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Festivals and events

Enjoy some of the best festivals and events our region has to offer.

June

The purpose built theatre in Longborough, ready for the Longborough Festival Opera

Longborough Festival Opera

Visit this intimate Cotswold opera house with an international reputation, hosting a summer of incredible performances from May to August.

Dean Chisnall as The Phantom and Lily Kerhoas as Christine. Photo by Johan Persson

The Phantom of the Opera

Experience the thrill of the West End’s most haunting love story.

Visiting Stourhead by train and bus

The National Trust’s Stourhead estate, nestling in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside, is described as a ‘living work of art’. Experience a heady mix of classical temples, mystic grottoes and extensive parkland plus a house packed full of history.

Juice stand at Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival

Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival

Don’t miss the 2026 Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival, where you can take in some of the best food and drink the UK has to offer.
Outdoor scene from the Cheltenham Science Festival

Cheltenham Science Festival

Hop on a train this summer and make your way to the Cheltenham Science Festival, a much-loved festival for all ages.

Henley Royal Regatta

Come and enjoy the world’s best-known regatta, Henley Royal Regatta, on the banks of the River Thames.
Banner with the event line up for TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham. Text says: Thursday 26 June, Teddy Wims performing with Freak Freely, Laurence Spencer Smith, and Jordan Rakei; Friday 26 June, Alanis Morissette with Skunk Anansie; Saturday 27 (sold out) and Sunday 28 June (sold out), Lewis Capaldi with Jacob Alon.

TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham

Teddy Swims, Alanis Morissette and Lewis Capaldi headline TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham in the heart of the Devon countryside.

Golowan Festival promo image

Golowan Festival

Head to Penzance for 10 days of arts, performances, culture, and parades.

July

Photo of The Red Arrows in formation, flying over Swansea Bay for the Wales Airshow

Wales Airshow

Witness some of the world's greatest flying displays and performances at the Wales Airshow, over Swansea Bay.

Bristol Harbour Festival

Celebrate the city’s biggest and most diverse showcase of culture at Bristol Harbour Festival in 2025.
Close up of hands holding a collection of books at a literary festival. Photo credit: Mike Newman

Penzance LitFest

A packed programme to surprise, delight, and entertain you.

A massed chorus in full voice at the Three Choirs Festival

Three Choirs Festival

Experience the power of live choral music at the 2026 Three Choirs Festival in Gloucester.

SailGP: Great Britain Grand Prix boats racing

Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix: Portsmouth

One of the world’s most impressive sailing events is back for 2026.

August

Hot air balloons rising over Clifton Suspension Bridge as part of Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

Looking for an adventure? Then don’t miss the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta taking place at Ashton Court Estate.

The stage at Reading Festival lit up at night, with crowds enjoying one of the UK's biggest festivals

Reading Festival

As one of the UK’s biggest music events, the Reading Festival line-up has always been epic and this year will be no exception.

Falmouth festival

Falmouth Week

Whether a sailor or a landlubber there’s something for everyone.

Boardmasters Festival

Boardmasters Festival

Head to this year’s Boardmasters Festival to enjoy fantastic live music and a host of beach activities.

September

Characters in full costume dress for the Jane Austen festival.

Jane Austen Festival

Experience the biggest Jane Austen Festival in 2026 in the beautiful city of Bath.
Crowd reading books at Agatha Christie Festival

International Agatha Christie Festival

The International Agatha Christie Festival will be taking place from Saturday 12 to Sunday 20 September 2026.

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