🆓 Free Events in Derby

154 free events happening in Derby — no entry fee required. Concerts, exhibitions, workshops, markets and more.

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Preparation For Parenthood Session 2 at Rosehill Family Hub

FREE

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Mon 21 Sept

Preparation For Parenthood Session 2

📍 Rosehill Family Hub

ESBC Business Engagement Event at The Brewhouse

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

ESBC Business Engagement Event

📍 The Brewhouse

CONFERENCE COMMUNITY & SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURES at Game Changer Lab, The Cavendish Building

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

CONFERENCE COMMUNITY & SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURES

📍 Game Changer Lab, The Cavendish Building

Preparation For Parenthood Session 3 at Mackworth Morley Family Hub

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

Preparation For Parenthood Session 3

📍 Mackworth Morley Family Hub

Findern Hockey New Players at Allestree Woodlands School

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Tue 22 Sept — Wed 23 Sept

Findern Hockey New Players

📍 Allestree Woodlands School

Sold out at source

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

The NeuroNest Hub – Free Neurodivergent Community Drop-In

📍 Coniston Crescent Community room

Music Social Nottingham at Mini First Aid Nottingham and Derby

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

Music Social Nottingham

📍 Mini First Aid Nottingham and Derby

Tuesday Club Run - Derbion Route at Derby Rugby Football Club

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

Tuesday Club Run - Derbion Route

📍 Derby Rugby Football Club

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept

Couch to 5K - 2026 - Week 2

📍 Derby Rugby Football Club

FREE

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Tue 22 Sept — Wed 23 Sept

TWISTED TUESDAYS AT NINE

📍 NINE

Pathway to Construction : Placement Programme for 16-25 year olds

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Wed 23 Sept — Fri 18 Dec

Pathway to Construction : Placement Programme for 16-25 year olds

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FREE

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Wed 23 Sept

Together Tunes

📍 The Brewhouse

Travel and Visitor Economy brunch at Derby college at Derby College, The Roundhouse

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Wed 23 Sept

Travel and Visitor Economy brunch at Derby college

📍 Derby College, The Roundhouse

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Pathway to Welding : Programme for 16 - 25 year olds

FREE

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Wed 23 Sept — Fri 18 Dec

Pathway to Welding : Programme for 16 - 25 year olds

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Wed 23 Sept

An Evening with Bass

📍 The Markeaton

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East Midlands Seating Masterclass 2026 at Hilton East Midlands Airport

FREE

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Thu 24 Sept

East Midlands Seating Masterclass 2026

📍 Hilton East Midlands Airport

Derby Careers Fair at Pride Park Stadium

FREE

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Thu 24 Sept

Derby Careers Fair

📍 Pride Park Stadium

FREE

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Thu 24 Sept

Menopause Café Derby

📍 QUAD

MINIS & MARTINIS - The Little white Dress Event at 47 Queen St

FREE

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Fri 25 Sept

MINIS & MARTINIS - The Little white Dress Event

📍 47 Queen St

CODE Friday 25th September At MooMoo! at MooMoo Nightclub Derby

FREE

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Fri 25 Sept — Sat 26 Sept

CODE Friday 25th September At MooMoo!

📍 MooMoo Nightclub Derby

Bodycare Creator Workshop | Derby Studio Store Opening at Bodycare

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Sat 26 Sept

Bodycare Creator Workshop | Derby Studio Store Opening

📍 Bodycare

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The Women's Collective - September - Skincare Workshop at Normanton Park Community Centre and Sports Courts

FREE

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Sat 26 Sept

The Women's Collective - September - Skincare Workshop

📍 Normanton Park Community Centre and Sports Courts

Draw Derby - September 2026 at Derby Market Hall

FREE

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Sat 26 Sept

Draw Derby - September 2026

📍 Derby Market Hall

LUSH Derby | Party Booking consultation! at Lush Cosmetics Derby

FREE

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Sat 26 Sept

LUSH Derby | Party Booking consultation!

📍 Lush Cosmetics Derby

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many free events are happening in Derby?

There are currently 154 free events listed in Derby. New free events are added daily — check back often for the latest listings.

What types of free events can I find in Derby?

Free events in Derby include art exhibitions, community workshops, outdoor activities, markets, live music sessions, talks, guided walks and family-friendly activities.

Do I need to book free events in Derby?

Some free events require advance booking while others are drop-in. Check individual event listings for booking details — we include direct links to register where available.

Free Things to Do in Derby

Derby offers a wealth of free events and activities throughout the year. From free gallery exhibitions and museum open days to outdoor concerts, community workshops, and seasonal markets — there's always something to enjoy without spending a penny. EventsList.co.uk updates free event listings daily with Full event descriptions, venue details, and direct booking links so you never miss out on the best free things to do in Derby.