January
January Party
Roman Baths & Pump Room
Extend the festive season into the New Year and join in the January Party Night!
Please call 01225 444477 or email bath.christmas@searcys.co.uk ... More
February
Shakespeare Unplugged Festival
Theatre Royal
Late Feb - Early March
An annual festival where the work of the Bard is celebrated in a wide range of performances at the Ustinov Studio and the egg theatre ... More
March
Bath Comedy Festival
Late March / Early April
An annual event, Bath Comedy Festival boasts a fantastic line-up, with more shows and more performers taking part every year, in a variety of venues ... More
Bath Half Marathon
Early March
The Bath Half Marathon - or 'Bath Half' is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK. ... More
Bath Literature Festival
Early March
This annual week long festival takes place in historic buildings throughout the city. It features some of the most intelligent, creative, and cutting edge thinkers ... More
Mid-Somerset Festival
Various locations
A simple objective - to encourage performance at its most enjoyable level. A whole range of performing arts are on offer at this two week ... More
Quilting Bee
American Museum in Britain
Every Tuesday, 12noon - 4pm
Quilting groups from all over the region demonstrate their talents and chat with visitors in our Textiles Room. ... More
Shakespeare Unplugged Festival
Theatre Royal
Late Feb - Early March
An annual festival where the work of the Bard is celebrated in a wide range of performances at the Ustinov Studio and the egg theatre ... More
April
Bath Comedy Festival
Late March / Early April
An annual event, Bath Comedy Festival boasts a fantastic line-up, with more shows and more performers taking part every year, in a variety of venues ... More
Easter Candlelit Concert
Bath Assembly Rooms
Early April
An atmospheric concert held at the Bath Assembly Rooms.
For more info contact the NT on 01225 477173. ... More
Kids Stuff
American Museum in Britain
Thursday 9, 1-4pm - Folk Art Figures.
Saturday 11 – Monday 13, 12noon-5pm. Bunny Trail. Follow the trail to find the secret password and win ... More
Quilting Bee
American Museum in Britain
Tuesday 7, 14, 21, 28. 12noon-4pm. ... More
May
Bath Coffee Festival
Recreation Ground
A 2 day event with exhibitors to explore, Music Tent, Demo Theatre, Coffee Academy and more. ... More
Bath Fringe Festival
Various venues
Late May - Mid June
Bath Fringe is a 17-Day festival of all the artforms in the City of Bath. The Bath Fringe maintains its independence, both of spirit and ... More
Bath International Music Festival
Late May to early June
The Bath International Music Festival celebrates all that’s best in music. The Festival takes place annually over 12 days in late May/early June, and showcases ... More
Bath International Music Festival, Opening Night Celebrations
Royal Victoria Park
Mid - late May
The first Friday of the Festival hosts Party in the City, a mammoth night of free music in concert venues, parks, shops, restaurants and bars ... More
Bath Spring Flower Show
Royal Victoria Park
May Bank Holiday
A wonderful event for everyone who enjoys gardening and outdoor life - with stunning exhibitions, interesting lectures, competitions and entertainment for all to enjoy. ... More
Quilting Bee
American Museum in Britain
Tuesday 5, 12, 19, 26. 12noon-4pm. ... More
June
Harley Davidson Rally
American Museum in Britain
Hear the roar of those mighty engines and it can only mean one thing – a spectacular display of the quintessential American motorcycle, organized by ... More
Mini-Music Festival
American Museum in Britain
Saturday 27, all day. A celebration of traditional American music including workshops, performances and demonstrations – see website for full details. ... More
Motorcycle Rally
American Museum in Britain
Sunday 21, 2pm. Members of the Oxford and Cheltenham Harley Davidson Clubs will be displaying their bikes and giving an informal talk on the history ... More
Quilting Bee
American Museum in Britain
Tuesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 12noon-4pm. ... More
Somerset County Cricket Festival
The Recreation Ground
The Recreation Ground is a wonderful setting for a Cricket Festival. The charm and elegance of this festival ground with its views of the Roman ... More
July
4th of July Celebrations
American Museum in Britain
4th July
12noon-5pm. The Crown Forces Drill Display, an 18th Century gentleman, family games and activities, topped off with a classic rock ‘n roll band (who ... More
Bath International Guitar Festival
Late July - Mid August
This festival has been growing steadily over more that 10 years and is now a major music event that embraces the guitar’s influences in all ... More
The Roman Baths by Torchlight
The Roman Baths
Throughout July
Guided Walk exploring the wondrous torch-lit Roman Baths.
Tel: +44 (0) 1225 477785
Email: romanbaths_bookings@bathnes.gov.uk ... More
August
British Transplant Games Bath
Various venues around Bath including royal Victoria Park and the Bath University Sports Village.
This is a national sporting event for organ recipients and entry ... More
The Roman Baths by Torchlight
Throughout August
Guided Walk exploring the wondrous torch-lit Roman Baths.
Tel: +44 (0) 1225 477785
Email: romanbaths_bookings@bathnes.gov.uk ... More
September
Bath Festival of Children's Literature
Black Swan Festival
Bath Racecourse
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for ... More
Jane Austen Festival
Various venues
Late September
Throughout Bath many events are organised to celebrate the life and works of Jane Austen.
Email: jafestivalbath@gmail.com ... More
November
Advent Procession by Candlelight
Bath Abbey
Late Nov / Early Dec
One of the most popular services of the Abbey’s year. A magical candlelit service with music and readings to mark the beginning of Advent.
Entrance is ... More
Bath Christmas Market
End Nov - Early Dec
In the heart of Bath's main shopping district, 129 traditional wooden chalets adorn the streets; each one offering unique, handmade and unusual gifts, decorations and ... More
Bath Film Festival
Late November
Bath Film Festival is one of the
most successful film festivals in the South West.
Each November we screen an
eclectic mix of specialist films, features, documentaries, ... More
Bath Mozartfest
Early - Mid November
An annual celebration of great music and great music-making with concerts in beautiful venues around Bath, and the music of Mozart playing a central role.
Box ... More
December
An American Christmas
The American Museum
Early December
Enjoy the Museum’s Christmas decorations after hours at this special late opening. Pop into the café for seasonal refreshments and then immerse yourselves in the ... More
Carol Services
Bath Abbey
There are Carols for Shoppers every Saturday leading up to Christmas, and Family Carol Services on the Sunday before Christmas and Christmas Eve.
Tel: +44 (0) ... More
Carols by Candlelight
The Pump Room
Mid December
A magical evening of traditional and contemporary carols with City of
Bath Bach Coir, who will be performing in the Pump Rooms.
Featuring the City of ... More
Christmas Concert - Bath Abbey Choirs
Bath Abbey
Mid December
Featuring the Abbey's Choirs of Girls and Men, plus organ and harp, and the traditional candlelit performance of Benjamin Britten's 'A Ceremony of Carols' by ... More
Handel 'Messiah'
Bath Abbey
Early December
The Bath Choral Society’s renowned concerts of Messiah in December are always performed to exceptional critical acclaim.
The performances of the nation’s favourite choral ... More
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