Events

Explore our town 
Make memories and discover our unique mix of adventures, experiences 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 and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum Chesterfield College Thu 23 Jul 2026 08:30 am – 10.30 am
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Fri 24 Jul 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Puffin’ Billy Queen's Park, Boythorpe Road Fri 24 Jul 2026 10.30am – 4.00pm
Chesterfield Observatory Hastings Close, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 8RH Fri 24 Jul 2026 – Fri 17 Jul 2026 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Fri 24 Jul 2026 – Sat 25 Jul 2026 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Paddlesports on Chesterfield Canal Hollingwood Hub, 22 Works Road, Hollingwood, S43 2PF Sat 25 Jul 2026 – Sun 26 Jul 2026 Various
Try tennis for free King George V Park, Inkersall Rd, Staveley, Chesterfield S43 3JR Sat 25 Jul 2026 Various
Chesterfield Artisan Market Chesterfield Market, Main Square, S40 1AH Sun 26 Jul 2026 10:00am – 3:30pm
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Sun 26 Jul 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
Ashover Classic Car and Bike Show Rectory Fields Milken Lane Ashover Chesterfield Derbyshire, S45 0BA Sun 26 Jul 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Mon 27 Jul 2026 Various
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Tue 28 Jul 2026 – Thu 3 Sep 2026 Various
ABBA tribute band on stage performing.

ABBA Fever

ABBA Fever are bringing the magic, fun and iconic soundtrack of ABBA to town. Performing at Casa Hotel on 26th June.

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Night at the Farm Park: Grown-ups only

Grown-ups only - experience a unique, child-free evening at the Night at the Farm Park.

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Crooked Spire
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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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