The Darley Park Weekender

The Darley Park Weekender takes place Friday 21st August 2026.

The Darley Park Weekender is held at Darley Park in Derby.

No, there is no re-admission once you leave The Darley Park Weekender.

Only assistance and guide dogs are allowed at The Darley Park Weekender.

Last entry for The Darley Park Weekender will be 9pm.

Please arrive early to ensure enough time to go through the search points at The Darley Park Weekender. Please read further down to see what can and cannot be brought into the events. Security will search you and your bag upon entry, including the use of search wands. You could also be searched once you are in the event.

Security personnel will be present both inside and outside the event for your safety. CCTV cameras will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. The Darley Park Weekender collaborate closely with police and emergency services for a secure event. There will be police patrols around the event and local area. If you see something that doesn’t look right, let a member of security or the police know straight away.

Food and drink (including alcohol) will be available to buy at The Darley Park Weekender - card and cash payments are accepted.

Within the permitted bag size (45cm x 25cm x 20cm), for personal consumption, you can bring:

• Food
• Sealed soft drink and water non-glass bottles/cartons (up to 500ml)
• Empty plastic/metal bottles/flasks (up to 1L) for refilling at free cold and hot water stations
• No alcohol can be brought into the events

Challenge 25 is in effect. Be prepared to show a valid photo ID (passport, driving license, or PASS ID) at the entrances and inside the event when purchasing or drinking alcohol.

No glass items permitted, including glass bottles and drinking glasses.

If you need to bring unsealed baby milk/formula please contact ahead of the event or for late/on the day bookers, on arrival at the event.

You can bring the following things to The Darley Park Weekender:

• Only assistance and guide dogs are allowed
• One small bag per person (maximum size: 45cm x 25cm x 20cm)
• One camping chair or blanket per person for seating
• Prams or pushchairs for small children & babies are allowed, as are wheelchairs and specialised pushchairs or mobility aids for older children and individuals with additional needs (see Accessibility for further information)

You cannot bring the following things to The Darley Park Weekender:

• Glass or ceramic items (including bottles, glasses, cups, jars, etc)
• Knives or cutlery (except wooden and plastic)
• Trolleys, hampers or cool boxes (cool bags are allowed within the specified bag size limits: 45cm x 25cm x 20cm). A trolley park area is located outside the event entrance (trolleys left at your own risk).
• Barbecues (including disposable barbeques and camping stoves)
• Medication, unless recognisable or accompanied by a doctor’s note or prescription.
• Flags, flag poles, large umbrellas (1 metre or more), selfie stick
• Shelters (tents, gazebos), kites and tables
• Bikes cannot be brought into the event area – a bike parking area is located outside the event entrance (bikes left at your own risk).
• Flammable items (flaming torches, fireworks, candles, lanterns, etc).
• Generators, spray cans, aerosols, smoke or gas devices/canisters/cylinders.
• Sound systems, megaphones or air-horns.
• Weapons, dangerous items or lasers.
• Unidentifiable substances or illegal drugs.
• Aerial vehicles/devices (drones).
• Zoom lenses or professional filming equipment.
• Unauthorised merchandise, including any goods using unauthorised event logos or unofficial tabards, unauthorised reflective jackets.
• Any items left at entrances or confiscated will be disposed of and cannot be returned upon exiting the site.

All standard booking terms and conditions apply, including:

• Tickets are non-refundable.
• The event will not be cancelled unless there's a health and safety risk.
• Additional, terms and conditions for this event:
• No re-admission once you leave the event.
• For safety reasons, and to ensure the comfort of those attending the event, the management reserves the right to reduce the overall footprint of your chosen seating area.
• Darley Park is open to the public except for the event area.
• At the event
• WARNING: Smoke machines, strobe lights, pyrotechnics, and other effects may be in use at this event.
• View a map of The Darley Park Weekender site
• Toilets are located near the entrance and by the stage.
• Unfortunately, no cloakroom or storage are available.

The on-site box office at The Darley Park Weekender, located near the entrance, allows collection of pre-purchased tickets and purchases on the day (subject to availability).

Please visit The Darley Park Weekender Access page for information on the Accessible entrance and area, viewing platforms and more.

We encourage eco-friendly and active travel options like walking, cycling or using public transport where possible.

The main event entrance is by the river footpath, with signs in the park to guide you.

If you are coming by taxi there is a drop off/pick up point at Parker’s Piece Car Park (101 City Rd, Little Chester, Derby DE1 3RP). This is a 13 minute, 0.6mile walk to the event entrance and therefore may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

A bike parking area is located outside the event entrance (bikes left at your own risk).

Limited pre-booked car parking is available at Deans Field for £10 per car (accessible via Darley Street).

Off-site parking options are also available at Chapel Street, Darwin Place and other city centre car parks

Blue Badge holders can park at the Darley Street car park, Poplar Row, Darley Abbey, Derby DE22 1DU (pre-bookable when purchasing tickets for the Accessible Viewing Area or Wheelchair Viewing Platform). Visit The Darley Park Weekender Access page for information on the accessible entrance.