The locals certainly know how to make you feel welcome and they most definitely know how to enjoy themselves, so it’s really no surprise that the city is the proud host of some of the best festivals and events on the international calendar.

Taking pride of place on that calendar is The Banks of the Foyle Hallowe’en Carnival. Ireland’s largest street carnival sees over 40,000 revellers taking to the streets of the city to party way past the witching hour. The Banks of the Foyle are truly bursting with a motley crew of ghosts and ghouls for the party of the year. The carnival is a sight to behold and a night to remember!

In March don't miss out on the St Patrick's Day celebrations and the local City of Derry Drama Festival.iIn May the cream of international jazz head for Derry for the famous annual City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival.During the summer season the city is host to many events including the Foyle Regatta, Gasyard Féile, Foyle Cup, Maiden City Festival, Cycling, City of Derry Guitar Festival & Celtronic Festivals. The Walled City Cultural Trail programme will uncover the city’s wealth of history and culture guiding you through a choice of ‘themed’ days.

In September the Big Tickle Comedy Festival will put a smile on your face and the Wall2Wall Fiddlefest will attract people of all ages.  In November The Foyle Film Festival, the biggest film festival in Northern Ireland, attracts film buffs and many famous names. These are just a few annual events; the city’s great theatres, conference facilities, nightclubs and bars ensure that there is plenty more...