What’s On in and around Cirencester
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Markets
Award winning historic Charter Markets, Arts & Crafts Market, Farmers' Market and Specialty Market.
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Bands in the Park
Sundays July to September.
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of free live music in the Abbey Grounds, Cirencester. -

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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Mammoth Rider Family Trail
Our new family trail is inspired by the novel Mammoth Rider by S. J. Poyton
Creating Spaces 2026
Major exhibition of indoor and outdoor sculpture, open Wednesday to Sunday
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Charter Market
Cirencester Market has a proud history and is one of the oldest charter markets in the country, having been mentioned as early as 1086 in the Domesday Book. It forms a vital part of the Town Council's policy of fostering a thriving town centre.
Cirencester Charter Market is a shopping experience not to be missed. You will find friendly stallholders with an array of stalls selling plants, outdoor furniture, wicker baskets, fresh food (including local produce), household goods and much more.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours. The event will be led by archaeologist Alison Grierson-Brookes.
Sound Bath with Richard Farrington
Join us for a deeply relaxing open-air sound bath in the beautiful surroundings of The Cotswold Sculpture Park as park of our special Golden Hour View Evening
Workshop - A.R.T. Experience Painting
Experience a creative day or weekend, immersed in nature with artist Adele Riley. Explore expressive plein air painting in the beautiful surroundings of the Cotswold Sculpture Park.
Workshop - Create your own Mixed Media Sketchbook
Workshop run by Lichen Davenport cost £90
Celebrating 10 Years at Clarendon Fine Art
Join us in our beautiful gallery for drinks, music and a fabulous new exhibition.
Introducing Stronger South Cotswolds
Connect with kindred spirits, share ideas and celebrate the brilliant work happening locally.
Barn Dance & BBQ
Please join us for a lively Barn Dance and BBQ at St Peter’s Parish Hall on Saturday, 06 June.
Open Day - Millennium Arboretum
This will take place in the grounds of Croft House and help to raise awareness of Parkinson’s
Fairford 10K
The event features in Glos AAA Road Race Series 2026 and is part of the Fairford Festival running from 4-7 June 2026.
Charter Market
Cirencester Market has a proud history and is one of the oldest charter markets in the country, having been mentioned as early as 1086 in the Domesday Book. It forms a vital part of the Town Council's policy of fostering a thriving town centre.
Cirencester Charter Market is a shopping experience not to be missed. You will find friendly stallholders with an array of stalls selling plants, outdoor furniture, wicker baskets, fresh food (including local produce), household goods and much more.
Pram Fit - Every Monday
Bring your little one(s) and join us for a work out in the fresh air
Cirencester Park Summer Sizzler 10Km Run
Cirencester Park are delighted to welcome back Cirencester Athletics club for this exclusive 10km chip-times summer sizzler running event.
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Cotswold Archaeology - Mick Aston Annual Lecture
‘Hidden Kingdoms: exploring south-West Britain in the early medieval period.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Corinium Afternoon - Iron Age Silver Coin Hoard
A spectacular silver coin hoard has just emerged from Cotswold soil - the first Iron Age coin hoard in the museum’s collection.
Workshop - Intermediate Sewing: Stretch Jersey Top
Workshop run by Lauren Holloway cost £100
Handmade Oxford
Shop from over 175 designers - makers, craft workshops, learning workshops, artisan food and music
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
An Evening with Ben Miller
Join Friends of Corinium Museum for an evening with best-selling author, actor and film director Ben Miller, discussing his new thriller “A Very Dangerous Pursuit”.
Phoenix Festival Fundraiser 2026 with Plucking Different
the Phoenix is rising again in 202 - and we’re kicking things off with a community fundraiser.
Cirencester Comedy Club by Funhouse
Join us for a monthly Comedy Night presented by Funhouse, enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment featuring a fantastic line-up of stand-up comedians.
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
Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Walk 4 Longfield & Summer Fete
Walk in memory or in support of loved ones with life-limiting conditions. Not a walker? join us at the Summer Fete.
Workshop - Ceramic Wall Mask with Sgraffito Decoration
Workshop with Pascale Wilson - cost £105
Exhibition - Hidden Hardship
The exhibition will coincide with the 2026 South Cotswold Foodbank Poverty report launched on 17th June, and has a special act of worship on 14th June.
Live Music - Natty Mags
On Saturday 13th June we’re looking forward to an evening of great food with live music from Natty Mags. Our kitchen will be serving up a heartwarming dinner from 6-730, packed with flavour, pay-as-you-can.
Summer Charity Concert
Willshire Piano duo, Corsham and Colerne Military Wives Choir, Cirencester Male Voice Choir
Capriol Chamber Orchestra
Rossini - La Cenerentola Overture, Neruda Trumpet Concerto, Bizet - Petite Suite, Beethoven Symphony no 8
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.
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Open Gardens Down Ampney House
Entry Adults £7, in aid of All Saints’ Church Path Appeal
Workshop - Improvers Sewing: Ladies Underwear Masterclass
Workshop with Lauren Holloway, cost £100
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours. The event will be led by archaeologist Alison Grierson-Brookes.
Gladiator Weekend
Join us for a thrilling weekend of training and combat with the Gladiators.
Workshop - Introduction to Sculpting
Sara is offering a hands-on, one day workshop to introduce you to the fundamentals of sculpting
Afternoon of magic with the renowned Bob King
Tickets £8/£5 concessions inc.refreshments
Midsummer Market
Whether you’re shopping for a gift, treating yourself, or just there for the vibes, there’s something for everyone at the Midsummer Market. Celebrate local creativity, community spirit, and midsummer sunshine - Stroud style.
Cirencester Car Show
We have a wide variety of vehicles on show at our amazing location in the Town of Cirencester 'The Capital of the Cotswold's' in front of the beautiful Parish Church in the Market Place. With food and drink provided by Burgerlish and The Cafeteria, with music by Adam Okin.
Film - Michael
The fairy tale rise of the King of Pop from beaten son to Beat It Superstar.
Film - The Drama
an uncomfortable revelation surfaces on the eve of a perfect couple’s wedding. Go in knowing nothing.
Film - The Sheep Detective
Every night a shepherd reads murder mysteries to his sheep. When he is found murdered it is up to them to solve the crime
Film - The Sheep Detective (Subtitles)
Every night a shepherd reads murder mysteries to his sheep. When he is found murdered it is up to them to solve the crime
National Theatre Live - The Playboy of The Western World
Pegeen’s world shifts when Christy enters her pub claiming he killed his father. Rather than being rejected he becomes a hero, winning hearts and races - until another man unexpectedly appears
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Cirencester Chamber Networking
Informative talk by Nadine McGarth from Oria HR Consultancy
The Arts Society - A Painted Ocean.
Seascapes, ship portraits, and life by the sea in marine art.
Talk - Stratton Probus: Lew Lawton
The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu - Breakfast will precede this event
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Wedding Open Day
A relaxed and inspiring evening, when The King’s Head open their doors to couples planning their special day
National Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature crisis.
Community film screening and discussion.
Workshop - Beginners Sewing: Japanese Cross Back Apron
Workshop run by Lauren Holloway cost £100
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Monks, Merchants & Mud! The fleeces of Cotswold sheep were some of the most sought after in Medieval Europe, join us on this walking tour to experience Medieval Cirencester
Long Table Lates - Robi Mitch
We’re excited to welcome Robi the The Old Department Store on Friday 26th June for the next event in our live music series.
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
Rural Cinema - Ella McCay
An idealist young woman juggles her family and work life in a comedy about the people you love and how to survive them
The Beatles For Sale
Feel the roar of Beatlemania. The Beatles For Sale recreate the Fab four’s era-perfect costumes and spot-on harmonies that send audiences straight back to the swinging sixties.
Charity Car Boot
Sellers 7.30 onwards (cars £7/others £10) Buyers from 8.30. Every 4th Sunday
Cirencester Big Lunch
Cirencester’s Big Lunch will be returning on the 28th June 2026. This year’s theme is ‘Try Something New!’
A free, family community event, there will be Live Music, food & drink, market stalls, activities and much more to enjoy in the Abbey Grounds from 12:00pm-6:00pm.
As You Like It - The HandleBards
Join the troupe at The Organic Farm Shop, Abbey Home Farm for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’.
Glastonbury 30 Summers
In a time before the fences were secure and before the BBC arrived there was a glorious vibe called Glastonbury. Visit the Barn Cinema for free and soak up that atmosphere as the perfect end to The Big Lunch: Try Something New! Unreserved seating.
National Theatre Live - The Playboy of The Western World (Subtitles)
Pegeen’s world shifts when Christy enters her pub claiming he killed his father. Rather than being rejected he becomes a hero, winning hearts and races - until another man unexpectedly appears
Film - The Devil Wears Prada 2
Strike a Pose! The return of Runway Fashion House with some further misadventures for ‘The Emilys’
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Minety Music Festival
Minety Music Festival is a 4 day music event with over 100 bands / acts on 4 stages... Plenty to do and see for the whole family. It’s a great way to spend your summer weekend... and generally an excuse to have a bit of a party!
Workshop - Chenille Stem Red Rose Bouquet
Over 3 relaxing and creative evenings you’ll learn how to make your very own stunning bouquet of handcrafted red roses using chenille stems
Evening Lecture - Stonelands with Fiona Robertson
From the folkloric stone circles of the Land’s End peninsula to the windswept giants of Orkney and the Isle of Lewis, Britain is full of prehistoric standing stones. sharing photos from her many megalith-hunting trips Fiona speculates about the motivation of the ancient builders as well as exploring the profound appeal of these places.
Exhibition - A Country Life by Anita Saunders
Inspired by her Cotswold childhood and a lifelong appreciation of British wildlife, local artist Anita presents A Country Life - vibrant and characterful exhibition celebrating the natural world.
Golden Hour Viewing
The golden hour is a period of time after sunsets but before night fall. It is favoured by artists and photographers as the light has warmer and redder effects, creating a “glow” atmosphere.
Sketch Club with Adele Riley
Adele will be joining us at our July Golden Hour View to hold a casual drop-in sketch group.
Song of Heart & Grace - Corinium & Painswick Community Choirs
Celebrating 15 years of bringing voices together in harmony led by Sophie Sterckx. Donations on entry for Action for Children (cash or card payment)
Workshop - A.R.T. Experience Painting
Experience a creative day or weekend, immersed in nature with artist Adele Riley. Explore expressive plein air painting in the beautiful surroundings of the Cotswold Sculpture Park.
Exhibition - Letters from The Global South
Letters and Artwork from children on the frontline of the climate and nature crisis - their stories, their world and what we can do to help.
Cotswold Show and Food Festival
Running over 2 days the show takes place on 100 acres in the heart of Cirencester.
Run the Rainbow
Run, walk or even skip your way through our colour-filled 5k challenge, in aid of Longfield Community Hospice
Cirencester Band - Bands In The Park
Join us for an afternoon of live music in the beautiful Abbey Grounds! Bring your friends, family, and a picnic, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of local bands in the heart of Cirencester.
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.
Obelisk Gardening Group
the work will be general weeding and maintenance of the Obelisk garden.
RHS Badminton Flower Show
Celebrating gardening, incredible plants, inspiring designs and top tips, plus food, drink, shopping and entertainment.
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Workshop - Chenille Stem Red Rose Bouquet
Over 3 relaxing and creative evenings you’ll learn how to make your very own stunning bouquet of handcrafted red roses using chenille stems
Horse Trials
The Cirencester Park Unaffiliated Horse Trials will be held in Cirencester Park, by kind permission of The Bathurst Family and run by Musketeer Events.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours. The event will be led by archaeologist Alison Grierson-Brookes.
Cirencester Comedy Club by Funhouse
Join us for a monthly Comedy Night presented by Funhouse, enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment featuring a fantastic line-up of stand-up comedians.
The Railway Children - Presented by Paperback Theatre Company
Paperback Theatre tour the UK with Charles McRoberts’ brand new adaptation of E. Nesbit’s classic The Railway Children
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
Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Phoenix Brass - Bands In The Park 2026
Come along, relax, and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
Play Gloucestershire's Play Rangers
Our activities are aimed a school aged children. Under 8’s are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult
Open Air Theatre Production - Tartuffe
Apollo Theatricals are delighted to be performing Moliere’s Tartuffe using the English translation by Richard Wilbur.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Workshop - Chenille Stem Red Rose Bouquet
Over 3 relaxing and creative evenings you’ll learn how to make your very own stunning bouquet of handcrafted red roses using chenille stems
Chalfest - Party on the Hill
Heather Small - Discoliscious, Chesney Hawkes, Charlie Hedges and many more
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours. The event will be led by archaeologist Alison Grierson-Brookes.
Mammoth Rider Author Workshop with S J Poyton
Step into the frozen world of Mammoth Rider in this immersive event with author S J Poyton.
Music Event Raising Money for the First Responders
Supporting The Heroes you don’t see till You Need Urgent Assistance!!
Bands In The Park 2026 - Malmesbury Concert Band
Come along, relax and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
Workshop - Prehistoric Pottery
People have been making pottery for thousands of years. In this workshop, you will learn the techniques ancient people used to decorate their distinctive pots, and try your hand at making your very own vessel.
Workshop - Making Botanical Prints: What secrets can plants whisper to us from history
Children will explore the medium of printer’s ink to create intricate prints of plants and plant scenes.
Talk - Carried on Galleons
Borne by the Winds, Porcelain, Silk and the Lustrous Arts of Cathay
Workshop - Intermediate Throwing Teapot Making 2 Day
2 Day Workshop with Chiara Coppola - cost £175
Workshop - Mini Mosaics - Nature Mosaics
Explore the natural world through ancient art! After looking at the representations of nature in Roman mosaics on display in the Corinium Museum, you will then use traditional techniques to create your own Roman-style mosaic inspired by plants and wildlife.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
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
Workshop - Shona Stone Carving
Discover the art of Shona stone carving in the hands-on two day stone carving workshop in the Cotswolds, lead by renowned Zimbabwean sculptor Hilary Manuhwa
Medieval Re-enactment Day - The Company of Blood and Gold
Join the Company of Blood and Gold for a day of learning and laughter as they provide a glimpse into the ordinary people of the medieval period.
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.
Charity Car Boot
Sellers 7.30 onwards (cars £7/others £10) Buyers from 8.30. Every 4th Sunday
Frampton Silver Band - Bands in the Park
Join us for an afternoon of live music in the beautiful Abbey Grounds! Bring your friends, family, and a picnic, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of local bands in the heart of Cirencester.
Workshop - Silver Jewellery for Beginners - 2 Day
2 Day workshop with Fiona Dowling - cost £150
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.
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
Workshop - Prehistoric Printing
Step back into Prehistory for a morning of creativity. Discover a variety of printing techniques to produce a series of bold, prehistoric-themed images.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Corinium Afternoon - Time Team Excavations in Cotswold (1997 - 2024)
For more than 3 years, Time Team .has undertaken so many excavations all over Britain, uncovering countless stories of the lives of people in the past along the way.
Gloucestershire Vintage and Country Extravaganza
The beloved Gloucestershire Vintage and Country Extravaganza is set to return in grand style this summer.
Workshop - Prehistoric Painting
Step back into Prehistory for a morning of creativity. Discover a variety of printing techniques to produce a series of bold, prehistoric-themed images.
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Monks, Merchants & Mud! The fleeces of Cotswold sheep were some of the most sought after in Medieval Europe, join us on this walking tour to experience Medieval Cirencester
Big Band Night
n 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,
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of the Governor's Nose
A comic new play, based on The Naval Treaty and The Man with the Twisted Lip, with apologies to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Jazz Friday - Bands in the Park
This event is weather dependent as it is an outside event.
Join us for an afternoon of live music in the beautiful Abbey Grounds! Bring your friends, family, and a picnic, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of local bands in the heart of Cirencester.
This fantastic community event is free to attend and proudly supported by Cirencester Town Council and the Cirencester Community Development Trust.
Come along, relax and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
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.
Workshop - Drawing the Stone Age
Get up close and personal with the past!! In this creative session, you will observe and draw real prehistoric artefacts from the museum’s collection.
Obelisk Gardening Group
the work will be general weeding and maintenance of the Obelisk garden.
Workshop - Craft a Prehistoric Axe Head
Children will learn all about the use, materials and creation methods for early axe heads.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours. The event will be led by archaeologist Alison Grierson-Brookes.
Georgian Cirencester Town Walk
Cirencester is known as a Roman and medieval town, but what you see in Cirencester town centre today is the result of its Georgian successes.
Golden Hour Viewing
The golden hour is a period of time after sunsets but before night fall. It is favoured by artists and photographers as the light has warmer and redder effects, creating a “glow” atmosphere.
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
Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Metz Big Band - Bands In The Park 2026
Come along, relax and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
Workshop - Roman Swords and Shields
During this workshop you will create a Roman shield and sword so that you feel as ready as a real Roman soldier to venture into the world to do battle.
Workshop - I dig cake!! Edible Archaeology
After a brief tour of our stratigraphy wall in the galleries, children will learn the process of excavation and key terms such as ‘the law of super-position’. they will then take new skills and definitions and apply them to creating a ‘dig’ that anyone would enjoy.
Workshop - Mini Mosaics - Roman Style Mosaics
Walk in the footsteps of Roman craftsmen. After looking at some of the incredible mosaics from Roman Corinium, learn how to arrange tesserae into classic patterns and take home your own masterpiece inspired by the museum’s famous collection.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
Cirencester Comedy Club by Funhouse
Join us for a monthly Comedy Night presented by Funhouse, enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment featuring a fantastic line-up of stand-up comedians.
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.
Fleetwood Shack
founded in 2021 FLEETWOOD SHSCK is a band comprised of highly skilled and passionate musicians.
Chedworth Silver Band - Bands In The Park 2026
Come along, relax and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
Workshop - Viking Runestones
More than a thousand years ago written language looked very different, using runes instead of the letters we use today.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Corinium Afternoon - Anglo-Saxons in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are full of history stretching from Neolithic to the present day. Anglo Axons often get missed out as they simply don’t leave as big a footprint in the historical archaeological records as Romans..
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.
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Monks, Merchants & Mud! The fleeces of Cotswold sheep were some of the most sought after in Medieval Europe, join us on this walking tour to experience Medieval Cirencester
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
Workshop - Handbuilt Pottery: Make a Plant Pot with Slip Decoration
Workshop with Pascale Wilson - cost £105
Charity Car Boot
Sellers 7.30 onwards (cars £7/others £10) Buyers from 8.30. Every 4th Sunday
Cirencester Gardening Club Annual Show
Come and see a traditional horticultural show or enter yourself! Doors open to visitors from 1.30 pm at Stratton Village Hall. Admission is £1.
Gloucester Brass
Come along, relax and celebrate the joy of music in our historic town setting. Everyone is welcome.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Yes, Prime Minister
The prequel to our 2024 hit show! a different story, the same razor-sharp, laugh-out loud political comedy.
Workshop - A.R.T. Experience Painting
Experience a creative day or weekend, immersed in nature with artist Adele Riley. Explore expressive plein air painting in the beautiful surroundings of the Cotswold Sculpture Park.
Obelisk Gardening Group
the work will be general weeding and maintenance of the Obelisk garden.
Friends Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Postcard Fair
AMP fair, postcards, cigarette cards, ephemera, autographs ,books and accessories.
Obelisk Gardening Group
the work will be general weeding and maintenance of the Obelisk garden.
Charter Market
Cirencester Market has a proud history and is one of the oldest charter markets in the country, having been mentioned as early as 1086 in the Domesday Book. It forms a vital part of the Town Council's policy of fostering a thriving town centre.
Cirencester Charter Market is a shopping experience not to be missed. You will find friendly stallholders with an array of stalls selling plants, outdoor furniture, wicker baskets, fresh food (including local produce), household goods and much more.
Oxford Chamber Music Festival - Let My Heart Be Still
World-class musicians, Ancient stone churches. Walled gardens at dusks
Big Brunch Band - Bands In The Park
Join us for an afternoon of live music in the beautiful Abbey Grounds! Bring your friends, family, and a picnic, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of local bands in the heart of Cirencester.
Oxford Chamber Music Festival - Golden Times
World-class musicians, Ancient stone churches. Walled gardens at dusks
Rural Cinema - The Choral
1916, As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden Yorkshire, has lost most its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks.
Coffee Morning, Plant and Cake Sale
Organised by Cirencester Gardening Club, who welcome visitors and new members alike.
Cotswold Artisan Food and Drink Market
Come and visit a range of local food and drink producers, sample their produce, purchase for Father’s Day and speak to the people behind the products.
Oxford Chamber Music Festival - Dreams and Prayers
World-class musicians, Ancient stone churches. Walled gardens at dusks
Georgian Cirencester Town Walk
Cirencester is known as a Roman and medieval town, but what you see in Cirencester town centre today is the result of its Georgian successes.
Charter Market
Cirencester Market has a proud history and is one of the oldest charter markets in the country, having been mentioned as early as 1086 in the Domesday Book. It forms a vital part of the Town Council's policy of fostering a thriving town centre.
Cirencester Charter Market is a shopping experience not to be missed. You will find friendly stallholders with an array of stalls selling plants, outdoor furniture, wicker baskets, fresh food (including local produce), household goods and much more.
Friend Meeting House - The Quiet Garden Movement
Our quiet garden is a restful, walled space with mature trees, flowers and some seating. The is disabled access and toilet facilities with the provision of light refreshments if required.
Workshop - Boardgame Battle!
Whether you are commanding a Roman legion or defending a Saxon hall, strategy is the key to victory.
Workshop - Intermediate Sewing - Pekka Jacket
2 day Workshop by Lauren Holloway, first day Thursday 21st May
Pause & Reflect Art Exhibition by Michaela Norton
A Cirencester-based Contemporary Landscape Artist who adores painting rural places in isolation and calming seascapes.
CAHS - Annual General Meeting
AGM Followed by RAF Brize Norton - Over 80 Years of Flying Operations
The Arts Society - How Symphonies were Born in a London Pub
Where did symphonies come from? This is the story stretching across the eighteenth century, as the new and rather strange idea, rather than just sitting and listening to music or singing or dancing to it.
Workshop - Beautiful Brooches
In this workshop children will learn all about Anglo-Saxon brooches and pendants