Events & Festivals
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6 Oct
Leicestershire Firework displays
Leicestershire Firework displays
Remember remember the 5th November. If you’re looking for the perfect firework display for Guy Fawkes night or want to warm yourself around the bonfire in a family friendly event, then you’re in the right place! This year the Firework displays around Leicestershire are nicely spread out, so if you…
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29 Sep
Diwali in Leicester
Diwali in Leicester
Diwali looks slightly different in Leicester this year, and it will be focused on two weeks of fantastic events around the city. Diwali lights will illuminate the road, and the Wheel of Light will also return. In the lead up to Diwali Day, Leicester will sparkle with two weeks…
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5 Sep
Abbey Park Fireworks Display – All you need…
Abbey Park Fireworks Display – All you need…
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…
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18 Jul
5 Ways to Make Your July Memorable
5 Ways to Make Your July Memorable
Today we have a guest blog by Alessia Stokoe who has been undertaking work experience with Leicester City Council. Thanks to Alessia for these great tips! The sun is shining and warming up the busy streets of Leicester, giving us all the perfect opportunity to get out and about this…
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9 Jul
Low cost summer family activities in Leicester
Low cost summer family activities in Leicester
We know that the summer holidays can be an expensive time for families, so we’ve put together some suggestions for lower cost and free family activities in Leicester this summer. From our elephant trail to festivals, workshops and exhibitions, take a look and plan some great days out! Stomp Round…
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3 Jul
The Victory Show celebrates its 20th year
The Victory Show celebrates its 20th year
The largest World War II recreation event in the country is coming back to Leicestershire and you could be there! The Victory Show is held in the small town of Cosby in Leicestershire’s Blaby District. For one weekend a year the 100 acre Foxlands Farm is transported back to…
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17 Jun
What’s on this summer in Blaby
What’s on this summer in Blaby
Blaby District has loads of fantastic events and activities taking place summer. It kicked off with the fantastic PitchFest Live, a day of food and music which was held at Whetstone Juniors Football club by the local community. As we head into the summer, there’s loads more on offer, and…
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12 Jun
Download rocks Leicestershire into Summer
Download rocks Leicestershire into Summer
The UK’s premier rock event, Download Festival, is set to electrify Donington Park this weekend (13–15 June), kicking off a jam-packed summer of festivals across Leicestershire. As the sun comes out, the region is rolling out a new “Summer in Leicestershire” campaign spotlighting the county’s rich mix of music, food,…
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10 Apr
Leicester’s Old Town Festival
Leicester’s Old Town Festival
Step into the world of the Romans and celebrate St George with a weekend of adventure