Things to do in Derby this weekend including The Comedy Store at Derby Theatre!

Morning Derby! ☀️ Friday’s here, and it’s bringing all the weekend vibes we’ve been dreaming of since Monday. Whether you’re ready to dive into festive fun or just need a good excuse to dodge the chores, we’ve got your weekend plans covered. Let’s crack on! 🎄✨

In today’s Local Scoop:

• St Peters Quarter Christmas Craft Fair

• The Comedy Store this Sunday!

• Our scrumptious scoops for the weekend 🍽️

Let’s get to it.

— Local Scoop Derby

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WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

St Peters Quarter Christmas Craft Fair
📅 - Saturday 14th December
⏰ - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍- St Peter’s Church
📷 - @stpetersquarterderby

With 14 fantastic traders showcasing the best locally produced goodies, this festive extravaganza is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and treats. From handmade crafts to delicious homemade snacks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Friday

Calke Abbey Christmas Market - Friday till Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
A fantastic opportunity to shop for your Christmas gifts in the beautiful surroundings of Calke Abbey. Lots of amazing stall with local makers and artisans.
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Saltmine Theatre - Riverside Centre
6:00 PM
Saltmine Theatre Company presents Jack and the Beanstalk
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Wine Tasting - Darley Abbey Village Hall
7:00 PM
There is the opportunity to taste, question, engage in lively debate and of course buy the offered wines.
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Word Wise - Music and Poetry Live Jam!
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Word Wise is a spoken word and poetry night uniting the best talent from around the UK and beyond, with Derby's finest performers.
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Saturday

Hickory’s Brunch with Santa - Chellaston
10:00 AM
Kick off the holiday season with a festive brunch as Santa makes a special stop at Hickory's! Bring your little ones to meet Santa, share what's on their Christmas list, and...find out if they made the nice list.
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Laser Cut Christmas Bauble Workshop
10:30 AM
Create your own 3D laser cut Christmas bauble. You will cut, assemble and decorate your very own festive bauble, choosing from selected designs. Ideal as a gift or a personal keep sake.
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A Musical Merry Christmas
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Grab your best Christmas jumper, and head to Derby’s Market Place for A Musical Merry Christmas! This isn’t your average festive bash—it’s a full-on yuletide knees-up with live tunes, a cracking atmosphere, and all the festive cheer you can handle.
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Derby Young Writers Group - The Smallprint Company
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Run in partnership with Derby Poetry Festival, this group’s lead writer is poet and winner of multiple slam titles Aoife O’Connor who can’t wait to share her knowledge and write with your young person.
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Kids Christmas Party - The Kingsway
1:00 PM
Expect games, music, activities, and a special visit from Santa himself.
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Cinderella - Derby Arena
1:30 PM
Featuring sparkling sets, fabulous frocks, side splitting slapstick and not one, but two outrageous dames, this is an unmissable treat for the whole family.
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The Night Before Christmas - QUAD
2:15 PM
Can Christmas be saved? Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere!
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Lunch with Santa - Ye Olde Spa Inne
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Lunch with Santa with a special visit from The Grinch.
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Carols by Candlelight - Derby Cathedral
7:00 PM
Join the Choristers of Derby Cathedral Choir as they perform Benjamin Britten’s ‘A Ceremony of Carols’, as well as other festive favourites, along with congregational Carols, and festive poetry and readings!
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Melbourne Town Band Christmas Concert - Melbourne Parish Church
7:00 PM
Christmas concert featuring Melbourne Town Band, Concert Band, Training Band, and Drum Corps.
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Cinderella - Derby Arena
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
The multi award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment proudly invite you to take your seat for this lavish and larger than life pantomime at Derby Arena!
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Sunday

Derby Vintage Kilo Sale - Museum of Making
10:00 AM
With clothes priced from as little as £1 for 50g, you’ll be bagging bargains faster than Santa on Christmas Eve.
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Little Ravers - Christmas Special - Popworld
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Little Ravers is back, and this time it’s going full-on festive chaos! 🎅 Think Santa meet-and-greets, a giant snow machine (prepare for a blizzard indoors), and the most intense fluffy snowball fight you’ll ever see.
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PALS of Osmaston Park - Free Community Christmas Event
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
PALS of Osmaston Park is thrilled to announce our very first FREE community event, just in time to kick off the Christmas festivities!
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Salsa Sundays - Revolucion de Cuba
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Latin music and classic pop hits with a latin twist!
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FIFA Tournament - Kingsway Derby
7:00 PM
Reckon you’ve got what it takes to dominate the virtual pitch? This Sunday, The Kingsway is hosting a FIFA battle royale. It’s £5 to enter, winner takes all – including cash, and the bragging rights.
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SCRUMPTIOUS SCOOPS

Darcy’s Fish and Chips: Derby’s New Chippy Opens 🐟🍟
📍- Manor Rd, Littleover, Derby DE23 6BR
⏰ - Monday - Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
📷 - @darcysfishandchips

Move over, soggy Fridays – there’s a new chippy in town, and it’s making a splash! Darcy’s isn’t just your average fish and chip shop; it’s set to be Derby’s largest, complete with a 120-seater restaurant and a dedicated takeaway.

Helmed by father-son duo Andreas, Easton and his team of seasoned pros, Darcy’s blends old-school chippy charm with a modern twist. Expect all the classics – fish so crispy it should come with a warning label, tartar sauce so good you’ll want to drink it, and even a two-course senior special for just £8.99 (because the over-60s deserve the royal treatment too).

They’re also doing lunchtime deals for £9.99 with unlimited tea or coffee – so grab your mates, ditch the soggy sandwiches, and dig in at Darcy’s.

Fuel Up the Scandinavian Way at RASK 🥗
📍- Sadler Bridge Studios, Bold Lane, DE1 3NT
⏰ - Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
⏰ - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
⏰ - Sunday: Closed
📷 - @raskderby

Looking for a little slice of Scandinavian simplicity right here in Derby? RASK is the spot for you! Inspired by the Danish art of Hygge, RASK offers a cosy and relaxed environment where you can unwind with friends or take some time for yourself. Whether you’re after a healthy bite or a sweet treat, this café serves up ‘good for you’ food made from simple and honest ingredients.

From their refreshing RASK bowl salads to their open sandwiches and popular Saturday brunch menu, there's something for everyone, no matter your dietary needs. Vegan or gluten-free? No problem! Plus, don’t miss out on their homemade bakes—vegan brownies, energy balls, and banana bread that are just as delicious as they are wholesome.

BIZ BITE OF THE WEEK

Chat Club at St Martin’s Church: A Warm Welcome for Everyone ☕
📍 - St Martin’s Church, Chatterbox Cafe, Flint Street, Allenton, DE24 9BH
📅 - Every Friday and Saturday Night
⏰ - 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

In a world where it's easy to feel disconnected, Chat Club at St Martin's is here to bring people together. If you’re feeling a bit lonely or just need someone to talk to, join them every Friday and Saturday night at their welcoming nighttime café. Run by a team of dedicated volunteers, their mission is to combat social isolation through the power of meaningful connections.

At The Chat Club, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile, a warm cuppa, and a biscuit (or two!). It’s a space where everyone is welcome, and all their teas, coffees, and snacks are completely free. Beyond the nighttime café, they also host community meals and coffee mornings, all designed to make people feel valued, supported, and connected within our community.

Come along, have a chat, meet new friends, and be part of something special. You’re not alone, connect and support one another in a warm, non-judgmental environment.

ACTIVITY ALLEY

The Comedy Store - Derby
📍 - Derby Theatre
📅 - Sunday 15th December
⏰ - 8:00 PM
🎟️ - £18.50
📷 - @derbytheatre

Fancy a proper laugh? The Comedy Store is back in Derby, bringing the sharpest wit and the funniest faces straight to your doorstep. This isn’t just any comedy gig, it’s the breeding ground for legends like Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican, and Eddie Izzard. Who knows, you might just spot the next big thing while you’re crying with laughter. Forget the doom and gloom, grab your ticket, and let’s make Sunday night a proper night out!

Snow Paws – Supapet’s Christmas Wonderland
📍 - Supapet, 853 Osmaston Road, DE24 9BR
📅 - Saturday 14th December
⏰ - 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
🎟️ - Free Entry
📷 - @supapetuk

Attention all dog mums, dads, and doting humans – Supapet’s Snow Paws Christmas event is here, and it’s all about spoiling your furry mate rotten. There will be a free festive photoshoot to make your pooch Insta-famous, a goodie bag packed with treats for every doggo that shows up, and a raffle where the prizes are almost as exciting as chasing squirrels.

FRESH EXPERIENCES

Live Music at The Nordic Bar
📅 - Saturday 14th December
⏰ - 6:00 PM
📍- Nordic Bar, Market Place
📷 - @nordicbarco

Fancy a bit of festive magic under the glow of twinkling Christmas lights? The Nordic Bar's got you sorted this Saturday! Start your evening with Joey Greener serenading you with his smooth vocals and laid-back vibes at 6 PM, then crank up the energy at 7:45 PM when Cassette Roulette takes the stage with nostalgic bangers that'll have you dancing like it's 1999 (or whatever your era was).

LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• John Otway and Band - Flowerpot - 4:00 PM

• Live Music at Bear Derbion - 5:00 PM

• Live at Revolucion de Cuba - 6:30 PM

• Dirt Box Disco - Hairy Dog - 7:00 PM

• Ding n John - The Spotted Cow - 7:30 PM

• Christmas at the Cathedral - 7:30 PM

• Vox Pockets Live - Greyhound Inn - 8:00 PM

• John Otway and The Big Band - Flowerpot - 9:00 PM

• Live at The Castle Inn Derby - 9:00 PM

Saturday

• These Wicked Rivers - Hairy Dog - 7:00 PM

• The Big Krampus Party - Victoria Inn - 7:00 PM

• Breadsall Christmas Concert - Breadsall Memorial Hall - 7:30 PM

• Ding n John - Coach & Horses - 7:30 PM

• Derby Irish Centre Indie Night - 7:30 PM

• Merry Hell in Concert - High St Melbourne - 8:00 PM

• Buster Party Band Xmas Party Night - The Castle Inn - 8:30 PM

• Storm Warning - The Needles Pub - 8:45 PM

• The June Collins Band - Half Moon Inn - 9:00 PM

• Driven - Spondon Liberal Club - 9:00 PM

• Blondied - Flowerpot - 9:00 PM

Sunday 

• Rocking The Flowerpot - 4:00 PM

• Live Entertainment, Rick Sheehan and Friends - Spondon Liberal Club - 4:30 PM

• Claire Shaw - Needles Pub - 7:00 PM

WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday
7°C 🌡️ 5°C | Overcast

Saturday
8°C 🌡️ 5°C | Partly cloudy changing to sunny intervals by late morning.

Sunday
12°C 🌡️ 9°C | Overcast
Temperature readings taken from the Met Office the night before publication

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