137 brilliant photographs of Derry party goers having fun in 2006

Back in October 2006 the great Derry public was out and about celebrating special birthdays and occasions at homes and venues across the city.

The ‘Journal’ photographers were there to capture it all for posterity.

Can you believe it is 20 years ago?

61. Pat Kivelehan celebrating his 60th birthday.

Pat Kivelehan celebrating his 60th birthday. : . Photo: Derry Journal archive

Let me fix your birthday hat Torri with Chelsea at the birthday party in the Bishop Street Community Centre. 8444/dd : . Photo: Derry Journal archive

Left to right Niamh Shannon and Sorcha enjoying the party in the Bowling Alley. 8411/dd : . Photo: Derry Journal archive

Shannon Doherty with Sister Cody and Brandon at the party. 8407/dd : . Photo: Derry Journal archive