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35 upcoming events across the West Country

Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival 2027Carnivals

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 2027Festivals

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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Dartmouth Royal Regatta 2027Outdoor

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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Boardmasters 2027Music

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 2027Music

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 2027Festivals

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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Swanage Jazz FestivalMusic

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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Wareham CarnivalCarnivals

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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Verwood CarnivalCarnivals

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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Glastonbury Festival 2027Festivals

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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Glastonbury Festival 2027Music

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 2027Music

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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Eden Sessions 2027Music

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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Wool CarnivalCarnivals

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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Dorchester CarnivalCarnivals

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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Corfe Mullen CarnivalCarnivals

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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Glastonbury Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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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Exeter Cathedral Christmas MarketMarkets

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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Wells Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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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Wells City CarnivalCarnivals

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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Shepton Mallet CarnivalCarnivals

Shepton Mallet Carnival

Wed, 18 Nov 2026
Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Shepton Mallet.

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Shepton Mallet Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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)Carnivals

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 CarnivalCarnivals

Midsomer Norton Carnival

Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Midsomer Norton, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in Midsomer Norton.

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North Petherton CarnivalCarnivals

North Petherton Carnival

Sat, 14 Nov 2026
North Petherton, Somerset

Annual illuminated carnival in North Petherton.

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North Petherton Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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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Weston-super-Mare Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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 CarnivalCarnivals

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 CarnivalCarnivals

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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Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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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Bridgwater Guy Fawkes CarnivalCarnivals

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 CarnivalCarnivals

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 CarnivalCarnivals

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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Bridport Literary FestivalArts & 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)Carnivals

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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