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Leicester and Leicestershire are bursting with things to see and do, and we’re excited to share them all with you on our blog. Whether you’re a foodie, a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun day out with the family, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here. We’ll cover everything from the latest events and exhibitions to the best places to eat, drink, shop, and explore.

  1. 16 Sep
    The stage at the Curry Awards

    Leicestershire Curry Awards 2025

    Bringing a hint of spice and excitement to a rainy autumn evening, the 2025 Leicestershire Curry Awards were held at Leicester’s Athena on Monday 15 September. The stars of the city and county’s South Asian restaurant scene gathered in their finery alongside representatives from the city’s universities, the uniformed services,…
  2. 12 Sep
    Autumn leaves

    Experience Leicester in Autumn

    As the nights draw in and the leaves start to turn we enter one of the most exciting periods of the year in Leicester. With events, activities and loads of ways to spend your time indoors and outdoors, Leicester is the perfect place to see in the Autumn. Green spaces…
  3. 11 Sep
    Food on a table

    Leicester Restaurant Week returns

    It’s double the flavour with two weeks of tasty deals and citywide eats Calling all foodies! Leicester Restaurant Week (LRW) is back – and this year it’s bigger, better, and bursting with twice as much flavour. Running for two delicious weeks, from Monday 20 October to Sunday 2 November, there…
  4. 10 Sep
    A cat and some pumpkins on a truck

    Spooky Halloween events across Leicestershire

    From pumpkin picking to Xtreme Screams and spooky tours of historic buildings to family friendly ghost trails, there’s loads happening this spooky season in Leicester and Leicestershire. Read on to find out more! Spooks, Scares and pumpkins Cattows Halloween Farm is the biggest Halloween event in the country and this…
  5. 5 Sep

    Abbey Park Fireworks Display – All you need to know!

    The Abbey Park Fireworks Display 2025 is Leicester’s biggest Bonfire Night celebration, taking place on Saturday 1 November 2025. Set in the heart of Abbey Park, this much-loved annual event promises spectacular firework shows, live entertainment, food and drink stalls, and a family-friendly funfair. Whether you’re looking for the best…
  6. 1 Sep
    The Barefoot Festival. Tent and audience

    What’s on in National Forest Leicestershire

    There is so much happening in the north west of our county in and around the National Forest. From open air shows at Conkers to some of the biggest stars of the 90s to great local markets, there’s so much happening this summer Snibston Colliery Tours Sun 21 September Come…
  7. 20 Aug
    Hello Heritage 1620s house header

    Hello Heritage in the national forest

    Hello Heritage is a fantastic festival which celebrates the history of the National Forest Leicestershire. Taking in some of the area’s most historic buildings plus some hidden treasures, this month long FREE festival is perfect for all the family to enjoy. Running from 1 September to 28 September, heritage…
  8. 20 Aug
    A woman and child walking over a bridge in a corn maze

    6 Fantastic Low-cost Family Days Out

    Looking for family days out in Leicester and Leicestershire this summer holiday? From outdoor adventures to hands-on attractions, there are plenty of fun things to do with kids of all ages. Whether you’re heading to a park, exploring a museum, or getting lost in a maze, you’ll find ideas here…
  9. 18 Aug
    Oadby Food Festival banner

    The Oadby Food Festival is back

    The Oadby Food Festival is returning for 2025 on Saturday 30 August! Last year saw the first ever Oadby Food Festival, a fantastic celebration of great local food and drink that brough the whole community of Oadby and Wigston together, plus enticed visitors from further afield! And this year it’s…