The Love Belper Town Festival is a celebration of the town we call home; it’s creativity, history, independent spirit and the people who make it so special.

Created and organised by the team behind Love Belper, the festival was born from a simple idea: to bring the community together and celebrate everything that makes Belper unique in a vibrant, quirky and historical way.

Across the festival, visitors can expect a lively mix of food, drink, music, entertainment, shopping artisan stalls, craft demonstrations and historical touches inspired by Belper’s rich heritage. From traditional performances to local makers and independent businesses, the festival aims to capture the warmth, character and creativity woven throughout the town.

This year feels especially meaningful as Belper celebrates 250 years of the mills…a reminder of the towns incredible history, craftsmanship and enduring community spirit. With elements inspired by Belper’s past alongside modern independent culture, the festival hopes to honour both heritage and future creativity alike.

The festival stretches throughout the heart of Belper, including Market Place King Street, the Memorial Gardens, Campbell Street and Strutt Street, creating a vibrant trail of experiences for visitors to enjoy.

At its heart, the Love Belper Town Festival is about community, connection and championing independent local businesses, artists, makers, performers and creatives. It is a chance to experience Belper at its most joyful, full of life, storytelling, music, creativity, history and celebration.

We are so excited to welcome you to the very first Love Belper Festival, and we hope it becomes something truly special for the town in years to come!