Things to do in Derby this weekend: An Outdoor Cinema at Markeaton Park and a Free BBQ at Electric Daisy!

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Morning Derby! Sunday’s bringing the BBQ heat and smooth R&B at Electric Daisy’s free garden party, while Markeaton Park is swapping Netflix for Wicked under the stars. Over at Derby Market Hall, The Greatest Gathering is all about model trains and local history, and Bluebell Dairy’s MooFest is still going strong for the kids. Add an Alfa Romeo 115th birthday bash, an Elvis festival, and a Ramslam T20 showdown, and suddenly staying in doesn’t stand a chance.

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📅 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?

🍔 - R&BBQ: Burgers, Beats & A Free Day Out
📍 - Electric Daisy
📅 - Sunday 3rd August
⏰ - From 12:00 PM
🎟️ - Free Entry
📷 - @electricdaisyderby

Electric Daisy’s turning Sunday into a big one! BBQ smoke in the air, R&B on the speakers, and a garden full of people who’ve already decided Monday can wait. It’s family-friendly, free to get in, and built for that perfect mix of food, drinks, and music that makes you forget you even had other plans. Grab a burger, find a spot, and let the afternoon take care of itself.

FRIDAY:

Rocket Science Event - Lush
12:00 PM | More Info

Late Nights at the Museum - Museum of Making
5:30 PM | More Info

5K Social Run + Food - Electric Daisy
6:00 PM | More Info

Railway Themed Fun - Derby Market Hall
9:00 AM | More Info

Craft Classes & Cake - Atelier Vive
3:00 PM | More Info

Cuban Salsa & Bachata Party - Fat Cat
7:30 PM | More Info

Singles Social Meet Up (30+) - Carnero Lounge
7:30 PM | More Info

Mamma Mia Outdoor Cinema - Markeaton Park
9:00 PM | More Info

SATURDAY:

CRMC5 - Donington Park
9:00 AM | More Info

Midlands Elvis Festival - The Pavillion at Derby
3:00 PM | More Info

MooFest - Bluebell Dairy
10:00 AM | More Info

SUNDAY:

Alfa Romeo 115 Year Anniversary Meet Up - Alfa Romeo & Jeep
10:00 AM | More Info

August Golden Meet - Elvaston Castle Country Park
10:00 AM | More Info

Summer Floral Handtied Workshop - PipTree Cafe at Collyers Nurseries
10:00 AM | More Info

Ramslam T20 - Spondon Cricket Club
2:00 PM | More Info

🍔 SCRUMPTIOUS SCOOPS

🍰 - The Little Shed – This Is Where Afternoon Tea Gets Competitive!
📍 - 3a Park Lane, Allestree
⏰ - Mon - Fri: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
⏰ - Sat: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
⏰ - Sun: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📷 - @thelittleshed

The Little Shed is where plans for “just a coffee” end up in full-blown afternoon tea territory. We’re talking fat homemade scones with clotted cream, cakes that need their own postcode, and sandwiches that make you glad you skipped breakfast. When you’re done, you’ll somehow drift into their gift shop and start debating which candle best represents your personality. It’s cosy, it’s a bit dangerous for your wallet, and it’s one of those places you’ll keep finding excuses to revisit.

🎭 ACTIVITY ALLEY

🚂 - Tiny Trains, Big Weekend: The Greatest Gathering Fringe Event
📍 - Derby Market Hall
📅 - Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd August
⏰ - Fri: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
⏰ - Sat: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
⏰ - Sun: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
🎟️ - Free Entry
📷 - @derbymarkethall

Model railways that’ll pull you in, train-themed games for the whole family, and a deep dive into Derby’s railway roots, all inside Derby Market Hall. It’s free, family-friendly, and a great way to get kids (and grown-ups) hooked on a bit of local history with plenty to see and do.

🌟 FRESH EXPERIENCES

🎬 - Wicked Under the Stars: Outdoor Cinema at Markeaton Park
📍 - Markeaton Park
📅 - Saturday 2nd August
⏰ - Doors 7:00 PM - Film Starts 9:00 PM
🎟️ - £15

Elphaba, Glinda, and a whole lot of Oz magic are coming to Markeaton Park for an outdoor screening of Wicked. Bring a chair or blanket and watch Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande light up the screen. The Orangery will be serving pizzas, hot dogs, popcorn, and “Wicked-themed” cocktails, so you can make a night of it. Doors open at 7pm, and the film starts at 9pm sharp.

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Live Music with Elliot Hollins - Derby Market Hall - 7:00 PM

• The Bar Stool Preachers - Hairy Dog - 7:30 PM

• Friday Night Disco - The Coronation - 8:00 PM

• Rock Weekender - Flowerpot - 8:30 PM

• Kevin Smith Live - Needles Pub - 8:45 PM

• Paul Weller Tribute - White Horse - 9:30 PM

Saturday

• Every Night Dreaming - Ye Olde Spa Inne - 1:00 PM

• Fomo Roof Terrace Edition - The Mixing House - 3:00 PM

• Live Music with Carl North - Derby Market Hall - 7:00 PM

• Beatles Tribute Band - Hairy Dog - 8:00 PM

• Blindeaces - Needles Pub - 8:45 PM

• Wireless - Spondon Liberal Club - 9:00 PM

Sunday

• Live Music with Anna Whales - Derby Market Hall - 12:00 PM

• Midnight Shift - Prince of Wales Spondon - 4:00 PM

• Headshrinka Live - Smithfield - 4:00 PM

• Breakin Loose Live - Spondon Liberal Club - 4:30 PM

• A Thousand Cuts - Hairy Dog - 6:00 PM

☁️ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday
21°C 🌡️ 12°C | Cloudy changing to light showers by late morning.

Saturday
22°C 🌡️ 13°C | Sunny intervals.

Sunday
23°C 🌡️ 14°C | Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by early evening.
Temperature readings taken from the Met Office the night before publication

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