Festival Fever

Belper is bursting at the seams with events, from arts and theatre to live music and discovery days.

As one of the most vibrant Market Towns in the UK, there’s always something going on in Belper. With a calendar full of events, live music, markets and theatre you’ll never be stuck for something to do.

The annual festivals and events regularly attract large audiences to the town, while keeping a great sense of community at the forefront. If it’s art, music and a fabulous two days out for the family then look no further than the Belper Arts Trail. Our very own eco festival Belper Goes Green will return after an absence in June. Belper Fringe has a multitude of different events organised throughout the year. In summer Pride in Belper returns with an even bigger and more colourful parade and then in September the largest event of all, the Belper Food Festival will take place.

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Belper Arts Trail

May 5th and 6th 2024

The Belper Arts Trail returns for its 11th year with artists and live music throughout the town

Belper Goes Green

June 7th - 9th 2024

Transition Belper are thrilled to announce that their community event will be returning in 2024

Belper Music Festival

13th July 2024

'Nailed It' Music Festival returns this summer. Follow their Facebook page for more updates

Belper Soul Festival

May 26th 2024

Belper Soul Festival 2024 will be held at the luxurious 4 star Makeney Hall Hotel

Pride in Belper

3rd & 4th August 2024

Celebrating the rich and wonderful intersections and diversity of people in Belper

Belper Food Festival

8th September 2024

Lots of food and drink stalls and plenty of independent shops to enjoy in the town

Belper Fringe

Events throughout the year

A vibrant and diverse festival with events throughout the entire year

Winter Food Festival

24th November 2024

The town will be filled with stalls selling food and gifts, ahead of the Christmas period