What's On
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
07
Nov
Featuring 50 Piece Orchestra and Vocalists performing all your favourite 80s hits!
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21
Nov
As Night Falls: The Crimson Ball
Mythic Echoes present As Night Falls: The Crimson Ball; a vampire live roleplay that combines immersive storytelling and interactive theatre…
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21
Nov
Garage Republic is coming to Derby this November! Huge headliners, 1 insane venue - you don't want to miss this!
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21
Nov
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026
The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award celebrates the very best in contemporary portraiture and is one of the most important…
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26
Nov
Late-night indie shopping, unique gifts, fashion, festive food, drink & entertainment in one sparkling evening.
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26
Nov
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The Peter Rabbit and Santa Experience
Visit Santa at Derbion this Christmas and enjoy a brand-new, heartwarming Peter Rabbit & Friends adventure!
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27
Nov
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Christmas Party Nights at the DCC are BACK! The build-up to Christmas is just as magical as the main event - begin your festive celebrating…
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28
Nov
Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby Opening
Join Festive Derby as Christmas lights switch on in the city centre with free entertainment & lantern parade!
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28
Nov
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Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2026
Bring the whole family to Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink this Christmas - festive fun on ice for all ages.
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28
Nov
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03
Dec
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The Lost Boys: A Christmas Carol
Scrooge: A Christmas Dinner returns to The Old Bell Hotel - back by popular demand, a sell-out festive experience.
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04
Dec
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Dracula’s Bazaar: Gothmas Edition
Step into a darker festive season at Dracula’s Bazaar: Gothmas Edition - Christmas meets the macabre.
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04
Dec
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Mirror, mirror… Snow White returns in a dazzling festive panto - full of sparkle, slapstick and wickedly good fun.
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05
Dec
Progress - Celebrating 34 Years
Celebrate 34 years of Progress, bringing together some of the DJs who helped define an era of house music.
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12
Dec
We Are WHSE presents Obskür & Sidney Charles
Line-up: OBSKÜR \\ SIDNEY CHARLES \\ JOSS DEAN \\ KITTY HALL
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19
Dec
After previous successful Derby shows, Love the 90s Festival is BACK this time at Ultrawarehouse with DJ Sash!, N-Trance, Artful Dodger &…
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26
Dec
We Are WHSE presents Max Dean + Friends
Get ready for another high-energy night at Ultra Warehouse as We Are WHSE continues its cutting-edge event series with Max Dean + Friends.
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27
Dec
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World Seniors Snooker - Senior British Open
World Seniors Snooker are delighted to announce the return of the Senior British Open to Vaillant Live.
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07
Feb
After far too long behaving himself, Jack Whitehall is heading back on the road with a brand-new tour, Bad Influence, performing at Derby on…
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11
Mar
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FORMAT27 biennale will explore the theme of PLAY. Across the festival we will engage with PLAY as experimentation, improvisation and rule…
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14
May
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Dracula Returns A.D.2027 - A Conference and Celebration
Step into the world of Dracula as Derby celebrates the 103rd anniversary of the historic stage debut that helped create the modern Count.
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06
Jun
The Urban Wine Festival at Electric Daisy
Celebrate wine, nature and culture with an extraordinary selection of wines, delicious food & live music in the Electric Daisy urban garden.
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22
Aug
Another unforgettable evening of world-class orchestral music and film favourites in the heart of Darley Park.
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