12 upcoming events in Peak District
September 2026
Chatsworth Country Fair
Major country fair at Chatsworth House near Bakewell with grand ring entertainment, celebrity chef demonstrations, rural crafts and a shopping village.
Chatsworth Country Fair 2026
A major country fair at Chatsworth with grand ring entertainment, celebrity chef demos and a food and shopping village.
The Peaks Tour Sportive 2026
Road cycling sportive starting from Bakewell Showground with 74km, 120km and 160km routes featuring tough climbs including Mam Tor, Whetstone Ridge and Sir William's Hill in the Peak District.
Chatsworth Garden & Plant Fair (September)
A second garden and plant fair at Chatsworth with specialist nurseries, talks, tours and local food.
Matlock Bath Illuminations
Riverside illuminated boat parade and lights display along the Derwent in Matlock Bath, with Saturday firework displays through October.
Peak District Challenge 2026
Overnight multi-distance trail challenge starting in Hathersage with options from 25km to 100 miles. The Gold Ultra 100km route is ITRA-indexed, set across the stunning Peak District landscape.
November 2026
Bakewell Christmas Market
Festive market with around 100 stalls across Bakewell town centre, plus brass bands, choirs and street entertainment.
Bakewell Christmas Sparkle
Christmas market and festive event at Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre with local stalls and seasonal entertainment.
December 2026
Buxton Pavilion Gardens Christmas Fair
Christmas fair and Santa's grotto set in the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton, with festive stalls and family entertainment.
Buxton Markets Christmas Market
Christmas market in Buxton's Market Place with festive stalls run by Buxton Markets.
May 2027
Castleton Garland Day
Ancient Castleton custom where the Garland King rides through the village in a floral garland, marking the Restoration of Charles II.
July 2027
Buxton International Festival
Major arts festival in Buxton combining opera, music, literature and talks across the town's venues including the Opera House.