Crowds on Shipquay Street for Derry Halloween.

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IN PICTURES: Derry Halloween off to a swinging start

By Brendan McDaid

Published 30th Oct 2026, 12:51 GMT

Pictured are attendees and performers during the 40th anniversary Derry Halloween Festival in 2026.

Pictures from Derry City & Strabane District Council.

The Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Grace Uí Niallais visit to Long Tower Primary School. ©Lorcan Doherty

21. The Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Grace Uí Niallais visit to Long Tower Primary School. ©Lorcan Doherty

The Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Grace Uí Niallais visit to Long Tower Primary School. ©Lorcan Doherty Photo: DCSDC

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