117 upcoming events in Central England · page 3 of 5
June 2026
TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle: David Gray
Singer-songwriter David Gray closes the Live at Lincoln Castle concert series.
July 2026
Departure Lounge - Derby's Fringe Theatre Festival
Derby Theatre's annual fringe festival of fresh, bold and boundary-pushing new performance returns for its 14th year.
Ella and Friends by Candlelight
A candlelit tribute concert celebrating Ella Fitzgerald and friends inside Lincoln Cathedral.
James Arthur at Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Local star James Arthur returns to Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
The acclaimed tribute act performs the classic hits of Fleetwood Mac live in Derby.
The Skegness Reggae & Ska Festival 2026
Three-day outdoor festival at The Royal Hotel, Skegness with live reggae and ska bands, sound systems and Caribbean food.
York Early Music Festival 2026
The 50th edition of York's early music festival, centred at the National Centre for Early Music.
Alanis Morissette at Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Alanis Morissette headlines Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
Buxton Well Dressing Festival 2026
A traditional Derbyshire well dressing festival in Buxton featuring decorated wells and Carnival Day on 11th July.
K Pop All Stars
A music-led K-pop tribute concert at Derby Arena featuring hits from BlackPink, BTS, NewJeans and more.
Michael Buble at Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Michael Buble performs at Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
Buxton International Festival 2026
An arts festival of over 160 opera, music, books and jazz events centred on the Peak District spa town of Buxton.
Live at York Museum Gardens: OMD
Synth-pop legends OMD headline an open-air concert with Heaven 17, China Crisis and Andrew Cushin in York Museum Gardens.
Live at York Museum Gardens: Self Esteem
Self Esteem performs an open-air concert in York Museum Gardens as part of the Live at York Museum Gardens series.
York Racecourse John Smith's Cup Meeting
A popular two-day summer racing fixture headlined by the John Smith's Cup at York Racecourse.
Bastille at Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Bastille headline with support from Nectar Woode.
Knights of Lincoln
A medieval combat spectacle bringing the sights and sounds of knights to Lincoln Castle.
Live at York Museum Gardens: Super Furry Animals
Super Furry Animals headline an open-air concert in York Museum Gardens.
Bakewell Country Festival 2026
A family agricultural and country festival on Bakewell Showground combining livestock, entertainment, food and shopping.
Scarborough Seafest
Maritime festival celebrating Scarborough's fishing heritage on the harbourside.
The Drifters
The legendary vocal group The Drifters perform their classic hits live at Bridlington Spa.
Music Race Day - Summer Saturday Series
A full day of horse racing followed by a live music performance at Doncaster Racecourse.
Summer Adventures at Dudley Zoo and Castle
Summer-long themed activities and games at Dudley Zoo and Castle, including the land train, chairlift, castle and sandcastle building.
Chatsworth Garden & Plant Fair (July)
A garden and plant fair at Chatsworth with specialist nurseries, garden experts, talks, tours and live music.