# Derry Halloween festival celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/derry-halloween-festival-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-10-23T11:30:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The city of Derry, Northern Ireland, is hosting its annual Halloween festival, which is recognized as Europe’s largest. The event utilizes the city’s historic 400-year-old walls as a backdrop for various festivities, including street performers, music, light shows, and the ‘Awakening the Walled City’ nocturnal route.

As the festival marks its 40th anniversary, organizers anticipate more than 120,000 visitors between October 28 and November 1. The five-day celebration includes immersive experiences, a Carnival Parade, and a fireworks finale on October 31. To accommodate the large crowds, authorities have implemented traffic management measures, including road closures and parking restrictions, while encouraging the use of public transport.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Derry prepares for 40th anniversary of Halloween festival

Derry expects over 120,000 visitors for its 40th anniversary Halloween festival, featuring parades and fireworks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/derry-prepares-for-40th-anniversary-of-halloween-festival

### 2026-10-04: Derry hosts Europe’s largest Halloween festival

Derry, Northern Ireland, is hosting Europe’s largest Halloween festival, featuring themed nocturnal routes, street performances, and parades set against the city’s historic 400-year-old walls.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/derry-hosts-europes-largest-halloween-festival

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