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crowds of people in front of a stage as pyrotecnics light up the night sky

Thousands turn out for the start of Christmas in Derby!

28 November 2025

Festive Derby 2025 launched with live music, a spectacular parade, ice-skating and the Sadler Gate Night Market.

The colourful cast of Dick Whittington stand in front of a red double-decker bus, outside Derby Arena

How we’re making Festive Derby accessible

26 November 2025

We believe everyone should be able to enjoy the magic, which is why we are dedicated to making all our performances and attractions as accessible as possible.

A group of people including panto stars and councillors standing on a stage push the button to turn on Derby

Join us for a magical evening as we light up Derby for Christmas!

20 November 2025

Join us on Thursday 27 November for the Christmas Lights Switch On and Season of Light Lantern Parade.

The 50:50 logo against the backdrop of Derby Cathedral

Year of celebrations will mark two Derby milestones

18 November 2025

An exciting year of celebrations, named 50:50, will take place across 2026 and 2027, marking two major milestones in Derby's history.

A CGI of how the exterior of DerbyMADE could look

Public invited to have their say on major new plans to revitalise the Market Place

14 November 2025

VINCI UK Developments and Ion Developments, in partnership with Derby City Council, have announced the next stage of public engagement for the redevelopment of Derby’s Market Place.

The Christmas lights in Derby Market Place

Yule love Derby this Christmas!

12 November 2025

Derby’s celebrations promise a wealth of family fun, exciting events, shopping, and dining.

Darley Park Weekender 2026 artwork, featuring Billy Ocean and Matti Pellow

Two musical superstars to kick off the 2026 Darley Park Weekender

31 October 2025

We’re excited to announce the acts for the first night of the Darley Park Weekender.

Deck the Hall this Christmas!

28 October 2025

The newly restored Derby Market Hall celebrates its first Christmas with independent shopping, dining, a Light Trail, Santa's Grotto, and free entertainment.

A crowd watches an outdoor show with two circus performers inside a spinning metal wheel

Derby Festé comes back with a bang!

29 September 2025

After a year off, Derby Festé returned to the city in spectacular style.

Two performers on a stage. The man in the front is holding his throat and grimacing

Derby Festé 2025: Here’s what you need to know

23 September 2025

Derby Festé returns on Saturday 27 September with a vibrant mix of circus, dance, and interactive theatre for all ages, in the heart of the city.

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