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Visit Derby this Christmas – we have so much to offer including the best festive events and activities, as well as all the usual delightful gems of shopping, places to eat and drink, attractions to visit and experiences to enjoy.

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Shopping in Derby

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Things to see and do over this festive season

Eating and Drinking in Derby

Find out about the fabulous restaurants and snacks at Visit Derby

Follow the light trail

Check out all our festive locations across the city of Derby, see our…

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Savings for the Cathedral Quarter and St Peters Quarter

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Dick Whittington

Fri 5 - Wed 31 Dec

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Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby opening

Thu 27 Nov

Cathedral Quarter Santa's Grotto

Sat 29 Nov - Wed 24 Dec

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Oliver Twist

Fri 28 Nov - Sat 3 JanDerby Theatre

Experience Charles Dickens' iconic Oliver Twist in a magical adaptation by Deborah McAndrew. More

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Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2025

Sat 29 Nov - Wed 31 DecIce Rink, Market Place, Derby

Get your skates on and glide onto this year’s ice rink in the city centre, with views of the Nordic Bar! More

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Cathedral Quarter Santa's Grotto

Sat 29 Nov - Wed 24 DecDerby Market Hall

This festive season, we’re expecting a very special visitor – Santa! More

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Breakfast with Santa

Sun 30 NovMuseum of Making

We’re excited to announce that Christmas’ biggest star will be taking a break from the North Pole to join us! More

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Dick Whittington

Fri 5 - Wed 31 DecDerby Arena

From the cobbles to villainous queen, Corrie's Wendi Peters joins Dick Whittington More

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Derby Cathedral Choir and Sinfonia Viva Present Hanel's Messiah

Sat 13 DecDerby Cathedral

Derby Cathedral Choir together with Sinfonia Viva perform Handel’s celebrated seasonal classic – Messiah, by candlelight in the… More

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Elf the Musical

Tue 16 - Wed 17 DecVaillant Live

A heart warming, family-friendly stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film, guaranteed to bring festive cheer. More

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