What's On
With a packed calendar of year-round events, there is bound to be something to take your fancy.
What's on in the Peak District & Derbyshire
Whatever time of year you visit, there are always exciting events in Derbyshire and the Peak District to look forward to!
Watch our gardens blossom in spring and see the traditional art of Well Dressing come to life from May to September. In summer, discover carnivals, festivals and traditional country shows. There are light festivals and plenty of spooky Halloween fun in autumn, and there’s no better place at Christmas with traditional Christmas markets, magical experiences in our famous stately homes, and lots of opportunities for the children to visit Father Christmas.
Make sure you stay a while longer and don’t miss what’s on in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
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Best Pumpkin Picking in Derby at Bluebell Dairy
The best day out for pumpkin picking in Derby this autumn!
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The Polar Express at Churnet Valley Railway
Experience THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride this Christmas at the Churnet Valley Railway
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Matlock Bath Illuminations
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.
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Wright of Derby: From the Shadows at Derby Museum
Celebrate one of Britain’s best artists, Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’
13th June 2026 - 1st November 2026
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Strutt’s North Mill Walks
Strutt’s North Mill offers a wide variety of events throughout the year, including: Heritage walks.
8th August 2026 - 20th December 2026
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Belper North Mill Talks at No 28 Belper
Strutt’s North Mill offers a wide variety of events throughout the year, including: Heritage talks
30th August 2026 - 25th October 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Matlock Bath Illuminations
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.
12th September 2026 - 1st November 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Candle-lit* Chamber Music Concert – Theme: Pride…
Chamber Music Concert
26th September 2026 - 6th November 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Sudbury Hall
Join us for one of nature's greatest transformations as you become the world's most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle's best-selling book The Very…
2nd October 2026 - 2nd November 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Best Pumpkin Picking in Derby at Bluebell Dairy
The best day out for pumpkin picking in Derby this autumn!
3rd October 2026 - 23rd October 2026
12:00 am
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Halloween Trail at The Cupola
🎃👻 Our Halloween Trail is back! 👻🎃
3rd October 2026 - 31st October 2026
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