Mayor ‘excited’ to launch Féile 2026 – the biggest ever!
Derry’s leading community arts festival, Féile Derry, has launched its biggest-ever programme of events, featuring music, family gatherings, award-winning films, discussions, sport, exhibitions, older people’s events and much more.
The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Grace Uí Niallais officially launched this year’s programme at the Guildhall.
It includes more than 150 events taking place across the Bogside, Brandywell, Creggan and Fountain neighbourhoods and the city centre.
Mayor Uí Niallais said: “I’m really pleased to launch the Féile 2026 programme, which includes an incredible line-up of more than 150 events taking place across the city in August.
“Féile is one of the most exciting celebrations in the summer schedule and a perfect example of the positive change being delivered in our communities. I am delighted that it continues to get bigger."
She said the programme is ‘absolutely jam-packed with entertainment and fun’ for people of all ages.
“Féile is leading the way in bringing people from all communities together and creating opportunities to showcase everything that is great about our neighbourhoods and the people who live in them.
“Derry is bursting with talent, creativity and energy, and events like Féile help showcase this to the world and allow our city to unleash its full potential.”
A spokesperson for Féile Derry added: “Féile Derry is really excited to launch the 34th edition of the festival, which is the biggest programme of events in our history.
“This year’s line-up offers something for everyone, bringing families, neighbours and visitors together to celebrate everything that’s great about our communities.
“The hottest band in Ireland, Madra Salach, will headline a music programme that also features award-winning films, comedy, discussions, family celebrations and events for people of all ages.
“There’s been a huge amount of work behind the scenes from our community partners and volunteers, whose commitment makes Féile a special event every year and ensures the festival continues to grow stronger."
The full Féile programme is available now at www.feilederry.com/feile-2026
Féile 2026 would not be possible without the support of our funders, including The Executive Office, Derry City and Strabane District Council and the Department of Foreign Affairs, and the collaboration of the many groups, initiatives, volunteers and residents.