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The best of what's on in the Cotswolds.
Handpicked events across the Cotswolds. Updated monthly.
One of the best traditional country shows in the Cotswolds. Shetland Pony Grand National, Livestock Grand Parade, shopping and entertainment across the showground. A proper agricultural show that hasn't forgotten what it's for.
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Historic motor racing at the Castle Combe Circuit over two days in September. Vintage cars and bikes on a track that has been racing since 1950. A very different experience from the village a few miles away.
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A traditional horticultural and craft show in Broadway on the day before the Food Festival. Flowers, vegetables, jams and crafts judged in the old-fashioned way. A good reason to arrive in Broadway a day early.
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Around 35 artisan producers on Broadway's high street for one day in September. Freshly baked cakes, hot food, beers and gins from local makers. Free to attend. Broadway is worth a visit any time and this makes it worth timing.
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Three days of international eventing in the grounds of Blenheim Palace in September. One of the most prestigious horse trials in the world, with top riders competing across dressage, cross-country and show jumping. The palace grounds give it a scale few events can match.
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Over 80 artists open their studios across the Stroud Valleys in September and October. Free to visit. Seeing how and where work is made is a different experience from a gallery. You can buy directly from the artist.
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Over 200 artisan stalls at Evenlode Grounds near Daylesford, launching the festive season in the Cotswolds. Local food, drink, gifts and crafts from makers across the region. Worth combining with a visit to Daylesford itself.
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Chamber music in intimate venues around Tetbury from late September through early October. International performers, loyal audiences and a programme that has included Viktoria Mullova in 2026. Book specific concerts early, the best ones sell out.
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The world's longest-running literature festival, dating back to 1949. Ten days of talks, workshops and events in October with leading authors and public figures. Last year featured over 400 events. Book specific talks early as the popular ones sell out months ahead.
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Ten days of film screenings, guests and events in Cheltenham from late October. Now in its second year, following a debut in 2025 that screened over 40 award-winning films. Independent, volunteer-run and focused on quality cinema.
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The town hall and market square in Chipping Campden transformed for Christmas, with festive food, gift stalls, lights and a grotto in the town hall. One of the better Christmas markets in the region. Chipping Campden handles the season well.
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A Christmas market in one of the most visited villages in the Cotswolds. Busier than most but the riverside setting along the Windrush is at its best in winter. Go on a weekday if you can.
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The market place in Cirencester given over to festive stalls against the backdrop of St John the Baptist Church. A good half-day out combined with the independent shops on the surrounding streets.
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