Music
Discover Derby’s vibrant music scene, from intimate acoustic gigs to high-energy live concerts. With genres spanning folk, rock, pop, jazz, and classical, the city showcases both local and international talent. Whether you want a relaxed evening of melodies or a night on the dance floor, Derby has music for every mood. Let the rhythm lead your journey.
Music Events
04
Dec
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Snow White
4 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
06
Aug
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Bloodstock 25th Anniversary 2026
6 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2026 Catton Park
12
Sep
Motown by Candlelight
12 Sep 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
11
Jul
Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George
11 Jul 2026 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
19
Jun
OperaBabes ‘You’ll never walk alone’ Charity Concert
19 Jun 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
29
May
Fast Love | A George Michael Tribute
29 May 2026 Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road , Elvaston
12
May
Brahms’ Horn Trio
12 May 2026 Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Silk Mill Lane
06
Jun
Sinfonia Viva presents 'The Lark Ascending'
6 Jun 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
05
Jul
K Pop All Stars
5 Jul 2026 Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
26
Jun
Queen by Candlelight
26 Jun 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
27
May
The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer
27 May 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
30
May
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Little Shop of Horrors
30 May 2026 - 20 Jun 2026 Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter
09
Oct
The Music Of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons By Candlelight
9 Oct 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
10
Oct
Whitney Houston by Candlelight
10 Oct 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
16
May
Crescendo Choir
16 May 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
24
Jul
The Music of Coldplay By Candlelight
24 Jul 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
31
May
That'll be the Day
31 May 2026 Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
09
Jul
An Evening of Radiohead
9 Jul 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
24
Jul
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Live at Melbourne Hall
24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026 Melbourne Hall & Gardens, Church Square, Melbourne
27
Jun
Eagles By Candlelight
27 Jun 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
15
Aug
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Markeaton Park Food Festival 2026
15 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2026 Markeaton Park, Markeaton Park
29
Aug
LOADED : All Back To Knebworth 30th Anniversary
29 Aug 2026 Electric Daisy, 1 - 4 Bold Lane
19
Jun
David Gray
19 Jun 2026 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
11
Jul
Derby Concert Orchestra presents: A Night at the Proms
11 Jul 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
Music Venues
Derby Arena
Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derbyshire County Cricket Club, Central Co-op County Ground, Nottingham Road
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Mercia Marina, Findern Lane
The Old Bell Hotel
The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate
BlueNote
14a Sadlergate
Ultra Warehouse
Ultra Warehouse, 9 Downing Road
The Venue
47-49 Abbey Street
The Flowerpot
19-25 King Street
Vaillant Live
Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
Dubrek Studios
67 Bridge Street
The Blessington Carriage
11-17 Chapel Street
Blacksmiths Lounge
19 - 20 Sadler Gate
Electric Daisy
Electric Daisy, 1 - 4 Bold Lane
The Hairy Dog
1 Becket Street
Derby's Music Scene
Derby boasts a vibrant and diverse music scene offering a rich tapestry of genres that cater to all tastes. The city has also been the birthplace of several notable musicians and bands. The indie pop band White Town, fronted by Jyoti Mishra, hails from Derby; their song "Your Woman" reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart in January 1997. Additionally, Lucy Ward, an English singer-songwriter known for her traditional folk songs and original material, is from Derby.
The city's vibrant venues continue to nurture local talent, making Derby a key player in the Midlands’ diverse music culture.
White Town - Your Woman (Official HD Video)
Can you spot Derby in this music video?