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Here's our guide to what's on in Derby to keep the kids entertained in the summer holidays:
Ice Cream Getaway 17 June - 18 Sep
Don't Miss, Family Fun
A wild camping experience on the dairy farm with an ice cream twist!... read more
Forest for the Future - 27 Jun - 27 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun
The Market Place will be transformed into a woodland wonderland bringing a new, vibrant space for alfresco dining and outdoor events... read more
Let's Play at Calke Abbey - 9 Jul - 4 Sep
Family Fun, School Holidays
The Garden of Imagination returns to the Walled Kitchen Garden from Sat 9 July to Sun 4 September for another fun filled adventure, where ch... read more
Punch and Judy Summer Spectacular - 16 July - 4 Sep
Family Fun, School Holidays
Another chance to see this spectacular new show, created to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join us for a Festival of Fun this summer at the National Forest Adventure Farm.... read more
Wild Walk Adventure Shack - 20 - 24 July
Family Fun, School Holidays, Theatre
Oddsocks Theatre bring you a new adaptation of Hamlet The Comedy for Summer 2022.... read more
Join us in the Market Place on 23rd July for A Jurassic Day Out in Cathedral Quarter!... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join in and get creative as we yarn bomb – simple woolly activities in which everyone can get involved!... read more
The Summer Market will be taking place in the grounds of the gorgeous Melbourne Hall Gardens on Sat 23rd and Sun 24th July.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
This summer journey around the Museum and Art Gallery on the lookout for dinosaurs!... read more
Alvaston Park Community Fun Day - 24 Jul
Family Fun
Come and join Alvaston Park Friends for an action packed community event where there is something for the whole family to enjoy!... read more
England return to The Incora County Ground to face South Africa in thrilling T20 action.... read more
Crafty Tuesday: Build a Toy Theatre - 26 Jul
Family Fun, School Holidays
Crafty Tuesdays is our weekly crafty holiday session where each week you can learn a new crafting skill. Make yourself at home in this spec... read more
The Very Hungry Caterpillar - 26 - 28 Jul
Family Fun, Theatre
Dive into Eric Carle’s bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lo... read more
Art Hub: Ancient Patterns - 27 Jul
Family Fun
At Art Hub we explore different creative techniques and processes – there is always something new to try in this artist-led session.... read more
All you need to do to take part in the fun is dress up like a superhero and bring a picnic!... read more
Archery at Kedleston Hall - 27 Jul - 31 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Have a go at archery this summer at Kedleston Hall. Ideal for families and complete beginners. Delivered by Derbyshire Archery Club. Free ac... read more
On Gallery Makes (July) - 28 Jul
Family Fun, School Holidays
Be inspired by the weird and wonderful objects in our galleries and try your hand at making something yourself in this relaxed drop-n sessio... read more
Pickford’s Plot: Mini Beast Safari - 28 Jul
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join in with our nature focused sessions in Pickford’s garden.... read more
Family Friday: Festival of British Archaeology - 29 Jul
Family Fun, School Holidays
In this session the whole family is welcome to play, make and have fun together.... read more
Don't Miss
Markeaton Park Outdoor Cinema 2022 presents The Full Monty. Grab your friends and some popcorn and settle down to a unique cinema experience... read more
Family Fun
Come and have a go at the art of rug ragging, where we use unwanted fabric to create cosy, colourful rugs.... read more
School Holidays, Theatre
Markeaton Park Outdoor Cinema 2022 presents Mama Mia. Grab your friends and some popcorn and settle down to a unique cinema experience with ... read more
Don't Miss, School Holidays
Markeaton Park Outdoor Cinema 2022 presents Grease. Grab your friends and some popcorn and settle down to a unique cinema experience with a ... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Chaddesden's annual summer family fun day for all to enjoy.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Enjoy a nature walk in the garden and pot up some nectar-rich seeds to take home.... read more
Crafty Tuesday (August) - 2 - 30 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays
Crafty Tuesdays is our weekly crafty holiday session where each week you can learn a new crafting skill.... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
At Art Hub we explore different creative techniques and processes – there is always something new to try in this artist-led session.... read more
Family art in the park: Radical Horizons - 3 - 26 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Have a go at drawing the art of Burning Man with a workshop the whole family will enjoy.... read more
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
We’re thrilled to announce that Building Buddies is making its UK shopping centre debut at Derbion from Wednesday 3rd - Tuesday 30th A... read more
Children's butterfly walk - 4 - 25 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays, Tours and Walks
Enjoy a nature walk in the garden and have a go at potting up your own nectar-rich seeds.... read more
On Gallery Makes (August) - 4 - 25 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays
Be inspired by the weird and wonderful objects in our galleries and try your hand at making something yourself in this relaxed drop-in sessi... read more
Pickford’s Plot (August) - 4 - 25 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join in with our nature focused sessions in Pickford’s garden. Enjoy this tranquil space and let your imagination and curiosity run w... read more
Celebrating Elton's 75th birthday year, we bring you a special open-air cinema screening of Rocketman at Calke Abbey!... read more
First Fridays: Ivan Turbinca – 5 Aug
Don't Miss, School Holidays
‘Ivan Turbinca’ is the retelling of a Romanian fairy-tale from the 1880’s, portrayed as toy theatre.... read more
Family Friday (August) - 5 - 26 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays
In this session the whole family is welcome to play, make and have fun together. Each one is focused on a theme to help you and your family... read more
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join us for an open day of funfilled family activities including family classes, track cycling tasters, balance bikes, socatots, rackets, fu... read more
Mamma Mia! ABBA Outdoor Cinema Experience at Calke Abbey - 6 Aug
Don't Miss, School Holidays
This summer we celebrate 50 years of ABBA with a special outdoor cinema screening of Mamma Mia! at Calke Abbey in Derby.... read more
The Princess Bride Outdoor Cinema Experience at Calke Abbey - 7 Aug
Don't Miss, School Holidays
An amazing outdoor cinema experience in the stunning grounds of Calke Abbey with a showing of The Princess Bride!... read more
The favourite tribute bands festival is back again with the very best tribute acts in the country.... read more
Don't Miss, Music, School Holidays
A weekend of live music for all the family, camping available.... read more
Years 3-6 Summer School - 15 - 19 Aug
School Holidays, Theatre
Develop your skills, meet new friends and have some fun in Derby Theatre's fantastic Summer School!... read more
Outdoor Cinema at Chatsworth House - 18 - 21 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Enjoy a movie under the stars in the open-air setting of the garden, presented by The Luna Cinema.... read more
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Travel back in time for a weekend of retro gaming heaven, sound tracked by 80s and 90s hits, as we bring our celebrated Retro Arcade event b... read more
A Tale as Old as Time Summer Afternoon Tea - 20 - 21 Aug
Family Fun, Food & Drink, School Holidays
Be our Guest for a Magical Summer themed Afternoon Tea.... read more
Years 7-10 Summer School - 22 - 26 Aug
School Holidays, Theatre
Develop your skills, meet new friends and have some fun in Derby Theatre's fantastic Summer School!... read more
Classic Ibiza 2022 (Part of the Darley Weekender) - 26 Aug
Don't Miss, Music
Classic Ibiza returns to Darley Park this summer for an open-air celebration of White Isle-inspired house music.... read more
80s Mix Tape (Part of the Darley Weekender) - 27 Aug
Don't Miss, Music
Take a trip down memory lane, to the era where the fashion and perms were bold, and the hits were non-stop.... read more
The Hannells Darley Park Concert (Part of the Darley Weekender) - 28 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun, Music
An evening of classical music and fireworks – don’t forget your picnic!... read more
Teddy Bear’s Picnic - 28 - 29 Aug
Don't Miss, Family Fun, School Holidays
Bring your own teddy bear and picnic for the Crich Tramway Teddy Bear’s Picnic on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.... read more
Bats and beasties children's walk - 30 - 31 Aug
Family Fun, School Holidays
A nocturnal walk for children where they'll learn more about the creatures that visit Chatsworth at night.... read more
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