Things to do with kids in Derbyshire

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See our October 2026 edition! Stay up to date and follow us on Facebook for the latest updates, reminders, competitions and family activities as they're announced.

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Indoor Activities

Christmas Marquee

17th October-24th December 2026

Venue: Chatsworth Farm Shop

Find everything you need for the season in the Christmas Marquee at Chatsworth Farm Shop, in Pilsley. Open until Christmas Eve, you can browse and buy decorations, tableware, home fragrance, and toiletries,...

Theatre & Cinema

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

4th-8th November 2026

Venue: Derby Theatre

Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film adaptation of Ian Fleming’s classic children’s book. This...

Indoor Activities

Autumn Book and Craft Market

7th November 2026

Venue: Derby Market Hall

Derby Book Festival's Autumn Book and Craft Market returns in 2026. In the run-up to Christmas, they will be showcasing a host of regional makers, illustrators and creatives selling book-related crafts....

Christmas

Christmas at Chatsworth

7th November-3rd January 2027

Venue: Chatsworth House

This Christmas, step inside The 12 Days of Christmas as one of the season’s best-loved songs is brought to life in new and unexpected ways. This year’s experience celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship...

Christmas

Christmas in the Garden

7th November-3rd January 2027

Venue: Chatsworth Garden

Explore a festive light trail in the Chatsworth Garden. The light trail will culminate in a spectacular animated light and sound show projected onto the house. Tickets include farmyard entry and parking...

Stories to share

Stories to share

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler celebrate the simple joy of reading together.

Competition time

Competition time

Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!

Cooking with kids

Cooking with kids

Create funny faces, add some carrot hair and watch these little monsters disappear!

Stay safe on darker days

Stay safe on darker days

Simple tips to help children stay visible and confident on autumn journeys to school.

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