Most elections happen on a regular cycle so we know when they are scheduled to take place. Sometimes this changes when elections take place in the same year or central Government calls an early election. By-elections are called when a representative resigns or dies, so are unpredictable.
The table below shows the normal schedule of elections for the Derbyshire Dales area. Elections are usually held on the first Thursday of the month.
| Type | Held every | Next election date |
| Derbyshire Dales District Council | 4 years | 4 May 2023 |
| Parish and Town Council | 4 years | 4 May 2023 |
| Police and Crime Commissioner | 4 years | 6 May 2021 |
| Derbyshire County Council | 4 years | 6 May 2021 |
| Parliamentary Election | 5 years | 2 May 2024 |