Lunchtime Coffee Concert with a complimentary hot drink and biscuits.

Tickets £8 in advance, £11 on the door

Drop-in group for knitting, stitching and crochet. Every Friday in May: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 May.

A night of stand-up comedy hosted at Pavilion Arts Centre.

Tickets £9 in advance, £12 on the door

Award-winning English singer-songwriter whose career has been defined by honesty, resilience, and creative independence.

Tickets from £31.50

A carefully selected mix of makers, crafters, bakers and artists from across the area.

Free entry

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Every Saturday in May: 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 May.

Free

Traditional Sunday Brunch with a quiz at 4pm. Every Sunday in May: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 May.

A quick warm up followed by a 5k run around Buxton, finishing back at the Tap House. Every Sunday in May: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 May.

Free

Costumers & cosplay, character meet & greets, backdrops, props, cosplay competitions plus merch!

Free entry

Big Van Bangers, BriSCA Formula Two, Rebels, 1800 Street Bangers and more.

Tickets £10–£55

An emotional Italian drama exploring love, loss, and human resilience.

Tickets from £6

Live bands, entertainment, dancing, 100+ stalls, street performers, hot food vendors, children's rides and lots more.

A friendly, informal meetup for German speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

A great mix of local traders, handmade goods, unique gifts, and delicious treats. First and third Thursday of every month.

Free entry

Embroidery and embellishing photos and advertisements – a Made in Buxton event.

Free, donations welcome

A spectacular evening of music, dance, and nostalgia marking the anniversary of VE Day.

£26.20 inc. booking fee

Step back in time with vintage fashion, military vehicles, living history and more.

A friendly, informal meetup for French speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Live open mic nights on 14 & 28 May.

Playful activities for under-5s.

£2.10 per adult + child

Beginner-friendly workshop – all materials provided.

£5.24 inc. booking fee

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Unlimited Old Skool Bangers, UK Modifieds, Grand Prix Midgets, Junior Bangers and more.

Tickets £9–£50

A friendly, informal meetup for Italian speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Audio-visual presentation by international best-selling author and great-grandnephew of Dracula creator Bram Stoker.

£12.58 inc. booking fee

Hands-on literary workshop led by the great-grandnephew of Dracula creator Bram Stoker.

£15.72 inc. booking fee

Stalls in The Octagon, children's rides, tasty treats and brass bands.

Free entry

Three days celebrating artists across the High Peak.

Free

BriSCA Formula Two, Micro Banger English Championship, 1800 Street Bangers and more.

Tickets £10–£55

A friendly, informal meetup for Spanish speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Brief history of the manufacture of friction materials in the Peak District, with Trevor Gilman.

Free

Browse locally grown plants, including beautiful sweet peas and fresh salad from The Serpentine.

Free

Families can follow garden gnomes' trail, spelling a word while learning how plants grow.

Free, donations welcome

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£55

Open session for musicians — come to perform or listen. Every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Free

Teams of up to 6, winning team gets the cash prize. Every Thursday.

£1 per person

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Sing, connect, relax! Every Tuesday in term time. All women, babies and children welcome.

Free

Whether you're into spinning, felting, weaving, knitting or crochet, there's something for you.

Free entry

Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing and good company.

£10 per person (includes tea, coffee & biscuits)

Enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz and 10% off everything as Potters celebrate their 166th birthday.

Free entry

Build your very own Jellycat amusable from clay in this 2-hour guided workshop, including a second visit to paint and bring it to life.

Adults £30, children £28, family £55

Different cuisine every month with special cocktails. Last Wednesday of every month.

Free to play quiz nights. Every Wednesday. Prizes to be won!

Free to play

Adults-only (18+) BYOB evening sessions to relax, unwind and enjoy pottery painting solo or with friends.

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

Enjoy live music with their usual speciality coffee, unique beers, cocktails, sharing boards & Belgian waffles.

Gather the gang and get competitive! A night filled with brain-teasing fun and friendly competition. Every 3rd Wednesday.

Enjoy live music with their usual speciality coffee, unique beers, cocktails, sharing boards & Belgian waffles.

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

An unforgettable evening with the Ant Clowes Duo, performing all your favourite tunes!

A mix of indie pop and ballads with a focus on tone, emotion, and connection.

Free entry

Help create 3 LEGO mosaics of Buxton landmarks — hosted by Brick Corner and Blythe House Hospice. Cake stall & tombola, raising money for charity.

Free entry

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

Tonight's theme: world food and drink!

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

More than forty specialist fine art and antiques dealers from across the UK, offering a superb range of treasures.

Tickets £7.50 on the door, £5 pre-purchased

Enjoy live music with their usual speciality coffee, unique beers, cocktails, sharing boards & Belgian waffles.

A friendly, informal meetup for German speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Taste 5 carefully selected rums on a guided tour with Mangrove Spirits. Includes welcome cocktail and nibbles.

Tickets £20

Drop-in group for knitting, stitching and crochet. Every Friday in June: 5, 12, 19 & 26 Jun.

Step back to the late Victorian era and join a lively community dance inspired by the spa workers of the time.

£57.64 inc. booking fee

Beginner-friendly workshop – all materials provided.

£5.24 inc. booking fee

A night of refined entertainment celebrating the height of nineteenth-century sophistication.

£83.84 per person inc. booking fee

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Every Saturday in June: 6, 13, 20 & 27 Jun.

Free

Rebels, StoxKarts, Unlimited Old Skool Bangers, Micro Formula Two, Super Saloons and more.

Tickets £9–£50

Traditional Sunday Brunch with a quiz at 4pm. Every Sunday in June: 7, 14, 21 & 28 Jun.

A quick warm up followed by a 5k run around Buxton, finishing back at the Tap House. Every Sunday in June: 7, 14, 21 & 28 Jun.

Free

A friendly, informal meetup for French speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Live open mic nights on 11 & 25 Jun.

This session: crafting with books.

Free, donations welcome

Three-day drop-in festival celebrating the rich writing, reading and storytelling culture of the local area.

Free

Antiquarian, paperbacks, first editions, rare finds and lots more!

Free entry

A friendly, informal meetup for Italian speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Playful activities for under-5s.

£2.10 per adult + child

V8 HotStox, National MiniStox, ORCi Stock Rods, 1800 Street Bangers British Championship and more.

Tickets £9–£50

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Hands-on workshop exploring the traditional craft of Dorset button making.

Suggested donation £3

A friendly, informal meetup for Spanish speakers and learners of all levels over a drink at The Cheshire Cheese.

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Open session for musicians — come to perform or listen. Every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Free

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

A great mix of local traders, handmade goods, unique gifts, and delicious treats. First and third Thursday of every month.

Free entry

Teams of up to 6, winning team gets the cash prize. Every Thursday.

£1 per person

Sing, connect, relax! Every Tuesday in term time. All women, babies and children welcome.

Free

Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing and good company.

£10 per person (includes tea, coffee & biscuits)

Over 100 quality stalls of antiques and vintage items.

Adults £2.50, Concessions £2, Accompanied children free

A much-loved annual celebration — over 30 private gardens open their gates across the weekend.

£5 per adult (inc. map and entry both days), accompanied children free

Different cuisine every month with special cocktails. Last Wednesday of every month.

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Free to play quiz nights every Wednesday. Prizes to be won!

Free to play

Stand-up from Tony Vino, Pete Selwood and Dominic Woodward. 18+.

Tickets £9 in advance, £12 on the door

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

A 90s-themed skate party with 90s fancy dress, prizes for best dressed and themed games. Free glow sticks for all!

£7 entry, £2 skate hire (no need to book)

Live music at one of Buxton's best live music venues.

Free entry

Adults-only (18+) BYOB evening sessions to relax, unwind and enjoy pottery painting solo or with friends.

Gather the gang and get competitive! A night filled with brain-teasing fun and friendly competition. Every 3rd Wednesday.

Annual model railway exhibition showcasing a wide range of layouts and exhibitors.

Various prices — check website

Relive the glory days of Britpop as the ultimate Oasis tribute act takes the stage for a night of anthems!

Tickets from £15

This session: rag rugging with Darn It Workshops – a Made in Buxton event.

Free, donations welcome

Drop-in group for knitting, stitching and crochet. Every Friday in July: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Jul.

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Every Saturday in July (except 11th on Carnival Day): 4, 18 & 25 Jul.

Free

A quick warm up followed by a 5k run around Buxton, finishing back at the Tap House. Every Sunday in July: 5, 12, 19 & 26 Jul.

Free

Learn the technique of rag rugging – all materials provided.

Suggested donation £3

Open sketching sessions throughout Buxton Fringe Festival. The cost of a drink allows you to borrow materials.

Beginner-friendly workshop – all materials provided.

£5.24 inc. booking fee

Playful activities for under-5s.

£2.10 per adult + child

One-day town-wide creative challenge for artists of all ages. Register then head out and draw!

£5 entry, £3 concessions, under-16s free

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Explore Pavilion Gardens and spot beautifully painted bee-pebbles created by pupils from Buxton Junior School.

Donations welcome

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Open session for musicians — come to perform or listen. Every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Free

A great mix of local traders, handmade goods, unique gifts, and delicious treats. First and third Thursday of every month.

Free entry

Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing and good company.

£10 per person (includes tea, coffee & biscuits)

Teams of up to 6, winning team gets the cash prize. Every Thursday.

£1 per person

Celebrating the ancient Derbyshire tradition of well dressing, culminating in Buxton Carnival Day and James Mellor's FunFair.

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Sing, connect, relax! Every Tuesday in term time. All women, babies and children welcome.

Free

One of the largest open access arts festivals in the UK featuring dance, drama, music, comedy and more.

Ticket prices vary

A summer celebration of opera, classical music, jazz and books across six venues in Buxton.

Ticket prices vary

Stalls, hot food, ice cream and bar, carnival parade at 2pm, free concert featuring local bands at 4pm, and Parade of Queens at Pavilion Gardens.

Free

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

Different cuisine every month with special cocktails. Last Wednesday of every month.

Three days of quality indie rock-pop music, food and drink, performing arts, comedy, workshops and good times.

Ticket prices vary

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Free to play quiz nights every Wednesday. Prizes to be won!

Free to play

A huge variety of exhibitors showcasing art, furniture, ceramics, silverware, glassware, jewellery, textiles and photography.

Adults-only (18+) BYOB evening sessions to relax, unwind and enjoy pottery painting solo or with friends.

High Peak Artists annual art extravaganza — showcasing artists & makers in the area, plus live demonstrations.

Free entry

One of the UK's standout cultural events, bringing the timeless works of W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan to life.

Ticket prices vary

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

Open session for musicians — come to perform or listen. Every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Free

A great mix of local traders, handmade goods, unique gifts, and delicious treats. First and third Thursday of every month.

Free entry

Teams of up to 6, winning team gets the cash prize. Every Thursday.

£1 per person

Antiquarian, paperbacks, first editions, rare finds and lots more!

Free entry

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Different cuisine every month with special cocktails. Last Wednesday of every month.

A carefully selected mix of makers, crafters, bakers and artists from across the area.

Free entry

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Adults-only (18+) BYOB evening sessions to relax, unwind and enjoy pottery painting solo or with friends.

Over 100 quality stalls of vintage and antique goods — home, garden, furniture and more.

Adults £2.50, Concessions £2, Accompanied children free

Step back in time and relive the magic of the 1960s with an unforgettable Beatles tribute show!

Tickets from £10

Over 55 exhibitors, 2 rooms of talks & workshops, therapists, holistic practitioners, psychic readings and independent retailers.

1 day adult £6, 2 day adult £11, children under 16 free

Three days of live music featuring the best local bands and Buxton Brewery's famous craft beers.

Long-running Buxton Toy Collectors Fair with 150 stalls featuring a wide range of new and old collectables for sale.

Adults £3.50, Seniors £3, Children £1, under 5s free

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Open session for musicians — come to perform or listen. Every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Free entry

Teams of up to 6, winning team gets the cash prize. Every Thursday.

£1 per person

A great mix of local traders, handmade goods, unique gifts, and delicious treats. First and third Thursday of every month.

Free entry

Over 100 quality stalls of vintage and antique goods — home, garden, furniture and more.

Adults £2.50, Concessions £2, Accompanied children free

Different cuisine every month with special cocktails. Last Wednesday of every month.

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Antiquarian, paperbacks, first editions, rare finds and lots more!

Free entry

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Over 100 quality stalls of vintage and antique goods — home, garden, furniture and more.

Adults £2.50, Concessions £2, Accompanied children free

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60

A carefully selected mix of makers, crafters, bakers and artists from across the area.

Free entry

Best known as the voice behind The Zutons, Dave McCabe heads back on tour with special guest James Jay Lewis.

Tickets from £22.50

Over 100 quality stalls of vintage and antique goods — home, garden, furniture and more.

Adults £2.50, Concessions £2, Accompanied children free

Pick, design and paint your own piece of pottery in their studio café. Price includes paints, tools, glazing and firing.

From £19 (plus £5 booking fee)

Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and local collectibles. Every first Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Some of the best producers and artisan makers from the local area. Every third Saturday of the month, Apr–Dec.

Soft play for under 5s plus Buxton Roasters coffee and homemade cake. Every Monday and Tuesday.

£7

Where live events meets bingo! Prizes for every round. First Wednesday of every month.

Create a personalised clay keepsake of hands, feet or paws, framed in your chosen colour with custom wording and painted finish.

£60