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
Leicester Caribbean Carnival

Celebrate Leicester’s diverse cultures and experience the traditions of the Caribbean in one colourful celebration at the Caribbean Carnival!
1. 3 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
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
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
Mods: Shaping a Generation

Mods: Shaping a Generation tells the story of the 1960’s Mod scene in Leicester and Nottingham and how they were connected, concentrating on the themes of social, financial and creative freedom via exclusive first-hand eye witness accounts and unpublished images.
1. 13 Apr 201930 Jun 2019
Events Calendar
Revive Festival

Revive is inspired by the 'Mods: Shaping a Generation' and Modified exhibition at New Walk Museum and Soft Touch Arts, running until 30th June.
1. 15 Jun 201930 Jun 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