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.   

Filter events
Event Venue Dates Times
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 3 Dec 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Property & Construction walk & talk Various Locations Fri 4 Dec 2026 Various
Brampton Brewery Tour Brampton Brewery, Unit 4 & 5 Chatsworth Business Park, Brampton, Chesterfield Fri 4 Dec 2026 7:30pm –
Chesterfield Pantomime – Beauty and the Beast 1435 Theatre & Museum, St Mary's Gate, Chesterfield S41 7TD Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sun 6 Dec 2026
Chesterfield Pantomime – Beauty and the Beast 1435 Theatre & Museum, St Mary's Gate, Chesterfield S41 7TD Tue 8 Dec 2026 – Sun 13 Dec 2026
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 10 Dec 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Train running days at Barrow Hill Roundhouse Barrow Hill Roundhouse, Campbell Drive, Barrow Hill, Chesterfield, S43 2PR Sat 12 Dec 2026 – Sun 13 Dec 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
Chesterfield Record Fair Chesterfield Market Place Sun 13 Dec 2026 9.00am – 2:00pm
Chesterfield Pantomime – Beauty and the Beast 1435 Theatre & Museum, St Mary's Gate, Chesterfield S41 7TD Tue 15 Dec 2026 – Thu 24 Dec 2026
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 17 Dec 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Chesterfield Artisan Market Chesterfield Market, Main Square, S40 1AH Sun 20 Dec 2026 10:00am – 3:30pm
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 24 Dec 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
Crooked Spire

Crooked Spire Tower Tours

The popular Crooked Spire Tower Tours are another great reason to visit The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints.

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Highland Cow Pottery

Mould and carve your own sweet little Highland Cow from pottery, thanks to this guided pottery session at StraightCurves.

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Chesterfield Canal Paddlespots

Paddlesports on Chesterfield Canal

Try something different this summer and have a go at Paddlesports along the Chesterfield Canal. Paddlesports are available to hire from Hollingwood Hub.

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