Good Relations Week 2026
Good Relations Week 2026, taking place from 12th to 18th October, embraces ‘Include’ as its theme, recognising that stronger communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued and respected.
This year’s campaign highlights the importance of inclusion, understanding and connection across all backgrounds, cultures and communities.
By showcasing the creativity, dedication and impact of local groups, organisations and individuals, we can highlight the positive work taking place to address challenges such as division, racism, inequality, isolation, health and wellbeing, poverty and education.
Get involved in Good Relations Week 2026 and help create a future where everyone feels they belong.
See our events below or visit https://goodrelationsweek.com/
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Event Name |
Organisation |
Project Description |
Event Date and Venue |
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Songs Without Borders |
Sole Purpose
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Songs Without Borders will perform songs from around the world. The group was formed to provide a space for newcomers to the city – migrants, refugees, asylum seekers, international students – to make connections and integrate with long term locals. We want everyone to feel included. This space challenges the division, racism, inequality and isolation that is prevalent in our society today. It creates a place of belonging and safety where all cultures are heard and welcomed. We have members from Bangladesh, Syria, Yemen, Iran, Nigeria, Ghana and Ukraine. Directed by professional singer and natural voice facilitator Maeve Leahy, the performance will include songs from the homelands and songs that the audience can join in with. It will be a beautiful evening of connection, joy and sharing.
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Tuesday 13th October
THE PLAYHOUSE, ARTILLERY STREET, BT48 6RG
For more information contact: (028)71268027 |
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Cultural Celebration for All |
An Gaeláras
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A cross-cultural event that celebrates the building of stronger communities. Bringing together those from the Irish language community often perceived to be from broadly CNR communities with those who worship and celebrate in Clooney Methodist Mission (broadly Unionist community) at an event that is open and welcoming to all. |
Saturday 17th October
Clooney Methodist Mission For more information contact: 02871264132 |
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Everyone has a Place |
Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership |
“Everyone Has a Place” will be a welcoming community event celebrating the Good Relations Week 2026 theme “INCLUDE.” The event will bring people of different ages and backgrounds together through shared food, live local music, creative activities and opportunities to connect with local organisations. An interactive inclusion wall and community pledge will encourage participants and pupils from the local school to share what inclusion means to them and identify simple ways they can help others feel welcomed, respected and valued within their community.
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Saturday 17th October (1-4pm)
Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership For more information contact: 02871 281900 |
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Yarn & Yarns |
Foyle Yarn Spinners
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The event will encourage open, respectful conversation and allow participants to hear different perspectives in a safe and welcoming environment. The emphasis will be on finding common ground, challenging stereotypes and demonstrating how shared stories and experiences can help build understanding and positive relationships.
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Saturday 17th October (12pm-2pm)
St. Columb’s Park House For more information contact: 02871343080 |
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Inclusive Connections: Celebrating Filipino Culture Through Sports |
Kabalikat
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Come and join your local and friendly Kabalikat Filipino Community for a half-day of fun-filled Filipino sports. The event will showcase Filipino sports and provide an opportunity for people to connect through play, conversation and physical activity. Participants will be encouraged to put away phones and other gadgets and connect with one another through sports. The programme will include basketball, badminton and table tennis games, creating an inclusive opportunity for families, young people and the wider community to take part in physical activities through sports.
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Sunday 18th October (13:00-18:00) Foyle Arena, Limavady Road
For more information contact: www.facebook.com/p/Kabalikat-In-North-West-
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Dennett Valley Children Investigate: “Awareness and Inclusion to a shared Environment and Space” |
Dennett Interchange
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Dennett Interchange will Coordinate and offer the P6 & P7s of the two local Primary Schools the opportunity to take part in our Good Relations week event. The schools will come together and learn about their shared local natural environment and how they are connected and inclusive of such. |
Monday 12th October (10am-1pm)
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Our Shared History |
Friends of Derry City Cemetery
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It opened during the Victorian period in 1853 just after the Famine. Like most developing cities the local churchyards were no longer fit for purpose and posed a serious health risk. It opened with separate RC and protestant sections and people who were divided in life also were divided in death. The cemetery has now reached capacity, and a new one is in place at Killea. The history of the city, its divisions and links to the wider world spanning three centuries are literally carved on the numerous headstones. Amongst the graves of the prominent citizens, industrialists, politicians, philanthropists, war victims, sports stars and celebrities are the catholic and protestant paupers who had nothing.
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1pm Derry City Cemetery.
For more information contact:
079-3577-9498
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Natural Connections |
St. Columb's Park
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Natural Connections will bring a diverse range of residents together in the park to explore our natural heritage
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14th October 2026
St. Columb's Park House
For more information contact: 02871343080
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LINK-Local Inclusion, Networks & Knowledge |
Currynierin Community Association
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CCA proposes a Good Relations event bringing together established and emerging communities from Currynierin, Tullyally and the surrounding area. Our event aims to explore how cultural diversity can strengthen local communities while addressing barriers such as isolation, language, misunderstanding, racism and limited opportunities for meaningful interaction. Through art activities, games, participants will share experiences, identify common interests and explore practical ways to build stronger relationships and increase participation in community life in our community. |
Saturday 17th October 2026 (11am – 3pm)
Currynierin Community Association
For more information contact:
[email protected] 07783457362
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One Big Top |
In Your Space Circus
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Roll up, roll up! In support of Good Relations Week 2026, In Your Space Circus is throwing open its doors on Saturday 17th October with a massive shoutout to this year's theme: ‘Include’! The morning kicks off with an intergenerational circus skills session, where Seedlings Circus members can teach their parents and grandparents how to run away with the circus. Then in the afternoon, our brilliant Youth Circus crew is hosting an action-packed, all-ages drop-in circus skills workshop. It’s totally free, open to everyone, and guaranteed to bring the community together for heaps of laughter and connection!
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Saturday 17th October (10am-5.30pm)
Glassworks, 33 Great James St
For more information contact: 028 7137 7113
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Bollywood Night |
Indian Association
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BOLLYWOOD MOVIE; with snacks and EXHIBITION OF Indian Crafts
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Sunday 18th October (6pm) Playhouse/Nerve Centre
For more information contact: 07709021461
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Celebrating Cultures-Connecting Communities |
Neighbourhood Management Team
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“Celebrating Cultures – Connecting Communities” Step into a world of colour, creativity, and connection at Celebrating Cultures – Connecting Communities, a dynamic multicultural event designed to honour diversity, spark dialogue, and inspire unity. Highlights will include a multicultural cooking demonstration, authentic global cuisine tastings, traditional apparel displays, geographic quizzes, and more.
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Tuesday 13th October (10am-1pm) Bishop Street Community Centre, Bishop Street
For more information contact: 02871261916
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