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Lions at Large sculpture in front of Pittville Pump Room - Photographer - Anna Lythgoe

Lions at Large - The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail

In the Summer of 2025, Lions at Large – The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail will be ‘roaring’ onto…

Cheltenham Literature Festival Free Events

Cheltenham Literature Festival Free Events

The annual ten-day Cheltenham Literature Festival features many free talks, performances and…

Crowds at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2024.

Cheltenham Jazz Festival

Cheltenham, The Festival Town, is home to one of the country’s best-loved jazz festivals,…

Cheltenham Science Festival

Cheltenham Science Festival

From 3–8 June, Cheltenham Festivals will bring together the brightest minds and boldest ideas —…

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Featured Events

  1. Add The Suffolks Sunday Market to your Itinerary

    The Suffolks Sunday Market

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    Market

    Cheltenham

    These fantastically-popular Street Fairs in the Suffolks are always great events. Whether it’s the May Bank Holiday or the Christmas Market, there’s always a lovely friendly atmosphere, great products on sale and lots of fun entertainment.

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    25 May 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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    27 July 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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    26 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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    30 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
  2. Add Cheltenham Farmers Market to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Farmers Market

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    Market

    Cheltenham

    On the second and last Friday of every month stalls line Cheltenham Promenade selling a range of produce including various meats and charcuterie, fruit and vegetables, desserts, preserves and pickles, cakes, bread, cheese and plants...

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    30 May 2025
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  3. Add Cheltenham Science Festival to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Science Festival

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    Festival

    Cheltenham

    From 3–8 June, Cheltenham Festivals will bring together the brightest minds and boldest ideas — including Brian Cox, Tim Peake, Maddie Moate, Big Manny, Daze Aghaji, Maya Raichoora and Gordon Buchanan. Expect inspiring talks, hands-on experiments…

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    From:
    3 June 2025to8 June 2025
  4. Add Cheltenham Science Festival to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Science Festival

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    Festival

    Cheltenham

    From 3–8 June, Cheltenham Festivals will bring together the brightest minds and boldest ideas — including Brian Cox, Tim Peake, Maddie Moate, Big Manny, Daze Aghaji, Maya Raichoora and Gordon Buchanan. Expect inspiring talks, hands-on experiments…

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    From:
    3 June 2025to8 June 2025
  5. Add Cheltenham Science Festival free events to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Science Festival free events

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    Free

    Cheltenham

    Make the most of your Cheltenham Science Festival visit by exploring all of the free events and activities on offer in the Festival Village (Imperial Gardens) and around town. From breakthrough local music to comedy, poetry and cocktails.

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    From:
    3 June 2025to8 June 2025
  6. Add Cheltenham Craft Market to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Craft Market

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    Market

    Cheltenham

    Located along Cheltenham Promenade, the monthly Cheltenham Crafts Market brings together local producers, craftspeople and artisans to create a market full of unique gifts, homeware and handmade goods.

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    21 June 2025
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  7. Add Cheltenham Music Festival to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Music Festival

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    Festival

    Cheltenham Music Festival returns for its 80th birthday celebrations, 4 - 18 July 2025, for eight days of incredible music. 

    Venue

    Cheltenham Town Hall, Cheltenham

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    From:
    4 July 2025to12 July 2025
  8. Add Lions at Large - The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail to your Itinerary

    Lions at Large - The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail

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    Free

    Cheltenham

    In the Summer of 2025, Lions at Large – The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail will be ‘roaring’ onto the streets of Cheltenham and Gloucester!
    32 large Lion sculptures will be designed and painted by local artists; celebrating Gloucestershire’s rich…

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    From:
    11 July 2025to14 Sept 2025
  9. Add Summer Jam: The Lakefest Warmup to your Itinerary

    Summer Jam: The Lakefest Warmup

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    Major Event

    Cheltenham

    The popular free music festival at The Brewery Quarter returns to kick start the summer holidays.

    Venue

    The Brewery Quarter, Cheltenham

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    25 July 2025to27 July 2025
  10. Add Cheltenham Heritage Open Days to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Heritage Open Days

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    Festival

    10 days of Cheltenham heritage free to explore! Discover Cheltenham and its heritage as buildings throw open their doors to the public with a full programme of exciting walks and fascinating talks.

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    12 Sept 2025to21 Sept 2025
  11. Add Cheltenham Literature Festival to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Literature Festival

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    Festival

    Cheltenham

    Cheltenham Literature Festival, 10-19 October, promises a feast for the mind. As the world’s longest-running literature festival, the annual event leads the way in celebrating the written and spoken word, presenting the best new voices in fiction…

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    10 Oct 2025to19 Oct 2025
  12. Add Cheltenham Jazz Festival... around town free music to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Jazz Festival... around town free music

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    Free

    Cheltenham

    Keep Wednesday 29 April to Monday 4 May 2026 clear in your calendar to enjoy six days of free music, part of the Cheltenham Jazz Festival.  Featuring the best of local talent performing at venues across Cheltenham - completely free of charge, thanks…

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    From:
    29 Apr 2026to4 May 2026

Ongoing Events

  1. Summer of Sound - Flora Fiora

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    Music

    Cheltenham

    Summer of Sound by The Cheltenham Trust.

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    24 May 2025Open 15:00 - 18:00
  2. Add Free Croquet Session to your Itinerary

    Free Croquet Session

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    Free

    Cheltenham

    Free Taster Session of Croquet

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    25 May 2025Open 13:00 - 17:00
  3. Add Bank Holiday Open Day to your Itinerary

    Bank Holiday Open Day

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    Free Event

    Cheltenham

    Bank Holiday Open Day at Escape Rooms Cheltenham and Eat Sleep Axe.

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    26 May 2025Open 12:00 - 16:00
  4. Add Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling on Coopers Hill to your Itinerary

    Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling on Coopers Hill

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    Competition/Game

    Gloucester

    The world-famous Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling returns on Monday 26 May 2025, bringing thrilling action and quirky tradition back to Cooper’s Hill near Gloucester. Every year, thousands of spectators and daring competitors flock to this iconic…

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    26 May 2025Open 12:00 -
  5. Summer of Sound - Joe Wheldon

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    Music

    Cheltenham

    Summer of Sound by The Cheltenham Trust.

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    30 May 2025Open 17:00 - 20:00
  6. The Big Benhall Yard Sale

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    Free

    Cheltenham

    An 'at home' car boot sale, with genuine sellers offering items straight from their houses.

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    31 May 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
  7. Add Cheltenham Antiques & Vintage Market to your Itinerary

    Cheltenham Antiques & Vintage Market

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    Antiques

    Cheltenham

    Your opportunity to browse antiques, collectables, vintage products, home decor, porcelain, jewellery, furniture and art once a month along Cheltenham Promenade.  

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    14 June 2025
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    10 May 2026
  8. Add Prestbury Open Gardens to your Itinerary

    Prestbury Open Gardens

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    Exhibition

    Prestbury, Cheltenham

    Open Gardens at Prestbury. More than 18 gardens open to visitors all round the village.

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    14 June 2025Open 13:00 - 17:30
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    15 June 2025Open 13:00 - 17:30
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