Theatre, cinema and music
Why not catch a show or enjoy some live local music during your visit?
There are some great theatres, cinemas and live music venues in Derbyshire and the Peak District, where you can enjoy everything from local musicians to world-class productions.
One of the most famous, architecturally delightful and enchanting theatres in the Peak District is the Buxton Opera House, in the beautiful historic spa town of Buxton. One of the busiest and most exciting times to visit is during the annual Buxton International Festival of opera, music and books each July. The festival is complimented by one of the UK’s largest festival fringe with events happening all over town.
Chesterfield is also blessed with not one, but two theatres and venue spaces - the Winding Wheel and Pomegranate Theatre. Both venues run busy programmes throughout the year.
For a movie night with a difference, there are a number of historic independent cinemas in the Peak District and Derbyshire, such as the Ritz Cinema in Belper and the Northern Light Cinema in Wirksworth. Live music can be found in abundance too, from the pubs of Glossop in the far north of the area to top perfomers in the city of Derby.
Operas, musicals, plays, music, stand-up comedy, children’s shows and pantomimes. You can find all kinds of performances and shows here in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
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New Mills Arts Theatre
From live music & comedy to musical theatre & dance there is something for everyone.
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The Partington Theatre
Partington Theatre is an historic live theatre, run as a not for profit Charity, situated in the heart of Glossop and surrounded by hills
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Buxton International Festival
BIF is recognised nationally and internationally as one of the UK’s leading arts festivals.
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Peak Cavern: 'The Devil's Arse'
Peak Cavern is a spectacular natural cavern containing historic rope works offering guided tours and hosting regular concerts and events
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Trance In The Woods Festival at Elvaston Castle…
Featuring a lineup of over 35 renowned artists, Trance In The Woods guarantees to transport festival-goers on an unforgettable musical journey
31st May 2024 - 1st June 2024
3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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Knights Tournament at Bolsover Castle
Step back in time and get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength and skill at the Bolsover Castle Knights’…
15th June 2024 - 16th June 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Ilkeston Community Theatre and Festival
Ilkeston Community Theatre and Festival Group are holding their annual week-long Festival with a wide variety of events, most of which are free
12th August 2024 - 17th August 2024
10:00 am - 10:30 pm
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The Darley Park Weekender
The Darley Park Weekender will return. After it’s second successful year hosting three days of family entertainment,.
30th August 2024 - 1st September 2024
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Victoria Hall - Glossop-Heritage Open Days
This Iconic Grade II listed building will showcase our plans for the future.
7th September 2024 - 15th August 2024
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An Evening with Radiohead
An Evening with RadioHead: Lose yourself in this sonically spectacular celebration of Radiohead’s vast and ever-expanding universe of music
13th September 2024
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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New Mills Festival’s Folk Night at Torr Vale Mill
New Mills Festival’s much-loved Folk Night returns for a seventh outing
14th September 2024
7:00 am - 12:00 am
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Derby Feste
Festé returns with spectacular outdoor circus and dance, dazzling acrobatics, and the return of its iconic procession, across Derby City locations…
20th September 2024 - 21st September 2024
4:00 pm - 10:30 pm
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