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Embrace the
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. European Heritage Open Days 2025
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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.

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 2025-18th September 2025

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

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry By Fork - September

Openings

Season

6th September 2025

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

Oakfest
LocationRaphoe
Oakfest

Openings

Season

6th September 2025-7th September 2025

The Ultimate Family Festival Experience – Oakfest 2025! Join us on September 6th & 7th at the…

Derry By Fork Logo
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry By Fork

Openings

Season

6th September 2025

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

Next Week

image shows details of our event with Hard 2 Handle which will take place on Saturday 13th September in the Northern Counties Ballroom. Tickets includ
LocationLondonderry
An Evening With Hard 2 Handle

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

Tickets include 3 course meal & live music

First Derry Blue Coat School Heritage Centre EHOD 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
First Derry Blue Coat School Heritage Centre EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

A guided tour of First Derry Blue Coat School Heritage Centre

The Boom Stone Tour EHOD 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
The Boom Stone Tour EHOD 2025

Openings

EHOD

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Come along on Saturday 13th or Sunday 14th September for The Boom Stone Tour, telling the story of…

Image of Coldplace
LocationStrabane
Coldplace

Openings

Season

11th September 2025

COLDPLACE –THE WORLD'S LEADING TRIBUTE TO COLDPLAY IS A STUNNING LIVE CONCERT PERFORMANCE…

Oliver Anthony singing with guitar
LocationDerry
Oliver Anthony Music

Openings

Season

12th September 2025

Oliver Anthony Music has announced his much-anticipated return to the UK and Europe, following a…

An aerial photograph of Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne.
LocationCastlerock
Guided Historical Tour of the Earl Bishop's Estate

Openings

Season

8th September 2025

Join us on a guided historical tour of one of the jewels of the North Coast as we take you round…

Linking Landscape and Literature
LocationBellaghy
Linking Landscape and Literature

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

Linking Landscape and Literature

Sestina Music
LocationDerry
Sestina Music presents: Singet Dem Herrn - Motets by Bach and Brahms

Openings

Season

10th September 2025

We are delighted to announce the first concert of our 2025-26 season. Featuring a programme of…

Finding New Voices for Your Writing Workshop
LocationBellaghy
Finding New Voices for Your Writing Workshop

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

Finding New Voices for Your Writing Workshop

Culmore Fort EHOD 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Culmore Fort EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Each tour will begin on the hour from 10am to 2pm on Friday and 11am to 2pm on Saturday and Sunday.…

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 2025-18th September 2025

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

Ebrington Presbyterian Church
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Ebrington Presbyterian Church EHOD 2025

Openings

EHOD

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Visitors will be invited into Ebrington Presbyterian Church, a historic building housing a living…

Image of Angela Dunlop
LocationStrabane
Angela Dunlop

Openings

Season

12th September 2025

Experience an unforgettable evening of connecting with departed loved ones as you join Angela…

CRAIC presents A Night of Accordion & Fiddle Magic + song & dance
LocationStrabane
CRAIC presents A Night of Accordion & Fiddle Magic + song & dance

Openings

Season

9th September 2025

CRAIC Presents An evening of Accordion & Fiddle Magic

Gorta Swatragh's Famine Story at Friels Bar & Restaurant EHOD 2025
LocationSwatragh
Gorta Swatragh's Famine Story at Friels Bar & Restaurant EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

This authentic experience allows visitors to immerse themselves in 1840’s rural village life.

Ulster American Folk Park - Tour of the Mellon Homestead and Landscape EHOD 2025 *FULLY BOOKED*
LocationOmagh
Ulster American Folk Park - Tour of the Mellon Homestead and Landscape EHOD 2025 *FULLY BOOKED*

Openings

EHOD

13th September 2025

*FULLY BOOKED* The Ulster American Folk Park, tells the epic story of Migration from Ulster to the…

Lunchtime Organ Recitals at First Derry Presbyterian Church
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Lunchtime Organ Recitals

Openings

Season

12th September 2025

Organ music is fun!

The Ulster Orchestra
LocationDerry-Londonderry
Ulster Orchestra

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

The Ulster Orchestra visits Derry~Londonderry for an evening paced full of emotion and drama.

Hill of the O'Neill EHOD 2025
LocationDungannon
Hill of the O'Neill EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Enjoy a free self-guided tour and explore the historic Hill of The O’Neill and the interactive…

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

Openings

Season

23rd June 2025-18th September 2025

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

Austins EHOD 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Austins EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

Step back in time and visit a place where shopping dreams came true!

Picture of St Columba Heritage Centre
St Columba Heritage Centre - European Heritage Open Days (EHOD)

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Over the weekend, discover the story of St. Colmcille and the Irish book’s role in shaping European…

Image of The Highway Men
LocationStrabane
The Highwaymen Reincarnated

Openings

Season

13th September 2025

Experience the electrifying tribute to country music legends Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie…

Carlisle Road Methodist Church EHOD 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Carlisle Road Methodist Church EHOD 2025

Openings

Season

13th September 2025-14th September 2025

Carlisle Road Methodist Church was opened in 1903

Next Month

Derry Halloween 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Derry Halloween 2025

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…

Members of the Wicklow band Scustin gathered in front of a counter.
LocationDerry/Londonderry
Scustin

Openings

Season

2nd October 2025

Wicklow post-funk group perform their debut Derry show this October!

John Boyne In Conversation
LocationBellaghy
John Boyne In Conversation

Openings

Season

16th October 2025

John Boyne In Conversation

International Competition at the City of Derry International Choir Festival
LocationDerry~Londonderry
International Competition

Openings

Season

25th October 2025

Always a fan favourite, and a sell-out show in 2024, the Oak Tree of Derry International…

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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