Peak District
The Peak District hosts a number of exciting events throughout the year. Local attractions such as the Heights of Abraham and Crich Tramway Museum host special events during the school holidays and the Chatsworth Estate a range of events throughout the year. There are also country fairs, food festivals, markets and Christmas themed evets to enjoy. We list events that are happening in the next couple of weeks below, but please ask reception if you have any questions.
Below are a number of events that are happening in the local area.
Scarefest
On October’s spookiest dates, tiptoe into Alton Towers Resort for all sorts of tricks and treats as the award-winning Scarefest returns for 2024!
October Half Term at the Heights
Spooky Halloween fun at the Heights of Abraham
Halloween at Haddon Hall
As the nights draw in and the magic of Halloween approaches, there can be no better place to enjoy some enchantingly good activities than Haddon Hall.
Fang-tastic Halloween Festival
The Fang-tastic Halloween Festival is back at Matlock Farm Park, join in the fun with great Halloween activities.
Panda-Monium
Get ready for a Spook-Tacular adventure this half term
Half Term Halloween Fun
Experience autumnal fun and Halloween horrors in the farmyard this half-term holiday.
Crich Halloween Fun
Enjoy a daily show and story telling, Halloween Trail and lots of spooky fun including facepainting, crafts and puppet shows.
Halloween Party at Little Monkeys
Includes entry, two course monster buffet, 2 ½ hours play, wicked disco and fancy dress competition (parents included).
30th, 31st Oct and 1st Nov.
£14.50 per child.
Bonfire & Fireworks
An evening of family entertainment complete with a bonfire, firework displays, and seasonal food and drink.
Wizard Training School
Calling all aspiring young wizards and witches… Would you like to become trained in wizardry and have a jolly fun old time in the process? Then join Professor Rupert Warrington III and his wizard prefects, where you’ll be split into classes to learn Potion Making, Quid-eech and ‘101 Introduction to Wands’ at selected times throughout the day! Don’t forget to get dressed up to get fully into the spirit…
Bonfire & Fireworks Display
A spectacular Bonfire and Fireworks event held on the School Field in Carsington village. You must pre-book tickets.
Thrills, Fireworks & Family Entertainment
For a fireworks show dazzling enough to make your jaw drop and your eyes pop, there’s only one place to be – Alton Towers Resort!
Christmas at Chatsworth
Immerse yourself in a Christmas feast for the senses as the magic and wonder of a new festive story, created in partnership with Joseph Coelho OBE, inspires the sights, smells, and sounds of this year’s Christmas at Chatsworth experience.
Christmas Market
Soak up the atmosphere and start your Christmas shopping at our Christmas market. Tickets must be booked in advance.
Darwin Forest Bonfire
Enjoy a bonfire and fireworks display whilst on holiday at Darwin Forest.
This is a ticketed event for park guest only. There is no access to the park for the general public.
Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market
Experience the true magic of Christmas at Haddon Hall’s famous Mercatum – the enchanting Artisan Market you just have to tick off your festive bucket list.
Lights of Abraham
This winter, experience the Heights of Abraham in a brand new light as they present their stunning light trail between 22nd November and 30th December.
Victorian Christmas Markets
Over 200 festive stalls and entertainment throughout the weekend.