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60 upcoming events across the West Country

Carnivals

Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival 2027

Fri, 5 Nov 2027

Bridgwater, Somerset

The world's largest illuminated carnival procession returns to Bridgwater for another spectacular night of lights and pageantry.

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Dorset County Show 2027

Sat, 4 Sep 2027

Dorchester, Dorset

Dorset's premier agricultural show returns for another year celebrating the county's farming heritage and rural culture.

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Outdoor

Dartmouth Royal Regatta 2027

Wed, 25 Aug 2027

Dartmouth, Devon

The spectacular three-day maritime festival returns with sailing races, the Red Arrows, fireworks and live entertainment.

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Music

Boardmasters 2027

Wed, 4 Aug 2027

Newquay, Cornwall

The world-class surf and music festival returns to Watergate Bay, Newquay, for another year of headline acts and surfing competitions.

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Sidmouth Folk Festival 2027

Fri, 30 Jul 2027

Sidmouth, Devon

The beloved folk music and dance festival returns to seaside Sidmouth for a week of concerts, ceilidhs and celebrations.

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Port Eliot Festival 2027

Thu, 22 Jul 2027

St Germans, Cornwall

The magical arts, music and literature festival returns to Port Eliot estate for another year of immersive arts experiences.

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Music

Swanage Jazz Festival

Fri, 9 Jul 2027

Swanage, Dorset

A popular seaside jazz festival featuring live performances by leading jazz musicians across Swanage town and seafront venues. The 2027 festival runs 9–11 July — line-up and ticket details to be announced.

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Verwood Carnival

Thu, 1 Jul 2027

Verwood, Dorset

Annual carnival in Verwood. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Wareham Carnival

Thu, 1 Jul 2027

Wareham, Dorset

Wareham's annual community carnival. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Music

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Wed, 23 Jun 2027

Pilton, Somerset

The world's most famous music and performing arts festival, held on Worthy Farm in the Vale of Avalon, Somerset. Wednesday 23rd – Sunday 27th June 2027.

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Glastonbury Festival 2027

Wed, 23 Jun 2027

Pilton, Somerset

The world-renowned music and performing arts festival returns to Worthy Farm, Somerset for its 2027 edition.

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Glastonbury Festival 2027

Wed, 23 Jun 2027 Gates open

Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset

The world's most famous music and performing arts festival, held at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset. Five days of music, theatre, circus, cabaret, and more across hundreds of stages. A truly bucket-list experience on the doorstep of the West Country.

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Eden Sessions 2027

Sun, 20 Jun 2027

St Austell, Cornwall

The iconic outdoor concert series returns to the Eden Project biomes for another summer season of world-class headline performances.

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Corfe Mullen Carnival

Tue, 1 Jun 2027

Corfe Mullen, Dorset

Community carnival in Corfe Mullen. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Dorchester Carnival

Tue, 1 Jun 2027

Dorchester, Dorset

Dorchester's community carnival. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Wool Carnival

Tue, 1 Jun 2027

Wool, Dorset

Annual community carnival in Wool. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Glastonbury Guy Fawkes Carnival

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 6:45 PM

Glastonbury, Somerset

The finale of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, with spectacular illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands closing out the season.

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Wells City Carnival

Fri, 20 Nov 2026

Wells, Somerset

Wells City illuminated carnival. Date to be confirmed — see official page for details.

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Wells Guy Fawkes Carnival

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 7:00 PM

Wells, Somerset

Part of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, featuring illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands through England's smallest city.

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Markets

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 10:00 - 20:00

Exeter, Devon

Over 90 wooden chalets beneath the magnificent cathedral, offering handmade gifts, local produce, and festive treats.

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Shepton Mallet Carnival

Wed, 18 Nov 2026

Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Shepton Mallet.

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Shepton Mallet Guy Fawkes Carnival

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 7:30 PM

Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Part of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, featuring illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands.

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Midsomer Norton Carnival (Independent)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 7:00 PM

Midsomer Norton, Somerset

An independent Somerset illuminated carnival featuring spectacular brightly lit floats, costumed performers, and community spirit.

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Midsomer Norton Carnival

Mon, 16 Nov 2026

Midsomer Norton, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Midsomer Norton.

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North Petherton Guy Fawkes Carnival

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 7:00 PM

North Petherton, Somerset

Part of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, featuring illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands through the village.

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North Petherton Carnival

Sat, 14 Nov 2026

North Petherton, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in North Petherton.

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Weston-super-Mare Guy Fawkes Carnival

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 7:00 PM

Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Part of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, featuring illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands through the town.

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Weston-super-Mare Carnival

Fri, 13 Nov 2026

Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Weston-super-Mare.

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Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea Guy Fawkes Carnival

Mon, 9 Nov 2026 7:30 PM

Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

Part of the Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit, featuring illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands through the town.

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Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea Carnival

Mon, 9 Nov 2026

Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea.

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Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival

Sat, 7 Nov 2026 6:00 PM

Bridgwater, Somerset

The world-famous Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival circuit kicks off in Bridgwater. Spectacular brightly lit floats, costumed performers, and marching bands light up the town.

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Bridgwater Carnival

Sat, 7 Nov 2026

Bridgwater, Somerset

The famous Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival — the largest illuminated carnival in the world.

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Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival

Fri, 6 Nov 2026

Bridgwater, Somerset

The world's largest illuminated carnival procession, featuring extraordinary, intricately designed illuminated carts and costumed performers.

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Arts & Culture

Bridport Literary Festival

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 Various

Bridport, Dorset

A week-long celebration of the written word featuring renowned authors, poets, and storytellers in this charming West Dorset market town.

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Warminster Carnival (Wessex Grand Prix Circuit)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 6:45 PM

Warminster, Somerset

Part of the Wessex Grand Prix Carnival Circuit — illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands.

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Trowbridge Carnival (Wessex Grand Prix Circuit)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 7:00 PM

Trowbridge, Somerset

Part of the Wessex Grand Prix Carnival Circuit — illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands.

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Honiton Carnival (East Devon Illuminated Circuit)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

Honiton, Devon

Finale of the East Devon Illuminated Carnival Circuit, with spectacular lit floats and costumed performers through the historic lace town of Honiton.

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Castle Cary Carnival (Wessex Grand Prix Circuit)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 7:00 PM

Castle Cary, Somerset

Part of the Wessex Grand Prix Carnival Circuit — illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands.

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Taunton Carnival (South Somerset Circuit)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 7:00 PM

Taunton, Somerset

Part of the South Somerset Federation Carnival Circuit — illuminated floats, costumed performers, and community spirit.

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Taunton Carnival

Sat, 17 Oct 2026

Taunton, Somerset

Annual community carnival in the county town of Taunton.

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Wincanton Carnival (Wessex Grand Prix Circuit)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 7:30 PM

Wincanton, Somerset

Part of the Wessex Grand Prix Carnival Circuit — illuminated floats, costumed performers, and marching bands.

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Arts & Culture

Wells Festival of Literature

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Wells, Somerset

An acclaimed literary festival set in the historic city of Wells, featuring celebrated authors, workshops and readings across a range of genres.

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Food & Drink

Dartmouth Food Festival

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00 - 17:00

Dartmouth, Devon

Three days celebrating the finest food and drink from Devon and beyond, with celebrity chef demonstrations, local producer stalls, and waterfront dining.

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