summer events in the Peak District this year
- family-friendly
- seasons
With summer just around the corner now is the perfect time to start planning how you want to spend your time in the Peak District.
There are so many things to see and do during the summer so we thought we’d do the hard work for you and put together a list of some amazing summer events in the Peak District this year. From food and drink festivals to events for dog lovers and everything in between. Have a browse below and see which you want to add to your next trip to the Peak District. And why not use our stunning Rivendale Lodge Retreat as your base for exploring.
Elvaston Food & Drink Festival
where? Elvaston Showground, Borrowash Road, Derby, DE72 3EN
when? 9th July – 10th July 2022
time? 10.30am – 4.30pm
how much? Free
other info:
- Weekend full of delicious food & drink stalls
- Amazing entertainment & fantastic live music
- Plenty of artisan, producer & craft stalls
Bubbleicious
where? Elvaston, Borrowash Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 3EN
when? 9th July – 10th July 2022
time? 10.30am – 4.30pm
how much? Free
other info:
- Biggest free bubble festival in the UK
- Lots of activities for children aged 0-12
- T-Rex and baby dinosaurs will make an appearance
Bakewell Country Festival
where? Bakewell Showground, Agricultural Way, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AH
when? 17th July 2022
time? 10am – 6pm
how much? adults from £12, under 14’s free
other info:
- Food & drink stalls from local producers
- Plenty of entertainment
- Tethered hot air balloon rides (weather permitting)
11th Beer & Cider Festival 2022
where? The Strutt Centre, Derby Rd, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1UU
when? 30th June – 2nd July 2022
time? 12pm – 11pm
how much? from £6
other info:
- over 90 beers, ciders & perry
- plenty of craft beers, soft drinks & snacks
- Live music throughout the day
Dog Lovers Festival
where? Elvaston Showground, Borrowash Road, Derby,
Derbyshire, DE72 3EN
when? 5th August – 7th August 2022
time? Friday 12pm – 9pm, Saturday 10.30am – 9pm, Sunday
10.30am – 7pm
how much? from £15
other info:
- Dog friendly tribute festival
- Street food & bars
- Dog stalls & dog show
Ashover Show
where? Rectory Fields, Ashover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 0BA
when? 10th August 2022
time? 9am – late
how much? from £10
other info:
- One of the finest agricultural shows in the country
- Dog show and dog agility
- Vintage tractors and cars on show
Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show
where? Ilkeston Town Centre, Ilkeston, DE7 5HF
when? 14th August 2022
time? 10am – 4pm
how much? Free
other info:
- Hundreds of classic and sports cars, motorbikes and scooters
- Lorries, buses, tractors and steam engines
- Stalls around the show too
Thornbridge Peakender
where? Bakewell Showground, Bakewell DE45 1AH, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AH
when? 19th August – 21st August 2022
time? Full day event
how much? adult weekend pass £63.60, kids weekend pass £16.50
other info:
- Beer, food and music festival
- Perfect family friendly event
- In the heart of the stunning Peak District
Our Rivendale Lodge Retreat in the Peak District is the perfect base for exploring the area and having fun this summer.
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