THE FESTIVE GUIDE

Find your Christmas in Derby

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Shows & Entertainment

From 4 Dec 2026

Snow White – Derby Arena Pantomime

A festive family pantomime packed with music, laughs and magic.

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20 Dec 2026

Showaddywaddy’s Christmas Cracker

A nostalgic night of rock and roll with a Christmas twist.

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From 27 Nov 2026

The Railway Children at Derby Theatre

A heartwarming festive production of the beloved family classic.

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Festive Kids

From 5 Dec 2026

The Owl and the Pussycat

A playful family theatre adventure full of songs and puppetry.

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10 Dec 2026

Home Alone in Concert at Vaillant Live

Experience a festive film favourite with live concert music.

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12 Dec 2026

Aspire Wrestling LIVE! Christmas Chaos 2026

Festive wrestling action and larger-than-life characters.

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Christmas Musts

From 26 Nov 2026

Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2026

Enjoy festive ice skating in Derby’s Market Place.

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28 Nov 2026

Derby Christmas Lights Switch On 2026

Celebrate the start of Festive Derby with free entertainment.

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From the What's On calendar

Coming up this Christmas

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14 Nov 2026

Artisans Uncovered Christmas Market

Meet Derbyshire makers and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts.

From 26 Nov 2026

Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2026

Enjoy festive ice skating in Derby’s Market Place.

From 27 Nov 2026

The Railway Children at Derby Theatre

A heartwarming festive production of the beloved family classic.

From 28 Nov 2026

Cathedral Quarter Santa’s Grotto 2026

Meet Santa and his elves in Derby Market Hall.

From 28 Nov 2026

Derby Nordic Bar 2026

Cosy up in Derby’s festive tipi bar in the Market Place.

28 Nov 2026

Derby Lantern Parade 2026

Join Derby’s free and colourful community lantern procession.