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City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival

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City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival

Londonderry, Northern Ireland

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Fest TimelineUpdated: 3 Apr 2026

Today

1 Apr

Tickets on sale

Tickets on sale

Tickets on sale via official website

1 Apr

1 Apr

Lineup announced

Lineup announced

Programme/lineup available (programme downloadable on official site)

1 Apr

29 Apr – 4 May

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival 🎉

City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival 🎉

29 Apr – 4 May

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About

A city-wide jazz and big band festival held annually over the May bank holiday weekend in Derry, Northern Ireland, open to all ages. Over 450 performances take place across around 70 venues, ranging from concert halls and historic landmarks to street…

Website

cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Genres

BluesJazz

Date

29 April - 4 May, 2026

Location

Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Size

Large · 100,000

Established

2002, Running 24 years

Vibe

The whole city becomes the festival , pubs, street corners, courtyards, and Guildhall Square all running at once, so you end up wandering between them rather than following any plan. Good weather brought people out in force for the outdoor stages, and there was plenty of dancing in the streets.

WHAT PEOPLE SAID ABOUT 2025

“Whole city taken over by music”

“Crowds dancing outdoors all weekend”

“Most events are free”

“Book accommodation well in advance”

“All ages, not just jazz fans”

TicketsUpdated: 4 Apr 2026

Prices and availability are indicative. Always confirm on the official ticket page.

No ticket details available yet. Check the official page for updates.

LineupUpdated: 2 Apr 2026

Curtis Stigers

Curtis Stigers

Muireann Bradley

Muireann Bradley

Recent NewsUpdated: 12 Apr 2026

Star-studded line-up unveiled for landmark 25th City of Derry Jazz ...

Veteran musician George Hasson joins exceptional young talent Joseph Leighton for the launch of the City of Derry Jazz Festival which this year ...

derrynow.com·2 days ago

Silver anniversary celebrations for Derry Jazz Festival

Silver anniversary celebrations for Derry Jazz Festival.

derrystrabane.com·2 weeks ago

Muireann Bradley to play Derry’s Guildhall as part of the city’s jazz festival

Having completed a headline tour across the UK and Ireland in November, she will perform at the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival in...

donegallive.ie·2 months ago

In pictures: City gets into the swing at Derry Jazz Festival

Now in its 24th year, the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival delivered an unforgettable celebration in the sunny spring weather.

belfastlive.co.uk·11 months ago

In pictures: City gets into the swing at Derry Jazz Festival

Now in its 24th year, the City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival delivered an unforgettable celebration in the sunny spring weather.

belfastlive.co.uk·11 months ago

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