Festivals & Music

Home to Kasabian and the Leicester Symphony Orchestra, Leicester’s got all musical bases covered. With the O2 Academy and De Montfort Hall attracting top names, and venues like The Soundhouse and Firebug showcasing up-and-coming local talent, Leicester’s live music scene has never been more vibrant. Don’t miss the celebration of independent music at Handmade Festival or the family-friendly summer festival with live music stage, Riverside Festival.

If that doesn’t float your boat, look out for live music in the medieval Guildhall, reggae and soca at the Caribbean Carnival, and the soothing sounds of classical music at the Leicester International Music Festival.

And if it’s festival fun you’re after, you’ve come to the right place. From our famous Comedy Festival to the biggest Diwali party outside India, Leicester’s festival programme has got something for everyone.

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Summer of Festivals

Leicester has festivals all year round and this summer is by no means an exception.
1. 20 May 201931 Aug 2019
Belgrave Food & Garden Festival

Join us for our ever popular event which showcases products from local suppliers in the beautiful setting of Belgrave Hall & Gardens.
1. 14 Sep 201915 Sep 2019
Leicester Pride

Leicester Pride is Leicester’s annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) festival, held at the beginning of September each year.
1. 31 Aug 2019
Years and Years and Jax Jones

We are opening up our gardens for a series of large-scale outdoor events this August. Join us for a summer of fun...
1. 25 Aug 2019
June Highlights
Seemingly endless summer days are here, perfect for getting stuck into the many events and activities on offer this month!

31 May 2019
The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

Uncover the story of the talented artists who illustrated Ladybird books for more than 30 years.
1. 13 Jul 20191 Sep 2019
Kaiser Chiefs, The Vaccines and The Twang

We are opening up our gardens for a series of large-scale outdoor events this August. Join us for a summer of fun...
1. 18 Aug 2019
City Festival

The 2019 City Festival takes place over seven fun-packed days in August and this year’s theme is ‘Out of this World’, celebrating all things outer space.
1. 19 Aug 201925 Aug 2019
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