Illustration of a small stage with red curtains where two nutcracker soldiers and a dancer perform near a glowing fireplace (Bublé Christmas By Candlelight)
Christmas Shows

Bublé Christmas By Candlelight

Guests enjoy a candlelit, sing-along concert featuring the UK's top Michael Bublé tribute act alongside a live big band. The performance brings festive classics like White Christmas, Santa Baby, and Holly Jolly Christmas to life within the historic cathedral. Attendees can grab drinks from an on-site licensed bar and dance in the ground-floor aisles.

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Premium: £45.00 (+ £4.50 booking fee); Band A: £40.00 (+ £4.50 booking fee); Band B: £35.00 (+ £4.50 booking fee); Band C: £30.00 (+ £4.50 booking fee); Access: £40.00 (+ £4.50 booking fee).

Hours

14:00 and 19:30.

Ages

16+ for front row balcony seating

Food & Drink

A licensed bar is open during the performance and accepts cash and card; visitors cannot bring their own drinks.

Parking

The nearest car park is on St Michaels Lane, DE1 3DQ; parking costs £2.50 after 6pm.

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces are available in ground-floor access seating, while balcony seating requires climbing stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Derby Cathedral · 18-19 Iron Gate, Derby, DE1 3GP Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Michael bublé fans and festive live-music lovers

Vibe

Festive, lively, candlelit

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book through the ticket seller and direct ticket questions to the company you purchased from; the cathedral is only the hosting venue.
  • Choose a ground-floor nave seat if you want to dance, since dancing is prohibited on the balcony.
  • Contact the ticket-selling box office before booking if you need wheelchair or mobility-scooter space, as availability is limited.
  • Bring cash or a card for the licensed bar, and leave your own drinks at home because outside drinks are not allowed.
  • Use the St Michaels Lane car park; the venue identifies it as the nearest car park.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Two performances are offered on Friday, December 18: an afternoon session and an evening session.
  • Premium tickets are sold separately for front-centre seating.
  • Access tickets include a complimentary carer ticket for eligible guests; select it when booking.
  • Guests who need wheelchair or mobility-scooter space should contact the ticket office before booking; spaces are limited.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from the concert?

A live big band and Michael Bublé tribute act perform Christmas songs by candlelight, including “White Christmas,” “Santa Baby” and “Holly Jolly Christmas.”

Can I dance during the performance?

Dancing is prohibited on the balcony; book in the ground-floor nave if you want to dance.

Is food and drink available?

A licensed bar operates during the performance and accepts cash and cards. You cannot bring your own drinks into the venue.

Can wheelchair users attend?

A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available. Contact the ticket-selling box office before booking; chairs can be provided for people who can transfer or walk.

Are there seating restrictions for children?

Anyone seated in the front row of the balcony must be at least 16. The balcony is reached by stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

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