Events & Festivals

  1. 30 Oct

    Loughborough Fair 2026: All You Need to Know

    Loughborough’s historic street fair is back for its incredible 805th year! Transforming the heart of the town into a bustling celebration of lights, sounds, and family fun, this is one autumn tradition you do not want to miss. Dates and Opening Times The fair runs across four…
  2. 16 Oct
    Oadby Lights switch on

    Christmas in Oadby & Wigston

    Get ready to celebrate the festive season as Christmas lights switch-ons return to Oadby, Wigston and South Wigston. Featuring seasonal entertainment, festive activities and the magical moment when the lights are illuminated, these community events are a great way to kick off Christmas with family and friends. Oadby…
  3. 12 Oct
    Figures of Hindu gods at the city's Diwali celebrations

    Diwali in Leicester

    Leicester’s Diwali festivities are famous the world over, bringing the local South Asian community together to celebrate the festival of light with the wider population. Enjoy traditional Rangoli art and ride aboard the iconic illuminated big wheel and explore the fantastic Sari and jewellery shops of the…
  4. 11 Oct

    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…
  5. 22 Sep

    Autumn Uncovered in Leicestershire

    The leaves are turning and the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air, which means it must be autumn! The events and activities don’t slow down around Leicester and Leicestershire, from Black History Month to Restaurant Week, then into Halloween, Diwali and Fireworks night, it’s packed full of…
  6. 22 Sep
    St peters square in leicester with many shops and eateries

    A city (and county) for students

    So we know that Leicester is a great city to visit and explore, but it’s also a fantastic place to study, and every September more than 60,000 students return to Leicester and Loughborough to study at one of our three great universities, the University of Leicester, Loughborough University and De…
  7. 30 Jun
    Kids meeting a dragon at the Old Town Festival

    Leicestershire sees positive Tourism growth!

    Positive growth for Leicester and Leicestershire visitor economy Economic impact is up by 4.62% since previous year – and is worth £2.67 billion to the local economy! New figures have revealed that the economic impact of the tourism sector in Leicester and Leicestershire is worth £2.676 billion,…
  8. 28 May
    Cosby Yarn Bomb Sonic the Hedgehog

    6 fun Family events in Leicestershire this summer

    Looking for great things to do with the kids this summer in Leicester and Leicestershire? Well look no further! From music to performance to activity days and hot air balloons, there’s so much happening for you to enjoy with the family. Leicester Riverside Festival: 6 & 7 June…
  9. 27 May
    Download festival main stage

    Big events in Leicestershire this summer

    Leicestershire is always full of incredible events which draw audiences from around the world in some cases. From the biggest festivals to heritage events, take a look at our toppicks for this summer! Music Festivals The summer starts with the HUGE Download Festival, running from 12-14 June.