What's on at Buxton Pavilion Gardens
Throughout the year, the Pavilion Gardens hosts over 100 fairs and events in our magnificent Octagon Hall. Our events range from local markets, antique fairs, bazaars and fetes. No matter what you may be looking for, there's always something for everyone.

Afternoon Dancing
Afternoon Dancing in the magnificent Octagon Hall takes place throughout the year. Each dance runs from 1pm until 4pm with music provided by our returning MC JoDanceDJ!
View event
Halloween Pottery Making
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun and creative pottery session at Pavilion Gardens! 🧡
View event
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Bring the kids along for our Halloween Scavenger Hunt! 🕸️🦇
View event
Buxton Health and Healing Festival
The Buxton Health & Healing Festival returns to the Octagon Hall at the Pavilion Gardens in 2025, 10am - 5pm each day.
View event
Halloween Wreath Making Workshop
Join us for a spooktacular evening of creativity in the Pavilion Gardens Restaurant.
View event



Artist and Designer Fair
A huge variety of exhibitors’ showcasing the very best of art, furniture, ceramics, silverware, glassware, jewellery, textiles, and photography.
View event
Christmas Lights Switch-On and Weekend Bazaar
Christmas will officially arrive as the lights at the Pavilion Gardens come on!
View event
Makers Market
Makers Market at Pavilion Gardens in partnership with Little Hummingbird Events.
View event
Mayoral Charities Dickensian Christmas Market
The Annual Mayoral Dickensian Market with craft & gift stalls with a Dickensian theme
View event
Toy Fair
Over 150 stalls selling a whole variety of toys, merchandise, games & much more in the Octagon Hall
View event
Afternoon Dancing
Afternoon Dancing in the magnificent Octagon Hall takes place throughout the year. Each dance runs from 1pm until 4pm with music provided by our returning MC JoDanceDJ!
View event
A Night of Amateur Boxing
A Night of Amateur Boxing in The Octagon Hall with the Buxton Amateur Boxing Club.
View event
Antique and Collectors Fair
Over 100 quality stalls will fill the room with a wide range of items. If you 're looking to add to you home, garden, wardrobe or collection it's the place to visit.
View event

Blythe House Jingle Bell Jog
Jingle Bell Jog 2025. Run around the gardens dressed as Santa in aid of Blythe House Hospice
View event
The Snowman – Film with Live Orchestra
Presented by Carrot Productions – the world’s leading performers of The Snowman with live orchestra – this award-winning show features some of the UK’s finest musicians.
View event
Christmas for Grown Ups
The legendary Discos for Grown Ups returns to the Octagon Hall for a festive disco party to remember!
View event