Traders

For four unforgettable nights in October, our ancient Walled City is transformed for Derry Halloween.

Join ghosts, banshees and mystical Celtic creatures as they come out to play on our 400-year-old walls. Marvel at stunning light shows, acrobats and circus performers. Feel the warmth of the Derry welcome and dance alongside thousands of costumed revellers, under a sky filled with fireworks.

Applications to trade at the Derry Halloween 2026 Festival are now open.

Trading Zone 1 – Guildhall Square : LegenDerry Food

Open to food and drink businesses based within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area that support and reflect the values of the LegenDerry Food brand by showcasing local provenance, supporting regional producers, and celebrating the unique food and drink heritage of our region.

Trading Zone 2 – Waterloo Place / Area between Guildhall Sq and Waterloo Place / Guildhall St – open to traders from outside Council area

Please note the criteria for each opportunity is different and listed within the relevant application.

Deadline for applications to be submitted is Monday 31^st August 2026 at 12noon to markets@derrystrabane.com .

For further details and the downloadable. application, click the button below.