Battle Dragons And Train As A Knight This St George's Day
Enjoy a feast of free-family friendly fun as dragons, knights and medieval games return to Derby city centre to celebrate St George’s Day.
The city’s annual festivities will take place on Saturday 26 April. The event, brought to you by Derby LIVE in conjunction with The Lost Boys and St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District (BID), features live performances, engaging workshops and creative crafts for all the family.
Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Derby City Council’s Cabinet Member for City Centre, Regeneration, Culture and Tourism, said:
“Derby continues its tradition of celebrating St. George's Day with a whole host of family activities, bringing the story to life for everyone. We're thrilled to have such a vibrant blend of groups and performers, making this event truly special. Come along and enjoy the fun!”
The event kicks off at 12noon in the Market Place, as St George and The Mayor of Derby officially launch the celebrations. Don’t miss The Lost Boys spectacular, tongue-in-cheek reenactment of St George’s battle with the dragon. Afterwards, enjoy AVP Theatre’s enchanting puppet show retelling of the legend of St George and the Dragon as a family-friendly fairytale.
Train as a knight with hands-on workshops led by The Lost Boys and Team Falchion, learning chivalry and sword skills. Team Falchion will also showcase medieval armour and combat, and host medieval games and blanket weaving. Keep an eye out for roaming dragons throughout the afternoon! The fun will conclude with a second showing of AVP theatre’s puppet show.
Make sure you also explore St Peter’s Cross and discover Scraggy Moo’s environmentally-friendly family crafts, where you can create dragons and flags, in partnership with St Peter’s Quarter BID.
Brad Worley, Manager for the Derby Cathedral Quarter and St Peters Quarter BIDs said:
“As always, St. George's Day is a brilliant occasion for Derby, and the St. Peters Quarter and Cathedral Quarter BIDs are proud to support the diverse entertainment. We hope the community enjoys a wonderful time."
The main St George’s Day celebrations programme will run from 12 noon until 2pm. Visit the Derby LIVE website for more information and timings.
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