Free two-day festival of ghost stories, legends and interactive encounters exploring Derby's reputation as the most haunted city in the UK.
The Haunted Derby Festival takes over Derby Market Hall on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, running from 10am to 5pm both days. It's a two-day celebration of Derby's reputation as the most haunted city in the UK, and it's run in partnership with Derby Uncovered.
The whole weekend leans into that claim, pulling together the city's local legends, unexplained happenings and the history behind some of its most intriguing stories. Instead of just reading about them, you'll hear them told by storytellers and come across interactive encounters that bring the ghostly tales, mysterious legends and the city's most curious characters to life. It's pitched as a hauntingly fun way to explore Derby's spooky side, and it's suitable for visitors of all ages, so it works as a family outing as much as a trip for anyone with a taste for the macabre.
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Because it's spread across two days, you can drop in whenever suits you best. The Market Hall is on Tennant Street, DE1 2DB, right in the city centre, and it's free to attend, so there's no need to book ahead. If you're after something to do over the Halloween weekend, this is a good one to keep in mind.
