Events

May half term activities for the family
This half term try something unique and interesting together. Take a look at the variety of ways you can enjoy this school break. 

All aboard Puffin’ Billy 
Feel the wind in your hair and wave to friendly faces as you ride around the park. Why not finish off with an ice cream? 

Paddlesports on Chesterfield Canal 
Try something different this summer. Choose from paddleboards, kayaks and a Canadian sit-in canoe to explore the Chesterfield Canal. 

Spireites Soccer School
Get outside this half term! Go along and enjoy plenty of football fun and games, and make new friends too. 

Crooked Spire Tours
Learn the rich history of Chesterfield’s most iconic landmark as you climb to the top of its twisted spire! 

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 
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.
Chesterfield Rail Ale
Everyone is welcome at the festival – not just real ale drinkers. The wide range of drinks available, entertainment, trains, and street food appeal to all ages.
Chesterfield Historic Pub Tours
Follow a spine-chilling exploration into 8 pubs, each with its own ghost stories to tell!

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.

Chris McCausland - Yonks!
Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making.   

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 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. 

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 Record Fair
Step back in time to your favourite gig with the authentic sound of vinyl at the Chesterfield Record Fair. 
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. 

Filter events
Event Venue Dates Times
Improving your business photography – using a smartphone Dunston Innovation Centre, Dunston Road, Chesterfield, S41 8NG Tue 29 Apr 2025 10:00am – 12:30pm
Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum United Cast Bar, Spital Trail, Chesterfield S41 0EX Tue 29 Apr 2025 12pm – 2pm
Chesterfield Business Expo Casa Hotel, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield, S41 7JB, Derbyshire Wed 30 Apr 2025 09:30am – 3:30pm
Rodgers Leask and The Clear Group Netwalking Birchover in Peak District National Park, DE4 2BN Fri 16 May 2025 Various
King’s Awards for Enterprise Dunston Innovation Centre, Dunston Road, Chesterfield, S41 8NG Tue 20 May 2025 09:00am – 11:00am
Chesterfield Investment Map Launch East Midlands Pavillion at UKREiiF Leeds Tue 20 May 2025 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Executive Networking Lunch Peak Edge Hotel Darley Rd, Chesterfield S45 0LW Wed 21 May 2025 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Apprenticeship and Technical Education Event SMH Group Stadium, 1866 Sheffield Rd, Chesterfield S41 8NZ Wed 21 May 2025 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Champions Round Table: Experience Chesterfield Dronfield Hall Barn Wed 21 May 2025 Various
Chesterfield’s £2 Billion Regeneration Story – Creating inclusive growth in the East Midlands East Midlands Pavillion at UKREiiF Leeds Thu 22 May 2025 10.30am – 11.30am
Chesterfield Champions Event: Experience Chesterfield Barrow Hill Roundhouse Wed 4 Jun 2025 8am – 10am
HR Forum Walton Golf Club, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Thu 12 Jun 2025 8:00am – 10:00am
man using phone camera to take photo

Improving your business photography - using a smartphone

How can you produce engaging and eye-catching business photography with your smartphone? Join this workshop to find out.

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Manufacturing at Weightron. Two men working on industrial weighbridge with sparks flying

Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum

Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum is organised by Destination Chesterfield with support from NatWest and United Cast Bars Ltd

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Derbyshire Business Events co-founders at an Executive Networking Lunch.

Chesterfield Business Expo

The Chesterfield Business Expo is an exciting event for local companies to promote their business, raise brand awareness, increase sales and network.

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