schoenbrun (I Saw the TV Glow).

Lore & Dungiven Community Choir
LocationDerry

Openings

Season

26th September 2026

Lore & Dungiven Community Choir

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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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