# Festivals in Derby, KS | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Derby, Kansas. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Festivals Events in Derby

- **Event Name**: 15th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest
  - **Description**: Registration is OPEN! 
The 15th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest is back and bigger than ever!
New events, new competition setup, ancillary contests—and all the BBQ & music you love.

More details soon—register now!
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 12 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derby/15th-annual-smoke-on-the-plains-bbq-and-music-fest/200029471623815
  - **Venue**: 2801 E James, Derby, KS, United States, Kansas 67037
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  - **Categories**: festivals, contests
- **Event Name**: The Nailbiters at Smoke on the Plains BBQ Fest
  - **Description**: Come rock with us in DERBY! Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest 2026!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 51
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derby/the-nailbiters-at-smoke-on-the-plains-bbq-fest/200029911956436
  - **Venue**: High Park
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- **Event Name**: Kansas Nitro Showdown
  - **Description**: WE WANT TO ANNOUNCE SOMETHING SPECIAL!!!!!! We have secured an indoor arena 40 min from Goat Farm RC to host the first 3 day indoor 1/8 offroad race in the state! Mattox Arena in Derby Kansas just on the south side of Wichita Kansas. We plan to open event
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  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 am – Sun May 24 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derby/kansas-nitro-showdown/200029467480007
  - **Venue**: Mattox Arena
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  - **Categories**: memorial-day, sports
- **Event Name**: Ren faire
  - **Description**: Face paint henna airbrush tattoos
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Mulvane, Ks
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## Trending Events in Derby

- **Event Name**: 15th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest
  - **Description**: Registration is OPEN! 
The 15th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest is back and bigger than ever!
New events, new competition setup, ancillary contests—and all the BBQ & music you love.

More details soon—register now!
  - **Venue**: 2801 E James, Derby, KS, United States, Kansas 67037
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- **Event Name**: Louise Penny & Mellissa Fung: The Last Mandarin Book Tour
  - **Description**: Please join Phoenix Books to celebrate the launch  of this new standalone thriller from Louise Penny & Mellissa Fung!About this EventCanadian Customers, for more information, or to pu
  - **Venue**: Haskell Free Library and Opera House
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- **Event Name**: The Nailbiters at Smoke on the Plains BBQ Fest
  - **Description**: Come rock with us in DERBY! Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest 2026!
  - **Venue**: High Park
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- **Event Name**: Shades of HUNKS at The Sandbox (Derby, KS) 04/17/26
  - **Description**: Don't Miss The Premier Ladies Night Event! Experience Unforgettable, Jaw-Dropping Excitement. Secure Your Spot Now!About this EventShades of HUNKS at The Sandbox (Derby, KS) 04/17/26Tickets On-Sale NOW!
  - **Venue**: Sandbox at Derby
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- **Event Name**: Derby Third Thursday & Derby Market
  - **Description**: The City of Derby is excited to hold the first Third Thursday of the year and debut the brand-new Derby Market at Madison Avenue Central Park. Come out and enjoy the park and festivities! 

Food & Drinks: The Burnt End by Chef & Smoker, Ken N Barb
  - **Venue**: Madison Avenue Central Park
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- **Event Name**: Get Ready for Kindergarten! Secure Your Child's Seat Between April 20-30
  - **Description**: If your child will be five years old on or before August 31, 2026, the first step to enrolling is completing Kindergarten Intent to Enroll between April 20-30, 2026. Don’t miss this important window to secure your child’s spot and start their exciting jou
  - **Venue**: 1550 E. Walnut Grove Rd., Derby, KS, United States, Kansas 67037
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- **Event Name**: The Twisted Vine Restaurant Presents The Wraith Chasers -September 18, 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for an unforgettable night, dinner & a full paranormal investigation,  with Chris Smith & Mike Goncalves of the  Wraith Chasers.About this EventJoin Paranormal Investigators Chris Smith and Mike Goncalves,
  - **Venue**: Twisted Vine Restaurant
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- **Event Name**: Community Garage Sale
  - **Description**: At Derby Public Schools, we believe that no student should have to worry about where their next meal will come from. For that reason, this event was launched last year through the Community Assistance School Lunch Program, which raised $41,672.87 in suppo
  - **Venue**: 222 E. Madison, Derby KS 67037
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- **Event Name**: Brewers Ball Home Brew Festival
  - **Description**: From Smoke in the Valley and Bad Sons Beer Co. in Derby comes the return of the Brewers Ball - Home Brew Festival! Sat April 25 at Bad  SonsAbout this EventFrom Smoke in the Valley and Bad Sons Beer Co. in Derby comes the
  - **Venue**: BADSONS Beer Co.
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** 15th Annual Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest (Fri Jun 12 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2801 E James, Derby, KS, United States, Kansas 67037), The Nailbiters at Smoke on the Plains BBQ Fest (Fri Jun 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at High Park), Kansas Nitro Showdown (Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 am at Mattox Arena), Ren faire (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at Mulvane, Ks).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Derby this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Ren faire (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at Mulvane, Ks).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Derby in April 2026?
  - **A:** Ren faire (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at Mulvane, Ks).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Derby on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Derby include 2801 E James, Derby, KS, United States, Kansas 67037, High Park, Mattox Arena.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Derby include Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest, The Nailbiters, Goat Farm RC.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Derby?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Derby.

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