Events

Explore our town 
Make memories and discover our unique mix of adventuresexperiences and days out.

Emergency Services Day
Celebrate the incredible work of our emergency services. What historic vehicles and demonstrations will you see? 
Chesterfield on Safari
Meet exotic safari animals, from lions to baby rhinos, as they roar and roam through town. Will you join the wild?
Bricks in the Roundhouse
Celebrate 60 years of LEGO trains with this collection of railway-themed LEGO displays at Barrow Hill Roundhouse. 

2026 Peak District Highland Games
Amazing strongman competition, highland dancing, Matlock Farm Park’s animals and Scottish traditions all in one spectacular day

Tapton Lock Festival
Mark the end of summer with this free and inclusive celebration, designed to promote health, wellbeing and creativity for our local people.  

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.
Peddler Market
Peddler Market returns to Chesterfield this summer! Centred in the heart of Chesterfield, enjoy street food alongside great craft drinks, live music and much more. 

Bottomless Brunch at Casa Hotel
Indulge together with a charcuterie board, sticky belly pork, stuffed peppers or patatas bravas and bottomless drinks of your choice…
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 heritage days out you to enjoy.
Chatsworth Country Fair
See one of England’s most spectacular annual outdoor events with a unique blend of family entertainment, culinary inspiration, country pursuits and rural crafts.   

Chesterfield Artisan Market
Browse stalls, taste the culinary treats, talk to artists, vintage dealers and designer-makers, or sample the hot authentic street food. 
Chesterfield Record Fair
Step back in time to your favourite gig with the authentic sound of vinyl at the Chesterfield Record Fair
Canal Cruises
Relax with a Canal Cruise along the beautiful Chesterfield Canal on one of two tripboats – the John Varley II or the Madeline.   

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Event Venue Dates Times
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Fri 30 Oct 2026 – Sat 31 Oct 2026 2.30pm – 3.30pm
HR Forum Casa Hotel, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield, S41 7JB, Derbyshire Wed 4 Nov 2026 8:30am – 10:30am
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 5 Nov 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Fri 6 Nov 2026 – Sat 7 Nov 2026 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Chesterfield Record Fair Chesterfield Market Place Sun 8 Nov 2026 9.00am – 2:00pm
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 12 Nov 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Derbyshire Business Hub: networking Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre Thu 12 Nov 2026 8:30am – 10:30am
Brampton Brewery Tour Brampton Brewery, Unit 4 & 5 Chatsworth Business Park, Brampton, Chesterfield Fri 13 Nov 2026 7:30pm –
Train running days at Barrow Hill Roundhouse Barrow Hill Roundhouse, Campbell Drive, Barrow Hill, Chesterfield, S43 2PR Sat 14 Nov 2026 – Sun 15 Nov 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 19 Nov 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Chesterfield Christmas Lights Switch On and Market Chesterfield Town Centre Sun 22 Nov 2026 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 26 Nov 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Woman on blue trip boat on Chesterfield Canal with red trip boat ahead

Canal Cruises

Relax with a Canal Cruise along the beautiful Chesterfield Canal on the John Varley II or Madeline. These are the two trip boats that run in Chesterfield.

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Chesterfield Market

Chesterfield Flea Market

Rummage through an eclectic mix at the popular Chesterfield Flea Market.

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Sunset Sanctuary Yoga at Hardwick Hall

Sunset Sanctuary Yoga is four Friday evenings of relaxing, mindful yoga at the beautiful Hardwick Hall.

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