Events for 1 May 2026

The Donington Historic Festival descends on Donington Park for three days of world-class historic motorsport from classic race cars spanning ten decades. Visitors can also enjoy a host of other attractions, including track demos from the Williams-BMW FW22 F1 car, super touring car track demos, supercar and car club parades and displays, children’s entertainment and even brass band performances at this enormously popular, family-friendly event.

Seasons Exhibition – Creatives, no matter your experiences, are invited to share work inspired by the shifting seasons and the emotions they stir! Everyone is welcome to contribute. Email hello@coalvillecab.coop to get involved!

Based on the 1982 novella Rita Hayworth and The Shawshank Redemption, the play examines desperation, injustice, friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security facility. The 1994 feature film, regularly voted Britain’s favourite ever movie, starred Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman and was nominated for seven Academy Awards. Tickets £16

Join the fun of the Fair – big rides, small rides, fast rides, slow rides... everything you would expect from a Fair! Entertainment for all the family! Open daily weekdays 5pm-8pm Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday 4 May 11am - 8.30pm Sunday 3 May 12pm-7pm Sunday 10 May 12pm-5pm