Festivals & Music Events
- Y Not Festival (August 2025, Pikehall) – One of Derbyshire’s biggest music festivals featuring top artists.
- Derby Folk Festival (October 2025, Derby) – A celebration of folk music with performances and workshops.
- Bloodstock Open Air (August 2025, Walton-on-Trent) – A must for heavy metal fans!
Food & Drink Festivals 🍻
- Derby Beer Festival (Summer 2025, Derby) – Great selection of real ales and ciders.
- Chatsworth Country Fair (Late August 2025, Chatsworth House) – A mix of food stalls, country sports, and entertainment.
- Bakewell Food Festival (Spring 2025, Bakewell) – Local produce, street food, and artisan goods.
Heritage & Cultural Events
- Well Dressing Festivals (May – September 2025, various villages) – Traditional flower displays in Derbyshire villages.
- Eyam Plague Commemoration (August 2025, Eyam) – Remembering the 1665 plague with reenactments and history talks.
- Matlock Victorian Christmas Market (December 2025, Matlock) – A festive market with a Victorian twist.
Sports & Outdoor Events
- Peak District Challenge (September 2025, Peak District) – A long-distance walking and running challenge.
- Eroica Britannia (Summer 2025, Peak District) – A vintage cycling festival with retro bikes and outfits.
- Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide Football (March 4-5, 2025, Ashbourne) – A chaotic and historic street football game.