Leicestershire Events
Leicester Photographic Archive Pop Up Exhibition
Thu 17 Sep, Sat 19 Sep
The Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester LE1 5FQ
Heritage Open Day: Highlights of Leicester City Council’s photographic archive, themed exhibitions created by the volunteers...
Too Much Too Young
Fri 18 Sep
De Montfort Hall Granville Road Leicester LE1 7RU
The UK's smash hit ska theatre experience sweeping the nation. Get ready for an electrifying night of music with Too Much Too Young – The Music...
Melton Beer Festival
Fri 18 Sep and Sat 19 Sep
The Stockyard LE13 0NP
The Melton Beer, Cider & Gin Festival is back for 2026. Expect 40+ beers, ciders & gins from our region of choice...
I come from potatoes
Sat 19 Sep
The Green Space, Ravenhurst Rd, Leicester LE32PS
Heritage Open Day: What do potatoes have to do with heritage? Explore traditions, oral histories, creativity and food inspired by Eastern Europe...
Canal art painting at Foxton Locks
Sat 19 Sep
Foxton Locks Inn, Foxton Locks, Gumley Road, Foxton, Market Harborough LE16 7RA
Heritage Open Day: Join canal artist Alison Root for a hands-on workshop and discover the beauty of traditional canal art...
Jain Centre Leicester
Sat 19 Sep
Jain Centre, 32 Oxford Street, Leicester LE1 5XU
Heritage Open Day: Features include 44 magnificently carved sandstone pillars, a beautiful temple dome and ceiling with traditional carvings, a white...
Loughborough Heritage Open Weekend Apple Pressing
Sat 19 Sep
Fearon Hall, Rectory Road, Loughborough LE11 1PL
Heritage Open Day: Bring along your surplus apples and we will press them for juice using traditional methods...
Tell Tall Tales - An Immersive Musical Experience.
Sat 19 Sep
Pedestrian Ltd, 29-29A Horsefair Street, Leicester LE1 5BP
Heritage Open Day: Join Pedestrian on a musical journey through the stories of Tell Tall Tales - 9 local folklore stories interpreted into song by...
Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael
Sat 19 Sep
De Montfort Hall Granville Road Leicester LE1 7RU
Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, now...
Leicestershire housebuilder unveils new homes in Wigston
Sat 19 Sep
Redrow at Wigston Meadows, Wigston Meadows, Off Seddon Road, Wigston LE18 3UL
A housebuilder is inviting prospective homebuyers to the launch of new show homes at its latest development in Leicestershire, giving them a chance...
Whittling demonstration at Foxton Locks
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Foxton Locks Inn, Foxton Locks, Gumley Road, Foxton, Market Harborough LE16 7RA
Heritage Open Day: See the heritage craft of whittling brought to life through a live demonstration by Luke Bailey, The Whittling Nurse...
Historical Overview of Unity House
Sat 19 Sep
Unity House, 21 Fennel Street, Loughborough LE11 1UQ
Heritage Open Day: Historical documents will be available tracing Unity House's history from its inception as a medical aid centre in 1889, its...
531 years of Loughborough Grammar School - Tower Opening and Exhibitions
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Burton Walks, Loughborough LE11 2DU
Heritage Open Day: The 1852 Building will be open including the tower, which is accessed by 59 steps up a spiral staircase, giving a great view of...
Walking With Witches
Sat 19 Sep
St Peter's Church, Hallaton Road, Horninghold, Market Harborough LE16 8DH
Heritage Open Day: Come to St Peter’s Church in Horninghold to discover how four villagers came to be accused of being witches and were put through...
All Saints with Holy Trinity, Historic Parish Church, Loughborough
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Loughborough Parish Church, Steeple Row, Loughborough LE11 1EE
Heritage Open Day: Visit Loughborough's only Grade 1 listed building and learn more about the history of the church building and it's...
On the Buses
Sun 20 Sep
Stoneygate Tram Depot, 453 London Road, Leicester LE2 3JW
Heritage Open Day: Celebrating the people who worked On the Buses and kept the wheels of Leicester's public transport services moving...
Leicester Secular Hall Open Day
Sun 20 Sep
Leicester Secular Hall, 75 Humberstone Gate, Leicester LE1 1WB
Heritage Open Day: Secular Hall: new exhibition & guided tour - Come and see this unique building rooted in Leicester's radical past...
Ullesthorpe Windmill open day
Sun 20 Sep
Mill Rd, Ullesthorpe, near Lutterworth LE17 5DE
Ullesthorpe Mill, an imposing 5 storey tower windmill dating back to about 1800, is open to the public for the day...
Leicestershire Archaeological & Historical Society: Special Library Event
Sun 20 Sep
The Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester LE1 5FQ
Heritage Open Day: The Leicestershire Archaeological & Historical Society invites you to explore our magnificent archival sources and rare book...
FREE taster session with the Hinckley Rock Choir
Mon 21 Sep, Mon 19 Oct, Mon 2 Nov, Mon 16 Nov
Richmond Primary School, Towers Drive, Hinckley LE10 0ZD
Are you looking to find a choir?
Your friendly local Hinckley choir is run by Leicestershire based musician Mark O'Malley. Our No...
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Wed 23 Sep
De Montfort Hall Granville Road Leicester LE1 7RU
Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!
The Banff Mountain Film Festival Blue Programme features a...
Join our choir in Market Harborough for a FREE taster session
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 7 Oct, and more dates until Wed 25 Nov
Welland Park Academy, Welland Park Road, Market Harborough LE16 9DR
Do you want to find a choir near you?
The Market Harborough Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Dave Easter...
Join our choir in Leicester for a FREE taster session
Thu 24 Sep, Thu 1 Oct, Thu 12 Nov, Thu 26 Nov
Oadby Trinity Methodist Church, Harborough Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4LA
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Leicester Rock Choir...
The Phantoms Starring Lee Mead
Thu 24 Sep
De Montfort Hall Granville Road Leicester LE1 7RU
West End and TV sensation Lee Mead stars in The Phantoms.
In this spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time,...
Daniel O'Reilly - Let's Have It
Fri 25 Sep
De Montfort Hall Granville Road Leicester LE1 7RU
Coming off the back of a 62 date sold-out tour, selling over 40,000 tickets; Daniel is embarking on his next national show!...
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Things to do around Leicestershire
Here's a concise summary of fun and engaging activities you can enjoy during a day out in Leicestershire, a charming county in England:
1. Charnwood Forest Alpacas: Located on the Leicestershire-Derbyshire border, this alpaca farm offers a unique experience. Get up close with these adorable creatures, as well as horses, donkeys, sheep, pigs, chickens, and cats. Afterward, visit The Chilli Bean for a drink or tasty afternoon tea.
2. National Space Centre: Embark on an out-of-this-world journey at the National Space Centre. Explore themed galleries with over 150 interactive experiences. Don't miss the awe-inspiring 360° fulldome planetarium show. The centre hosts exciting events, including astronomy evenings, movie-themed events, and special weekends like Star Wars and LEGO.
3. Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre & Country Park: Immerse yourself in the history of the Wars of the Roses at this multi-award-winning interactive exhibition. Learn about the Battle of Bosworth and explore the pristine country park.
These attractions offer a mix of nature, science, and history, making your day in Leicestershire both educational and enjoyable! 🌟🌿🚀
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