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Festivals & Events
New Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
BA4 4SW Mendip District
What's on in the local area
The following events are taking place within 10 miles of BA4 4SW:
Annual Festivals & Events
Glastonbury Festival
Annually, during June
Location: Somerset
One of the world’s most famous music and performing arts festivals, known for its diverse music lineup and eclectic atmosphere.
Bath International Music Festival
Annually, during May
Location: Somerset
A multi-genre music festival, offering a blend of classical, jazz, folk, and world music.
The Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival
Annually, during November
Location: Somerset
A massive illuminated procession held annually to commemorate Guy Fawkes Night, with extravagant floats and costumes.
The Royal Bath & West Show
Annually, during June
Location: Somerset
A four-day celebration of agriculture, livestock, food, and rural traditions, held at the Bath & West Showground.
Bath Children's Literature Festival
Annually, during September/October
Location: Somerset
The largest children’s book festival in Europe, featuring authors, illustrators, and interactive workshops.
The Bath Fringe Festival
Annually, during May-June
Location: Somerset
A multi-arts festival in Bath featuring theatre, music, comedy, and visual arts.
Bath Festival
Annually, during May
Location: Somerset
A multi-arts festival featuring literature, music, and cultural events held across the historic city of Bath.
Wells Food Festival
Annually, during October
Location: Somerset
A celebration of local food and drink in the medieval city of Wells, featuring stalls, tastings, and demonstrations.
Frome Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Somerset
A community arts festival featuring music, theatre, visual arts, and literature events throughout the town of Frome.
Royal Bath and West Show
Annually, during May-June
Location: Somerset
One of the oldest agricultural shows in the UK, showcasing farming, livestock, rural crafts, and local produce.
Glastonbury Festival
Annually, during June
Location: Somerset
One of the world’s most famous music and performing arts festivals, known for its diverse music lineup and eclectic atmosphere.
Bath International Music Festival
Annually, during May
Location: Somerset
A multi-genre music festival, offering a blend of classical, jazz, folk, and world music.
The Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival
Annually, during November
Location: Somerset
A massive illuminated procession held annually to commemorate Guy Fawkes Night, with extravagant floats and costumes.
The Royal Bath & West Show
Annually, during June
Location: Somerset
A four-day celebration of agriculture, livestock, food, and rural traditions, held at the Bath & West Showground.
Bath Children's Literature Festival
Annually, during September/October
Location: Somerset
The largest children’s book festival in Europe, featuring authors, illustrators, and interactive workshops.
The Bath Fringe Festival
Annually, during May-June
Location: Somerset
A multi-arts festival in Bath featuring theatre, music, comedy, and visual arts.
Bath Festival
Annually, during May
Location: Somerset
A multi-arts festival featuring literature, music, and cultural events held across the historic city of Bath.
Wells Food Festival
Annually, during October
Location: Somerset
A celebration of local food and drink in the medieval city of Wells, featuring stalls, tastings, and demonstrations.
Frome Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Somerset
A community arts festival featuring music, theatre, visual arts, and literature events throughout the town of Frome.
Royal Bath and West Show
Annually, during May-June
Location: Somerset
One of the oldest agricultural shows in the UK, showcasing farming, livestock, rural crafts, and local produce.
Other Events"
Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
February 14
Bath Abbey, Bath
Celebrate Valentine’s night with an unforgettable evening of music in the stunning, candlelit setting of Bath Abbey. This special concert features an exquisite programme of romantic piano masterpieces, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Maiko Mori, renowned for her expressive touch and captivating artistry.
Ultimate Commitments & Blues Brothers Experience
February 28
Trowbridge Civic Centre, Trowbridge
Described as ‘absolutely amazing’ and ‘truly authentic’ and featuring a full LIVE band, this is a show of two halves – Dublin Soul meets Chicago Blues.
This big-band style experience is packed full with iconic scenes, laughs, crazy dance moves and the authentic sounds of soul, rhythm, blues, and even a little country and western music.
Two Halves of Guinness
March 19
Theatre Royal Bath, Bath
In an exceptional exploration of one of Britain’s greatest actors, Zeb Soanes brings the life of Sir Alec Guinness to stage across the UK, marking the 25th anniversary of his death. With nearly 70 plays, 50 films, over a dozen television dramas, and two Oscars to his name, Sir Alec Guinness’ career spanned Shakespeare, the beloved Ealing comedies, and Hollywood classics.
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners
April 10
Frome memorial theatre, Frome
Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin – guaranteed to get your toes tapping as they bring the joy of this much-loved Irish folk band back to the stage.
This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the musical mastery of The Dubliners, Ireland’s favourite sons, in association with the legendary O’Donoghue’s pub.
Sounds of the 70s with The Zoots at Strode Theatre
April 26
Strode Theatre., Street
. Join The Sounds of the 70's for their unforgettable live show, as they explore the sounds of Abba, T.
Mythos: Ragnarök
May 2
The Forum Bath, Bath
Following four sell-out runs at Edinburgh Fringe and performances all across the world, Mythos: Ragnarök will finally tour the UK in 2026 - including shows at London’s iconic Alexandra Palace. This innovative theatrical experience is the only show of its kind in the world, combining the comedy and grandeur of Norse mythology with the fast-paced plot of theatre and the high-octane spectacle of professional wrestling!
The story is a hilarious and captivating cult classic, which follows relationships and power struggles between iconic figures such as Loki and Thor, as they attempt to avoid the prophesised end of the world, Ragnarök.
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight
May 16
Bath Abbey, Bath
Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of ​Bath Abbey
The evening begins with the noble grandeur of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as “The Emperorâ€.
Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
February 14
Bath Abbey, Bath
Celebrate Valentine’s night with an unforgettable evening of music in the stunning, candlelit setting of Bath Abbey. This special concert features an exquisite programme of romantic piano masterpieces, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Maiko Mori, renowned for her expressive touch and captivating artistry.
Ultimate Commitments & Blues Brothers Experience
February 28
Trowbridge Civic Centre, Trowbridge
Described as ‘absolutely amazing’ and ‘truly authentic’ and featuring a full LIVE band, this is a show of two halves – Dublin Soul meets Chicago Blues. This big-band style experience is packed full with iconic scenes, laughs, crazy dance moves and the authentic sounds of soul, rhythm, blues, and even a little country and western music.
Two Halves of Guinness
March 19
Theatre Royal Bath, Bath
In an exceptional exploration of one of Britain’s greatest actors, Zeb Soanes brings the life of Sir Alec Guinness to stage across the UK, marking the 25th anniversary of his death. With nearly 70 plays, 50 films, over a dozen television dramas, and two Oscars to his name, Sir Alec Guinness’ career spanned Shakespeare, the beloved Ealing comedies, and Hollywood classics.
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners
April 10
Frome memorial theatre, Frome
Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin – guaranteed to get your toes tapping as they bring the joy of this much-loved Irish folk band back to the stage. This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the musical mastery of The Dubliners, Ireland’s favourite sons, in association with the legendary O’Donoghue’s pub.
Sounds of the 70s with The Zoots at Strode Theatre
April 26
Strode Theatre., Street
. Join The Sounds of the 70's for their unforgettable live show, as they explore the sounds of Abba, T.
Mythos: Ragnarök
May 2
The Forum Bath, Bath
Following four sell-out runs at Edinburgh Fringe and performances all across the world, Mythos: Ragnarök will finally tour the UK in 2026 - including shows at London’s iconic Alexandra Palace. This innovative theatrical experience is the only show of its kind in the world, combining the comedy and grandeur of Norse mythology with the fast-paced plot of theatre and the high-octane spectacle of professional wrestling! The story is a hilarious and captivating cult classic, which follows relationships and power struggles between iconic figures such as Loki and Thor, as they attempt to avoid the prophesised end of the world, Ragnarök.
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight
May 16
Bath Abbey, Bath
Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of ​Bath Abbey The evening begins with the noble grandeur of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as “The Emperorâ€.
