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Live Entertainment
Matlock Illuminations
Live Entertainment in Matlock Bath Illuminations in the White Peak. Runs Sat 12 Sep – Sun 25 Oct 2026.
Dates
12 Sep – 25 Oct 2026
Time
6pm – 9pm
Type
Live Entertainment
Location
Matlock Bath Illuminations
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.
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Matlock Bath Illuminations sits in the White Peak. Matlock & Matlock Bath: The Peak District’s “Little Switzerland” Discovery Guide As the Gateway to the Peak District National Park, the neighbouring towns of Matlock and Matlock Bath should feature… Read our full guide to Matlock Bath: Your Guide to Derbyshire’s Victorian Spa Town →
Getting there
Matlock Bath Illuminations sits in the White Peak. There are 3 car parks within walking distance. Buses stop nearby.
Car parks 3
Station Yard car park, Matlock Bath
241 spaces
176 yd
Pavilion car park, Matlock Bath
44 spaces
0.2 mi
Temple Walk car park, Matlock Bath
195 spaces
0.3 mi
Buses 4 stops
Railway Station↓ 6.1 X17 110 111 140 TP HUB 6.1
X17
110
176 yd
Railway Station6.1 X17 110 111 140 TP HUB → 6.1
X17
110
176 yd
Cable Car6.1 X17 110 111 140 TP ↖ 6.1
X17
110
0.2 mi
White Lion↓ 158 158
0.3 mi
Make a day of it
Within 15 miles of Matlock Bath Illuminations there are 6 attractions including The Heights of Abraham and Peak District Lead Mining Museum . Plus 6 places to stay, 1 walks.
Attractions nearby 6
The Heights of Abraham
Take to the skies and head underground at the Heights of Abraham! Heights of Abraham is famous for…
0.2 mi
Peak District Lead Mining Museum
Peak District Lead Mining Museum Galena, lead ore, has been mined in the Peak District National Park for…
0.3 mi
Gulliver’s Kingdom, Matlock Bath
Gulliver’s Kingdom, Matlock Bath Gulliver’s Kingdom is a large, family-friendly theme park within walking distance of Matlock Bath…
0.4 mi
Crich Tramway Village
Located just a short drive outside the lovely town of Matlock, Crich Tramway Village is a fabulous place…
3.7 mi
Matlock Farm Park
Matlock Farm Park A Fantastic Family Day Out in the Heart of Derbyshire Set amidst the beautiful Derbyshire…
3.8 mi
Peak Rail
Peak Rail Heritage Steam and Diesel Railway Peak Rail Peak Rail is a heritage steam and diesel line…
4.2 mi
Places to stay 6
Rewilded Retreats
Reconnect Through Nature Stop all the clocks. Time to press pause. Rewilded Retreats invites you to escape the noise, the…
1.2 mi
Lizzie Mullaney Signature Stays
Unrivalled Luxury with Lizzie Mullaney Signature Stays Lizzie Mullaney Signature Stays offers high-end holiday accommodation in picturesque Derbyshire, on the…
1.2 mi
Yew Tree Farm
Farmhouse with Annex & Stables! At Yew Tree Farm you’ll find two beautiful holiday properties: Yew Tree Farmhouse, sleeping up…
1.9 mi
Stainsborough Hall
Luxury Accommodation Stainsborough Hall and Stainsborough Cottages near the historic town of Wirksworth provide luxury accommodation for all group sizes.…
3.7 mi
Stainsborough Cottages
Luxury Accommodation Stainsborough Hall and Stainsborough Cottages near the historic town of Wirksworth provide luxury accommodation for all group sizes.…
3.7 mi
Hopton Hall Holiday Cottages
Hopton Hall Holiday Cottages, situated in the Derbyshire hills close to Carsington Water, is a truly special place. Here you’ll…
4.1 mi
Looking for more? Browse the Peak District events calendar, Walks, trails and cycling, or read More about Matlock Bath: Your Guide to Derbyshire’s Victorian Spa Town.