Derby Family Hubs Launch Events
Dates: Various dates from 24th July to 1st September 2025
Locations: Multiple locations across Derby, including Mackworth and Morley, Sinfin, Rosehill, Derwent, Osmaston and Allenton, and Becket
Description: To celebrate the launch of Derby's Family Hubs, a series of free events will be held across the city. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, dance, face painting, animal handling, and theatre sessions. Parents and carers can also access support services and speak with health professionals on various topics. derby.gov.uk

Derby Parks Play Sessions
Dates: Every Saturday in March 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Locations: Various parks across Derby
Description: Free play sessions organized by Derby City Council, offering structured and unstructured play opportunities for children aged 4 to 11. Activities include sports, games, and creative workshops.

Derby Holiday Activities and Food Programme
Dates: Easter Holidays 2025
Locations: Various venues across Derby
Description: A range of free activities for children eligible for benefit-related free school meals, including sports, arts, and educational workshops. Each session provides a healthy meal. 

Derby Parks Play Sessions
Dates: Every Saturday in March and April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Locations: Various parks across Derby
Description: Free play sessions organized by Derby City Council, offering structured and unstructured play opportunities for children aged 4 to 11. Activities include sports, games, and creative workshops. ​

Storytime at Mickleover Library
Dates: Every Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Location: Mickleover Library, Holly End Road, Mickleover, DE3 0EA
Description: Interactive storytelling sessions for children aged 4 to 7, featuring new stories followed by related craft activities.​

Family Workshops at Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Dates: Saturday 29th March 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby, DE1 1BS
Description: Hands-on workshops where children can explore art and history through creative activities, with each week offering a different theme inspired by the museum's collections.​

Jurassic Earth
Date: 13th April 2025
Location: Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park, Derby
Description: A thrilling, fun-filled 75-minute family show featuring life-like dinosaurs, including the opportunity to watch a dinosaur egg hatch and meet baby dinosaurs. ​primarytimes.co.uk

St George's Day Celebrations
Date: 26th April 2025
Location: Derby City Centre
Description: Derby’s annual St George’s Day celebrations highlight English heritage and culture, featuring dragons, medieval knights, and St George in a free family event. ​

Derby's Free Children's Holiday Programme (Easter 2025)
Dates: Easter Holidays 2025
Locations: Various venues across Derby
Description: A series of free holiday clubs offering enriching activities such as animal handling, climbing, music, performing arts, and various sports including football, cricket, judo, dodgeball, archery, and wheelchair basketball.​

Children's Treasure Hunt
Date: Sunday, 30 March 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Bakewell ABC
Description: A free treasure hunt event designed for children, offering an exciting adventure to discover hidden treasures and enjoy a day of fun-filled activities.​

Family Workshops at Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Dates: Saturdays: 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th March 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby, DE1 1BS
Description: Hands-on workshops where children can explore art and history through creative activities. Each week offers a different theme inspired by the museum's collections.
More info: Derby Museums​

Baby Wearing Exercise Class (FREE)
Date: Saturday, 26 April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: St John the Evangelist Church, Derby
Description: A free exercise class for parents and carers, allowing them to engage in physical activity while wearing their babies. A great opportunity to meet other parents and participate in a healthy, social activity.
More info: Eventbrite​

For more information on these events and additional activities, families can visit the Derby City Council Events Page and the InDerby Website. These platforms provide up-to-date information on local events and projects tailored for children and families in the Derby area.