What’s on in Peak District and across Derbyshire
Find out what events are going on in Matlock, the Peak District and across Derbyshire. Some of the events get booked up so please ensure you book early and if you plan to see the Matlock Illuminations or attend the Matlock Christmas Market, book a room with us as soon as possible as our rooms go quickly for all Matlock events!
Event | Details | Date |
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Belper Goes Green | Belper Goes Green, organised by Transition Belper, is an eco-festival that aims to share simpler, low carbon and environmentally friendly ways of doing things in a relaxed and uplifting way that showcases the best our community has to offer. | 1st - 3rd June Details |
RHS Chatsworth Flower Show | The Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) newest Show, RHS Chatsworth Flower Show partnered by Wedgwood will return to the magnificent 1,000 acre Chatsworth Estate | 6th - 10th June Details |
Disley and Newtown Well Dressing | Adding to the long tradition of well dressings in the area, the Disley and Newtown well dressing has many exhibits which will remain on display throughout the festival. | 6th - 14th June Details |
Eroica Britannia | Held at Friden Grange in the Peak District National Park, the UK's most extraordinary and spectacular festival of cycling | 15th - 17th June Details |
Woodside Festival | a day of live music, art, wild activities and good food and drink; all in support of local wildlife. | 16th June Details |
Cavendish's Horses: Atkinson's Action Horses | Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant 17th century costume, training for art and battle to baroque music in the spectacular surroundings of the Riding School at Bolsover Castle. | 23rd - 24th June Details |
Rowsley Well Dressing | Two well dressings, one by the community and the other by the school. | 23rd - 30th June Details |
Tideswell Welldressing | The well dressing with be on display in the village opposite H&D's Bistro | 24th June - 1st July Details |
Apperknowle Well Dressing | There is one well to see at Apperknowle and this is only the third time the well has been dressed | 1st - 7th July Details |
Hayfield Well Dressing | Wells in the making will be at various venues around the village. | 26th - 1st July Details |
Opening Night Gala at Buxton Opera House | Buxton Festival’s opening night will see a musical world tour at a Gala evening | 6th July Details |
Timber | Timber - an extraordinary new festival exploring the transformative impact of forests. | 6th - 8th July Details |
BANANALLAMA Festival | A celebration of music and arts entertainment. | 13th - 14th July Details |
Grand Medieval Joust | Experience a spectacle of speed and skill as four of the most masterful knights in the kingdom, mounted on their magnificent steeds. | 26th - 27th August Details |
Chatsworth Country Fair | One of England's most spectacular annual outdoor events. | 31st Aug - 2nd Sep Details |
Well dressings | Wormhill and Chesterfield hold their well dressings | 8th - 15th & 15th - 23rd September |
Matlock Bath Illuminations | A fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent | 8th September - 27th October Details |
Chesterfield Canal Walking Festival | There are 51 walks, all based in and around the Canal and ranging from 2 miles to the full 46 miles | 15th - 23rd September Details |
Tapton Lock Festival | Get close to the water and have a go at canoeing | 15th - 16th September Details |
Big Shakeout Festival 2018 | The basecamp for a weekend of adventure and entertainment in the Peak District. | 28th - 30th September Details |
Halloween Fright Nights! | Visit the Haunted House, trick or treat the Witch and meet her owl, spooky storytelling and devilish disco | 28th October Details |
Peppa Pig's Adventure | Peppa Pig and friends are back in the brand new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure! | 31st October - 1st November Details |
Chesterfield Firework Extravaganza | he skies above Chesterfield will light up during a spectacular show | 5th November Details |
Christmas at Renishaw Hall | There will be plenty to see and do at historic Renishaw Hall & Gardens | 29th November - 9th December Details |
Bolsover Lantern Parade 2018 - 25th anniversary | Join Junction Arts and a community of extraordinary lantern makers for the 25th anniversary | 1st December Details |
World of Wedgwood Christmas Market | With over 50 stalls of local food and handcrafted products. | 8th December Details |
Christmas at Revolution House | See the house decorated for Christmas with traditional greenery and flower arrangements | 13th - 24th December Details |
Boxing Day Raft Event | Boxing Day Raft Event from Matlock to Cromford Meadows on the River Derwent. | 26th December Details |