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Things to do in Derby, December 2026
Browse 29 upcoming events and things to do in Derby during December 2026. Highlights include Ocean Colour Scene, The Damned - Final Damnation 50, Ogrepalooza and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.
Festive season
December is typically dominated by festive markets, holiday concerts and New Year’s Eve programming, with many cities running special end-of-year events.
- Browse Christmas markets, festive concerts and holiday shows
- Look for New Year's Eve parties and countdown events
- Book early — festive-season tickets and popular markets fill up fast