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What's on in Wiltshire

Centrally located along the Great West Way is the timeless county of Wiltshire. Full of heritage, rolling countryside and lively communities, Wiltshire offers the perfect base for a variety of annual events. From family-friendly events around half term and summer holidays, to music and folk festivals, find out what's on in Wiltshire this season.

Family-Friendly Events in Wiltshire

If you are planning a Great West Way trip with your family this year, be sure to explore Wiltshire during your visit. Packed with family-friendly events that entertain and inspire all year round, Wiltshire is home to a range of seasonal highlights including Easter trails, arts and craft and outdoor activities.

Longleat Festival of Light

One of the most popular Christmas light trails in Wiltshire is Longleat’s Festival of Light. Discover immersive and interactive lanterns as you experience a different theme each year, from historic events to storybook favourites. This lantern display stretches across the entire Safari Park, making it one of the biggest light trails along the Great West Way!

Marlborough Big and Little Mop Fair

Marlborough’s Big and Little Mop fair offers a host of family-fun activities during October, with local food stalls, carousel rides, music and more.

Wiltshire is more than a place to visit—it’s a county that celebrates life throughout the year. From enchanting winter lights to joyful summer festivals, there’s always something happening just around the corner. So whether you’re planning in advance or looking for spontaneous fun, Wiltshire delivers a full calendar of unforgettable events.

Annual Events in Wiltshire

Throughout the year, Wiltshire hosts a range of popular events, from historic celebrations of Summer Solstice at Stonehenge to Longleats' Christmas Festival of Light, as well as plenty of music and literary festivals, seasonal markets and family-fun days out in between. There’s always something to enjoy in Wiltshire, no matter when you visit.

Icons of the Sky at Longleat

Icons of the Sky returns to Longleat every September, featuring a range of sky displays including colourful hot air balloons and iconic flight performances. It’s an air festival like no other! Taking place during the 2^nd weekend of September every year, experience the adventure with 3 days of breath-taking flying displays and balloon launches, where vibrant colours and shapes fill the horizon.

Cultural & Music Events in Wiltshire

Taking place across Wiltshire each year is a diverse range of cultural and music events. From Chippenham’s Folk Festival bringing traditional tunes and lively dancing to the streets, to intimate acoustic sessions at Wiltshire Music Centre in Bradford on Avon, there’s something for every musical taste. Whether you enjoy classical, folk, jazz, or contemporary sounds, Wiltshire hits the right note all year-round.

Chippenham Folk Festival

Taking place every May, the Chippenham Folk Festival is a celebration of traditional dance, music, and song. Expect Morris dancing in the streets, workshops, and live performances. This family-friendly cultural event in Wiltshire is great value for a full weekend of entertainment.

Make sure you stop off in Wiltshire as part of your Great West Way journey and discover plenty of things to do - with fun events of all kinds taking place every month. From family-friendly festivals to Christmas extravaganzas, find out What’s On in Wiltshire during your visit.

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February half term at the American Museum & Gardens

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American Museum & Gardens, Claverton Manor, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD

Telephone
+44 (0)1225 460503

enquiries@americanmuseum.org

Bath

Enjoy American-inspired crafts and activities and a new family trail.

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Unseen Colour by Werner Bischof: Photography Exhibition

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Fox Talbot Museum, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2LG

Lacock

Unseen Colour presents a treasure trove of previously unknown colour images from the late 1930s and early 1940s. Find it in the Fox Talbot Museum from 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2026.

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Johns' Boys Welsh Male Voice Choir – 10th Anniversary Concert at Salisbury Cathedral

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Sailsbury Cathedral, Sailsbury, Sailsbury, SP1 2EJ

Telephone
07792912430

marketing@johnsboys.co.uk

Sailsbury

Join Johns' Boys Welsh Male Choir as they celebrate 10 incredible years of music-making with their 2025 UK Anniversary Tour!
From their roots in North Wales to performing on some of the world's biggest stages, Johns' Boys have become one of the…

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Chippenham Folk Festival

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The Cause Art Centre, Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD

Telephone
01249 657190

info@chippfolk.co.uk

Chippenham

Chippenham & Chester combine for one amazing online Folk Festival experience in May!

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WOMAD Festival

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Charlton Park, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, SN16 9DG

Telephone
08451461735

info@womad.org

Malmesbury

The WOMAD 2026 festival will be held at Neston Park Estate, confirming the new location near Corsham in Wiltshire after a year-long hiatus in 2025!

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Ramsfest

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The Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery, Stockclose Farm, Aldbourne, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 2NN

Telephone
01672 541407

events@ramsbury.com

Aldbourne, Marlborough

Rams Fest 2026 is set to return to the stunning grounds of Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th May 2026, promising a weekend packed with live music, award-winning drinks, and laid-back countryside festival vibes.

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Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend at American Museum & Gardens

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American Museum & Gardens, Bath, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD

Telephone
+44 (0) 1225 460503

enquiries@americanmuseum.org

Bath

This exhibition celebrates the extraordinary work of a group of African American women from a remote river island community in Alabama.

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Iford Manor Jazz Festival

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Freshford, Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 2BA

Telephone
+44 (0)1225 863146

info@ifordmanor.co.uk

Bradford-on-Avon

Exceptional summer days and evenings in the beautiful surroundings of Iford Manor's Grade 1 listed gardens. Grab your friends, picnic blankets and drinks for a weekend of peripatetic delight.

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Dorothy House Interactive Nature Trail

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Dorothy House Hospice Care, Winsley House, Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshie, BA1 6AA

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+44 (0) 7443633068

info@dorothyhouse-hospice.org.uk

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon

Situated just off the public footpaths from the Kennet and Avon Canal at nearby Avoncliff or Limpley Stoke, the Dorothy House Interactive Nature Trail in Winsley is a perfect spot to take a pause and learn more about the incredibly bio-diverse…

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Devizes Outdoor Celebratory Arts (DOCA)

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Market Place, Devizes, Wilts, SN10 1JG

info@docadevizes.org.uk

Devizes

DOCA produce and curate some of the region's most spectacular events and festivals, bringing the local community and visitors alike, together for fun, celebration and festivity.

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Corsham Walking Festival

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Beechfield Road, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9DN

Telephone
07429516748

chair@corshamwalkingfestival.org.uk

Corsham

CORSHAM WALKING FESTIVAL 2025
13th - 15th June
Welcome to this year's Corsham Walking Festival.
For this years' Walking Festival, we have again numerous walks, and we hope you will find something to enjoy. To cater for a wide range of…

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Carnival Soapbox Derby

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Castle Street, Trowbridge, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AY

Trowbridge

All the thrills and spills of this morning of fun soapbox racing, with categories for adults and children. See poster for more details.

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