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
27
Nov
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White Christmas Ball at the Italian Mill
27 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
11
Jul
Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George
11 Jul 2026 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
25
Jul
The Music of The Beatles by Candlelight
25 Jul 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
23
Aug
The Darley Park Concert 2026 - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
23 Aug 2026 Darley Park
07
Jul
Hello Again – The Neil Diamond Songbook
7 Jul 2026 Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter
16
May
Crescendo Choir
16 May 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
08
May
Union Ultra End of Year Party w/ Nathan Dawe + Friends
8 May 2026 Ultra Warehouse, 9 Downing Road
01
Dec
Ocean Colour Scene
1 Dec 2026 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
12
Sep
Motown by Candlelight
12 Sep 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
02
May
Thank You for the Music
2 May 2026 Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
26
Apr
Live Music with Toni Poulsom
26 Apr 2026 Derby Market Hall, Market Place
21
Aug
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The Darley Park Weekender 2026
21 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026 Darley Park
02
May
A Night at the Musicals
2 May 2026 Derby Market Hall, Market Place
02
May
The Music Of Ed Sheeran By Candlelight
2 May 2026 Derby Cathedral, 18-19 Iron Gate
27
May
Postmodern Jukebox
27 May 2026 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
13
May
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Frankie Goes to Bollywood
13 May 2026 - 16 May 2026 Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter
01
May
Radio GaGa
1 May 2026 Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park
16
Jan
What's Love Got To Do With It
16 Jan 2027 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
24
Apr
Bloom Sessions – Shiva Ensemble
24 Apr 2026 Derby QUAD & Cinema, Market Place, Cathedral Quarter
06
Aug
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Bloodstock 25th Anniversary 2026
6 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2026 Catton Park
30
May
Show me love x Electric Daisy present SHADES OF RHYTHM
30 May 2026 Electric Daisy, 1 - 4 Bold Lane
04
Nov
Steve Steinman's Bat Out of Hell 50th Anniversary Tour
4 Nov 2027 Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
25
Apr
Prince Night – Purple Rain
25 Apr 2026 Derby QUAD & Cinema, Market Place, Cathedral Quarter
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
Blacksmiths Lounge
19 - 20 Sadler Gate
Electric Daisy
Electric Daisy, 1 - 4 Bold Lane
Vaillant Live
Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street
Dubrek Studios
67 Bridge Street
Ultra Warehouse
Ultra Warehouse, 9 Downing Road
The Old Bell Hotel
The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate
The Blessington Carriage
11-17 Chapel Street
The Flowerpot
19-25 King Street
The Hairy Dog
1 Becket Street
BlueNote
14a Sadlergate
The Venue
47-49 Abbey 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?