Dinosaur Party with the Lowe Ranger

Celebrate World Book Day with a week of children’s events

Feb 18 2026

Children across the city are invited to join in the magic of reading with World Book Day events at Derby Libraries and Derby Market Hall. More

Half term at Derby Libraries: Free creative workshops and storytelling

Feb 4 2026

Families can dive into a world of imagination this February half-term with a collection of free events in libraries. More

The Winter Mini Reading Challenge!

Dec 1 2025

The Reading Agency Winter Mini Challenge encourages children to keep up their reading habits over the winter, with a free-to-access website featuring rewards for reading and reviewing books. The challenge runs from 1 Dec until 20 Feb. More

Summer Reading Challenge brings free family fun to Derby libraries

Jun 23 2025

The Summer Reading Challenge is back at Derby Libraries for 2025. More

Derby Racecourse reading hub proves a hit

Oct 8 2024

A new reading hub has been created at a Derby football and community venue. More