Summer Special! What's On across Derbyshire?
The Summer holiday's are here! Take a look at our featured events!
A Roarsome Jurassic Day Out! π¦
Saturday 23 July 11am - 4pm. FREE event.
Derby’s Market Place will welcome a host of prehistoric pals who will roam the arena and entertain the whole family! Find out more
Fireman Sam at Buxton Opera House π
Saturday 20 August 2022, 10.30am & 1pm
Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus. So, come along to Pontypandy and watch the adventures unfold! Tickets: Adults £19, Children £18 | Family (2 Adults & 2 Children): £65. BOOK HERE or call Box Office: 01298 72190
Outdoor Theatre and Cinema Season
There are fabulous outdoor events taking place during July at Marketon Park Craft Village in Derby!
Babbling Vagabonds presents...Wild Walk Adventure Shack
Wed 20 - Sun 24 Jul
Tickets £9
Concessions Free
Under 3s Free
GET LOST this summer with those fabulous funsters the babbling vagabonds on another wonderful wild walk. This event is a 60 minute walk around parts of Markeaton Park, starting at the Craft Village
The Full Monty (15)
Fri 29 Jul
Contains strong language, scene of attempted suicide
Markeaton Park - Craft Village
Tickets £14
Grab your friends and some popcorn and settle down to a unique cinema experience with a classic film. A runaway success when it was first released, The Full Monty retains a place in the hearts of British filmgoers and is the ultimate feelgood film! After the steel mill they worked at shuts down, a group of unemployed men, inspired by a touring Chippendale’s style dance group, decide to form a male striptease act to earn a living. They are cheered on to go for "the full monty" - total nudity. Starring Robert Carlyle, Mark Addy, Hugo Speer and Tom Wilkinson.
Mamma Mia (PG)
Sat 30 Jul
Markeaton Park - Craft Village
Tickets £14
Here we go again! The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father, packed with hit songs from the legendary pop group ABBA. Singing, dancing and fun for the whole family.
Grease (PG)
Sun 31 Jul
Markeaton Park - Craft Village
Tickets £14
Sandy and Danny fell in love over the Summer. Then at the beginning of the new High School year they unexpectedly realise they are at the same school. Will they rekindle their romance?
The Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge aims to help children of all reading abilities maintain their reading skills over the long summer break from school. This is because evidence shows that children's reading skills can decline if they don’t have regular access to books and encouragement to read for pleasure which can be a real problem for schools to correct.
All libraries in Derby, including those which are community managed, will be running the Summer Reading Challenge throughout the summer holidays in 2022.
Find out more here - https://www.inderby.org.uk/libraries/childrens-and-family-activities/summer-reading-challenge/
Derby Holiday Activity and Food Programme
The Derby Holiday Activity and Food Programme aims to provide support for families in Derby by providing free activities and meals during school holidays and beyond. To find out more please visit https://derby.gov.uk/education-and-learning/extra-curricular-activities/derby-haf/
Jump for a fiver at Jumpin Fun!
Open everyday this summer from the 23rd July, you won't find a cheaper fun family trip out in Derby! Book online at www.jumpinfun.co.uk/derby Open daily 10am to 4.30pm or later during the summer βοΈ
An intriguing history of DIY
Museum of Making 8 April - 1 September 2022
In partnership with the BBC as part of its centenary celebrations
From DIY TV programmes to current DIY trends on social media, this unique, quirky exhibition will explore the intriguing past, present and future of DIY. The exhibition, in partnership with the BBC, will not only explore how DIY has been represented in the media, but will also showcase a vast amount of objects associated with DIY, as well as exploring how DIY is changing as we learn more about the importance of sustainability and healthy living spaces and materials.
See Do It Yourself? for FREE in July!
To say thank you to all of our supporters for helping us reach the £1 million milestone in our Endowment campaign, we are offering all visitors FREE entry to see the Do It Yourself? exhibition at the Museum of Making throughout July 2022.*
Pre-book your free tickets online to ensure your reservation at www.bit.ly/DMBOOK, or call 01332 641901. A number of walk-up places will also be available each day, allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis.**
* Exhibition prices return to normal from Monday 1 August 2022 as follows: Buy a ticket and return again – Adults £4.50 / Concession £2.50 / Under 16s FREE / First Sunday of each month FREE for everyone.
** Please note, immediate entry cannot be guaranteed at busy times.
Suitable for all.
#DIYDerby #BBC100
CK: Minions - The Rise Of Gru (U)
QUAD, Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Derby DE1 3AS
From £4
Various show times available from 22nd July to 4th Aug
The origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, forged cinema’s most despicable crew and faced off against the most unstoppable criminal force ever assembled. https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/Minions
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show π
Derby Theatre
Tue 26 July – Thur 28 July
Tickets from £13.50
Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre. Will the Hungry Caterpillar ever be full? https://www.derbytheatre.co.uk/very-hungry-caterpillar-show
DINO TRAIL π¦π¦πΎ
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
23 July 2022 - 4 September
£1 Trail / FREE to Derby Museums Family Friends
This summer journey around the Museum and Art Gallery on the lookout for dinosaurs!We’ve had to shrink them down to fit them into the building, so you’ll have to look hard to find them lurking amongst the objects. Suitable for Families π https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/dino-trail
Summer Sessions with Baby People (for age 10—16-year-olds)
1st – 25th August, 12 – 4pm
Baby People (3 Forman Street Derby). Free entry and meal provided Music, sport, sing, rap-art and dance! https://www.babypeople.co.uk/To book a place please contact Kelis on 01332 203327
Crafty Tuesday: August Sessions
Pickford’s House
2 – 30 Aug (10am – 12pm) - Free or give what you think
Crafty Tuesdays is our weekly crafty holiday session where each week you can learn a new crafting skill. Make yourself at home in this spectacular Georgian townhouse, surrounded by unique objects and let your creativity flow.
Tuesday 2 August Recycled bottle windchimes
Tuesday 9 August Toy Theatre Characters
Tuesday 16 August 1960s Peg People
Tuesday 23 August Jumping Jack puppets
Tuesday 30 August String Art
Suitable for families. Drop-in session. *Accessibility restrictions to the upper floors.https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/crafty-tuesday-recycled-bottle-wind-chimes
Art Hub: August Sessions
Museum & Art Gallery
3 – 24 August (10am – 12pm
At Art Hub we explore different creative techniques and processes – there is always something new to try in this artist-led session.
Wednesday 3 August Music Art
Wednesday 10 August Creating Texture
Wednesday 17 August Carnival Fabric Printing
Wednesday 24 August Scrap Art
Suitable for children aged 7+ and their carers. Drop-in session. https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/art-hub-august
Family art in the park: Radical Horizons
Chatsworth, Derbyshire
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10am–12pm & 1pm–3pm | £6 per child, £2.50 per accompanying adult
Have a go at drawing the art of Burning Man with a workshop the whole family will enjoy. Family art in the park will take place on the following dates:
- 3 August
- 5 August
- 10 August
- 12 August
- 17 August
- 19 August
- 24 August
- 26 August
All materials will be provided. Please be aware that this session will take place outdoors in all weather conditions and we will be walking between sculptures. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing. To protect paper, please bring a large umbrella if wet weather is predicted. Children must be accompanied by an adult (max 6 children per accompanying adult). We strongly recommend booking your visit in advance in order to guarantee entry https://www.chatsworth.org/events/family-art-in-the-park/
On Gallery Makes – August Sessions
Museum of Making
4 – 25 Aug (10am – 12 and 1-3pm)
Free or give what you think
Be inspired by the weird and wonderful objects in our galleries and try your hand at making something yourself in this relaxed drop-in session. Suitable for families. https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/on-gallery-makes-august
Family Friday: August Sessions
Museum & Art Gallery
5 – 26 Aug (10am – 11.30am)
In this session the whole family is welcome to play, make and have fun together. Each one is focused on a theme to help you and your family explore your creative sides.
Friday 5 August Commonwealth Games
Friday 12 August Journeys: Story of Windrush
Friday 19 August World Photography Day
Friday 26 August Food Glorious Food
Suitable for families. Drop-in session. https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/family-friday-august
Family Bat Walk π¦(age 4-11)
Carsington Water Visitor Center
31 Aug (7.30pm - 9pm)
From £6.00
This beginner course provides an introduction to our bats and training in identifying common UK bats and using detectors. This done, you will head out to find these incredible creatures for yourself.https://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2022-08-31-family-bat-walk
Let's Play at Calke Abbey
Calke Abbey, Ticknall - National Trust
9 July - 4 Sep 2022
Event is FREE but normal admission charges apply
Ready for an adventure? Alongside your favourite play elements, head for the special summer pavillion of play - a world of lofty lookouts, giant ear trumpets and periscopes - developed by Wild Rumpus and NEW for this year. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/97d91ea4-daa7-4051-b925-c3f3cd7e4186/pages/details
Pickford’s Plot: August Sessions πΈ
Pickford's House
4 – 25 Aug (1-3pm)
Free or give what you think
Join in with our nature focused sessions in Pickford’s garden. Enjoy this tranquil space and let your imagination and curiosity run wild, exploring the plants and animals that make this their home.
This month we are exploring:
Thursday 4 August Nature Creative
Thursday 11 August Sensory Garden
Thursday 18 August Mini Beast Safari
Thursday 25 August Nature Creative
Drop-in session. Suitable for families. https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/pickfords-plot-mini-beast-safari-august
Retro Arcade Event
Museum of Making
19 – 21 August - Various times available
£5 – U16 / Adult - £10
Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Centipede and more! Travel back in time for a weekend of retro gaming heaven, sound tracked by 80s and 90s hits, as we bring our celebrated Retro Arcade Event back to Derby with arcade classics, consoles and pinball machines galore. On-site refreshments available. Suitable for all. More info and to book https://www.derbymuseums.org/event/arcade
Superhero Picnic π¦Έπ½
Wed 27 July - Chaddesden Park
Thu 28 July - Darley Park
Free entry
The two-day event is back this year at Chaddesden Park and Darley Park. All you need to do to take part in the fun is dress up like a superhero, bring a picnic, and enjoy the free activities. Prizes will be given to the best-dressed superhero! #LOVEPARKS Find out more here
Forest for the Future π³
Mon 27 Jun - Sat 27 Aug
The Market Place has been transformed into a woodland wonderland bringing a new, vibrant space for al-fresco dining and outdoor events
It will be just one of four Urban Forests in the UK this summer and the only one in the East Midlands.
125 trees and around 300 shrubs have been installed, covering most of the Market Place. Within the forest, a clearing will be created and picnic benches provided for city centre visitors to use for al-fresco dining. There will also be space for a stage so that the clearing can be used as a performance area. Find out more here
Down To Earth Derby - 23 - 31 Jul
Think Ocean 23 - 31 Jul
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust 23 - 31 Jul
Derby and Sandiacre Canal Trust - 23 - 31 Jul
Hope For the Future - 26 - 31 Jul
Sprout Derby - 23 - 25 Jul
Earthed Up Derby - 23 - 28 Jul
Tim Shieff 30 - 31 Jul
Broomfield College 23 - 27 Jul
Hot August Night βοΈ
Mickleover Football Club
7th August (from 2pm)
Adult (14 years old and over) £28,
Child (3 -13 years old) £8, plus booking fee
The favourite tribute bands festival is back again with the very best tribute acts in the country.
There will be food and drink available plus funfair rides and other entertainment on the day - a great family festival. Find out more
Thornbridge Peakender
Bakewell Showground
19 - 21 August
Peakender is a family friendly community festival ran by legendary Peak District institution, Thornbridge Brewery.Over the course of a long weekend, experience the best that the UK beer scene has to offer, while enjoying incredible local street food and an exciting lineup of up and coming musicians. Everybody is welcome at Peakender, so in addition to tutored tastings and meet the brewers events, expect a whole host of activities for the whole family. Tickets and information https://www.peakender.co.uk
Whilst we try our absolute hardest to ensure all of the information is correct and up to date, we highly recommend you call ahead of any planned visit to check opening times and prices etc. We don't want any disappointed families! (Oh and check the weather before you set off!)
Brown Bear, Brown Bear what do you see?
Where will the Little Rubber Ducks drift to in the big wide sea?
Will the Lonely Firefly find his friends?
