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Join us for a 4-day festival that will transform the riverfront into an international marina. Embark on a cultural voyage through the Walled City, relax at our urban beach or get stuck into some on-water activities, there will be something for everyone.

It’s been two years since the River Foyle played host to one of the country’s biggest nautical celebrations and this year the suspense is building as Derry prepares to unveil the exciting new look Foyle Maritime Festival on June 27^th.

With just five weeks to go, today saw the official launch of the internationally acclaimed Foyle Maritime Festival, a celebratory sea-faring extravaganza!

The Port in Derry-Londonderry, which is celebrating its 170th anniversary this year, is expected to host nine different cruise lines and six inaugural calls between May and September.

A dynamic programme of events both on and off the water are being planned to celebrate the 2024 Foyle Maritime Festival, which returns to the city’s riverfront for four days from Thursday 27th to Sunday 30th of June.

With just a few weeks to go until one of the biggest music celebrations in the country, the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival Guinness Jazz Trail is now live.

The take-off of Ryanair’s new year-round Birmingham service from City of Derry Airport on Wednesday 3rd April 2024 provided a well-earned cause for celebration with Jade Kirwan, Ryanair’s Head of Communications, and the Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council, Cllr Patricia Logue, in attendance to mark the occasion.

The private Brook Hall Estate & Gardens, which sits on the banks of the River Foyle is to open to the public in support of the National Garden Scheme and Foyle Hospice.

The longer days are fast approaching, and that can only mean one thing, it’s almost time for the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival, which this year runs from May 2^nd-6^th.

Ulster’s foremost orchestra, the Ulster Orchestra are returning to the Walled City Music Festival for a Gala Variety Concert the whole family is sure to enjoy. 

The Walled City Music Festival returns to Derry from 14 – 17 March for another packed programme of classical concerts and workshops with internationally renowned guest musicians.

As the mid-term break approaches, it is time to trade textbooks for adventures and classroom walls for the great outdoors! We have put together this handy list of top attractions and activities so whether you are a parent seeking ideas to keep the kids engaged or a family looking to create lasting memories together, the Northwest has something for everyone!