Derbyshire, East Midlands
Christmas Party Entertainment in Derby
Nutcrackers, festive statues and glowing acts for a Christmas party people talk about in January. Available for Derby, 14 miles west of Nottingham, and every postcode in Derbyshire.
Popular for Office Christmas parties, Client events, Shared party nights, Family Christmas parties

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Christmas Parties entertainment in Derby at a glance
Booking Christmas themed entertainment in Derby
WowActs books Christmas themed entertainment in Derby, Derbyshire, 14 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24, DE65 and DE73 postcode districts. There are 6 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Pride Park – Derby County F.C for up to 1000 guests.
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- County
- Derbyshire
- Postcodes
- DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 +2
- Location
- 14 miles west of Nottingham
- Venues on our list nearby
- 6
- Largest nearby venue
- Pride Park – Derby County F.C, up to 1000 guests
Derby venues and Christmas entertainment
Our Derby venue list covers 4 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 estate, and Pride Park – Derby County F.C can hold up to 1000 guests. We plan Christmas entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.
We cover Derby itself and the DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23 and DE24 postcode districts, including Little Eaton, Hilton, Hatton and Etwall, as well as nearby Belper, Ilkeston, Long Eaton and Beeston.
Hold dates now. Late November and December weekends are booked first. Midweek dates have more choice.
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The line-up
Acts in our Christmas package
Pick one showpiece or mix several. Every act is styled to the theme.

Walkabout Characters in Derby
Pirates, nutcrackers, sea creatures and more

LED Performers in Derby
Light-up costumes that glow in the dark

Living Statues in Derby
Still, silent and stunning, until they move

Champagne Walkers in Derby
Strolling LED champagne tables that serve as they walk

Stilt Walkers in Derby
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Themed Dancers in Derby
Charleston, showgirls and choreographed sets

Jazz Singers & Bands in Derby
Swing, jazz and roaring twenties vocals

Ballerinas in Derby
Classical ballet, walkabout and music-box ballerinas

Ice Sculptures & Ice Luges in Derby
Hand-carved ice centrepieces and drinks luges

Santa & Christmas Characters in Derby
Santa, elves and a proper grotto

Singers & Vocalists in Derby
Solo vocalists for every mood and moment

Live Bands & Roaming Musicians in Derby
Function bands, roaming trios and brass bands
How the night flows
A typical Christmas line-up
Every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and budget.
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Nutcrackers greeting guests at the door
- 2
Festive statues and champagne walkers during the reception
- 3
Live music through dinner
- 4
A show moment to launch the party
How it works
Booking is easy
- 1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
- 2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
- 3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.
The guide
Planning a Christmas event in Derby: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books Christmas themed entertainment in Derby, Derbyshire, 14 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24, DE65 and DE73 postcode districts. There are 6 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Pride Park – Derby County F.C for up to 1000 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.
Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Derbyshire
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day
What is in a Christmas package?
Christmas is the biggest night of the year for many teams. Festive acts make it feel like an occasion: LED and gold nutcrackers at the door, festive living statues, champagne walkers and stilt walkers.
Combine Christmas with another theme (Christmas in Paris, a Gatsby Christmas or a Winter Wonderland) for something different from last year.
Where it works best
The welcome
Nutcrackers greeting guests at the door
The reception
Festive statues and champagne walkers during the reception
Through the evening
Live music through dinner
The headline moment
A show moment to launch the party
Tips from our team
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Hold dates now
Late November and December weekends are booked first. Midweek dates have more choice.
- 2
Think about the door
Nutcrackers at the entrance are the photo every guest takes.
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Mix the themes
Christmas in Paris and a Gatsby Christmas are two of the most popular combinations.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Derby can host a large event?
On our list, Pride Park – Derby County F.C (up to 1000 guests), East Midlands Conference Centre (up to 1000 guests), The Empire Conference & Banqueting (up to 800 guests) and The Derby Conference Centre (up to 650 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan Christmas themed entertainment around the space.
Do venues around Derby have rules for performers?
Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.
How much do Christmas themed entertainment cost in Derby?
There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Derby is 14 miles west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Derby do you cover?
All of DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24, DE65 and DE73, including Little Eaton, Hilton, Hatton, Etwall, Willington and Repton, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Belper, Ilkeston, Long Eaton and Beeston.
How far ahead should we book Christmas party entertainment?
Ideally by the summer. Early December weekends are the first to go, and midweek dates give you more choice of acts.
Can you work with our venue's Christmas package?
Yes. Most venues welcome entertainment. We agree access, timings and space with the venue before the day.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?
Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.
Do you work with our venue and event team?
Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to Derby
Christmas Parties entertainment across Derby and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- DE1
- DE3
- DE21
- DE22
- DE23
- DE24
- DE65
- DE73
We book christmas parties entertainment in Derby and every address in the DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24, DE65 and DE73 postcode districts, including Little Eaton, Hilton, Hatton, Etwall, Willington, Repton, Melbourne and Breedon on the Hill. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Derby
8 venues on our list are in or near Derby, mostly event venues, country houses and estates. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Osmaston Park
Country House up to 250DE72 3EP
View on mapPride Park – Derby County F.C
Event Venue up to 1000DE24 8XL
View on mapThe Derby Conference Centre
Event Venue up to 650DE1 1TJ
View on mapThe Empire Conference & Banqueting
Event Venue up to 800DE1 1DL
View on mapLocko Park Estate
Estate up to 500DE21 7BW
View on mapEastwood Hall
Hotel up to 400NG16 3SS
View on mapThe Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club
Country House up to 250NG8 4BH
View on mapEast Midlands Conference Centre
Event Venue up to 1000NG7 2RJ
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Gatsby & 1920s in Derby
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Parisian Cabaret in Derby
Can-can, cabaret and French chic, from a single act to a full night in Paris.

Circus Showman in Derby
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

Under the Sea in Derby
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.
Plan your Christmas event in Derby
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.