Bring along your homemade hobby donkeys, decorated as elaborately as your imagination can dream up, and take part in the children and adult races!
Things To Do
Belper Donkey Derby
2 August 2026
Belper 250 celebrations continue with a fun take on an old Belper tradition.
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Aug 2
Northern Potters Fair
Set within the heart of our UNESCO World Heritage Site, this popular event will bring together more than 30 of the region’s finest potters and ceramic artists, showcasing and selling a stunning range of handmade ceramics.
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Aug 2
Belper Larks in the Park
Larks in the Park continues on Sunday 2nd August with a performance from Derby Hospitals Band.
Aug 9
Cromford Mills Comic con 2026
Fans of pop culture will once again be converging at Cromford Mills on Sunday 9th August 2026 for another Cromford Mills Comic-Con – an intergalactic celebration of classic sci-fi, fantasy and pop culture!
Aug 16
Cromford Mills – Makers Market
Cromford Mills Maker’s Market is a vibrant celebration of creativity, craftsmanship and local talent.
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Sep 12
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Nov 1
Matlock Bath Illuminations
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.
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