An Irish Christmas party and high energy stadium rock join the lineup at Derby Arena

A crowd dances with an band and dancers on stage

‘Always’ looking for A Fairytale for Christmas?The latest two additions to Derby Arena’s line-up have got you covered. 

Arriving this winter,The Bon Jovi Experience and A Fairytale for Christmas are two shows which are bound to help you ‘Have a Nice Day’ and ‘Step into Christmas’.

Irish dancers perform on stage

First up to get us ready for the festive season is A Fairytale for Christmas on Thu 6 Nov. After sell-out tours, and fans across the globe, the Christmas show is back for 2025.  With a new name, this show still promises the ultimate Irish Christmas concert, with the atmosphere of a St Patrick’s Day party on Christmas Day!Christmas hits such as Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town, O Holy Night and The Fairytale of New York are teamed with songs like ‘The Galway Girl’, ‘The Irish Rover’, ‘Dirty Old Town’in a celebration of Irish culture.If you’re already missing the buzz of St Patrick’s Day, this is the show for you. A Fairytale for Christmas is at Derby Arena Thu 6 Nov. Tickets are £30.50. 

A tribute artist to Bon Jovi stands with his arms outstretched wide.

Following this is The Bon Jovi Experience on Fri 7 Nov. The only show to be endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, this show won’t leave you ‘Livin’ on Prayer’. 

Immerse yourself on a journey through a celebration of Bon Jovi’s greatest hits, which transport you back to the heady days of stadium rock. Featuring hits such as You Give Love a Bad Name,It’s My Life,Livin’ On a Prayer, Always,and more.Front man Tony Pearce alongside aalongside a group of talented musicians deliver a high-energy rock’n’ roll extravaganza like no other. The Bon Jovi Experience is at Derby Arena on Fri 7 Nov. Tickets are £30.50. 

Tickets can be purchased at derbylive.co.uk, at the Sales and Information Centre at 19 Chapel Street, Derby DE1 3GU or by calling 01332 255 800.