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Festival City

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  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. 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 - Keep your eyes peeled for details on 2025!
  3. 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.
  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. A man wearing a black cap and white shirt is fly fishing near a bridge. He holds a fishing rod with a reel of yellow fishing line, looking focused. A
    North West Angling Fair 2025
    The 2025 Angling Fair will be back for another spectacular year of angling in Melvin Sports Complex, Melvin Road, Strabane, County Tyrone, which lies on banks of the Mourne River. This is the nineth year of the event, delivered by Derry City and Strabane District Council in conjunction with The Loughs Agency.
    1. 29 Mar 202530 Mar 2025
  6. Celtronic 25th Anniversary Edition
    Celtronic 2025
    Ireland's longest running electronic music festival, Celtronic, returns this Easter for its 25th anniversary.
    1. 17 Apr 202520 Apr 2025
  7. 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
  8. 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

This Week

A bouquet of flowers with a tag saying "Happy Mother's Day."
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Mother's Weekend Sunday Lunch

Openings

Season

30th March 2025

Enjoy a Mother's Weekend Celebration at the Bishop's Gate Hotel.

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…

Two performers on stage engaging with the audience, with bold text announcing "3 Bucks Left" live at The Inishowen Gateway Hotel on March 28, 2025.
LocationBallymacarry Lower, Buncrana
3 Bucks Left

Openings

Season

28th March 2025

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs on March 28, 2025, as 3 BUCKS LEFT take the stage!…

Next Week

www.alley-theatre.com
LocationStrabane
Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine Participants will create a still life in…

Promotional image of Paddy McGuinness with text showing the dates and locations of his tour.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
"Nearly There..." by Paddy McGuinness

Openings

Season

4th April 2025

Best-loved comedian Paddy McGuinness takes to the stage of the Millennium Forum for his first…

A photograph of wood-whittling tools and a carved spatula and spoon.
LocationCastlerock
'Carve a Spatula' Workshop

Openings

Season

4th April 2025

Join us and Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland for a workshop where you'll learn all the…

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…

Gallens of laughter
LocationStrabane
Conal Gallen: Gallens of laughter

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

Date: Saturday 5th April 2025 Time: 8pm

Next Month

A 'Happy Easter' display.
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Easter Sunday Lunch

Openings

Season

20th April 2025

An Easter Lunch in the Northern Counties Ballroom & Gown Restaurant at the Bishop's Gate Hotel.

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

Openings

Season

21st April 2025

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

Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland Special Guest Anthony Toner
LocationDerry
Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland

Openings

Season

10th April 2025

Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland Special Guest Anthony Toner

www.alley-theatre.com
LocationStrabane
Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine

Openings

Season

5th April 2025

Season

12th April 2025

Ceramic Flower Picture Workshops With Artist Leona Devine Participants will create a still life in…

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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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