- St Patrick’s Day Spring Carnival (around 17 March, Derry city): A celebration of the arrival of spring with parades, music, dance, food vendors, and family-friendly cultural events across the city.
- City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival (30 April–4 May, Derry city): Ireland’s largest jazz festival marking its 25th anniversary with performances across multiple venues, big band events, and street entertainment.
- Briggs Equipment North West 200 (4–9 May, Portrush, Portstewart, and Coleraine area): Ireland’s premier motorcycle road racing event featuring high-speed races on the Triangle circuit, attracting international competitors and large crowds.
- Foyle Maritime Festival (25–28 June, Derry city): A biennial celebration of maritime heritage along the River Foyle with ships, on-water activities, entertainment, food, and family events.
- Derry Halloween (28–31 October, Derry city): Europe’s largest Halloween festival celebrating its 40th anniversary with parades, fireworks, awakenings, trails, performances, and spooky activities drawing massive crowds.
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