The extra special Pumpkins & Cocktails event this Halloween lets you enjoy a session of pumpkin picking in the dark. Wander through the farm's moonlit pumpkin patch with a cocktail in one hand and a torch in the other, picking your perfect pumpkin. The event runs for one night only on Friday October 17.placeholder image
The extra special Pumpkins & Cocktails event this Halloween lets you enjoy a session of pumpkin picking in the dark. Wander through the farm's moonlit pumpkin patch with a cocktail in one hand and a torch in the other, picking your perfect pumpkin. The event runs for one night only on Friday October 17. | Unsplash

Embrace autumn in Derby: 5 reasons to be cheerful include stunning Peak District walk

Discover the charm of Derbyshire this autumn with our guide to the best seasonal activities, including stunning Peak District walks.

As the season changes we no doubt look forward to more autumnal things to do.

With Diwali, Halloween and Bonfire Night peeking around the corner, we decided to have a look at things you can only do in Derby.

There is plenty going on in Derby, you just need to know where to look for an ace time.

Did you know a dairy farm is hosting an epic Pumpkins & Cocktails event, where you can pick your own pumpkin under a starry Derby sky?

How about enjoying a live music session such as the incredible Sophie Sax at one of Derby’s newest event spaces (hint hint, it’s not Vaillant Live)?

We welcome you to get out your diaries and mark things to do in Derby with our round-up below.

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