Cheltenham, The Festival Town

True to its spa and Regency heritage, Cheltenham continues to refresh mind, body and soul with a packed calendar of cultural festivals and major sports events.  

From the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse featuring the Gold Cup in March, to the world's oldest literature festival and world-class science, music and jazz festivals, Cheltenham offers plenty of opportunities for shared experiences and life affirming moments with family and friends.  

From spring onwards, Cheltenham becomes a melting pot of culture and creativity commencing with the Cheltenham Jazz Festival which has hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians including Jamie Cullum, Hugh Laurie, Imelda May and Van Morrison.

Summer in Cheltenham is the ultimate in feel-good experiences. Unmissable events include Wychwood Festival, Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival, Cheltenham Music Festival, the award-winning 2000 Trees Festival and the world's longest running Cricket Festival. 

Click here for a downloadable guide to a few key Cheltenham 2024 festivals.

We invite you to discover more about The Festival Town...

With popular events year-round we recommend you book your accommodation and festival tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. Our Cheltenham hotel guide features accommodation options to suit all budgets, from luxury town centre hotels to country spa retreats, cosy guest houses, spacious self-catering apartments and local campsites.

Rediscover your festival spirit and plan your next weekend in Cheltenham...