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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Get ready to be dazzled in Leicester! This vibrant city is bursting with exciting events in the coming months. Immerse yourself in the magical glow of Light Up Leicester, where the city center transforms into a wonderland of light and color. Prepare for laughter galore at the Leicester Comedy Festival, one of the UK's biggest. With a diverse range of events for all interests, Leicester promises an unforgettable experience.

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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 round!
1. 7 Feb 202525 Feb 2025
Light Up Leicester

Free Light Festival in Leicester - 4 Days of Light-up Artworks and Events. See Leicester’s streets come alive with an awe-inspiring trail of illuminated artworks, captivating performances, and interactive events designed to celebrate our incredible city!
1. 12 Mar 202515 Mar 2025

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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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Light Up Leicester

Free Light Festival in Leicester - 4 Days of Light-up Artworks and Events. See Leicester’s streets come alive with an awe-inspiring trail of illuminated artworks, captivating performances, and interactive events designed to celebrate our incredible…

Where:

Gallowtree Gate, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5AD

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Old Town Festival

Old Town Festival is a new event for 2025 incorporating the traditional St George's Festival with the Historic Roman Heritage of the City.

Where:

Old Town, Leicester, LE1 5DB

Contact details:
+44 (0)116 4543600

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Riverside Festival

Riverside Festival is a free event held along Leicester's waterways each year.

Where:

Bede Park, Mile Straight, Western Boulevard & Castle Gardens, Leicester

Contact details:
+44 (0)116 4543600

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