Things to do in Derby- Page 3

The Jam'd: Tribute to The Jam

The Jam'd have built a huge fan base who agree this show is better than any other tribute to The Jam including Mr Foxton himself.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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The Bootleg Beatles

Relive the sights and sounds of the 60s with the most established Beatles tribute band.

Vaillant Live, Derby

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac - 50th Anniversary Tour

Note for note, and in its entirety, plus all the greatest hitsPersonally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, the Rumours of Fleetwood Mac…

Vaillant Live, Derby

Exhibition Tour - Joseph Wright: From The Shadows

Join one of our expert team for a guided tour of the Wright of Derby: From the Shadows exhibition.

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

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Landslide - A Tribute To The Music Of Fleetwood Mac

Live at The Hairy Dog in Derby this September!The Hairy DogThis is a 16+ event

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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Work Records: Animating Historic Working Lives

WORK Records explores the holdings of three heritage collections Derbyshire Record Office, Corby Heritage Centre and John Smedley Archive.Working with curators,…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

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Band of Friends

Although founded in memory of the late great Irish bluesman Rory Gallagher, the Band of Friends is way more than a tribute act – rather a celebration and rekind…

The Flower Pot, Derby

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Hilton Brook

TICKETS AVAILABLE Psychic: Eileen ProctorSaturday 12th September Hilton Brook (Derby DE65 5FG) Ticket 15.00 Show Starts at 8pm Beverages available to purchase B…

Hilton Brook, Derby

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Luminous landscapes: Wright of Derbys scenes of fire and moonlight with Prof. Stephen Daniels

In his later career Joseph Wright turned to landscape painting, including dramatic night scenes of erupting volcanoes, burning cottages and illuminated factorie…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

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Prints inspired by Wright with Green Door Printmaking

Create your own prints inspired by Joseph Wright with Green Door Printmaking.Discover more about printing techniques as you will get the opportunity to watch a…

The Museum of Making, Derby

Cash - A Tribute To Johnny Cash

Cash - A Tribute To Johnny Cash 'Not Only Has The Front Man Got The Look And Sound Of Johnny Cash, He's Backed By Good Band And Also A Great June Carter! ....

The Flower Pot, Derby

A Day to Remember UK

A Day To Remember UK The 1st and ONLY A Day To Remember tribute band in the UK+ Support TBA£12 ADV / £15 OTD 14 + (Under 16s with an Adult)

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Music at Duffield & Derby Chamber Music Society Presents: Aquinas Trio with Matthew Kettle & Mary Scully

The first concert in Music at Duffield’s 50th SeasonProgramme:- Beethoven Eyeglasses Duo for Viola & Cello WoO32 - Schubert String Trio in B flat D471 - Beethov…

Multifaith Centre, University of Derby, Derby

Swords and Shakespeare Workshop

Unlock the world of Shakespeare through the thrill of stage combat!In this dynamic workshop, The Lost Boys theatre company - renowned for years of stage and scr…

Chapel Street Art Centre, Derby

Invention Festival

A brand new, grassroots music experience is coming to shake up Derby’s cultural landscape.The inaugural Invention Festival will transform the city centre into a…

Various venues: Derby, Derby

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ZZ Toppd

ZZ TOPPD are the U.Ks premier tribute to Texas music legends ZZ TOP. This two hour show features all the greatest hits and more from the bands 50+ year career.

The Flower Pot, Derby

Aquinas Piano Trio With Matthew Kettle(Viola) and Mary Scully(Bass)

Described by Gramophone as 'spot-on in interpretative instinct, the Aquinas Piano Trio has established itself over almost twenty years as one of Britain's most…

Multifaith Centre, University of Derby, Derby

Panic At The Emo at The Hairy Dog

Panic! At The Emo is back and this time it's bigger, louder and more chaotic than ever.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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Edge-Lit 12 - horror, fantasy and sci-fi day

Edge-Lit 12Horror, fantasy and science-fiction dayEdge-Lit makes it a dozen with its return in 2026, once again serving up a wide array of interviews, talks, wo…

QUAD, Derby

Museum Matinees: Against the National Interest with Elaine Pritchard

Author and playwright Elaine Pritchard tells the story of Vale Rawlings, a World War One conscientious objector from Burton-on-Trent in this talk with dramatic,…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

Still Remains UK x Neural Dance x KerPunk

LUMINOTE Illuminating the Future of Music 3 killer original bands. 100% live. 100% fresh. Every 3rd Sunday The Victoria Inn, Derby 5 advance / 8 on the door ALL…

The Victoria Inn, Derby

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Wearing the Uplands: The journey of Bog Jumper - Artist Talk

Discover how people, sheep and land are interwoven in this fascinating talk!We are delighted to host Laura Harrington, a multidisciplinary artist and researcher…

The Museum of Making, Derby

Megaslam: 2026 Mega Tour

The #1 Live Experience for Families is back with it's BIGGEST tour to date as Megaslam presents the 2026 Mega Tour!WHAT TO EXPECT!Taking place in locations acro…

Pride Park, Derby

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The Damned

The Damned are an English rock band formed in London in 1976 by lead vocalist Dave Vanian, guitarist Brian James, bassist (and later guitarist) Captain Sensible…

Vaillant Live, Derby

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Jack Whitehall: Settle Down

Over the last few years, Jack has firmly established himself as one of the country’s most successful young talents.

Vaillant Live, Derby

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Funhouse Comedy Club

Many acts that appear at our comedy nights have appeared on TV shows such as Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You?

Melbourne Sporting Partnership, Derby

Ben & Soph's Jazz

A jazz showcase, hosted by Ben & Soph, featuring amazing guest musicians!

Mickleover Golf Club, Derby

CatVideoFest

CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and…

Odeon Luxe Derby, Derby

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Jackie Oates & Belinda O'Hooley

Join two of the most distinctive and cherished voices in British folk music, Jackie Oates and Belinda OHooley, as they present a captivating evening of music, s…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

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Club Brat

Club Brat plus support.Presented by DHP FAMILY.This is a 14+ event (under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)

The Hairy Dog, Derby

The Darts (US)

The Darts (US) bring their all-girl Garage Rock/Punk to the UK.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

The March Violets

Once Upon A Leeds, 1981. The March Violets strum their first riff and scrawl their first set list.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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Extc

With hits including Making Plans for Nigel, Senses Working Overtime and Sgt Rock (Is Going to Help Me), XTC was one of the UK’s most exciting and influential ba…

The Hairy Dog, Derby

The Briefs

Derby, because we love you we’ve decided to bring back one of your favourite bands.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

The Christians

Renowned for an endless string of soulful yet socially aware hits 'Forgotten Town', 'Ideal World', 'Born Again', 'Harvest for the World', 'What’s in a Word', 'H…

The Flower Pot, Derby

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Grab your besties and join us for Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, the ultimate girl power disco packed with iconic singalong anthems, feel good energy, cocktails & d…

The Old Bell Hotel, Derby

Snow White

Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, don't miss the fairest panto of them all!Can Snow White save her kingdom and somehow defeat the wicked Queen, a bad apple who’s rot…

Derby Arena, Derby

Help! Santa’s Missing

From the creative team that brought you Merry Elwin: The Adventurous Elf comes an all-new festive theatre experience!Chapel Street Arts Centre transforms into a…

Chapel Street Art Centre, Derby

Ian McNabb

Singer/guitarist Ian McNabb cannot erase the memory of "Birds Fly (Whisper to a Scream)" from the minds of music listeners.

The Flower Pot, Derby

The Cureheads + Siouxsie and the Budgiees

The Cureheads + Siouxsie and the Budgiees live at The Hairy Dog

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Forever Young Festival 2027

February 12th and 13th 2027 The Hairy Dog, Derby Day Tickets: £27.50 + BF Weekend Tickets: £50.00 + BFLineup Buster Shuffle Uppercuts Gatecrash On The Huh City…

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Buster Shuffle

Formed in 2007 by Jet Baker, Buster Shuffle quickly built up a formidable reputation on the London pub/club circuit, effortlessly fusing cockney Ska Punk with a…

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival

After a HUGE 2026 festival at Elvaston Castle, The Road to Nashville is officially RETURNING to Derby in 2027 - and it's set to be even BIGGERFollowing an unfor…

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

Wright in Italy: New light on Joseph Wright's Grand Tour with Dr Jonny Yarker

Joseph Wright spent almost two years on the Continent at a critical stage in his career, yet it remains the least known period of his life.Reconstructing the ar…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

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The Meteors

Veteran U.K. psychobilly band who blend rockabilly twang, punk rock energy and attitude, and horror movie imagery.

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Museum Lates: Drink and Draw

Inspired by The Year of Wright, join Derby Museums for a special after-hours addition of our popular Life Drawing class, complete with a glass of wine on arriva…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

An Evening of Enlightenment: The Year of Wright Finale

Join us for a special evening celebrating the conclusion of Derby Museums' Year of Wright. Set within the inspiring surroundings of the Joseph Wright Gallery at…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby

An Evening of Discovery: Derby Museums'Fundraising Concert

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, art, history and community set within the intimate surroundings of the Joseph Wright Gallery as we raise vital fu…

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby