Our World Renowned Events
Our events may not all be so highly acclaimed as WOMAD - arguably the best World Music festival in the whole world - but we do have some absolute crackers on the schedule.
Take a look at our calendar to get an idea of what's coming up for us all to enjoy.
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WOMAD - for those who aren't yet aware - is a festival for the entire family and is just a longish morning's walk from town in mid-summer.
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THE BARN THEATRE
Award winning, state-of-the-art, professional theatre and producing house - based in the heart of the Cotswolds - and on our doorstep.
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REGULAR EVENT VENUES
THE GOODS SHED
A stupendous facility providing a cocktail of wonderful art and community based events - centred in the town's historic, but now repurposed, old railway building.
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WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM
This magnificent collection of mature trees from around the world also plays host to an eclectic collection of events throughout the calendar year.
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SUNDIAL THEATRE
A wonderful theatre with a packed programme of plays, films, speakers, comedians and musicians. Sundial presents a complete mix of entertainment.
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FEATURED MAIN EVENTS
BIG CRAFT FAIR - MALMESBURY
27 MAY 23
TETFEST
This is Tetbury's own festival of music and fun for all the family. Unlike the musicians and artists at WOMAD, those at Tetfest are all a lot more local.
08 JUL 23
WOMAD
This world famous festival of music and dance is a cultural gem and the highlight in our calendar. It offers so much to family of all ages - and is an experience not to miss.
27-30 JUL 23
WESTONBIRT ANTIQUES FAIR
A well established 3-day fair showcasing Quality Antiques with up to 80 stands.
11-13 AUG 23
THAMES HEAD CHALLENGE
A 130mile charity bike ride from Putney to Kemble-ish. Teams of up to 4 riders take turns to carry their Team baton from London back to the source of the River Thames.
27 AUG 23
DIDMARTON BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
This is one of the biggest and finest bluegrass festivals in the country. It also features an eclectic mix of folk, rockabilly, jazz, Americana, banjos, bikers and bonfires. Not to be missed if you're into all this.
01-03 SEP 23
TETBURY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Tetbury's annual music festival returns with a varied Renaissance and contemporary programme of music at St Mary's Church - with a pre-festival concert as well as lectures at The Goods Shed.
23 SEP - 01 OCT 23
FLYING MONK ARTS TRAIL
It's open house weekend when we can meet artists in their studios and buy direct. There is a wide mix of artists to meet too - inc. potters, painters, jewellers and ironworkers.
TBA SEP 23
OFF THE RAILS FESTIVAL - FREE!
This is the second running of this great Tetbury Goods Shed event and there is so much happening! There is music and singing, food and drink, craft stalls and activities. It will be a great day of family fun!
TBA SEP 23
WESTONBIRT FLOWER SHOW
This new event in the calendar is not just about flowers! There is so much going on here - from dog shows to fun rides - competitions of all kinds to stalls of goodies and plenty of food. Entry is free!
TBA SEP 23
The TETBURY WACKY RACES
Home made and semi-pro built soap boxes hurtle downhill to laughs and amazement of the massed crowds. It's Tetbury's own Silverstone Day.
TBA MAY 24
The TETBURY WOOLSACK RACES
An ancient tradition in this old Cotswold woollen town is the race up Gumstool Hill - by our young, fit and oddly dressed woolsack carrying town's folk.
TBA MAY 24
