Mayor Sandra Duffy is surprised by a Saurus dinosaur in Guildhall Square as the Halloween celebrations get off to a great start. (Photo - Tom Heaney, nwpresspics)Mayor Sandra Duffy is surprised by a Saurus dinosaur in Guildhall Square as the Halloween celebrations get off to a great start. (Photo - Tom Heaney, nwpresspics)
Mayor Sandra Duffy is surprised by a Saurus dinosaur in Guildhall Square as the Halloween celebrations get off to a great start. (Photo - Tom Heaney, nwpresspics)

11 pictures as Mayor meets the monsters to launch Derry Halloween celebrations in style

Mayor of Derry and Strabane Sandra Duffy sampled some of the amazing highlights on offer this Halloween weekend across the city and district.

The Mayor joined revellers from home and visitors from across the world to take in the opening night of Awakening the Walled City and other attractions.

Awakening the Walled City continues Saturday and Sunday 6-9pm and there are numerous other day and night-time activities taking place through to Monday’s carnivial parade at 7pm and the fireworks over the Foyle at 8pm.

(Please note these photos are by Tom Heaney and not for resale here.)