Riverside Festival
Leicester’s Biggest Festival is back again in the heart of the city for a weekend packed with music, food, arts, family fun and waterside activities.
Come And Join us on the 6 & 7 June 2026!
Experience a vibrant mix of global food, live music, and markets across Bede Park and the Piazza, plus boat races and art displays along the River Soar. Explore eco-friendly activities at Castle Gardens and action-packed shows at DMU, featuring outdoor cinema, theatre, and family fun for everyone!
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Riverside Festival Q&A
Riverside Festival Q&A
When is the Riverside festival? Saturday 7th June & Sunday 8th June 2025 What are the opening times? The parks are open at 12noon on both days. The parks close at 6pm on Saturd…
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Leicester Riverside Trails
Leicester Riverside Trails
Leicester’s Riverside maps have been produced in partnership with the Canal & River Trust to encourage walkers, cyclists and those travelling on the water to enjoy the area by…
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Riverside Festival
Riverside Festival
Leicester Riverside Festival returns on 6 & 7 June to the heart of the city for a weekend packed with music, food, arts, family fun and waterside activities. Festival highlight…
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Did you
know?
The first Riverside Festival in 1997 was a simple Sunday afternoon event on the banks of the River Soar, it now attracts 40,000+ over the weekend!
Leicester’s Riverside Festival is organised every year by the fantastic Leicester Festivals & Events team. For further information and updates, make sure to follow them @LeicesterFestivals on Instagram and Facebook.
Where to Go:
The festival fills Bede Park, Castle Gardens, Western Boulevard, The Newarke and the De Montfort University campus with activities for all ages. Head over towards Bede Park and you won’t miss it!
FAQ
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