Blog (Festivals) - Visit Cheltenham

We may be ever so slightly biased, but we believe Cheltenham is absolutely deserving of its spot on the list and we've rounded up a few key reasons as to why.

Cheltenham is gearing up for an unforgettable 2025, with a year packed full of exciting events, landmark anniversaries, and new experiences. The Festival Town is set to shine with a series of unmissable moments.

The full line up has been announced for The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2021 and it is truly the best yet with huge names such as Joan Collins, Jonathan Frazen, Colson Whitehead, Maggie O'Farrell...

Cheltenham Business Improvement District (BID) has been successful in securing the votes required for a second term, having received the overwhelming backing of businesses in the town.

First names revealed as The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2021 marks the return of full capacity events... 

Cheltenham Music Festival returns with 10 days of star performances and 21 world premieres. Visitors can expect Free Stage performances and Live Jazz concerts during a special celebratory weekend... 

The popular family-friendly festival returns July 2021 with a weekend of entertainment, outdoor activities, and fun for all ages.

Today Cheltenham Science Festival launches 60+ free online activities for schools and families, giving children everywhere the chance to explore science with a host of favourite presenters, writers and scientists.

Cheltenham International Film Festival tickets, taking place 24 May - 5 June, are now onsale, with Early Bird Discounted tickets available until the 23 May.

Organisers have revealed 64 live events with an in-person audience streamed online for free & available via subscription on-demand,  50+ online free events for families & schools plus...  

So you are coming to Cheltenham Literature Festival?  Then let us inspire you with our top dining picks...

Find out all the gruesome details for a spooky season, walk the golden tree lined streets at Cheltenham's markets and explore all the special events running in this colourful month... 

Unique to any other festival experience, the Cheltenham Wellbeing Festival has partnered with over fifty local businesses to bring together a community of experts from the local area and beyond, to inspire, educate and entertain visitors...

Now in its third year, Cheltenham Cocktail Week offers cocktail fans the opportunity to visit some of their favorite venues - and try some new ones – to experience some exclusive cocktails...

The Festival, will sit alongside Cheltenham’s other high profile festivals – jazz, music, literary - and is the biggest new event to hit Cheltenham town for many a year...