Looking for things to do in Buxton this weekend? We can give you some weekend inspiration! We pick out the best activities, what’s on, events not to miss.
Buxton events this weekend
All Weekend
Pavilion Gardens Easter Trail
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Whats on at Pavilion Gardens this Easter? Can you help the Easter Bunny find all her bunnies? You’ll find eight bunnies hiding and holding words that relate to the Easter Trail word search. Simply follow the map, find all the words and bring it back to either the Ice Cream Parlour or ‘East Pavilion Pots & Plants’ to claim a delicious prize Tickets are £3 per trail sheet and can be purchased from the Ice Cream Parlour and ‘East Pavilion Pots & Plants’. 7th – 21st April 2025.
Woodland Spring Scavenger Hunt – Poole’s Cavern
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Explore the BCA woodlands with their Spring Scavenger Hunt. All proceeds help us to manage and maintain over 200 acres of Buxton’s Woodland! Collect your scavenger sheet from the Visitor Centre today. On until 20th April 2025.
Jesus Christ Superstar at Buxton Opera House
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for decades, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events, but seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as Superstar, I Don’t Know How to Love Him and Gethsemane. Tickets £22 – £26. –
Pavilion Gardens Easter Fair
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Our Easter Fair is their first seasonal event spanning all four days over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and offering a great weekend of fun for the whole family. There will be over 50 stalls in the Octagon Hall and on the Promenade for all four days plus children’s entertainment (to be confirmed). On the Promenade and in the park: Hot and cold food stalls, children’s rides*, the miniature train* and boats* on the boating lake. 18th – 21st April 2025, 10am – 5pm each day.
Hire an e-bike at Peak Ascent Cycles
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Explore Buxton and the Peak District this weekend by E-bike! Available on a range of Raleigh bikes. Cost is £55 per day (9.30am – 4.30pm) or £40 for a half day (9.30am – 1pm). If you’re interested or would like to book – call in to the shop or contact the team by phone or email (click the link above). The shop is open Monday – Saturday 9.30am – 5pm, Sunday CLOSED. Find out more at peakascentcycles.co.uk/pages/hire
Buxton Pottery Painting
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Brand new in town – Buxton Pottery Painting! Welcoming and friendly studio/café which has been designed to complement the historic features of the building, for individuals, of all ages and skill levels to come together to paint and create memorable moments using non-toxic, water-based paints with tools provided, to create your uniquely painted piece. Enjoy Buxton Roasters coffee and locally made cakes or a savoury slice to enjoy whilst creating your designs! Book as as soon as you can as they do get fully booked and very busy!
Go Ape Treetop Adventure Buxton
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Get ready to climb and zip your way round Go Ape Treetop Challenge, while soaking up the stunning views of Buxton town and the breath-taking Derbyshire countryside below. Home to one of our biggest Tarzan swing drops and is one of their highest courses ever! Find Pannjarve Bridge, a Net Bridge and a tricky Jungle Crossing at our Buxton location. Not forgetting the exhilarating high speed zips waiting to take you back to ground level. For those looking to tackle a fear of heights, Go Ape Buxton is the perfect add on of things to do in Buxton. Open all weekend, with time slots currently available all days. Adults from £36.95, 16-17 yrs from £36.95, 10-15 yrs £36.95.
Buxton Crescent Experience tours – General & Premium Guided Tours
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This unique visitor experience set across nine intimate rooms inside the iconic Buxton Crescent tells the stories of Buxton, The Grade I listed Crescent, Buxton’s famous water and the many people who came to seek its cure. One of the best things to do in Buxton this weekend if you’re looking to stay indoors and away from the cold! It offers a taste of the Buxton story, and provides an ideal starting point for anyone visiting or learning about the town.
The highlight of the tour is the VR (visual reality) balloon ride as you’re taken on a journey back in time to Buxton in 1792 in a hot air balloon! There are time slots for tours available all weekend. General admission ticket price is £11.99 adults, young person (8-15yrs) £7.99 OR Premium Guided Tour is £15.95 adults, young person (8-15yrs) £11. Sparkling guided tour £17.50.
Guided Tours at Poole’s Cavern
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Beneath the earth with enthusiastic guides, explore the vast limestone caverns at Poole’s Cavern and see how crystal stalactites have lined the chambers over millions of years. Stroll through beautiful woodland trails to a panoramic Peak District hilltop viewpoint. Poole’s Cavern is open daily with tours throughout the day. If you have time, do check out the Café in the Cavern at the visitor centre, they offer a great menu of light lunches and snacks as well as breakfast. Entry / Cost: Adults £18.50, Senior £17 (60+), Student (With Valid ID Card) £14, Child £8, Children under 5 years (Ticket Required), FREE, Family 4 (2 Adults, 2 Child) £46, Carer/Support Worker-accompanying a paying visitor £0.00, BCA Members (Must Produce Card on Arrival) £0.00, Well Behaved Dogs on dog friendly to tours £1.
What’s on in Buxton on Good Friday 18th April
Burger and Pint at The Vault
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Served every Friday at The Vault, enjoy a delicious burger and refreshing pint for just £14.95. The perfect way to kick off your weekend!!
Easter: A Stroll Through Greenaway’s Garden – A Family Springtime Gathering at The Pump Room
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Hosted by Buxton Crescent Experience. Step into the whimsical world of Kate Greenaway with this family-friendly Easter event. There’s a whole host activities to enjoy all week including:
- Dressing up – Try on costumes inspired by Greenaway’s iconic fashions
- Story corner – Share Greenaway’s classic tales and poems
- Easter biscuit decorating
- Basket making – weave or craft a small Easter basket
- Nature drawing – Sketch flowers and plants just like Greenaway might have done
- Paper flowers – create a spring floral wreath or floral crown
12th – 18th April 2025, 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3pm each day.
Funny Turns – An Evening of Variety Entertainment at The Pump Ropom
Hosted by Buxton Crescent Experience. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and magic! Comedy magician Dave Moylan brings decades of experience, including 25 years at Warwick Castle, blending wit, wonder, and showmanship. Joining him is powerhouse vocalist Tanya Adele, delivering high-energy hits from the 60s to 80s—from Motown to ABBA. Together, they promise a dazzling show packed with laughs, nostalgia, and feel-good vibes you won’t want to miss! Tickets £10. 18th April 2025, 7pm.
Live music: The Rascals at the Queens Head
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Live music at one of Buxton’s best live music venues The Queens Head. From 10pm till late, 18th April 2025. Free entry.
What’s on in Buxton Saturday 19th April
Pavilion Gardens 5k Parkrun
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A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event in the Pavilion Gardens almost every week. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Taking place every Saturday at 9am. The course starts and finishes at the Old Bandstand, just across the bridge from the main Pavilion. From 9am, 19th April 2025. It’s free to join in.
Bottomless Brunch at The Vault Café Bar
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Served every Saturday at The Vault, enjoy the now famous Bottomless Brunch at The Vault. You have two hours so make it count – so enjoy! Sit back and relax whilst you indulge in their handcrafted cocktails and homemade food. You have the choice of one main dish and a variety of unlimited drinks! You have two hours so make it count – Enjoy! Click here to see the Bottomless Brunch menu.
Special Food & Drink Market – Buxton Market
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It’s time for their monthly special Food & Drink Market hosted on Buxton Market, along side their regular traders local produce, fruit and veg, clothing, fresh fish and more. 19th April 2024, 9am – 3pm.
Film: Black Bag (15) at Buxton Cinema
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When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country. Tickets £7. 19, 7.30pm.
Live music: The Stand Ins at the Queens Head
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Live music at one of Buxton’s best live music venues The Queens Head. From 10pm till late 19th April Free entry.
What’s on in Buxton Easter Sunday 20th April
Buxton Raceway Easter Sunday 20th April 12pm
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1600 Bangers / Junior Bangers / Stoxkarts Snr / Stoxkarts Jnr / Rebels Spring Classic / UK Modifieds / Micra F2/. 20th April 2025, 12pm.
Live music: Sunday Session at Beer & Bean with Isaac Nelson
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Enjoy live music this Sunday at Beer & Bean from 2pm. From the opening notes to the final encore, the intimate space in Beer & Bean is the perfect place to spend your Sunday afternoon. They will be serving their usual speciality coffee, unique beers, cocktails, sharing boards & Belgian waffles! 20th April, 2pm – 5pm. Free entry.
Film: Macbeth (12A) at Buxton Cinema
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David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife, Criminal Record) lead a stellar cast in an ‘enthralling’ (★★★★★ Daily Telegraph) new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London.. Tickets £16. 20, 7pm.
Live music: Manchester Ska Foundation at the Queens Head
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Live music at one of Buxton’s best live music venues The Queens Head. From 10pm till late 20th April Free entry.
Sunday Soul Sessions at RedWillow
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Across the board soul, Northern Soul, Motown, R&B and Modern at RedWillow. Free entry. 20th April 2025, from 4pm – 9pm.
Live Music: The A’ups at Buxton Brewery Trackside
Head to the Trackside this Easter Sunday for great craft ales and one of Buxton’s best live bands, get there early to secure your spot. Free entry. 20th April, From 9pm.
Cheshire Cheese Quiz Night
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Join the quiz at The Cheshire Cheese, hosted by DJ Barry Jarvis, every Sunday.
Round of drinks to the winning team! And pay to play our Play your Cards Right game after to win a cash prize! 20th April 2025, 8.30pm – 10.30pm.
Games Night at The Parks Inn
It’s Games Night featuring a small quiz, bingo and much more you don’t want to miss a lovely night of fun and entertainment with non other than Leighton Sigley. Lots of cash to win see you there!! 20th April 2025, from 7.30pm.
What’s on in Buxton Easter Monday 21st April
Buxton Raceway Easter Monday
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BriSCA F2 Stockcars / 1800 Street Bangers Peak Championship / Northern caravan Championship Q1 / 1300 Saloon Stox GQR / Stoxkarts Snr / Stoxkarts Jnr / Open Rods / Micra F2. 21st April 2025, 12pm.
Adult Lego Build Evening at The Frog on the Bine with Brick Corner
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Lego sets (and help if required) provided by LEGO Dave from Brick Corner. Upstairs in The Frog (no dogs please). Come and build while you enjoy a drink and the company of other adult LEGO fans! Whether you’re a master builder or just looking for a fun evening, this is for you! Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected], or simply show up on the night and join in! £3 per builder. 21st April 2025, 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Film: On Falling (15) at Buxton Cinema
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Buxton Film presents: Set against a landscape dominated by an algorithm-driven gig economy, in a world designed to keep us apart, On Falling explores the silent, vital struggle to find meaning and connection. It tells the story of Aurora, a Portuguese migrant working as a warehouse picker in Edinburgh, Scotland. Trapped between the confines of a vast distribution centre and the solitude of her own bedroom, Aurora seeks out every opportunity to resist the alienation and isolation that threaten her sense of self. Tickets £16. 21st, 7.30pm.
If you enjoyed our round-up of things to do in Buxton this weekend, check our our best things to do in Buxton, all-year-round, including the best visitor attractions, exhibitions, galleries, tours and more: explorebuxton.co.uk/things-to-do-in-buxton/
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