What's On
Experience the best of Derby! From festivals and live music to theatre, art, and family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone. As a Purple Flag city, Derby promises vibrant, safe evenings - perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Top Events for 2026
02
Apr
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Dracula Returns To Derby – 101 years and Counting
Explore 100 years of Dracula in Derby - rare items from Stoker, The Dracula Society & Hammer. A must for vampire fans!
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02
Apr
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Field to Fashion explores the complex journey of raw British fleece from flock into fibre, where people, place and purpose create the…
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02
Apr
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Joseph Wright of Derby: Life on Paper
An exhibition exploring the life and work of one of Britain’s best loved artists.
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02
Apr
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Step into Tommy Shelby’s world and see how Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man came to life at Calke Abbey.
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02
Apr
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Hop into Easter fun at Bluebells – bottle-feed lambs, meet the animals & enjoy chocolate treats!
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02
Apr
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As we enter ‘The year of Wright’ explore all three of our museums and use this trail to learn about our famous artist Joseph Wright of…
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02
Apr
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Dig up dinosaur bones, rebuild a skeleton, and learn cool fossil facts in a hands-on adventure!
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04
Apr
We Are WHSE Presents: Easter Saturday with Hybrid Minds + more
Hybrid Minds join forces with We Are WHSE on Easter Saturday to host the second DnB show of the season.
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05
Apr
We Are WHSE Presents: Easter Sunday with Franky Rizardo + more
Franky Rizardo headlines We Are WHSE's Easter Sunday in Derby, where he's joined by Alisha, L.P. Rhythm, Julian Fijma and Joss Dean.
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18
Apr
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Experience the charm of farm life with a relaxed small group visit in the heart of the countryside.
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18
Apr
Becoming an Artist: 260 years of The Orrery
Being an artist is one thing: becoming a successful one something else entirely.
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23
Apr
Get ready for Blue – 25 years of hits, BRIT Awards, and pop anthems, celebrating their greatest hits and new releases.
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25
Apr
The Year of Wright: Life Drawing at Derby Museums (April)
As part of The Year of Wright, our popular Life Drawing Classes return to The Wardwick at Derby Museum and Art Gallery, a celebration of all…
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03
May
RNB MANIA | Derby's R&B Festival
Get ready for RNB MANIA at Ultra Warehouse, Derby – 7 hours of 90s & 00s R&B, huge hits, and non-stop nostalgia!
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03
May
Local music company RatCat and Derby LIVE present Derby Unplugged — a musical celebration bringing the city’s best up-and-coming bands to…
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09
May
Don’t miss the Spring Market on Sadler Gate - discover unique artisan stalls, local eats, and live entertainment!
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14
May
Museum Lates: The Letters of Bram Stoker with Dacre Stoker
To celebrate ‘Derby Dracula Day’, The Derby Dracula CIC and Derby Museums present a series of events celebrating Derby’s place in the…
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15
May
The Derby Dracula Audio Tour Launch
Discover Dracula’s Derby roots on this free audio tour - by Derby Dracula CIC with local partners.
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15
May
Poetry Doesn't Suck - The Vampire Poetry Slam
Who will be crowned Derby’s next Count of Poetry?
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16
May
Looking for the best bingo party near you? Get ready for an unforgettable night out in Derby at the bingo rave - a show like you’ve never…
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22
May
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Derby Book Festival will returns in 2026 with Summer and Autumn editions.
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23
May
The ultimate island vibes hit Elvaston Castle - bringing big reggae acts, epic production, and pure festival energy!
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24
May
The Road to Nashville hits Derby! Don't miss Country hits, line dancing, BBQ & Wild West fun at Elvaston Castle.
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28
May
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Derby's Ram Comedy Festival is back! Enjoy a weekend of non-stop laughs from top comedians and rising stars.
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30
May
75 Years of the Model Railway with Pete Waterman
Experience the Museum of Making at Night as we celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Museum of Making’s Model Railway with a special Q&A…
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06
Jun
Join Derby’s year of celebration: 50 years of Osnabrück twinning & city status anniversary!
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07
Jun
The Urban Wine Festival at Electric Daisy
The Urban Wine Festival at Electric Daisy returns - 60+ wines, great food, live music. Sip, discover, enjoy.
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12
Jun
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Craft Beer, Wines and Spirit Festivals
Experience Derby’s Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival - top brewers, vintners & distillers showcase their finest!
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13
Jun
Derby goes craft crazy! Bottomless beers, cider & wine, live music & epic festival vibes at Elvaston Castle.
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13
Jun
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Wright of Derby: From the Shadows
Discover Wright of Derby’s ‘Candlelight’ masterpieces – drama, intrigue, and sublime art in From the Shadows!
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11
Jul
Japan Fest is back in 2026! Japan Fest is taking over the building on Saturday 11th July with a range of film screenings, Martial Arts…
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24
Jul
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Family-friendly outdoor festival packed with iconic tribute acts, street food, bars and feel good vibes at The Central Co-op County Ground,…
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25
Jul
The Year of Wright: Life Drawing at Derby Museums (July)
As part of The Year of Wright, our popular Life Drawing Classes return to The Wardwick at Derby Museum and Art Gallery, a celebration of all…
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06
Aug
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Bloodstock 25th Anniversary 2026
Bloodstock Open Air 2026 will take place from 6–9 August 2026 at Catton Park, Derbyshire, marking the festival’s 25th anniversary.
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21
Aug
Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
Derby get ready for Britain’s Caribbean King of Pop Billy Ocean with very special guest 90s heartthrob Marti Pellow.
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22
Aug
JLS - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
JLS are heading to Darley Park for an 'Outta This World' Saturday night.
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22
Aug
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Come and discover our Derby History Festival, where storytellers, historians and passionate local experts come together to bring the city’s…
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22
Aug
Enjoy a high-energy night of live music at Markeaton Park with top tribute bands to Queen, Arctic Monkeys, Blur, Muse, Pulp and Pink. Expect…
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23
Aug
The Darley Park Concert 2026 - Part of The Darley Park Weekender
An unforgettable evening of world-class orchestral music and film favourites in the heart of Darley Park.
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04
Sep
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy…one of the world’s best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with…
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05
Sep
The Whoovers in association with Derby QUAD are delighted to bring the East Midlands favourite convention for fans of the BBC’s Doctor Who,…
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12
Sep
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Located in the heart of Derby, DEKA FIT returns to Derby Arena for a second year.
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26
Sep
Derby Feste brings the streets alive with dance, theatre, circus, parkour, and stunning aerial shows!
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09
Oct
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Derby Folk Festival returns in autumn 2026, bringing a rich celebration of folk music, dance, workshops and community spirit to the heart of…
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11
Oct
After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new…
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17
Oct
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We warmly invite you to step into the eerie enchantment of our Haunted Derby Festival, where ghostly tales, mysterious legends and…
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24
Oct
2026 marks Lara Croft’s 30th anniversary, with a new game on the way and a TV series in development.
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29
Oct
Our Spooktacular Halloween event returns for another year of FANGTASTIC fun!
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31
Oct
Darts World Champion, Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler will Face Off in Derby against some of the best players in the world on 31st October 2026!
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01
Nov
Former World champion Gary Anderson and 2021 World Champion Gerwyn Price will co headline A Night at the Darts on 1 November 2026 at…
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