Vote now for Festival or Event of the Year at the Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards 2026

Public voting is now open for the Festival or Event of the Year category in the Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards 2026, giving residents and visitors the chance to champion the region’s most exceptional festivals and cultural experiences.

Organised by Visit Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby, accredited by VisitEngland as the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) for the region, the awards recognise excellence across the area’s £3.58 billion visitor economy. While most award categories are decided by independent expert judging, the Festival or Event of the Year is entirely determined by public vote, making community participation a central part of the celebration.

The award honours outstanding events and festivals across the Peak District and Derbyshire - from live music and performances to heritage, culture and community celebrations - that bring people together and enrich the visitor experience.

By casting their vote, the public can help crown the official Festival or Event of the Year and honour the unforgettable experiences that make the Peak District, Derbyshire and Derby one of the UK’s most inspiring destinations.

Festival or Event of the Year: The Shortlist 

• Y Not Festival
• The Greatest Gathering
• The Peak District Highland Games, Matlock Farm Park
• Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust’s Georgian Festival
• Celebrating Jane Austen at Chatsworth Estate

Public voting is open until 23:59 on Saturday 30 November 2025. Cast your vote here: https://visitengland-chapters.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/pdd/gallery?roundId=419

The event with the most votes will be crowned Festival or Event of the Year at the Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards in Spring 2026.

Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, says: “These exceptional finalists demonstrate the energy, imagination and community spirit that define our destination. From major music festivals to cultural celebrations and heritage events, each plays a vital role in supporting local businesses, attracting visitors and strengthening the area’s sense of place.
“The Festival or Event of the Year award gives the public a real voice in celebrating these achievements, and we encourage everyone to take part and vote for their favourite.”

The full shortlist for the 2026 Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards was announced earlier this month, revealing finalists across 17 categories that recognise the very best of the area’s visitor economy. Finalists in these awards categories will progress to the final stage of independent judging, including a series of mystery visits, ahead of the prestigious awards ceremony next year.

The 2026 Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards are proudly sponsored by EV charging specialists VoltShare and Derbyshire-based C W Sellors Fine Jewellery & Luxury Watches, who will handcraft bespoke Gold awards for all category winners.

Details of the Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards can be found at: www.visitpeakdistrict.com/tourism-awards

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For press enquiries, please contact Amy Noton at 07387 141590 or amy.noton@visitpeakdistrict.com. 

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About Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire’s mission is to develop and grow a successful and sustainable tourism economy, working closely with a wide range of partners to make the Peak District and Derbyshire the destination of choice – regionally, nationally and globally.
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire is the lead partner of the Visit Peak District, Derbyshire and Derby Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP), in collaboration with Visit Derby.
For more information visit www.visitpeakdistrict.com/industry
Inspiration on things to do and where to stay in the Peak District and Derbyshire is available at www.visitpeakdistrict.com

About Visit Derby
Visit Derby‘s mission is to develop and improve as a sustainable, competitive visitor destination based on a growing reputation for providing a quality experience across all aspects of the visitor journey.
For the latest industry information see www.visitderby.co.uk/derby-tourism-industry
For inspiration about what to see and do in Derby and where to stay see www.visitderby.co.uk