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TRY SOMETHING NEW WITH THE FAMILY
We know how important it is to spend time as a family, especially with the summer holidays being here. Chesterfield has events that give you chance to try something new and make memories with your loved ones.
CHESTERFIELD CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL
Chesterfield Children's Festival is a free weekend for families to celebrate childhood, imagination and fun. Enjoy music, theatre, storytelling, dance, and art workshops.
PEPPA PIG'S FUN DAY OUT
There will be lots of singing and dancing at Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out - it might even make you laugh so hard you snort like Peppa!
FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
Dig in to hands-on and inspiring activities at the Festival of Archaeology! Celebrate archaeology & community with talks and activities.
LOWEDGES & S8 FESTIVAL
Rides, stalls and entertainment galore is available to this day festival! There will be dog shows, birds of prey, historic re-enactments and much more. Plus, it's just a pound to park!
BARLOW CARNIVAL
This week-long event is packed full of family fun and entertainment. Watch a parade, hear bands play and even get involved in fancy dress!
SUMMER OF PLAY
What better way is there to spend the holidays than with a Summer of Play? There are interactive games for everyone at Hardwick Hall this Summer.
ROLLER DISCO
Learn a new skill with this high energy combination of roller skating, thumping beats and awesome lighting shows! Perfect to burn off some energy.
PADDLESPORTS ON CHESTERFIELD CANAL
The perfect blend of fun, adventure and relaxation, paddleboarding on Chesterfield Canal is bound to be a new experience for the whole family to enjoy! Fancy giving it a go?
MAKE MEMORIES WITH FRIENDS
Summer is here and it's ready to party! Soak up the sunshine and make the most of being to spend the longer days, perfect for making memories. If you're looking for experiences to share, see what events are happening in the town. Plus, we have plenty of ideas for if you want to make a night of it in the town.
HARDWICK HALL ADVENTURE CINEMA
Watch your favourite movie outdoors on the big screen, the sun setting over you, while enjoying delicious food and drink.
BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH AT BARCA BAR
Sharing platters, 90 mins of bottomless Prosecco, Estrella Damm or Franklin & Sons soft drinks, and a lively atmosphere... Sound good? Then head to Casa Hotel.
DAYTIME DISCO
Dance the day away at Casa Hotel’s new Daytime Disco, Taylor Swift edition! Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or just looking for a good time, grab your friends and get ready to dance, sing and laugh your way through the day. And, the best part about a daytime disco is, you can be home by 5pm!
PEAK DISTRICT HIGHLAND GAMES
See the country's leading strongmen and women compete in the Peak District Highland Games! Get your adrenaline pumping, with plenty to watch and do!
BRAMPTON BREWERY TOUR
Taste some of Brampton Brewery's finest beers as you hear from Head Brewer, Chris, about the history of the original brewery and the brewing process.
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CHESTERFIELD THEATRES
The Winding Wheel has a full events programme from plays to live music and from comedy to ballroom dancing.
Find out the latest programme at Chesterfield Theatres
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN CHESTERFIELD'S CULTURE
If you're looking to get outdoors in Chesterfield and learn all about the town, you've come to the right place. Explore the town with events in the fresh air, before finishing the day off with some al fresco dining.
CHESTERFIELD CANAL CRUISES
Take in the sights of Chesterfield while relaxing in the sunshine on a canal cruise. There are even themed events including fish and chip, live music and afternoon tea cruises!
CROOKED SPIRE TOWER TOURS
The popular Crooked Spire Tower Tours are a great reason to visit The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints. Why not count your way up all 152 steps to reveal wonderful views over Chesterfield?
ASHOVER CLASSIC CAR & BIKE SHOW
Enjoy an all-day rally with hundreds of classic cars and bikes. Love cars but dragging someone along who isn't so keen? There will be trade stalls with auto-jumble, arts and crafts to browse too.
GREAT HISTORIC PUB TOURS
Chesterfield’s Brampton Mile has been a famous rite of passage for as long as anyone can remember. Enjoy pints in the town centre as you make new friends and new memories.
ASHOVER SHOW
This traditional agricultural show has plenty going on to keep you entertained. With events such as a Falconry display, terrier racing and vintage cars and tractors, you'll be sure to find new experiences to share and learn from.
FORAGE AND COOK
If you're looking to reconnect with nature, want to try to source food from somewhere other than your local supermarket and develop new skills, try a forage and cook session!
LEGENDARY JOUST
Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill. Watch four legendary knights compete for honour and glory in the Legendary Joust!
CHATSWORTH COUNTRY FAIR
A unique blend of excitement, family entertainment, culinary inspiration, country pursuits and rural crafts.
BAND SUNDAY
If you’re looking for a lazy Sunday with a difference then look no further – Band Sunday at Bolsover Castle is the event for you! Sit back to relax with the sounds of some of Derbyshire’s finest musicians. Each week will bring a different genre, from Caribbean to Asian Fusion for you to enjoy.
DRONFIELD HERITAGE TRUST ARCHIVE OPEN DAY
Discover the history of Dronfield and the surrounding villages at the Dronfield Hall Barn Archive Open Day. Explore village records, get lost in 10,000 photographs of surrounding areas and imagine journeys far and wide with traditional maps.
There are interactive games for everyone at Hardwick’s bigger and better Summer of Play! Try a range of exciting, family-friendly activities.
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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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