Sudeley Castle - Spectacle of Light
24th November - 30th December 2023
Explore our magical after-dark experience and follow the New illuminated trail around the beautiful castle ground.
Events and Festivals
Cheltenham is renowned for its many festivals throughout the year. Whether its a day out at the races or enjoying some tasty treats at the food and drink festival there is something for everybody.
Festival Trials Day - 27th January
The last Cheltenham race day before the Cheltenham Festival in March and there is always an excitable atmosphere. Huge crowds gather to catch a glimpse of Festival contenders as they show the world what they're really made of!
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Cheltenham Science Festival - 4th - 9th June
This annual festival brings together the UK’s most respected scientists, favourite science communicators, writers, and artists to talk about today’s hottest topics.
Badminton Horse Trails 8th - 12th May 2024
Top International Equestrian event featuring Dressage, Jumping and Cross-Country competitions.
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Cheltenham Craft Festival, 1st - 6th May
Cheltenham, The Festival Town, is home to one of the country’s best-loved jazz festivals, attracting over 20,000 music fans annually. The popular annual event will next take place 1 - 6 May 2024.
The Cheltenham Festival - 12th - 15th March
The biggest, boldest jump racing event of the year - The Cheltenham Festival starts on the 12th March - 15th March.
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Cheltenham Jazz Festival
26th April - 1st May!
Cheltenham has become one of the country’s best-loved jazz festivals, home to over 20,000 music fans.
Montpellier Gardens Festival Village, it’s the hottest May Bank Holiday ticket around.
The April Meeting
The final chance to watch the professionals test themselves on the track before the summer break; two days of quality racing.
19th and 20th April
Race Night - Hunter Chase Racing
Cheltenham's racing season comes to an end with its evening fixture on Friday 5th May.
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Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts
9th May to 18th May 2024!
The annual Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts is packed with performances in music, dance and drama from local schools, dance schools, theatre groups and music clubs.
Fantasy Forest Festival at Sudeley Castle
Set within the stunning grounds of Sudeley Castle, Fantasy Forest Festival offers a unique, inclusive experience against the backdrop of one of the Cotswolds most magnificent family friendly attractions.
19 July 2024 to 21 July 2024
Winchcombe, Gloucestershire
Cotswold Festival of Steam 25th - 27th May
Railway / Train Events
Gloucestershire, Cheltenham
Cotswold Festival of Steam - heritage railway steam extravaganza
Wychwood Festival
The annual summer family festival "Wychwood" is held at Cheltenham Racecourse from 31st May - 2nd June.
A brilliant weekend for all ages.
Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire
Cheltenham Science Festival
4th - 9th June.
How long is a piece of string? What makes the world turn? And why does chocolate taste so good?
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival
13th & 14th July
It is now widely regarded as the largest free medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, attracting re-enactors, traders, entertainers, and visitors from all over the world.
Cheltenham Running Festival
A unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k, half marathon around the famous Cheltenham Racecourse
Takes place on Sunday 16th June.
@ Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival
Montpellier Gardens
23rd, 24th and 25th June.
Celebrate food and drink and enjoy live music, free wine tasting talks, cheese tasting, artisan food producers along with a huge array of cookery demonstrations.
Midsummer Fiesta
Montpellier Gardens - Saturday 15th July.
Cheltenham's favourite family fiesta including music, dance, theatre and arts performances for all ages.
Gloucester History Festival Spring Weekend
Friday, April 21 - Sunday, April
Blackfriars Priory
Ladybellegate Street, Gloucester, GL1
Cheltenham Cricket Festival
Dates not yet confirmed for 2024.
A highlight of the summer and an unmissable opportunity for any cricket fan to experience the longest running cricket festival in the world.
Cheltenham Literature Festival
2024 dates yet to be confirmed.
Welcoming the world’s greatest writers and thinkers to Cheltenham.
The Gin to my Tonic Festival
The Gin To My Tonic Festival returns to Cheltenham Town Hall on 9th and 10th December, bringing together over 120+ different craft gins and spirits from across the UK and beyond.
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New Years Day Racing
1st There is no better way to start the new year than an excellent jam packed day at Cheltenhams racecourse.
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