Derby's Music Scene
Derby has a thriving and diverse music scene, powered by an exciting mix of independent venues. Grassroots favourites such as The Hairy Dog, Dubrek Studios and The Victoria Inn showcase emerging talent alongside touring artists, while larger spaces including Ultra Warehouse bring major live acts, club nights and electronic music events to the city. Together, they make Derby a vibrant destination for live music in the Midlands.
Vaillant Live
One of the city's premier live music venues, Vaillant Live delivers a stacked line-up of concerts and performances all year round.
Music Events
25
Nov
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Bustler Derby Christmas Bookings
04
Dec
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Snow White
28
Nov
Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby Opening
27
Nov
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Christmas Party Nights 2026
09
May
Michael Starring Ben
06
Apr
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Million Dollar Quartet
08
Oct
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Derby Folk Festival 2027
25
Nov
Art in Derby: Music & Poetry
21
Nov
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
26
Nov
The Slates at the Hairy Dog
21
Nov
Garage Republic Festival
20
Mar
10cc
11
Dec
Christmas at the Cathedral
31
Dec
Family friendly NYE Party at Electric Daisy!
26
Jun
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac - 50th Anniversary
24
Dec
Family Nativity Service
19
Dec
Christmas By Candlelight
19
Dec
Love the 90s Festival
25
Jan
Your Mate's Ex / Lilly Sphire at Mr Shaws House for Independent Venue Week 2027
09
Dec
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
04
Apr
Francis Rossi - Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Future
20
Nov
ABBA Christmas by Candlelight
06
Feb
Vivaldi and Venice
02
Jul
Mamma Mia | Immersive Dining
Can you spot Derby in this music video?
The city has 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.
White Town - Your Woman (Official HD Video)
