Events and What's On
As a city, Salisbury embraces the arts in the broadest sense with first-class venues offering quality entertainment throughout the year, from drama and dance to exhibitions and lectures. Salisbury is fortunate to enjoy a wide range of musical events, from classical recitals to jazz bands, folk singers to pop groups, including the Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival, renowned for the quality of its annual programme of events. Salisbury is also home to the Playhouse which offers an exciting programme quality performances. Downton is just 8 miles from Salisbury and plays host to the annual Cuckoo Fair which showcases a mix of stalls, performances and craft demonstrations.
You can find out more about what's on in Salisbury on the listings below. Altenatively search our what's on calendar. Why not make a break of it and book a short break to Salisbury?
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Ongoing Events
Salisbury City Walks
Type
Guided Walk
Salisbury
Join Salisbury City Guides on a guided city walk of Salisbury. Walks last approximately 90 minutes.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Apr 2013 To 31 Oct 2013
- From:
- 1 Nov 2013 To 31 Mar 2014
Evensong with presentation of Aldhelm Crosses by the Bishop of Salisbury at Salisbury Cathedral
Type
Religious Event
Salisbury
Four long-serving and loyal members of the diocese of Salisbury will be awarded the Aldhelm Cross by the Bishop of Salisbury, the Rt Revd Nicholas Holtam, during a special service of Evensong at 5.30pm in Salisbury Cathedral on Saturday 25 May.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 25 May 2013
Gurston Down Hill Climb
Type
Sporting
Salisbury
Gurston Down Hill Climb event
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 26 May 2013
Neolithic Houses at Old Sarum: Open Weekend
Type
Talk or Lecture
Salisbury
Old SarumCome and see our prototype Neolithic Houses at Old Sarum, based on some small buildings excavated in 2006 and 2007 at Durrington Walls, a henge monument just over a mile to the north-east of Stonehenge.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 27 May 2013
Prehistoric Life at Old Sarum Castle
Type
Talk or Lecture
Salisbury
Discover more about life during prehistoric times with a fascinating talk led by our colourful historical characters. Find out more about work and domestic life including a tour of the newly launched Neolithic Houses.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 27 May 2013
Robin Hood
Type
Participatory Event
Near Tisbury
Meet Robin Hood and his band of merry men at Old Wardour.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 27 May 2013
The Great Viking Quest!
Type
Participatory Event
Salisbury
You must have your wits about you if you are going to take on the Viking Quest! Hunt down the clues in the Castle grounds and complete the challenge to be rewarded with a special prize!
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 2 Jun 2013
The Vikings!
Type
Participatory Event
Salisbury
Journey back to the Dark Ages this Bank Holiday weekend at Old Sarum as the Vikings take resident! Witness exciting combat shows, weaponry displays, and for our budding junior warriors, take part in your very own mini battle.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2013 To 27 May 2013
NGS Wiltshire Open Gardens - Hyde's House
Type
Show/Display
Dinton, Salisbury
3 acres of wild and formal garden in beautiful situation with series of hedged garden rooms. Numerous shrubs, flowers and borders, all allowing tolerated wild flowers and preferred 'weeds'. Large walled kitchen garden, herb garden and C13 dovecote.
Dates
- From:
- 26 May 2013 To 26 May 2013
Wilton Wake Up - Supercars
Type
Show/Display
Salisbury
Wilton Wake Up is organised by Wilton Classic and Supercar team and enables car enthusiasts to display their own wheels, look at other cars and talk to fellow petrol heads.
Dates
- From:
- 26 May 2013 To 26 May 2013

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