Events

Explore this Christmas 
Make memories and discover our unique mix of adventures, experiences and days out.
Christmas Lights Switch On
Our annual festive celebration returns to the town centre! Enjoy street entertainment, music, and the Christmas market, plus a funfair and other exciting activities. 

Chesterfield Pantomime - Jack and the Beanstalk
The magical pantomime is coming to the Pomegranate Theatre this December, and it’s a towering tale your whole family will love. 

Festival of Christmas Trees 
Visit the Crooked Spire to see the largest church in Derbyshire filled with over 100 beautifully decorated trees.   
Wizard of Oz
Watch a wonderful, lively production of the classic Wizard of Oz at our historic Winding Wheel Theatre.   

Bolsover Lantern Parade
Join thousands of people lining the streets to watch the amazing spectacle of handmade lanterns parade through the historic town.   

Socialise with friends and family
We have a lineup of events perfect for sharing together. And if you're planning to make a night of it, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you enjoy the best the town has to offer.
Bottomless Brunch at Casa
Delicious sharing platters of charcuterie and tapas with 90 mins of bottomless drinks. Perfect recipe for a great time together with friends or loved ones.
Brampton Brewery Tour
This tour brings to life the brewery’s history, explains the brewing process, and the chance to taste Brampton Brewerys Award-winning beer. 
Chesterfield Vegan Market
Everyone is welcome at the market whether they are vegan or not and visitors are also able to bring along their canine companions. 

Explore our heritage
Whether you're looking to be entertained by shows at the theatre, or educated at local lectures, Chesterfield has a wide range of evenings out for you to enjoy.
Chesterfield Historic Pub Tours
Follow a spine-chilling exploration into 8 pubs, each with its own ghost stories to tell!

Chesterfield Artisan Market
Browse stalls, taste the culinary treats, talk to artists, vintage dealers and designer-makers, or sample the hot authentic street food whilst being entertained by local musicians. 

Canal Cruises
Relax with a Canal Cruise along the beautiful Chesterfield Canal on one of two tripboats – the John Varley II or the Madeline. 

Weekly dates available 
Chesterfield Record Fair
Step back in time to your favourite gig with the authentic sound of vinyl at the Chesterfield Record Fair. 
Crooked Spire Tours
Learn the rich history of Chesterfield’s most iconic landmark as you climb to the top of its twisted spire! 

Filter events
Event Venue Dates Times
Chesterfield Tipi Christmas Chesterfield Market Place, Chesterfield, S40 1AR Fri 7 Nov 2025 – Wed 31 Dec 2025 Various
A Festival of Christmas Trees The Crooked Spire Church, Church Way, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 1XJ Sat 15 Nov 2025 – Sun 30 Nov 2025 Various
Hardwick Wintertide Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 5QJ Mon 17 Nov 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026 11.00pm – 3.00pm
The Wizard of Oz Winding Wheel Theatre, 13 Holywell St, Chesterfield, S41 7SA Wed 19 Nov 2025 7:15pm –
Champions Round Table: Invest in Chesterfield St Helena, Derby Uni, Chesterfield Wed 19 Nov 2025 2:00pm – 4:00pm
The Wizard of Oz Winding Wheel Theatre, 13 Holywell St, Chesterfield, S41 7SA Thu 20 Nov 2025 7:15pm –
Ladies in Business Birthday & Christmas Celebration Armisteads, 22-24 Corporation St, S41 7TP Thu 20 Nov 2025 7:00pm –
Director Development Programme East Midlands Chamber, Chesterfield, S41 8ND Thu 20 Nov 2025 9:30am – 4:30pm
Chesterfield Observatory Hastings Close, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 8RH Fri 21 Nov 2025 8.00PM – 12:00AM
The Wizard of Oz Winding Wheel Theatre, 13 Holywell St, Chesterfield, S41 7SA Fri 21 Nov 2025 7:15pm –
Crooked Spire Sanctuary of Light Church Way Chesterfield, S40 1XJ Sat 22 Nov 2025 5:30pm – 8:30pm
The Wizard of Oz Winding Wheel Theatre, 13 Holywell St, Chesterfield, S41 7SA Sat 22 Nov 2025 Various
Chesterfield Tipi Christmas
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Chesterfield Tipi Christmas

Find the perfect escape during the festive season with seasonal food and drink inside Chesterfield Tipi Christmas.

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A row of Christmas trees decorated in different styles
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A Festival of Christmas Trees

Head to the famous 'Crooked Spire' Church to see the beautifully decorated Festival of Christmas Trees in its 10th year.

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Christmas at Hardwick
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Hardwick Wintertide

Come back and build memories at Hardwick once again as the season of Elizabethan magic will be here for Hardwick Wintertide!

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