Whats On 2010

June 2010

June 2010

Colmcille Summer School

This event normally takes place around the week of the feast of St Columba, which is 9th June. For further information contact Bláthanna Arts.

Venue: An Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
T: (028) 7126 4132
www.culturlann-doire.ie

24th May to 1st June 2010

One World Festival takes place in Derry from 24th May to 1st June 2010

The Festival begins with vibrant drum circles through out the City to literally start the Festival off with a bang. Synching up with the local radio station drive 105, drummers will beat in unison that will be able to be heard through out Derry. While the Festival includes different cultures and programmes and people can stop by the event at any time to sample the rich selection of booths and programmes, including the following:

Live Music - Varying cultural representation through music will include: Beyond Skin, Afresh (African), Harmonicity (Cultural drumming from Ireland, Africa, and more), The Urban Hermits (Irish Rock from Donegal), Angel Train and other bands and DJ’s performing Soul, R&B, Afro Brazilian, Hungarian, Balkan, Irish Folk, Ulster Scots Traditional Pipe Music, Ugandan, Indian, Polish, and more!

Dancing- Demonstrations of Salsa, Flamenco, Turkish belly dancing, Indian, and Traditional Irish.

Exhibtions and workshops - a detailed programme of interactive events and activities for young people including the challenges of Diversity, Anti-racism Training, Cultural Awareness, art and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Independence in Africa.

Arts & Crafts - Representation from the East with Korean and Japanese crafts and art for sale, local artists and vendors, and members of the growing ethnic community in Derry.

International Food - Offering delicacies from around the world, visitors can sample everything from American to Australian, and Swedish to South African.

Fun for the whole Family - Aiming to include everyone not just cross-culturally, but all ages, we will provide entertainment for children such as face painting, clowns, balloon modelling, music and dance workshops, and kid-friendly films throughout the festival.

Music Workshops - People young and old will have the chance to try their skills and learn a little something too with engaging workshops of African drumming and DJ spinning.

For a full listing of activities visit:
www.worldmusicni.com/oneworld

3-5 June 2010

2D The Northern Ireland Comics Festival

The festival attracts some of the top creators from the world of comics to the city.

Venue: Verbal Arts Centre
T: (028) 7126 6946
www.2dfestival.com

8 June 2010

Annual Colm Cille Lecture

This event is one of the many events that take place to mark anniversary of St Colm Cille.

Venue: Tower Museum
T: (028) 7137 7331
www.derrycity.gov.uk/museums

9 June 2010

“Derry” City of Music World Record Attempt

Greater Shantallow Community Arts would like to invite and welcome you to become part of what we believe will be a unique event for our city when 3000 children from across the city will play two unique local songs on the Tin Whistle on Derry’s Walls on Saint Columba’s Day.

Venue: City Walls
T: (028) 7135 7443
www.gscaderry.com

12-13 June 2010

Foyle Days

Annual event alongside Queen's Quay featuring a variety of attractions and entertainment for all the family, all with the River Foyle as a spectacular backdrop!

Venue: Queen’s Quay
T: (028) 7137 6504
www.derrycity.gov.uk/foyledays

12-20 June 2010

National Bike Week

A week long range of events for all cycling enthusiasts! Fun for all the family!

Venue: Various
T: (028) 7136 5151
www.bikeweek.org.uk

19 June 2010

Archaeology Day

Celebrate Archaeology Day at the Tower Museum and become an Archaeologist for the day. There will be activities for all the family.

Venue: Tower Museum
T: (028) 7137 7331
www.derrycity.gov.uk/museums

23-26 June 2010

The Chess Piece

Echo Echo Dance Theatre Company is Northern Ireland's leading dance company. It will stage a life size chess game performed by 32 performers, young and old, in the race for checkmate.

Venue: The Guildhall
Times: 8pm; extra matinee show Saturday 26th at 3pm
T: (028) 7134 2266
www.echoechodance.com

23-27 June 2010

Celtronic Festival

Celtronic, Ireland’s leading electronic music festival celebrates its 10th anniversary. Celtronic attracts thousands of music fans annually to Derry for its mix of music events, showcases, workshops and exhibitions. Celtronic 2010 promises to be the most exciting festival yet.

Venue: Various
T: 07814918452
www.celtronic2010.com

24 June-28 Aug 2010

Summer Group Show

A mixed show of artists from all over Ireland and beyond.

Venue: Gordon Gallery
T: (028) 7137 4044
www.gordon-gallery.com

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