Rum & Reggae 2026 | Elvaston Castle, Derby

🌴 RUM & REGGAE 2026 | The Biggest Caribbean celebration is coming to Derby! 🌴

The sunshine vibes are coming to Derby as Rum & Reggae Fest lands at the breathtaking Elvaston Castle on Saturday 23rd May, 1pm-11pm, for a family day of tropical music, mouthwatering food, and pure island energy!

Get ready to soak up the sunshine and dance beneath the open sky as we turn these beautiful castle grounds into a Caribbean-style celebration of rhythm, rum, and good times. ☀️💃

Our massive lineup features some of the biggest names in UK reggae and roots.

Catch the legendary David Rodigan with his signature reggae selections, alongside iconic The Skints, bringing their soulful, ska-infused sound to the stage.

Feel the fire from General Levy, delivering his unstoppable "Incredible" energy, and dive deep into the dub with the one and only Mad Professor, a true pioneer of UK reggae.

Expect big basslines and carnival spirit from Reggae Roast, and experience the timeless soul of Bob Marley brought to life by XODUS.

Keeping the vibes alive, DJ Rudes will be spinning feel-good reggae rhythms throughout the day and the one and only Solo Banton will host, keeping the crowd moving and the energy sky-high! 🔥🎶

But it's not just about the music... We're creating a full-blown Caribbean festival experience.

Sip on tropical rum cocktails, sample authentic Jamaican street food, and wander through a vibrant world of carnival dancers, fire performers, stilt walkers, craft stalls, and fairground rides.

With colour, culture, and island vibes around every corner, this is your chance to escape to the roots, right here in Derby. 🌺🌴

Gather your crew, grab your tickets, and get ready for a day of sunshine, sound, and celebration at Elvaston Castle. 💛

📍 Elvaston Castle, Derby
🗓️ Saturday 23rd May 2026
🕐 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM

⚠️ LAST ENTRY: 5PM

⚠️ LATE ENTRY LAST ENTRY: 8PM

🎟️ Tickets are on sale NOW! Don't miss your chance to be part of Derby's biggest summer party, the countdown to rum, reggae, and pure sunshine vibes starts now! ☀️

Accessibility Information:

In order to provide the best experience possible, we ask that everyone requiring the use of the accessibility facilities provided at the venue offered to get in touch with our ticketing partner custcare@skiddle.com

Please be aware you must purchase a ticket before applying for any of the accessibility facilities.

If you require an essential companion, please do not purchase a ticket for them before contacting customer support as this will not be able to be refunded after applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who requires a ticket?

Any attendee over the age of 4 requires a ticket. All under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 21 or over.

Can we bring our own food and drink?

Food vendors and bars will be at the festival serving a delicious array of Caribbean food and refreshing drinks, therefore no external food or drink is permitted.

Can we bring camping chairs or picnic blankets?

Foldable camping chairs and picnic blankets are permitted

Refund Policy

Refunds are only available if the event is cancelled or postponed. Refunds are not provided for inability to attend, mistaken purchase, or other reason. For refund protection, please purchase this at checkout. Refund protection is provided by a third party and managed by Skiddle.