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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. Spring Carnival
    Spring Carnival
    Winter has faded into the light and we’re celebrating the arrival of Spring in all its colourful splendour with a magical programme of music, dance, food and folklore. Join us in the Walled City as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day and the arrival of spring!
  3. 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!
  4. 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.
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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 woman dressed in historical costume at the Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh
International Women's Day at the Folk Park

Openings

Season

8th March 2025

Discover the stories of powerful women this International Women's Day at the Folk Park.

A poster for the National Trust's Hezlett Book Fair.
LocationCastlerock
Hezlett Book Fair

Openings

Season

8th March 2025

Fuel your imagination and celebrate the joy of reading with a visit to our second-hand book fair in…

Bedlam Museum
LocationDerry
A walk through history

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-24th December 2025

Exhibition of political & militaryartefacts with an audio tour and an opportunity get up close and…

Next Week

Irish Dancer
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Celtic Storm at Everglades Hotel

Openings

Season

15th March 2025

Prepare to be amazed by the stunning talents of the Celtic Storm Irish Dance Troupe! This…

The Alley Theatre exterior
LocationStrabane
Strabane Drama Festival 2025

Openings

Season

14th March 2025-22nd March 2025

The Strabane Drama Festival returns to the Alley Theatre for 2025!

Poster for Afro Celt Sound System
LocationDerry~Londonderry
𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐨 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

Openings

Season

16th March 2025

This electrifying show will take you on a musical journey from the rolling hills of Ireland to the…

Promotional banner for the West End and Broadway hit musical Hairspray, featuring a bright blue-haired character with a pink bow, alongside bold multi
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Hairspray the Musical

Openings

Season

10th March 2025-15th March 2025

THE BIG, BOLD and BEAUTIFUL MUSICAL - HAIRSPRAY is BACK ON TOUR! Starring Strictly's Joanne…

three women arguing
LocationDerry
The Seed Of The Sacred Fig (Daneh Anjeer Moghadas) | Nerve Cinema

Openings

Season

12th March 2025

A powerful drama of paranoia and betrayal

The Lost Weekend By Padraic McIntrye
LocationStrabane
Strabane Drama Festival: Pomeroy Players Presents: The Lost Weekend By Padraic McIntyre

Openings

Season

16th March 2025

Date: Sunday 16th March 2025 Time: 8pm Ticket prices: Student special (3 plays) £10 Individual…

A group of musicians playing at the Folk Park
LocationCastletown, Omagh
St Patrick's Day at Ulster American Folk Park

Openings

Season

16th March 2025

Celebrate a traditional St Patrick's Day with us at the Ulster American Folk Park (Omagh) on Sunday…

Upstage Players presents: The Weir By Conor McPherson
LocationStrabane
Strabane Drama Festival presents: Upstage Players presents The Weir by Conor McPherson

Openings

Season

14th March 2025

Date: Friday 14th March 2025 Time: 8pm Ticket prices: Individual Night:£12 Season Ticket Full…

Balally Players presents: Ulster American By David Ireland
LocationStrabane
Strabane Drama Festival: Balally Players presents: Ulster American By David Ireland

Openings

Season

15th March 2025

Date: Saturday 15th March 2025 Time: 8pm Date: Friday 14th March 2025 Time: 8pm Ticket prices: …

Walled City Music Festival 2025
LocationDerry~Londonderry
Walled City Music Festival

Openings

Season

13th March 2025-16th March 2025

The Walled City Music Festival returns this March for its seventeenth edition, bringing world-class…

Bedlam Museum
LocationDerry
A walk through history

Openings

Season

17th February 2025-24th December 2025

Exhibition of political & militaryartefacts with an audio tour and an opportunity get up close and…

Next Month

www.alley-theatre.com
LocationStrabane
Sinead McAteer: Easter Stories

Openings

Season

19th April 2025

Be a part of our wonderful interactive Easter stories and tales. Saturday 19th April 1pm-4pm.

How to Defuse a Bomb
LocationDerry ~ Londonderry
How to Defuse a Bomb

Openings

Season

10th April 2025

How to Defuse a Bomb

Angela Dunlop
LocationStrabane
Angela Dunlop

Openings

Season

11th April 2025

Date: Friday 11th April 2025 Time: 8pm

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…

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Walled City

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  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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