Féile Derry

Mini Makers: Arts & Crafts Fun!
2025-08-11 11:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Creggan Library, Central Drive, Creggan, Derry City
Let your little one’s creativity shine at our Arts & Crafts session full of colour, textures, and imaginative fun. Enjoy painting, sticking & sensory play and creative fun! Suitable for 0-4 year olds.

Reconnect Project
2025-08-11 11:00 | Gasyard Centre, 128 Lecky Road, Derry City, BT48 6NP
Running throughout the summer The Reconnect Project supports Autistic Children and Young People (Ages 8–18) through creative engagement, skill-building, and wellbeing-focused workshops. Monday: Eco Quest, an outdoor board game adventure with Ben Manning; Tuesday: Creative Mental Health Workshop with trauma-informed facilitator Kayleigh Carlin; Wednesday: Creative Connections Drumming with Margarette McNamee and Kathleen O’Brien; Thursday: Outdoor Adventure Activities in partnership with Far & Wild; Friday: Cooking for wellbeing workshop. Booking essential, contact the Gasyard on 028 7126 2812.

Derry City FC – Open Training Session
2025-08-11 11:00 | Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, Lone Moor Road, Derry City, BT48 9LA
Derry City FC will host an open training session, giving fans the opportunity to watch the team in action and meet their favourite players. The event will also feature face painting and ice cream.

Flight of the Swallows – Book Launch
2025-08-11 11:30 | Little Acorns Bookstore, 13 Great James Street, Derry City, BT48 7BZ
Flight of the Swallows is a powerful collection of personal stories by women connected to the Foyle Network Foundation (Foyle Foodbank) compiled in a new book. Join the authors to hear their journey. Books are £10, with all proceeds supporting the Network Foundation’s vital work.

Mini Professors
2025-08-11 12:00 | Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership, Central Drive, Creggan Estate, Derry City
Get ready for hands-on fun and discovery! Our mini professors get to wear their own lab coat and dive into the world of science through fun, interactive experiments. Suitable for children aged 4-11. To book your place, contact Paula or Kelly at 028 71 281900.

The Case For The Union: A personalised Protestant perspective from Derry
2025-08-11 12:30 | Gasyard Centre, 128 Lecky Road, Derry City, BT48 6NP
Derek Moore currently works on an IFI Peace Impact Programme at North West Cultural Partnership based in the Fountain. He has been associated with the Fountain as a former resident, local flute band member and now community worker for over fifty years.
Derek is pragmatic about his own constitutional views but is sceptical of all viewpoints that place nostalgia over substance and practicalities. At this Féíle event, Derek will outline his Case for The Union.

Ryan McBride Foundation Summer Camp
2025-08-11 14:00 - 2025-08-15 16:30
Ryan McBride Foundation football camp at St Cecilia’s College. Contact the Foundation for more details.

It's A Kind of Magic
2025-08-11 18:00 | John ‘Ugg’ Clifford Bull Park, Bishop Street Without, Derry City
An unforgettable family-friendly magic show in the park featuring performances from two of Ireland’s most spellbinding performers – Jack Wise, the street magician and sword-swallowing showman, and the mind-bending illusions and interactive magic of Caolan McBride.

Peter Taylor in conversation with Raymond McCartney
2025-08-11 19:00 | Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin, 37 Great James Street, Derry City, BT48 7DF
Peter Taylor is a BBC journalist and author who has spent over 50 years reporting on the conflict in Ireland, documenting the people, the politics, and the path to peace. At this special Féile 2025 event, we will get the chance to hear the story behind the headlines in conversation with former political prisoner and hunger striker, Raymond McCartney.

Hide & Seek
2025-08-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Nerve Centre Cinema, 7–8 Magazine Street, Derry City, BT48 6HH
An animated short film that tells the story of a child and his fish as they embark on a journey into the unknown, following the raid on the child’s town during the ongoing war ravaging his country. The short film captures the steps of this journey and its transformations, concluding as the child reaches one of the coasts.

GAZA
2025-08-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Nerve Centre Cinema, 7–8 Magazine Street, Derry City, BT48 6HH
A portrait of a people attempting to lead meaningful lives against the rubble of perennial conflict and going beyond the reach of television news reports to reveal a world rich with eloquent and resilient characters. Directed by award winning duo, Garry Keane and Andrew McConnell, ‘Gaza’, was five years in the making and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2019. The film transcended borders, captivating audiences in over 60 international film festivals, where it garnered 11 award nominations, ultimately triumphing in eight categories. Notably, ‘GAZA’ proudly represented Ireland as the country’s entry in the ‘Best International Feature’ category at the 2020 Oscars.

Residents Day at Peacemakers Museum
2025-08-12 00:00
Residents are invited to visit The Peacemakers Museum at the Gasyard Centre for free. The exhibition traces the North’s journey from conflict to peace, focusing on the period from 1972 to 2007 and its impact on the local area.

Pádraig Barton Cup
2025-08-12 10:00 | Bay Road Soccer, Bay Road Business Park, Derry City, BT48 7SE
The 7-a-side football competition in memory of young Republican Pádraig Barton will feature teams from the 2015 year group from across the city competing for the trophy last won in 2024 by Don Boscos. Organised by the Bogside and Brandywell Monument Committee.

Finishing Touches: Upcycling Furniture with Flair
2025-08-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Repair & Share Foyle, Unit 9E/1, Rathmore Business Park, Derry City
Discover the art of upcycling in this hands-on workshop led by Repair & Share Foyle’s Paint and Innovation Technician, Gareth Loughrey. Learn how to transform waste paint into elegant, high-quality finishes that give tired furniture a new lease of life. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique, this workshop will equip you with practical, creative skills to upcycle with confidence — blending sustainability with style. All materials and furniture pieces are provided, so you can experiment, practice, and perfect your approach before applying it to your own projects at home. Cost: FREE. Booking required. Spaces are limited: repairsharefoyle.org

Teddy Bear's Hospital
2025-08-12 11:00 | Old Library Trust, Central Drive, Creggan, Derry City
Bring your favourite cuddly friend along to our Teddy Bears Hospital – a fun, friendly session where little ones become teddy doctors for the day! A great way to support early learning, ease health worries, and spark imagination.

Big Breakfast Brunch
2025-08-12 11:30 | Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership, Central Drive, Creggan Estate, Derry City
Don’t miss the Big Breakfast Brunch at the Corned Beef Tin – with live music and entertainment. Free event, everyone welcome!

Donncha Mac Niallais Memorial Lecture - Donncha Mac Niallais: Léacht Cuimhneacháin
2025-08-12 12:30 | Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin, 37 Great James Street, Derry City, BT48 7DF
Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin, the Belfast based President of Conradh na Gaeilge, pays tribute to the role played by Donncha Mac Niallais in promoting the Irish language in the city over many years. Ciarán will also outline the current challenges facing Conradh na Gaeilge and the wider Irish language community in Ireland, north and south, as it builds on the incredible legacy of activism left by Donncha and others. This is an Irish language event with a simultaneous translation. Refreshments available.

Causes and Consequences of Toxic Masculinity
2025-08-12 13:00 | Holywell Trust, 10–14 Bishop Street, Derry City, BT48 6PW
Join Dr Paul Caplat from Queen’s University Belfast as he explores the economic and social impact of toxic masculinity—traditional masculine norms that promote violence, self-harm, and restrict emotional expression. A 2017 study, The Man Box, shows young men often feel pressured to live by harmful stereotypes, causing real harm like suicide, violence, and binge drinking. This talk calls for a cultural shift toward inclusive, supportive ways of leading beyond gender roles to improve mental health and society.

DEEDS Summer Celebration (Closed Event)
2025-08-12 14:00
Celebrate the end of Phase 2 of the DEEDS project 2022–25 with food, music, dancing and craic. Closed event.

BJ's Pool Competition
2025-08-12 14:00 | House In The Wells, 130 St Columb's Wells, Derry City, BT48 6LY
Held in honour of our friend and colleague BJ McVeigh, staff, residents and guests will take part in a 1 frame knock out tournament for the trophy. This is a free event. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To register contact Paddy: p.downey@apex.org.uk

The Greatest Show - Tumble Circus
2025-08-12 18:00 | Abercorn Park, Abercorn Road, Derry City
The Greatest Show returns to Féile 2025 with some of Ireland’s finest circus acts, comedians and entertainers, popping up at locations across the neighbourhoods.

Féile's One Big Outdoor Yoga
2025-08-12 18:00 | Bishop’s Field, Central Drive, Creggan, Derry City
Join the largest ever yoga event in Creggan this summer! Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a beginner or experienced yogi. The session will take place outdoors, weather permitting, so bring your mat and enjoy the fresh air!

Battle of Moore Street – Book Launch
2025-08-12 19:00 | Gasyard Centre, 128 Lecky Road, Derry City, BT48 6NP
Author and historian Ray Bateson launches his latest book on the final days of the 1916 Easter Rising, focusing on the human stories behind this pivotal moment. Hear directly from the author about his research, the legacy of Moore Street, and the ongoing campaign to preserve this historic site. Organised by the Martin McGuinness Cumann.

Ireland's Far Right - Britain's Latest Export
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Nerve Centre Cinema, 7–8 Magazine Street, Derry City, BT48 6HH
‘Ireland’s Far Right – Britain’s Latest Export’ looks at the growth of the Irish Far-Right and the relationship with British fascists and international Zionists. How Elon Musk is amplifying far right talking points and interacting with the most racist elements of Irish society. The screening will be followed by a discussion with filmmaker Sean Murray and Hope and Courage Collectives.

Dancerball Tournament
2025-08-13 11:00
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Herstory Derry Tour
2025-08-13 11:00
It’s history – but not as you know it! Join herstorian Anne Crilly for an innovative tour exploring the Maidens of the Maiden City. Find out about the original Derry Girls – activists, suffragettes, shirt factory workers, and famous visitors such as Amelia Earhart and suffragette Mrs Pankhurst. The tour lasts 70 minutes and starts at 11.00am from Terra Bakehouse, at the top of Waterloo Street (opposite the Rocking Chair). Wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.
Start: Rocking Chair Bar

Danderball Tournament
2025-08-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Seán Dolans GAC, Piggery Ridge, Blighs Lane, Derry City
This is sure to be a good day’s craic, come along and support the teams as they battle it out to be crowned this year`s winners. If you haven’t already registered a team and are interested in taking part contact Jonathan at Old Library Trust 02871373870

Ability Counts – 7s Tournament
2025-08-13 12:00 | Bishop’s Field, Central Drive, Creggan, Derry City
The Celtic FC Foundation’s Ability Counts 7-a-side football competition is a community-focused initiative supporting individuals with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. Through football, participants build confidence, improve their physical and mental well-being, and feel part of an inclusive, welcoming team environment. The programme reflects the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to equality, diversity, and using the power of sport to create positive change and opportunities for everyone involved.

A New Ireland – Five Year Review
2025-08-13 12:30
Economist Paul Gosling in conversation with former Assembly Speaker Mitchel McLaughlin, reviewing political, social & economic progress toward unity (2015–2020).

Football vs Homophobia
2025-08-13 16:00 | Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, Lone Moor Road, Derry City, BT48 9LA
Five-a-side teams with a gender balance are invited to take part in Foyle Pride Festival’s Football v Homophobia tournament. Two leagues will run: the Rainbow Shield for newcomers to sport, and the Rainbow Cup for more competitive players. Places are limited, so early registration is encouraged for this popular event. To register, email: foylepridefestival@gmail.com.
