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🥁 DRUM FEST 2025 – Presented by Rockin’ Robins Drum Services 🥁

 

📍 Venue: Chapel Street Arts Centre, Derby (formerly Déda)

📅 Dates: Monday 28th – Tuesday 29th July 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day

👥 Ages: School Years 7–11 (including those leaving Year 11 this academic year)

 

This summer, DRUM FEST returns as a two-day event for the very first time - giving young drummers even more time to explore, perform, connect, and be inspired. Whether they're just starting out or already behind the kit every weekend, DRUM FEST offers something unique: An experience that can’t be taught 1-to-1 in a studio.

 

What to Expect

Hosted at the newly named Chapel Street Arts Centre, DRUM FEST is a full immersion into all things rhythm. Across two action-packed days, students will dive into hands-on workshops, meet other passionate young drummers, and learn from some of the best in the business.

 

Daily Schedule Snapshot

10:00 AM – Registration & Welcome Check in and kick off each day, students meet their fellow drummers and start with some rhythm fun to get them in the zone for a fun musical day!

 

Morning Sessions - Led by our experienced Rockin’ Robins Drum Services tutors, students will take part in engaging workshops tailored to their skill level — covering groove, technique, musicality, and creativity.

 

12:00 PM – Lunch Break Students bring a packed lunch and take time to relax, recharge, and connect with new friends.

 

Afternoon Masterclasses & Drumming Experiences - Each day features an exclusive masterclass with a top-tier special guest, plus interactive breakout workshops and collaborative activities that push your playing to the next level.

 

4:00 PM – End of Day

 

This Year’s Special Guests

We’re bringing two of the UK’s most exciting drummers straight to you:

Gabi King - Drummer for The 1975, Declan McKenna, and more - joining us just one month after headlining the iconic Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2025 with The 1975. Gabi brings international touring experience, session wisdom, and a masterclass filled with insight and inspiration.

 

 Gareth Grover - Drummer for Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, known for his explosive energy, tight grooves, and years of experience performing on major tours and festival stages. Gareth will give participants a no-holds-barred look at drumming in one of the UK’s most acclaimed rock bands.

 

Get up close, ask questions, and be inspired — this is your chance to learn from some of the best working drummers in the industry.

 

Who Is It For?

DRUM FEST is open to young people in school Years 7–11, including those who are finishing Year 11 in summer 2025. No prior drumming experience is required - just a genuine interest in music, a love of rhythm, and a willingness to get stuck in.

 

Why Attend DRUM FEST?

  • Learn from industry pros at the top of their game

  • Experience interactive workshops you won’t find anywhere else

  • Build your skills, confidence, and creativity

  • Collaborate with other young drummers

  • Discover what it’s really like to be a working musician

  • Leave inspired, energised, and ready to drum like never before

 

Want to Know More?

More details — including what to bring, how to book, and what to expect — can be found on the DRUM FEST 2025 poster and in the FAQs section on our website.

 

Book Now – Spaces Are Limited!

With a new two-day format, an exciting new venue, and two incredible guest artists, places for DRUM FEST 2025 are expected to fill fast. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind summer event for the next generation of drummers.

 

*DRUM FEST General Admission tickets must be completed as seperate orders for multiple bookings. For example, sibling bookings must be completed as seperate orders for us to obtain the relevant sign up information for each child. 

 

**Please note, you're child must be in school years 7-11 years at the time of DRUM FEST. Please note this includes children who have leaving year 11, this academic year.

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  • Where is Rockin' Robins Drum Services DRUM FEST & Summer School taking place?
    This year DRUM FEST and Summer School are taking place in the same location. Chapel Street Arts Centre will play host to our Summer School and DRUM FEST. Taking place in the theatre and studios on site. The area(s) used at Chapel Street Arts Centre will be secure and only accessible by Rockin' Robins Drum Services Staff, Students and Event/Security Personnel provided by Chapel Street Arts Centre. Rockin' Robins Drum Services has all the relevant safeguarding policies and procedures in place to make the event as safe as possible for all participants.
  • Event Timings
    DRUM FEST Monday 28th July 2025 10AM - 4PM Tuesday 29th July 2025 10AM - 4PM Summer School Tuesday 29th July 2025 10AM - 4PM Wednesday 30th July 2025 10AM - 4PM Thursday 31st July 2025 10AM - 4PM
  • My child has never played Drums before, can they still take part?"
    DRUM FEST is open to young people between school years 7 and 11*. Summer School is open to young people between school years 1 and 6** . All workshops have been tailored to suit all abilities including beginners. We do advise an interest in Drums if your child(ren) has no drumming experience. PLEASE NOTE - *This includes children leaving Year 11 this academic year. **This includes children leaving Year 6 this academic year.
  • Does my Child need to bring anything?
    All equipment will be provided for DRUM FEST and Summer School by Rockin' Robins Drum Services. If your Child has their own Drumsticks they may bring them but this isn't compulsory. However, please make sure that all young people attending have with the following: - Packed Lunch per day to be eaten on site. Please note there are no kitchen facilities on site so please provide cold food that is ready to eat. Please also provide your child with plenty of water for the day in a named water bottle. - Suitable Clothing that is practical and your child will be comfortable in. With this event taking place in a theatre/studio with outdoor space, please make sure your child has enough warm clothing and a coat should a typical British Summer take place! For Summer School, children will be taking part in activities that involve running around. Please make sure they are wearing suitable footwear for this. Please make sure all belongings are named as Rockin' Robins Drum Services are not liable for any personal items that are misplaced or damaged during the event. Medication If your child requires medication whilst at DRUM FEST/Summer School please ensure this is passed over to a Rockin' Robins Drum Services staff member at the start of the day in a named plastic container with dosage requirements. Please note, additional paperwork will be required upon arrival.
  • Getting To The Venue
    Located on the Northern fringe of Derby city centre, the venue is a very short walk away from Derby Bus Station and Derby Train Station. Parking There is a Pay and Display Car Park on Chapel Street. There is also Pay and Display On Street Parking on Queen Street. PLEASE NOTE - ROCKIN' ROBINS DRUM SERVICES WILL NOT BE LIABLE OR HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYBODY INCURRING A PARKING TICKET DURING THE EVENT PERIOD.
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