** Many things to do in Wiltshire are in the process of reopening following the new government guidance on COVID-19. However, some venues remain closed and many events have been postponed, changed or cancelled. We would recommend checking directly with the relevant venue before attending an event. **

It's Time for Wiltshire - What's On in Wiltshire

Plan your visit and discover Wiltshire's timeless pleasures...

Wiltshire’s thriving arts scene is as inventive as it is engaging. First class venues include the South West’s leading producing theatre and a music centre with ‘the finest acoustic outside London’. In addition we have cinemas, arts centres and more, bringing top quality performances to visitors and local residents alike. Plus make sure to check out our latest exhibitions at various venues across the county.

Let us help you… you’ll discover a huge variety of events on offer in Wiltshire from festivals through to family-friendly, sporting events.

You can also take a look at what's on in Chippenham for some more inspiration. 

What's on in 2020

Salisbury2020 - city on the move - comes to Salisbury in 2020. A year of events and activities celebrating the 800th anniversary of Salisbury Cathedral's move from Old Sarum and the formation of a new city. 

A line up of Festivals to impress

In the run up to Christmas, Longleat Festival of Light 2019 returns to Wiltshire - an amazing and atmospheric festive event that the whole family can enjoy.

One of the major highlights in Wiltshire’s events calendar is the Salisbury International Arts Festival which comes to venues across south Wiltshire.

Other major festivals include WOMAD near Malmesbury, the Larmer Tree Festival and End of the Road Festival in the stunning Larmer Tree Gardens, the Chippenham Folk Festival, the Iford Arts Festival held in the Peto Gardens of Iford Manor and the Wylye Valley Arts Trail, the Vintage Nostalgia Festival and the Chalke Valley History Festival.

Swindon is host to an annual Literature Festival with many famous authors attending each year and jazz lovers should head to Marlborough for its annual Jazz Festival.

Theatrical events in Wiltshire

See productions before they break the London stage at the Salisbury Playhouse as well as many one-off and touring productions at the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon and the Pound Arts Centre in Corsham.

Markets in Wiltshire 

For hustle and bustle you can't beat a good market, and Wiltshire has markets in abundance. Indoor, outdoor, farmers' markets, international, continental and the ones at Christmas time are not to be missed. Feast your eyes on tempting displays showcasing seasonal fruit and vegetables, meet and poultry, cheeses, cakes, artisan loaves, and more.  

Music events to suit all tastes

Many of our arts venues host regular music events. If music is your thing then be sure to check out what’s happening at the Wiltshire Music Centre in Bradford on Avon. Search our listings for other music events taking place in Wiltshire ranging from large-scale concerts through to intimate gigs in pubs.

Family friendly events in Wiltshire

Many of our attractions put on family friendly events during the school holidays and at the weekend to help you keep your family entertained. From re-enactments at some of our English Heritage properties through to interactive exhibitions, there’s plenty going on here – just search the dates for what’s on when you are planning to visit.

Seasonal Events in Wiltshire

Autumn is here and that means there are lots of exciting events coming up. Be sure to check out our pages detailing what's coming up for Halloween in October, Firework displays in November and Christmas later in the year. Then of course there's New Year's Eve - for many people the biggest night of the year! There are seasonal things to do all through the year, with Easter in the Spring and Bank Holidays in May and August - check out our bank holiday ideas for more inspiration.

Find out more and make time for Wiltshire

For more information on the many timeless pleasures to be enjoyed through Wiltshire’s events simply use the search box on this page and find what’s on in Wiltshire.

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