Events

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

Chesterfield Outdoor Cinema
Catch five classic movies at the outdoor cinema experience coming to Queen’s Park. 

Chesterfield's Childrens Festival
Interactive fun for all ages, including a comedy magic show, live music, creative workshops, and a multi-sensory experience for babies. 

Chesterfield Festival of Cricket
Watch sell-out County Championship cricket, as well as vibrant Vitality Blast action at the height of summer.   

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.
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…
Chesterfield International Market
Discover stalls packed with hot street food, sweet treats and unique crafts from across the globe.  

Ashgate Hospice Sparkle Night Walk
Take on this special 10km fundraising walk as our town lights up the night in support of this important local charity.

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.
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.   

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.
 
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.   

Bricks in the Roundhouse
Celebrate 60 years of LEGO trains with this collection of railway-themed LEGO displays at Barrow Hill Roundhouse. 

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Event Venue Dates Times
Chesterfield Artisan Market Chesterfield Market, Main Square, S40 1AH Sun 30 Aug 2026 10:00am – 3:30pm
The 2026 Peak District Highland Games Matlock Farm Park, Jaggers Lane, Matlock, DE4 5LH Sun 30 Aug 2026 11:00am – 5:30pm
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Mon 31 Aug 2026 Various
Puffin’ Billy Queen's Park, Boythorpe Road Tue 1 Sep 2026 – Fri 4 Sep 2026 10.30am – 4.00pm
Chesterfield Flea Market Chesterfield Market Place Thu 3 Sep 2026 9:00am – 4:00pm
The Wine Journeys Series Peak Edge Hotel, Darley Road, Stone Edge, S45 0LW Thu 3 Sep 2026 6:45pm – 11:00pm
Tech Exchange Chesterfield The Pig and Pump, 16 St Mary's Gate, Chesterfield, S41 7TJ Thu 3 Sep 2026 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Fri 4 Sep 2026 – Sat 5 Sep 2026 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Chatsworth Country Fair Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP Fri 4 Sep 2026 – Sun 6 Sep 2026 Various
Paddlesports on Chesterfield Canal Hollingwood Hub, 22 Works Road, Hollingwood, S43 2PF Sat 5 Sep 2026 – Sun 6 Sep 2026 Various
Tapton Lock Festival Tapton Lock Visitor Centre, Lockoford Lane, S41 7JB Sat 5 Sep 2026 11:00am – 4:00pm
Chesterfield Great Historic Pub Tour Starting from Pig & Pump, 16 St Mary's Gate Sat 5 Sep 2026 12:00pm –
Group of people walking in the countryside at Property & Construction Walk & Talk

Property & Construction walk & talk

Property & Construction Walk & Talk is a friendly and relaxed networking event for those working in the property and construction sector.

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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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Child looking through a telescope

Chesterfield Observatory

Come and look at the stunning night sky as Chesterfield Observatory is open to the public. Take a look through the telescope and see what you can spot.

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