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Experience the best of Derby! From festivals and live music to theatre, art, and family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone. As a Purple Flag city, Derby promises vibrant, safe evenings - perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Top Events for 2026
13
Feb
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Dracula Returns To Derby – 101 years and Counting
Explore 100 years of Dracula in Derby - rare items from Stoker, The Dracula Society & Hammer. A must for vampire fans!
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14
Feb
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Junior Shepherd Week at Bluebells
We’re thrilled to be reopening on 14 February for our Junior Shepherd Week. Step into the world of farming and create magical family…
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21
Feb
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Our very first Adults-Only Lambing Nights of the year are finally arriving, and we cannot wait to welcome you to Bluebell Dairy for a brand…
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27
Feb
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The UK Ghost Story Festival returns for 2026, with a new weekend and an exciting new home!
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27
Feb
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Derby Dracula Presents… Dracula’s Bazaar! Join us at QUAD, Derby, for a weekend of alternative delights.
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28
Feb
It's the UK's biggest Bassline Tour featuring the Sound of Bassline & Cru2! Bassline Ravers are you ready?! This is going to be history in…
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28
Feb
Paul Cowland Hosts an Audience with Simon Gregson
Coronation Street Legend and Petrol head Simon Gregson comes to Derby!
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01
Mar
Get ready, Derby - Otaku Link 15 is returning for a full day of anime, cosplay, gaming, and community fun at The Old Bell Hotel!
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14
Mar
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Joseph Wright of Derby: Life on Paper
An exhibition exploring the life and work of one of Britain’s best loved artists.
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14
Mar
We Are WHSE Presents: Rossi + More
House heavyweight Rossi takes over We Are WHSE in March 2026 as part of its unstoppable 25/26 season.
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21
Mar
Darkness In The Fields Film Festival 2026
As folk horror’s resurgence continues, DARKNESS IN THE FIELDS returns for its third film festival, gathering together an exciting array of…
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21
Mar
Psychic Dancehall Festival 2026
Psychic Dancehall Festival returns to Derby for 2026 with Pye Corner Audio and Haiku Salut leading the first wave announcement.
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21
Mar
Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death of a Landlord
Step inside this immersive true-crime experience and deliver the verdict yourself.
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28
Mar
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04
Apr
We Are WHSE Presents: Easter Saturday with Hybrid Minds + more
Hybrid Minds join forces with We Are WHSE on Easter Saturday to host the second DnB show of the season.
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05
Apr
We Are WHSE Presents: Easter Sunday with Franky Rizardo + more
Franky Rizardo headlines We Are WHSE's Easter Sunday in Derby, where he's joined by Alisha, L.P. Rhythm, Julian Fijma and Joss Dean.
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18
Apr
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Experience the charm of farm life with a relaxed small group visit in the heart of the countryside.
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23
Apr
Blue come to Vaillant Live on the 23rd April 2026 as part of their 25th Anniversary tour, this is set to be in an incredible show of…
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25
Apr
The Year of Wright: Life Drawing at Derby Museums (April)
As part of The Year of Wright, our popular Life Drawing Classes return to The Wardwick at Derby Museum and Art Gallery, a celebration of all…
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03
May
RNB MANIA | Derby's R&B Festival
Derby, are you ready for an incredible 90s & 00s R&B showcase? RNB MANIA is bringing our iconic R&B vibe to Ultra Warehouse!
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03
May
Local music company RatCat and Derby LIVE present Derby Unplugged — a musical celebration bringing the city’s best up-and-coming bands to…
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09
May
We're bringing together a host of talented artisans to showcase their creations on Sadler Gate.
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22
May
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Derby Book Festival will returns in 2026 with Summer and Autumn editions.
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23
May
The ultimate island experience returns to Elvaston Castle next Summer! Bringing you pure reggae sounds with huge headliners & insane…
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24
May
Following a run of hugely successful, sell-out shows, The Road to Nashville is coming to Derby!
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28
May
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06
Jun
A year of celebrations will run from 2026 to 2027 to mark two significant anniversaries: the 50th anniversary of the Derby-Osnabrück…
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12
Jun
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Craft Beer, Wines and Spirit Festivals
Enjoy a lively celebration of flavour at our Craft Beers, Wines and Spirits Festivals, where independent brewers, vintners and distillers…
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13
Jun
Join us for Derby Craft Brew Festival on Saturday 13 June 2026 at Elvaston Castle.
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13
Jun
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Wright of Derby: From the Shadows
Explore Wright of Derby’s ‘candlelight’ paintings – drama, discovery & sublime art in From the Shadows.
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11
Jul
Japan Fest is back in 2026! Japan Fest is taking over the building on Saturday 11th July with a range of film screenings, Martial Arts…
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19
Jul
Feel the rhythm! Derby Caribbean Carnival hits the streets with colour, culture and big Carnival vibes.
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24
Jul
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Family-friendly outdoor festival packed with iconic tribute acts, street food, bars and feel good vibes at The Central Co-op County Ground,…
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25
Jul
The Year of Wright: Life Drawing at Derby Museums (July)
As part of The Year of Wright, our popular Life Drawing Classes return to The Wardwick at Derby Museum and Art Gallery, a celebration of all…
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06
Aug
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Bloodstock 25th Anniversary 2026
Bloodstock Open Air 2026 will take place from 6–9 August 2026 at Catton Park, Derbyshire, marking the festival’s 25th anniversary.
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21
Aug
Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
Derby get ready for Britain’s Caribbean King of Pop Billy Ocean with very special guest 90s heartthrob Marti Pellow.
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22
Aug
JLS - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
JLS are heading to Darley Park for an 'Outta This World' Saturday night.
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22
Aug
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Come and discover our Derby History Festival, where storytellers, historians and passionate local experts come together to bring the city’s…
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22
Aug
Enjoy a high-energy night of live music at Markeaton Park with top tribute bands to Queen, Arctic Monkeys, Blur, Muse, Pulp and Pink. Expect…
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23
Aug
The Darley Park Concert 2026 - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
An unforgettable evening of world-class orchestral music and film favourites in the heart of Darley Park.
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04
Sep
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy…one of the world’s best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with…
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05
Sep
The Whoovers in association with Derby QUAD are delighted to bring the East Midlands favourite convention for fans of the BBC’s Doctor Who,…
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12
Sep
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Located in the heart of Derby, DEKA FIT returns to Derby Arena for a second year.
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09
Oct
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Derby Folk Festival returns in autumn 2026, bringing a rich celebration of folk music, dance, workshops and community spirit to the heart of…
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11
Oct
After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new…
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17
Oct
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We warmly invite you to step into the eerie enchantment of our Haunted Derby Festival, where ghostly tales, mysterious legends and…
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24
Oct
2026 marks Lara Croft’s 30th anniversary, with a new game on the way and a TV series in development.
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29
Oct
Our Spooktacular Halloween event returns for another year of FANGTASTIC fun!
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31
Oct
Darts World Champion, Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler will Face Off in Derby against some of the best players in the world on 31st October 2026!
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01
Nov
Former World champion Gary Anderson and 2021 World Champion Gerwyn Price will co headline A Night at the Darts on 1 November 2026 at…
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