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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Christmas in Leicester

The brightest time of the year will soon be upon us, and Leicester will be transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland.
1. 15 Nov 20196 Jan 2020
Jubilee Square Ice Rink

Due to popular demand the real ice rink will be back in Jubilee Square!
1. 5 Dec 20195 Jan 2020
Christmas Lights Switch-On

The most wonderful time of the year kicks off on Thursday 21 November with Leicester’s Christmas Lights Switch-On.
1. 21 Nov 2019
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Abbey Park Bonfire & Firework Display

Be dazzled by Leicester’s biggest bonfire and firework display at the city’s official celebration!
1. 2 Nov 2019
November Highlights
Memories of summer holidays lounging by the pool are long gone as we bid farewell to summer and say hello to the chillier and darker winter nights.

29 Oct 2019
Christmas in Leicester

The brightest time of the year will soon be upon us, and Leicester will be transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland.
1. 15 Nov 20196 Jan 2020
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