Wed 1st - Fri 24th December 10.30am-3pm

Naughty Elf Christmas Trails
Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST
Staunton Harold Water, DE73 8DN
Foremark Water, DE65 6EG
Tittesworth Water, ST13 8SW
Some very naughty elves have left the North Pole and taken some of the children’s gifts
with them. Help Santa get the gifts back! Trail packs are available to purchase from
the Visitor Centre reception for £4 per trail. Once you’ve completed the trail you can
collect your prize. (sweets and non sweet alternatives available).
www.stwater.co.uk/wonderful-on-tap/our-visitor-sites/events/
https://www.facebook.com/events/277770907607401/​

Until THUrsday 16TH DECEMBER

Music Time 
Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington. 
Music & movement classes, suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children.
1-16 Dec - Winter / Christmas Theme. Snow, jingle bells and even a little donkey! 
​Text Tracey to book: 07866 689971 ​
​www.facebook.com/musictime2000

See posts below for info on Tracey's Music Time Christmas Parties starting on 4th Dec!

​THURSDAYS IN DECEMBER 10.15-11.15AM

STEAM BABIES
Museum of Making
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3
years and their adults can explore a range
of themes through the lens of their fabulous
collections. There are opportunities to look
at materials in different ways and get creative
with how to play. Free - give what you think.
Places are limited so booking is essential. 
• Thursday 2nd December
• Thursday 9th December
• Thursday 16th December
www.derbymuseums.org

​SELECTED DATES until 24TH DEC

North Pole Adventure 
National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ
Experience the wonder of Christmas on your adventure to the North Pole. Help the elves get ready for Christmas and meet the talking polar bear. Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas before meeting Father Christmas.
​www.adventurefarm.co.uk

Until FRI 31ST DEC

Festive Woodland Walk
Garden King, Swadlincote, DE11 0TX 
A magical woodland walk, an outdoor lit woodland trail with magical displays and decorations, photo opportunities, quizzes and more. (note: The Grotto experience is a separate event). Adults £1, Child £2. 
www.gardenking.digitickets.co.uk/tickets

Until 9TH JAN 4.30-10PM

Wollaton Hall Illumination Trail
Woolaton Hall and Deer Park, NG8 2AE
Visitors of all ages will be captivated by this visually stunning multi sensory experience of light, fire and sound. A brand new trail for 2021 will bring new smiles of delight as the park is transformed into a magical wonderland. 
​www.christmasatwollaton.org
www.facebook.com/events/330086145261779/

Until THU 23RD DEC


Statfold Barn Santa Express
Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth, B79 0BU
Children will collect their golden tickets as the whole family join the jolly elves and climb aboard the Santa Express and be transported to the North Pole in the beautifully lit steam train where an abundance of fun and excitement awaits.
www.statfoldbarnrailway.co.uk
www.facebook.com/statfoldbarnrailway

​until SUN 2ND JANUARY


Christmas Adventure Quest
Bolsover Castle
Explore Bolsover Castle with a festive family-friendly adventure. Follow the trail, find the clues and discover the hall’s amazing stories and secrets. www.english-heritage.org.uk

Until 24TH DECEMBER 10AM-8PM


Winter Wonderland 
CONKERS, Swadlincote, DE12 6GA
Wrap up warm and get ready for a silly Elf adventure as you arrive at Waterside Winter Wonderland, where Santa’s Chief Elf and his team will send you through the Enchanted Forest and the Valley of Christmas Lights to discover Santa’s Woodland Grotto.  
www.visitconkers.com​ www.visitconkers.com​

4TH-5TH, 11-12TH, 18TH-19TH & 23RD-24TH DECEMBER

Santa’s Snowlympics
Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon
Celebrate the joys of winter; you’ll discover the TREEmendous trail and an exciting snow contest. The Great Penguin Sleigh Race is the race to end all races, and Santa & friends will also be there.
www.bluebelldairy.co.uk

Fri 3rd - Thu 30th December

The Hungry Troll’s Christmas Dinner
Market Place
When a strange new dinner lady turns up to school the kids are going to get served up more than a plateful of trouble. Little Billy is overjoyed with the idea of mouth-watering meals until he discovers what’s really on the menu for their school Christmas dinner. 
This heartwarming story is told with the usual Babbling Vagabond magic. Puppets, storytelling, shadows and song, all thrown into the mixing bowl to make the perfect cosy Christmas. Suitable for all. Tickets £14, with concessions available. Running Time: 1hr 15m (no interval).

www.derbylive.co.uk/whats-on/the-hungry-trolls-christmas-dinner/

See the Lots for Tots Review Here

4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December

The Train Through Christmas Countryside
Ecclesborne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Wirksworth
This sell-out magical immersive festive show has been updated and is back for 2021. See Santa on board a steam train this Christmas!
• Steam train ride from Wirksworth to ‘Santa’s Station’ & back, with a heritage diesel locomotive on the other end.
• Private compartment for your family seating up to 6 passengers
• Sing along with the Porters as they dance, sing & entertain throughout the journey telling the story of Santa’s railway.
•Hot Chocolate and Cookies for every passenger on board.
• Santa will visit every compartment & there will be presents for the children.
Show runtime including train ride approx 1 hour 45 min.
Book online at www.e-v-r.com or call 01629 823076

​Sat 4th - Sun 5th December 11am-3pm

Family Festivities at Markeaton Park
Markeaton Park, DE22 4AA
An event for all the family with live music, walkabout acts and festive food. Browse the Markeaton Park Craft Units, alongside the indoor craft indoor market in the community centre. You can enjoy festive food, play a game of festive mini golf in the Mundy Play Centre (charges apply) and post your downloadable letter to Father Christmas at the Markeaton North Pole post box. The free Elf Trail competition will take you exploring around Markeaton Park! 
www.derbylive.co.uk/whats-on/family-festivities-at-markeaton-park/

​Sat 4th, 11th & 18th December 2.30-4pm & Sun 5th, 12th & 19th 9.45-11.15am & 15.30-5pm

Twistin Tots Christmas Parties
Belper Community Hall, Bridge St, DE56 1BA
An hour of festive music and activities, reindeer dust to take home, chocolate treat, present for all children attending. £6 per
person whether child or adult. Festive photo booth with free digital photo to be emailed.
www.twistintots.co.uk or facebook: @twistintots

Sun 5th, 12th & 19th December 12.30-2.30pm

Twistin Tinies Christmas Parties
Belper Community Hall, Bridge St, DE56 1BA
These Twistin Tinies Parties will be held on every Sunday in December (5, 12 and 19 Dec), 12.30-2.30pm at Belper Community Hall. Places are limited so don't leave it too long to book!
All family members welcome - so why not bring granny and grandad as well?
Open to everyone - you don't have to be attending a Twistin Tinies class.
An action packed Christmas Musical Adventure with festive songs and festive props, a baby keepsake, hot drinks and mince pies for Adults, plus social time and time for photos.
Parties include:
Present for baby
Festive dress-up items to make magical memories
A baby's 1st Christmas keepsake
Festive fancy dress competition for babies
Reindeer dust to sprinkle on Christmas Eve
Photos with a life-sized Santa / Christmas display (will be emailed to you)
Hot drinks and mince pies for Adults
Social time to chat and mix with other families
Tickets £7 each Adult (or accompanying sibling) £8 all babies under 18 months - all attendees must be paid for; families welcome.
Book on Happity at https://www.happity.co.uk/twistin-tots-twistin-tinies
www.twistintots.co.uk or facebook: @twistintots

​Tue 7th - Sat 18th December 5-8pm

Illuminated Arboretum
National Memorial Arboretum
An evening to remember as the Arboretum is lit up after hours and begin the festive season with a kaleidoscope of colour.
With something to captivate visitors of all ages, Illuminated Arboretum will take place across the 150-acre woodland site. Follow Illuminated Arboretum through the gardens and enjoy the majesty of the Arboretum at night.
​www.thenma.org.uk

​Fri 10th December - Sat 8th January

Pantomime: Sleeping Beauty
Derby Arena, Pride Park, DE24 8JB
The royal family and doting Dame are preparing for the christening of the baby Princess. Wicked fairy Carabosse, the thorn in the family’s side, isn’t included in the guest list. When she finds out, she is furious and sets out to ruin their happiness.
As the Princess falls into a 100-year sleep and overgrown trees surround the castle, it is up to the dashing Prince to hack his way through and rescue his sweetheart. With daring duels, doting dragons, lavish sets and costumes and bucket loads of laughs, the team behind Jack and the Beanstalk and Peter Pan are back to lift the spell over Derby with this magical new pantomime.
​Tkts £11.50-£29.50.
Tel: 01332 255800 www.derbylive.co.uk

​Saturday 11th December 10-11.30am

STEAM TOTS
Museum of Making
This loose parts play session offers a sensory
and playful exploration of objects and
materials, stimulating children’s curiosity,
imagination, and experimentation.
Sessions run fortnightly. This is a drop in
session, suitable for children 2-5 years old
with their carers.
www.derbymuseums.org

Sunday 12th December, 2pm - 4pm 
Sunday 19th December, 2pm – 4pm

The Fellowship Room, St Matthews a church, Darley Abbey, Derby
Sunday 12th December, 2pm - 4pm - Snowman Cookies
Sunday 19th December, 2pm – 4pm - Reindeer Cupcakes
What’s Included:
All the ingredients, decorations, aprons, bowls, spoons etc.
Including complimentary refreshments while your bakes are in the oven and craft for the kids.
£16 per child

www.threebearscookeryclub.com
Tel: 07973 193362
Email: ruth@threebearscookeryclub.com

Wednesday 15 - Friday 31 December 2021

The Snow Dragon
Derby Theatre Studio, 
The night of the Snow Dragon approaches…

Age Guidance: 3+
Running Time: 55 minutes
Billy has everything a young goat could need – and more besides. On New Year’s Eve, Billy is looking forward to the annual visit of the legendary Snow Dragon, who will bring him even more goodies...
But when Billy bumps into some hungry wolves in the forest, New Year’s Day seems a long way off. How will Billy escape? And has he been naughty or nice?
Toe-tapping songs and lots of laughs for everyone aged 3 and up, from the company that brought you ‘The Gruffalo’ and ‘The Snail and the Whale’.


www.derbytheatre.co.uk/snow-dragon-christmas-2021

FRIday 17th December 10-11.30Am

Tots Make and Do
Museum & Art Gallery 
Tots Make and Do is a drop in monthly session where 2 - 5 yr olds & their carer are welcomed for crafts, games & stories. FREE - Give what you think.
www.derbymuseums.org

Fri 17th - Thu 23rd December

Music Time: Christmas Special Parties
Fri 17th Melbourne Assembly Rooms
Fri 17th Willington Village Hall (1.30pm only)
Mon 20th Hilton Scout Hut
Mon 20th Chellaston Scout Hut (1.30pm only)
Tue 21st Stenson Fields Community Centre
Wed 22nd Allestree St Nicholas Church Hall
Thu 23rd Mickleover Vicarage Pavillion
Magical Christmas fun, dancing and singing for babies, toddlers and pre-school children.
Christmas outfits at the ready! Present, nibbles, prizes and chocolate treat included.
Numbers are limited so pre-booking is required. 3 morning parties each day -
9:15am, 10:15am & 11:15am. Pre-booked tickets only; £12 (admits 1 child & 1 adult)
additional siblings or adults £7 each. For more details and to book contact:
Tracey: 07866 689971 ​
​www.facebook.com/musictime2000

sat 18th dec & Sunday 19th December

Frenzy Drama - Too Many Mince Pies 
 
Santa has fallen asleep after eating far too many mince pies. It's Christmas Eve and the elves just can't wake him. 
 
Would you like to come on a drama and imaginative play adventure and help the elves? 
 
The following classes are available: 
 
Saturday 18th December @ Chester Green Community Centre 
9:30am-10:15am
www.facebook.com/events/575015603591835/
 
Sunday 19th December @ Mickleover Methodist Church 
1:30pm-2:15pm 
https://www.facebook.com/events/3041698189379448/​
​
www.frenzydrama.co.uk/derby

sat 18th - mon 20th Dec

Sat 18 Dec 11:00am & 3:30pm 
Sun 19 Dec  11:00am & 3:30pm 
Mon 20 Dec 10:30am & 1:30pm
Tickets:  £10 Child / £12.50 Adult
This Christmas, join Déda in a magical adventure of building, music and dancing with The Buildy-uppy Dance show and their exclusive craft workshop!

Award winning Anatomical create an enchanting, ever-changing landscape constructed and inhabited by the audience. 

Let your imagination run riot with Lars and Ingvild as hundreds of boxes are built, stacked, squashed and rebuilt again to create enticing caves, wonky castles and fabulous creatures. 
​
An interactive theatrical adventure for all the family, The Buildy-uppy Dance Show is a participatory theatre and dance experience for children aged 4+ and their adults. 

​
Christmas Craft Sessions on Saturday 18th December @ 12.30 – 1:30pm and 2:00 – 3:00pm
Local artist Theresa Hempsall gets kids crafting in this fun and festive session. Inspired by Building Uppy, create your very own festive scene in a box using collage and recycled materials.
All materials supplied, limited availability - advanced booking essential. 

Tickets: £14 for show & craft session
https://deda.ticketsolve.com/shows/873629190 

monday 20th december 10am - 12.30pm

​Rolleston Scout Hut.
Join Three Bears Cookery Club @healthyintuitionuk @craftyyoucraftyme @creationstationashbyhilton for a Make, Bake & Explore Event

Delve into the sensory experience of Christmas!
Smell the Christmas spices
Hear the festive music
Touch and explore the Christmas food exploration zone
See your little ones having fun making your Chestnut, bacon and cranberry stuffing balls all ready for Christmas day
Decorate & taste your freshly baked gingerbread!
Why not help your children choose which magical food ingredients should go in their reindeer food parcels to attract Rudolph on Christmas Eve too!
Make, Bake & Explore your way to a relaxing Christmas!

There will be fun activities for children from £1.50 and entry fee is £2 per person.
Book your place here: https://healthyintuition.co.uk/little-food-explorers-events/

Thursday 23rd December, 10.30am – 11.30am

Online Christmas Workshop
Join The Three Bears Cookery Club for an Online Christmas Workshop, where you will be making Melting Snowman Cookies.
Dry ingredients and activity box will be posted out to you prior to the workshop.

£12 per child, siblings £5

www.threebearscookeryclub.com
Tel: 07973 193362
Email: ruth@threebearscookeryclub.com