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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

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…

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

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School with Goodwood Fuel

7th June 2025

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

Encore Choir
LocationDerry
Encore Contemporary Choir Summer Showcase

Openings

Season

1st June 2025

Join Derry's original contemporary choir for an afternoon of feel-good music in one of the city's…

Causeway Coast Amateur Golf Tournament
Causeway Coast Amateur Golf Tournament

Openings

Season

2nd June 2025-6th June 2025

The Causeway Coast Amateur in one of the largest events of its type in Europe, attracting around…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry By Fork

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

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

Summer Jamm in Strabane, Saturday 7th June
LocationStrabane
Summer Jamm in Strabane

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

Get ready for the ultimate Summer family day out!

Orchestra NorthWest presents The Carnival of the Animals plus music from Stage and Screen
Orchestra NorthWest presents The Carnival of the Animals

Openings

The Guildhall, Derry~Londonderry

1st June 2025

Join Orchestra Northwest for an enchanting concert featuring Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals,…

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LocationBrae Road,, Burnfoot,
Scalp Walk Challenge - Hike of Hope

Openings

Season

1st June 2025

Pull on your walking boots and pack your sense of adventure as you join our L/Derry group for a…

Next Week

Gouache and pinky-redcoloured pencil on paper which looks like a moon shooting over a descending mountainscape
LocationDerry/Londonderry
Take Hold

Openings

Season

28th March 2025-7th June 2025

Take Hold is a group exhibition guest curated by Rachel Botha, exploring "hope as a practice" in…

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…

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

Openings

Wild & Fired BBQ School with Goodwood Fuel

7th June 2025

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

man suspiciously looking through curtains
LocationDerry
Misericordia | Reel Lives

Openings

Season

5th June 2025

The teasingly entwined ambiguities of love and death continue to fascinate French auteur Alain…

Tag rugby
LocationDerry
Tag Rugby

Openings

Season

29th May 2025-3rd July 2025

Tag rugby summer league

Four mothers and a son sitting round a table
LocationDerry
Four Mothers | Reel Lives

Openings

Season

3rd June 2025

An Irish twist on Gianni Di Gregorio's acclaimed 2008 Italian hit Mid-August Lunch (Pranzo di…

Act Your Age
LocationDerry
Act Your Age

Openings

Season

5th June 2025

Age Friendly Drama Group

Causeway Coast Amateur Golf Tournament
Causeway Coast Amateur Golf Tournament

Openings

Season

2nd June 2025-6th June 2025

The Causeway Coast Amateur in one of the largest events of its type in Europe, attracting around…

audrey hepburn
LocationDerry
Cinematic Breakfasts: Roman Holiday | Reel Lives

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

Lovingly restored in stunning 4K, Roman Holiday features a legendary, Oscar®-winning performance…

Dance Dreams
LocationStrabane
Encore presents: Dance Dreams

Openings

Season

4th June 2025-5th June 2025

The Award Winning Encore PAA are proudly presenting their annual Dance Show 2025 featuring all…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry By Fork

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

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

Woman sitting at table with phone
LocationDerry
On Falling | Reel Lives

Openings

Season

4th June 2025

Set against a landscape dominated by an algorithm-driven gig economy.

Sensory Musical Theatre
LocationDerry
Sensory Musical Theatre Group

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

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

Shawn Cuddy's Summer Cracker
LocationStrabane
Shawn Cuddy's Summer Cracker

Openings

Season

6th June 2025

Date: Friday 6th June 2025 Time: 8pm

Poster for A Streetcar Named Desire that is being presented by the National Theatre Live
LocationDerry~Londonderry
National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire

Openings

Season

5th June 2025

Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor)…

Summer Jamm in Strabane, Saturday 7th June
LocationStrabane
Summer Jamm in Strabane

Openings

Season

7th June 2025

Get ready for the ultimate Summer family day out!

Next Month

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…

Organ Recitals at St Columb's Cathedral
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.

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…

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…

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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