Keep the kids smiling with a range of exciting half term events and activities. ... There is plenty to see and do in Derby;
Bank Holiday Adventure Break Survival Weekend - 26 - 28 May
Don't Miss, Family Fun
Could you survive and thrive in the wilderness?! We’ll show you how! Join us for a special Bank Holiday Survival Weekend, where we wil... read more
Spring Half-Term - 26 May - 3 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
There's fun for all the family at Chatsworth this spring half-term with a water spectacular in the garden and heritage crafts week in the fa... read more
Enjoy all the fun of the Farm plus our roarsome Dinosaur activities!... read more
50 Things to do before you're 11¾ Trail - 26 May - 3 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Get closer to nature and see how many of our special '50 things to do before you're 11¾' challenges you can complete around the groun... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
A twist on our highly popular Make and Take Day, we’re teaming up with Derby Free Art Friday for you to make whatever you want, with w... read more
50 Things Drop in activities - Plant it, Grow it, Eat it - 28 May - 1 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Get busy with your green fingers to make a creative planter and get a sticker for your 50 Things To Do Before You're 11 ¾ scrapbook.... read more
May Half-term Crafts - 28 May - 1 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join the learning team in the Boathouse down by the lake as we create some wild art and tick off another '50 things to do before you're 11&f... read more
Nick Sharratt's Big Draw Along - 29 May
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Join acclaimed children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt to find out how he creates his picture books.... read more
Georgian Jollies: May Games - 29 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
With summer approaching come and join us for a day of play. Have a go at some traditional Georgian games and make and decorate your very own... read more
Beyond The Velvet Rope - 30 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Our friendly staff at Pickford’s House are available to offer you tours of the house throughout the week. Each Wednesday a member of o... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
What small creatures lurk under stones and logs or in the trees at Calke?... read more
The Art Hub: Birds, birds, birds - 30 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Birds come in all shapes and sizes, colours and textures. Come along and use a selection of mediums and techniques to capture their beauty.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
During the school holidays, come and learn what being a Hardwick Ranger actually means, could you be a future ranger? A fun activity for fam... read more
Dance, Family Fun, School Holidays
Don’t miss Northern Ballet’s hugely popular Ugly Duckling as it returns to the stage for the first time since 2013.... read more
Pickford's Plot: Mini Beast Safari - 31 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Discover the bugs and beasts that call Pickford’s Garden their home.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
This May half term, make sure to book your creative kids onto our fun-packed day with local artist Theresa Hempsall. Suitable for ages 5 - 1... read more
MinecraftLAB – Inside Out - 1 June
School Holidays
Join us for a tutor-led workshop including idea generation, design thinking and team work skill building.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Bring your camera to Calke and have some fun with the photography team on this creative walk in the park.... read more
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly - 3 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
This magical show has been written especially for grown ups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charm... read more
Sign up for a free place at this Sampler Day with the National Youth Folk Ensemble.... read more
