Things to Do in Derby
936+ events and activities happening in Derby. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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CRMC Classic Motorcycle Festival
📍 Donington Park Circuit
FREECWGC Tours 2026 - Derby (Nottingham Road) Cemetery
📍 Nottingham Road Cemetery
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For The Love of Wildlife
📍 Aqueduct Cottage
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Lloyds BMX National Series 2026 Round 9 & 10 - Derby
📍 Derby BMX Track
FREEDerby BSL Costa Meet-up
📍 Costa Coffee @ ODEON Luxe Derby
Take Back Control
£20.00
FREEUpper Lakes Guided Tour
📍 Kedleston Hall
FREELUSH Derby | Party Booking consultation!
📍 Lush Cosmetics Derby
Eterna presents L O S T in the woods
📍 Elvaston Castle Country Park
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Capturing Childhood in the Nurseries at Calke
📍 Calke Abbey
The Gruffalo & Stick Man Outdoor Cinema Experience at Calke Abbey
📍 National Trust - Calke Abbey
Free - £36.41
R2R's Birthday Bash
📍 Blue Note Derby
Country Day Party: Derby
📍 The Church Derby
£10 - £20
FREEAdventure Cinema at Calke: The Gruffalo and Stick Man
📍 Calke Abbey
REM Sessions - 1st August
📍 Mr Shaws House
Mamma Mia! Outdoor Cinema ExtrABBAganza at Calke Abbey, Derby
📍 Calke Abbey
£22.97 - £53.21
Whatever- Oasis Tribute
📍 Conkers Amphitheatre
From £20.00
MUSIKBOX: UNDERGROUND RAP NIGHT AUGUST 1ST
📍 Dubrek Studios
£6.13
Special Kinda Madness: Derby
📍 The Hairy Dog
£20.21
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A Hard Day’s Night + Bandaoke
📍 QUAD
FREEAdventure Cinema at Calke: Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza SOLD OUT
📍 Calke Abbey
FREEGet On It Saturday 1st August At MooMoo!
📍 MooMoo Nightclub Derby
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Ghost Hunt
📍 King Alfred
From £30
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Double Porsche Blast with High Speed Passenger Ride - Weekday — Derby
📍 Donington Park - Heritage Loop
From £139
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Derby offers 936+ upcoming events including live music, theatre, comedy, food festivals, family days out, sports events and free community activities. Browse our full listings for the latest recommendations.
What free things are there to do in Derby?▾
There are many free events in Derby — from outdoor festivals and markets to art exhibitions, community workshops and street performances. Check our free events page for the latest no-cost activities.
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Derby has plenty of family-friendly events including children's theatre, outdoor festivals, science workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and community events suitable for all ages.
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