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Things to do in Derby, August 2026
Browse 11 upcoming events and things to do in Derby during August 2026. Highlights include Special Kinda Madness, Dave Formula and Noko, Beatles Complete and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.
Late-summer highlights
August tends to continue the peak outdoor season with festivals and city breaks, though some venues slow down as locals take their own summer holidays.
- Catch the last of the season's open-air festivals and food markets
- Look for late-summer concerts and outdoor film screenings
- Some smaller venues run a lighter schedule mid-month — worth checking listings ahead