What’s On in and around Cirencester

  • A busy town square with market stalls, historical buildings, pedestrians, and bunting overhead.

    Markets

    Award winning historic Charter Markets, Arts & Crafts Market, Farmers' Market and Specialty Market.

  • People sitting inside a bandstand in a park surrounded by trees.

    Bands in the Park

    Sundays July to September.
    Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of free live music in the Abbey Grounds, Cirencester.

  • People browsing stalls at an outdoor Christmas market, with checked tablecloths and festive decorations.

    Advent Festival

    Christmas in Cirencester is always special and creates a truly memorable family outing in our vibrant, beautiful and historical market town.

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Type of Event
Jun
15
to 22 Aug

Million Dollar Quartet

On December 4th 1956, four men entered a recording studio in Memphis and made history. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley were brought together for a chance jam session that would shape the world of rock ‘n’ roll music across the world.

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Jul
17

Robin Hood Youth Orchestra

A summer’s afternoon with The Robin Hood Youth Orchestra.

Includes music from the following:

Cantaloupe Island Herbie Hancock

Golden EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick

We’re Back Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear

Geampara Romanian Traditional

Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber

Counting Stars Ryan Tedder

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Jul
18
to 2 Aug

Festival of Archaeology - Chedworth Roman Villa

The event is open from 10 am to 5 pm. Do you have what it takes to be an archaeologist? Find out at Chedworth’s Festival of Archaeology with expert talks, activities and guided tours.

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Farmers’ Market
Jul
25

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Jul
25

Rural Cinema - Hamnet

From Academy Award winning writer/director Chloe Zhao and based on the novel by Maggie O’Farrell, Hamnet tells the powerful story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

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Workshop - Mini Votives
Jul
28

Workshop - Mini Votives

In the Iron Ag it was common to make small decorated versions of weapons such as spears and shields. In this workshop we will learn about the the Iron Culture as well as thee dazzling hoard found near Cirencester that contains more than 100 silvers coins as well as several mysterious votives.

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Jul
31

Big Band Night

An evening of swing, jazz and latin with The Big Brunch Band & Singers to get you up and dancing! The event is in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and costs £25.00 per person,

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Workshop - Fantastic Fossils
Aug
4

Workshop - Fantastic Fossils

This session explores the topic of fossils. We will learn about several types of fossils including remains, trace and preserved. The children will have the opportunity to create versions of all three types of fossils that we are learning about to support the love of fossils and learning.

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Drawing The Stone Age
Aug
6

Drawing The Stone Age

  • The Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, GL7 2BX. (map)
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Get up close and personal with the past! In this creative session, you’ll observe and draw real prehistoric artefacts from the museum’s collection, learning some fun sketching techniques to capture history on paper.  

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 Harmonia Charity Show
Aug
7

Harmonia Charity Show

The Harmonia vocal group will be putting on an evening of musical theatre hits and contemporary classics in aid of Alzheimer's UK. All money raised will be going to the charity so that they can continue their important work, helping those affected by Alzheimer's UK.

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Farmers’ Market
Aug
8

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Summer Food & Lifestyle Festival
Aug
15
to 16 Aug

Summer Food & Lifestyle Festival

Cirencester Food & Lifestyle Festival will once again be taking place in the heart of the Town this Summer, on the 15th and 16th August 2026. The event will take place in Cirencester’s Market Place and the surrounding area.

Not only will there be a fantastic selection of hot & cold drinks, delicious hot food and other treats, but there will also be live music, children’s entertainment and a superb array of household goods and crafts. Jewellery, pottery, home decor and much more will be available at the event.

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Workshop - Anglo-Saxon Weaving
Aug
19

Workshop - Anglo-Saxon Weaving

  • Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2BX. (map)
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Have you ever wondered how clothes were made before we had sewing machines? Come along to this workshop to learn how people 1,000 years ago mastered the art of weaving. We will have a look at their tools and technologies and finally we will learn how to create our very own item

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The Comedy of Errors
Aug
20

The Comedy of Errors

One of Shakespeare’s earliest and wildest farcical plays, The comedy of Errors tells the story of twin sons and their twin servants separated in a shipwreck. The play explores themes of identity, mistaken identity and family as we find out what happens when the twins unknowingly find themselves in the same town on the same day.

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Farmers’ Market
Aug
22

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Aug
25

Workshop -Anglo-Saxon Brooches

  • Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2BX. (map)
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Brooches are a prominent feature in our collection because they were not only beautiful, but also practical. Bring your young fashion designers along to learn about these brooches and then create several of their own. Make them as dazzling as you wish in gold, silver and bronze, and don’t forget the gems! Booking essential Suitable for ages 6 and above.

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Aug
26

Workshop - Mini Votives

  • Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2BX. (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In the Iron Age it was common to make small decorated versions of weapons such as spears and shields. In this workshop we will learn more about Iron Age culture as well as the dazzling hoard found near Cirencester that contains more than 100 silver coins as well as several of these mysterious votives. Then, have a go at making your own votives!  

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Aug
27

Workshop - Mythical Mini Mosaics

  • Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2BX. (map)
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After taking a look at some of the marvellous mythical creatures on the museum's mosaics, you can create your own mosaic fit for a legend! Based on the themes of ancient votives and Roman mythology, you’ll craft a mosaic featuring gods, goddesses, or sacred symbols.

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Aug
28

Cirencester Wool Walk

  • Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2BX. (map)
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“The finest and most expensive wool was the English which came from the Cotswolds and, in particular, from Northleach and the great Abbey lands of Cirencester” Francesco Datini, 15th Century Florentine merchant. Five hundred years ago it was noted that ‘half the wealth of England rides on the back of sheep.’ Join Ian Thomas for a walk around Cirencester, where the hustle and bustle of the medieval town will be brought to life through the lives and skills of the wool combers, the card makers, the dyers, the weavers and the wool staplers. Ian will share the role the Abbey played in trading wool…

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Farmers’ Market
Sept
12

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Farmers’ Market
Sept
26

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Mop Fair
Oct
5

Mop Fair

More details to be follow

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Oct
9
to 7 Nov

The King's Speech

With the future of the monarchy and Britain itself, on the line, a historic radio address looms over a man with a debilatating stammer. Can an unconventional speech therapist from the colonies turn him into the king Britain can believe in?

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Farmers’ Market
Oct
10

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Oct
23
to 1 Nov

Cirencester History Festival

Annual festival, which is a celebration of local, national and global history.

Includes:

Families: A full programme of family activities including crafting, workshops, cookery classes, storytelling, dressing up and Halloween fun.

Talks: Flagship talks from some of the country’s top historians, thinkers and broadcasters as well as many brilliant local voices.

Walks & Tours: A wide range of guided walks and tours, from the Corinium Museum, Civic Society and Living Memory Historical Association.

Revelry: Music, dining and more from some big names & our creative partners in the town.

Exhibitions: Special exhibitions and museum openings for festival week.

Craft & Cookery: A range of activities from mending to painting, cooking and baking.
The website for the 2026 festival will be found here.

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Farmers’ Market
Oct
24

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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Twilight Market
Jul
11

Twilight Market

We will be filling Cirencester’s Market Place with Hot Food, Live Music, takeaway treats and unique crafts from local producers. Operating from 6:00pm-10:00pm, these events are a fantastic way to spend an evening in the heart of Cirencester.

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Farmers’ Market
Jul
11

Farmers’ Market

From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.

Date:  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm

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David Austin Roses & Gardens
Jul
6

David Austin Roses & Gardens

8.50 am departure from Stratton or 9 am from Cirencester. Approximately 6 pm return to Cirencester and Stratton. Cost of trip is £30.00 to include coach travel, guided tour of rose development centre, nursery, cafes, shop, entry to David Austin’s private garden and 10% off purchases.

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