Leicester Festivals and Leicester City Centre Events. What's On in Leicester This Month? Find Out Here!

If festivals are your forte, Leicester has you covered. The city's festival calendar is packed with diverse and exciting events, catering to a wide range of interests. From the renowned Comedy Festival to the Annual Leicester Pride Festival, and of course the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India, Leicester's festivals promise an unforgettable experience.

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Christmas is here!

From ice skating on a real ice rink, taking a ride on the 35m high Wheel of Light, to exploring the festive light trail at Enlightened Leicester at Abbey Park or enjoying the Christmas spirit at the Clock Tower.

There is plenty to entertain the whole family throughout the festive season from enjoying traditional pantomimes and world-class shows to watching blockbuster films at the cinema. And if that’s not enough there are also exhibitions, craft fairs, carol services, fantastic competitions and much more!

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Christmas in Leicester

The brightest time of the year will soon be upon us, and Leicester will be transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland.
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Christmas in Leicester

The brightest time of the year will soon be upon us, and Leicester will be transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland.

Where:

City Centre, Leicester

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+44 (0)116 2994444

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Leicester Comedy Festival

The Old Ones are the Best! Comedy is at the heart of Leicester, with a festival that’s the oldest in the UK, names including Adrian Mole and Monty Python, not to mention a proud link to Red Nose Day. Sit back and enjoy the best stand-ups all year…

Where:

Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1FZ

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St George's Festival

Celebrate St George’s Day with the annual free family festival in venues across Leicester's Old Town

Where:

Old Town, Leicester, LE1 5DB

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+44 (0)116 4543600

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