Annual Gala Uncorked
February 2023 (date TBA)
Proceeds benefit the Derby Community Foundation's Community Enrichment Grant Program.

5th Annual Spring Into Art
Sunday, April 23, 2023
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison Ave.
Spring Into Art includes art for sale, farmers market, food trucks and more. We are looking for art vendors/exhibitors who would like to participate. We have space for 25 booths on the Event Lawn. Event held rain or shine. If you have questions, contact Jenay Wallace at 788-1519 ext. 1267 or jenaywallace@derbyweb.com.

Citywide Garage Sale
May 12, 13 & 14, 2022
The Rotary Club of Derby is in its third year of organizing the Derby Citywide Garage Sale after Crime Stoppers of Derby held the sale for 28 years.

• Cost: $10
• Where to sign up: Derby Recreation Center, 801 E. Market and Derby Public Library, 1600 Walnut Grove - cash, check, and debit/credit cards accepted
• Sponsored by the Derby Rotary Club.

11th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest
June 10 & 11, 2022
High Park, 2801 E. James St. / Live music, food trucks and BBQ competition
Join us for the 11th Annual Smoke on the Plains Derby BBQ & Music Fest on June 10 & 11, 2022.
This free, fun and family-friendly event is Derby's largest gathering. Visit DerbyBBQ.com for all the event details.

Independence Day Parade
July 4 at 10 a.m.
Sponsored by the Derby VFW Post 7253.
Contact: Dale Webster, 316-789-8244, www.vfw7253.org

Fireworks in the Park
July 4 at 6 p.m. (Fireworks begin at approx. 9:30 p.m.)

• Bring a blanket and lawn chair and enjoy a fun evening in Derby at High Park with food trucks and fireworks.
• ADA parking will be available at the Darrell Zimmerman Family Shelter parking lot.
• No personal fireworks or alcohol allowed in the park.
• Visit the July 4 in Derby page for more information. 
• Questions? Call Public Works at 788-0301 or email info@derbyweb.com

National Night Out
2022 date TBA
Rock River Rapids, 1900 E. James St.
National Night Out is a time to get together with neighbors and friends and celebrate our community with a free evening swim and activities. The Derby Police Department and Derby Fire & Rescue will have trucks and vehicles for kids to explore, a bike rodeo and Safety Town. Target and Walmart will provide food.

Chamber Chili Cook-off
October 1, 2022, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison Ave.
Join the Derby Chamber of Commerce for its annual Chamber Chili Cook-off. Participation as a contestant is only open to Chamber members and there is no charge to compete. Chili tasting and voting is open to the public for $5 per person.

Holiday Events

3rd Annual Holiday Lights Contest
Dec. 2022
Plan early to create the best display and win a prize! The deadline to sign up is Nov. 24.
The City of Derby invites residents to decorate their yard, house or both. Judges will pick their favorite displays, and the public will vote for the People’s Choice prize on Facebook. Anyone who lives in the Derby city limits is eligible to participate. If you have questions, email info@derbyweb.com or call Janae’ Springer at 788-1519 ext. 1232.

17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
2022 date TBA
Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison Ave.
Enjoy the lighting of the tree, kettle corn, and food trucks (Snack Shack, Taters N Toppings and Funky Monkey Munchies). Santa will not be attending the event this year.
Questions, call Public Works at 788-0301 or email Shana.
Sponsored by the City of Derby. 

5th Annual Christmas Tree Gala Week
2022 dates TBA
Derby Historical Museum, 710 E. Market
Purchase raffle tickets to enter into a drawing for your favorite tree and pick up some sweet treats for you or a friend.
Proceeds go toward operation of the Derby Historical Museum.
Questions? Contact Susan Swaney (788-7851) or Merilyn Austin (737-3124). 

Mistletoe Market Craft Show 
2022 date TBA
Swaney Elementary School, 501 E. English St.
$1 donation benefits school programs.

Shops at the Park
2022 date TBA
The Venue at Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison Ave.
A one stop place for all your holiday shopping needs. Free admission. 

Holiday Extravaganza
2022 date TBA
Faith Lutheran Church, 214 S. Derby Ave.
Find holiday gifts for your friends and family. Free admission. 

Kansas Grown Farmers Market Winter Market
2022 date TBA
The Pavilion at Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison Ave.
Enjoy a variety of vendors with Kansas-made products.
Learn more about Kansas Grown at Kansas Grown Farmers Market.

Winterfest Arts & Crafts Bazaar
2022 date TBA
Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 431 S. Woodlawn Blvd.
Free admission. 

Christmas Parade: Merry Grinchmas!
Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. | View map
Celebrate the holidays at the annual Christmas Parade!
The route begins at Panther Stadium, proceeds west on Madison  to Georgie, south on Georgie to Market, and east on Market back to Panther Stadium.
Sponsored by the Derby Chamber of Commerce. 

Christmas in the Park
Dec. 11, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | View map
This 2nd Annual Christmas in the Park event includes breakfast, pictures with Santa, holiday-themed inflatables, carolers, Christmas crafts and stories, toy train displays, candy cane hunt, barrel train rides, Christmas cookie decorating, interactive animal displays by Tanganyika Wildlife Park, and an evening with Clydesdale-drawn carriage rides.
Sponsored by the Derby Public Library, Derby Recreation Commission and Julie Olmsted Insurance Agency.