Looking for somewhere to go or something to do?
Take a walk for health in the Peak? Shop for local produce at a market near you? Work out in a gym or take a swim or join in a sporting activity?
There are also lots of healthy and fun activities for younger people (under 18), with free street sports and many local clubs you can join.
The Mayor's diary lists civic events. There are regular Business events and networking opportunities during the week. Also view the Visit Peak District (**external website) website, the Pavilion Gardens (**external website) website – or drop into our Tourism Information Centre for brochures, information leaflets and advice. There are lots happening around High Peak – scroll down the list below.
| Date & Time | Event details | Location and contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 26 December 11am–1pm |
Boxing Day Christmas Concert | Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton |
| Weekend of 27-28 December 9am–5pm |
Antique and Collectors Fair | Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton |
| Sunday 28 December 10am–4pm |
Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers |
Paxton Suite at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton – more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258 |
| Tuesday 30 December 7:30pm–11pm – on the last Tuesday of every month |
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment. More details here Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed. Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue. |
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead. |
| Friday-Saturday, January 30-31, 2009; Thursday-Saturday, February 5-7, 2009 (7.15pm each night; 2.15pm Saturday matinee) | 
Pantomime: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs – by Friends of the Art Theatre |
at the Art Theatre at Jodrell Street, New Mills, High Peak, SK22 3HJ www.arttheatre.co.uk (**external website).
Phone 01663 743461 for more details. |
| Saturday 31 January 2009 10.30am-12.30pm |
Nappuccino Information about modern washable nappies; samples and advice. |
Buxton Library Kents Bank Road, Buxton SK17 9HW |
| Saturday 28 February 10.30am-12.30pm |
Nappuccino Information about modern washable nappies; samples and advice. |
Buxton Library Kents Bank Road, Buxton SK17 9HW |
More festivals and carnivals in the Peak District (External website**)
All the various establishments around the High Peak, including the theatres, leisure centres and activity societies, have their own programme of seasonal and holiday events. Please pick up their leaflets from your local tourist information centres across the High Peak, or visit their websites linked from further down this page, or look in our News pages for press releases and announcements about seasonal activities or gatherings in your own areas.
Market stall hours are usually from 6.30am to 5pm, but may vary with the weather. Markets are held in some High Peak towns, every week, such as:
For events around the High Peak, visit individual websites of the following organisations. Please click the "Back" button at the top of your browser window to return to our website.
Throughout festive season: Leisure centres have Special Offers and Holiday Programmes, with different opening times.
**Please note: High Peak Borough Council is not responsible for the content of any external websites.