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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Peak District Highland Games at Matlock Farm Park
Come and see the country’s leading strongmen and mighty strongwomen compete in this hugely popular Peak District and Derbyshire annual event!
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Chatsworth Country Fair
Featuring grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs, plus family entertainment. Featuring grand ring displays in the air…
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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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How Did We Get Here? exhibition at Kedleston Hall
Untold stories revealed in an exhibition of Tibetan artefacts
14th February 2026 - 27th September 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Tissington Gardens-National Garden Scheme
Situated in one of the Peak Districts prettiest villages and close to the Tissington Trail there's plenty to explore.
25th May 2026 - 31st August 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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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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Tropical Treasures Trail
Follow the flutter, swing and squawk along the Tropical Treasures trail!
18th July 2026 - 31st August 2026
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Miniature Train & Boats at The Pavilion gardens
All Aboard! Summer Miniature Train & Boating Lake Dates: Saturday 25th July – Sunday 6th September
25th July 2026 - 6th September 2026
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Summer Explorers Club at Cromford Mills
Go wild at Cromford Mills this summer with an exciting programme of family-friendly adventures, hands-on activities and outdoor exploration.
25th July 2026 - 6th September 2026
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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YELLOW WOOD Fire. Food. Music at The Wireworks
Yellow Wood Sessions are a series of intimate, relaxed gatherings held in our woodland riverside setting
25th July 2026 - 29th August 2026
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Summer Family Fossil Trails- National Stone…
Looking for things to do to entertain your children this summer?
27th July 2026 - 4th September 2026
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