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Santa is making his way to foyleside this weekend

11/10/2017

Watch out or you'll miss out on Santa Claus's arrival to Foyleside Shopping Centre this Saturday 10th November.

Santa is currently heading from the North Pole to the North West as we bring you this article and he is expected to land in Foyleside Shopping Centre by 11:00am on Saturday morning arriving in style on his sleigh.

If anything like last year's experience, Santa's arrival at Foyleside is set to be a truly unmissable day with plenty of things to do not just for the kids but for the whole family.
Santa also encourages all the boys and girls on his Nice List to come down and help him make it memorable..

So to capture a glimpse of the big man watch out for Santa's arrival this Saturday to Foyleside. You can follow his journey to Foyleside on Saturday by following our Facebook ,Twitter and Instagram.

Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Is Coming To Foyleside This December

12/7/2016

The World famous Coca-Cola Christmas truck is to make its
way to the city this December.

It's that time of year when we see that famous Coca-Cola truck on our telly that makes us feel very festive inside when we see that red truck going across our screens with lots of happy kids faces running to see it.

It's certainly a timeless classic that we all remember seeing every Christmas on our television screens but this year you can come and see it for real as it arrives in Foyleside Shopping Centre on Friday 16th December..

Coca-Cola Christmas truck returns to Ireland from November 26th and will visit ten locations across Ireland including coming up north to Derry's Foyleside Shopping Centre on Friday 16th December from 12 noon and then travelling to Belfast's SSE Arena on Sunday 18th December.

At each stop, the public will have an opportunity to take a souvenir photo with the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck. People will have a chance to experience a virtual sleigh ride through the forest and to play Ice Block Jenga. The Dublin Gospel Choir will perform at each of the stops on the Tour to add to the festive spirit.

Here's Coca-Cola Christmas Advert 2016:

Christmas All Wrapped Up With Translink And Young At Art

11/13/2016

Translink and Young At Art has got Christmas all wrapped up this year with events taken place during Christmas Light Switch on this Thursday 17th November in the city. All before Santa arrives in Guildhall Square to kick start the festivities.

Young At Art's Christmas Elves will be out and about across Northern Ireland's Translink during Christmas Light Switch events and will be visiting Foyle Street Bus station on Thursday to meet local children and help them write and design their letters for Santa Claus.

The Workshops co include with festive Christmas Lights Switch on in Guildhall Square which will take place later that evening from 6pm until 9pm.

Our elves will also have Santa's Naughty & Nice lists on hand for parents to fill in ... 'nice' children can expect to receive and extra special video message from Santa in December ...

To find out more about Young At ArtEvents visit: http://www.youngatart.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-translink-derry-londonderry

Santa and Special Guests Switch On The Christmas Lights This Thursday

11/13/2016

It's almost that time of year Santa comes to town and gets us all into the festive mood with the annual Christmas Switch and this year is no different and he's bringing a few festive surprises with him on the night.

Here's the date for your diaries for all those eager to catch a glimpse of the big man himself. He will be appearing in Guildhall Square on Thursday 17th November where all the fun kicks off from 6pm.

This year Santa has got a few surprises up his selves as he brings a few festive friends along the journey to the Northwest into Derry-Londonderry on Thursday 17th November from 6pm-8pm.
They're will be live festive performances from Sensation and The Hitmen.
With special appearances by Panto characters, Paw Patrol and many more on the night.

We'll also be out in the city catching all the festive atmosphere and get your festive photos on the night from Derry Vibe Photographers and you can see them featured on our website and Facebook and Twitter.

The fun all kicks off from 6pm so get don't early to catch all the festive fun in Guildhall Square.

Your Snaps from Ben Pearce And Confute In The Cellar

5/23/2016

This Weekend Ben Pearce brought his tour to town and all Derry Party lovers hit town to see him play and alongside Derry's very own Confute.
It was a top night in River Inn Cellar and we sent our Derry Vibe Photographer Andrea to capture all the action from the night.

You can see all photos from the night below and you can see more on our Facebook: Facebook.com/DerryVibe Twitter and Instagram...

Check Out Our Photos From Ben Pearce & Confute In The Cellar:

Bronagh Gallagher's Only Homecoming Gig In Millennium Forum

5/21/2016

Bronagh Gallagher's only Derry date this year as she comes home to her city to play Millennium Forum on Saturday 11th June, hot on the heels of the release of her new album, ‘Gather Your Greatness’. Tickets now on sale from Millennium Forum Box Office and are priced at £17.50.

Known as one of Derry's finest singer/songwriters and rightly regarded as one of the great soul voices of Ireland and where does her talent end? Well she's also appeared in many films including Pulp Fiction, Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, Sherlock Holmes) plus theatre work and TV drama. But her main passion really lays within music and rightly so as she is a great performer and this gig is one not to be missed in June.

‘Gather Your Greatness’, Bronagh’s third album, will be released via Salty Dog Records on May 27th and features both Maria McKee and Brian Eno on backing vocals.

You can see Bronagh Gallagher and her band will perform at the Millennium Forum on Saturday 11th June. Tickets on sale now from the Box Office at the Millennium forum. Telephone (028) 71 264455 or visit www.millenniumforum.co.uk for bookings.

Bronagh Gallagher's New Single "Radio"

Watch Bronagh Gallagher Perform Other Voices In Derry:

Russell Kane To Bring ‘Right Man, Wrong Age’ Show To The Alley This June

5/21/2016

Bringing a bit of laughter into Strabane's Alley Theatre this June is no other than funny man Russell Kane.

We've seen him on numerous TV shows including Live At The Apollo, BBC3’s Unzipped, ITV2’s Celebrity Juice and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! Now!

As one of the UK's best known comedians Russell Kane is bringing his ‘Right Man, Wrong Age’ show to town and you can see him perform live in The Alley Theatre in Strabane on June 19th.

Nominated four times for the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Awards, Kane went on to make history as the first comedian to win both the Edinburgh Award and Melbourne Comedy Festival’s Barry Award in one year.

You can also hear Russell Kane on the newly relaunched Virgin Radio UK

Not only just known for his stand up and TV appearances Russell Kane is also a radio presenter on the newly relaunched Virgin Radio UK alongside Angela Scanlon, the duo will kick off the weekend in style every Saturday from 10am-1pm.

You can catch the hilarious Russell Kane at the Alley Theatre in Strabane on Sunday, 19th June. For tickets contact the Box Office on 02871 384 444, or check out www.alley-theatre.com

Derry Party Lovers Enjoy Sunny Weekend In The City

5/9/2016

Derry was in party mood at the weekend as revellers packed into bars across the city.
They always say the sun brings the people out and lots of people descended across the city on Sunday when the sun popped out. So we sent our photographers around to capture the moments.

If you were out celebrating in Black Bird, Granny Annies or The Bentley then check out the photos you might be featured in them...

We Do Love A Sunny Weekend In The City:

See Your Photos From Out Around The City This Weekend:

New Look Walled City Market Is Coming To Guildhall Square

5/6/2016

The new look Walled City Market is heading for Guildhall Square this weekend which was officially launched this week ahead of its much anticipated official opening in the Guildhall Square on May 7th.

The market builds on the Derry’s current market offering but brings together a wider collection of speciality crafters and producers selling everything from fine craft cheeses to artisan breads.

Launching the market, Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Elisha McCallion, said: “I am delighted to see the Walled City Market being revitalised. Derry City and Strabane District Council is dedicated to developing the current market offering here in the city to reflect the wealth of quality craft and food produce on offer across the district.
“Markets are essential for showcasing local produce, especially the goods of small businesses and producers, and with the wealth of fresh quality goods available here in the North West, it’s vital that we provide a platform for shoppers to support local producers. Food provenance has become increasingly important to people, and this will provide an opportunity for shoppers to source ingredients from their own doorstep. A successful local market is an asset for any city, both in terms of boosting tourism and the local economy.”

Business Manager with Derry City and Strabane District Council, Louise Breslin, said: “I’m really excited to see the launch of the Walled City Market in its new format. Our aim is to create a distinctive and speciality retail offering that will reinvigorate the market, generating a thriving environment for our traders and adding to our city’s existing retail offering.
“We are delighted at the level of support from local traders and we will continue to work with them to grow and improve the city’s market offering over the coming months. And we will be gauging the feedback from the public to ensure the product ranges reflect the growing demand for local produce and craft items.”

The Walled City Market has been running in the city since 2004, and the relaunch follows extensive consultation with local traders and new investment from Derry City and Strabane District Council.

From May 7th the new look market will trade monthly on the first Saturday of every month, from 9am – 4pm, in the Guildhall Square, featuring brand new stalls and wide selection of speciality goods.

Among the goods on display will be fresh meat, vegetables, artisan breads, cakes and craft coffees. So monthly market will be something to look forward to..

Charity Golf Tournament In Foyle Golf Club This Saturday

5/4/2016

This Weekend Foyle Golf Centre hosts it's First Annual Golf Tournament Charity Fundraiser for The Amelia Earhart Legacy Association.

The Golf Tournament takes place in Foyle Golf Centre on Alder Road this Saturday 7th May from 8.00 am until 8.00pm with lots of fantastic prizes and raffle prizes up for grabs and also get your photo with Amelia Earhart Ladies...

For More Information on the event visit facebook.com/FoyleGolfCentre
and to book your Tee Off Slot phone Avril at Foyle Golf Centre on (028) 71 35 22 22 or Email: [email protected]