The community gathered outside the Longtower Chapel at 8.30pm before making a lantern-lit journey of light towards the Brandywell as part of the Derry Féile festival.
The procession saw local groups, sports teams, organisations and residents carrying lanterns, candles, and symbols.
Along the way, participants were invited to reflect on the history of the area, honour the contributions of its many talented figures, finishing with music at the Grotto on Lecky Road.
9. Some of the youngsters (and adults) enjoying the Solas procession on Friday night. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Some of the youngsters (and adults) enjoying the Solas procession on Friday night. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
10. Two of the Lead Performers pictured at the start of Friday's Solas. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Two of the Lead Performers pictured at the start of Friday's Solas. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
11. Two of the Lead Performers pictured at the start of Friday's Solas. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Two of the Lead Performers pictured at the start of Friday's Solas. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
12. The Mayor, Ruairí McHugh leads the procession on Friday night. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
The Mayor, Ruairí McHugh leads the procession on Friday night. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty