Blog (What's On) - 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.

The Everyman Theatre Cheltenham has launched 2025 with the release of its new season brochure, packed with an impressive lineup of world-class productions.

Curated by painter and folklorist Ben Edge, Common Ground invites visitors to explore stories of change, rebellion, and reclamation.

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.

Their new covers mean that anyone can play Padel whatever the weather, while still enjoy being outside in the beautiful countryside at Elkstone.

Cheltenham Playhouse’s 2024 pantomime has enjoyed a towering opening weekend, with capacity audiences enjoying side-splitting humour and edge-of-the-seat action!

The team at The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum are inviting local people to transform the collections galleries.

If you’re looking to get into the Christmas spirit, the Cheltenham Playhouse has a range of festive treats for the whole family, including music, pantomime, comedy and more!

The festive season at Cheltenham Ice Rink officially commenced last night with a grand opening. Located in the heart of the spectacular Imperial Gardens.

The professionals behind the historic theatre’s festive extravaganza are welcoming young actors from one of the county’s leading drama schools, Theatre Studio, in celebration of the school’s fortieth year.

Ice skating sessions for everyone to enjoy on the ice this Christmas, including exclusive Grown-Up Glides, Relaxed Glides for SEN visitors, Student Nights, Little Princess Parties and Little Gliders for pre-schoolers. 

Cheltenham Jazz Festival has unveiled the first five artists lined up to perform at next year’s event as part of Cheltenham Festivals’ 80^th Anniversary celebrations.

The new conference-style event will run on Thursday 30 January 2025 in association with Punchline and the awards will return once again in 2026.

Christmas in Cheltenham kicked off with a spectacular and hilarious start this week as the beloved Tweedy the Clown caused merry mayhem at the opening of John Lewis’ Christmas Shop.

Gloucester Cathedral shares its packed programme of worship, services, events and activities on offer this festive season.