Festival & Performance Listings

Mostra Igualada, Catalonia

Mostra Igualada is the children's and youth entertainment fair in Catalonia, held annually in Igualada in April. Four very intense days full of indoor and street shows, with 50 companies and more than 100 performances for all tastes: theater, circus, music, dance, puppets, clowns... An unmissable event to experience and enjoy culture with the family. More

See The Light, Grimsby

An array of innovative lightworks will be coming to Grimsby Minster and St James’ Square over the evenings of 17 – 19 April, to complement Luke Jerram’s awe-inspiring HELIOS installation. SEE THE LIGHT consists of five installations and a groundbreaking dance performance, from quality regional and national artists, all exploring nature and environment the More

Derbyshire Makes Festival, Chesterfield

A vibrant celebration of making, local talent and creativity in Chesterfield. Derbyshire Makes Chesterfield is a vibrant celebration of creativity, showcasing the town’s rich artistic talent and heritage by transforming locations across Chesterfield into an immersive festival of making. Headlining is the Great Chesterfield Make Off, where 40 local artists More

World Heritage Day – Saltaire, Saltaire

This year we celebrate a special milestone as Saltaire marks 25 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join us in Roberts Park for a full day of community celebration- from the morning Saltaire Parkrun through to an evening lantern parade lighting up the park. And as always, the celebration belongs to the community. We’re inviting local performers, en More

Springle Hailsham, Hailsham

At Springle Hailsham experience Lampadophores - a spectacular outdoor procession by French street theatre company Picto Facto - bringing giant inflatable puppets, live music and acrobatic performance to transform Hailsham High Street into a playful, immersive celebration for all ages. More

Sound of Hounslow – Transit tonalities in situ, Hounslow

Roshni Bhagotra Bell Square 18 April, 12 Noon – 8pm (6pm special DJ set) Sound of Hounslow is a free outdoor exhibition by Roshni Bhagotra that brings together different voices, memories, personal histories and shared experiences through a central soundscape. Presented by Watermans at Bell Square, Hounslow on Saturday 18 April, 12 Noon – 8pm, the day in More

Festival of Colours, Barrow-in-Furness

Barrow’s celebration of Spring traditions from across the world from BarrowFull, with international arts and culture as well as entertainment from closer to home. The event finale will be the popular colour-throwing Holi at 4:45pm which will paint the Town Square (and everyone!) with a rainbow of coloured powder. Includes Talking Bird's The Whale and H More

Springle Uckfield, Uckfield

Springle Uckfield is a free, family-friendly daytime festival featuring walkabout performances, storytelling and hands-on creative activities. Everyone is invited to join a joyful craft-making workshop and community parade! More

Longton Carnival and Pig Walk Parade, Longton

Longton Carnival & Pig Walk Parade is a fun-filled day of FREE amazing, family friendly entertainment in Longton town centre! Urban Wilderness CIC looking to partner with local organisations, businesses and groups to offer and share exciting local programming, from community choirs, to dance groups, to workshops and more! This is an opportunity to sha More

Fira de Titelles de Lleida, Lleida

From the Centre de Titelles de Lleida, we are sending you the call for the 37th edition of the Lleida Puppet Fair, which will take place on April 30 and May 1, 2, and 3, 2026. More

Riverfest Limerick, Limerick

Limerick becomes THE destination for families, foodies and fun runners each May Bank Holiday for the city’s premier summer festival, Riverfest Limerick! Highlights of the festival include Riverfest on the Shannon, BBQ on the Boardwalk, the Riverfestival Village in Arthur’s Quay Park, Regeneron Great Limerick Run and a spectacular fireworks display among m More

Brighton Festival 2026, Brighton

We’re thrilled to share the programme for the 60th edition of Brighton Festival. This May marks a momentous milestone: not only are we celebrating six decades of world-class performance here in Brighton, but it is also the 40th edition of the Children’s Parade and the 10th edition of Our Place. From 1–25 May, we’re welcoming over 100 events from artists arou More

Turner Sims Folk Weekend, Southampton

You and your family are invited to a joyful weekend bursting with music, dance, and creativity for all ages. Join us as we welcome the arrival of summer with three days of live music, dancing, hands-on activities and family-friendly fun. We’re bringing together some of the finest folk musicians from England and Scotland for a vibrant programme of performa More

Festival of Fools 2026, Belfast

Festival of Fools will return to the streets of Belfast from the 2nd-4th May 2026. ​We will be back with more amazing acts, lots of laughter and plenty of fun! ​Put those dates in your calendar and keep an eye on our socials and the website for updates about the programme! More

Brighton Festival Children’s Parade, Brighton

This year also marks the 40th Children’s Parade and 40 years of partnership between Same Sky and Brighton Festival. With a different imaginative theme each year, Same Sky’s team of dedicated artists have worked with over 150,000 students, teachers and group leaders to develop their parade displays, creating a unique Brighton event and the largest of its kind More

Wye Valley River Festival – Monmouth Mischief, Monmouth

The Wye Valley River Festival is back! Along with the spring, to bring Magic, Merriment and a little Mayhem to Monmouth on Saturday 2nd of May. Gather with us at St Marys Priory Church churchyard (11am) for our vibrant much-loved procession, winding down Monmouth High Street from 11:30am, bringing colour, imagination and Spring spirit through the town. Expe More

ORB, Hounslow

ORB is an ethereal dance duet that ignites the cosmos, exploring the tension between connection and distance. Athletic, emotive, and filled with joy, this thrilling performance delves into the struggle of being together while still apart. When the light between two souls flickers, and the pull to transcend limits and explore the unknown becomes irresistib More

Big Top Festival, Southport

Big Top Festival is coming to town and is turning Southport into a stage for some of the best circus performers in the world on 2-3 May! With incredible acrobatics, spellbinding live shows, the chance to learn your own circus skills and lots of people being very silly, this totally free event builds on Southport’s history as a renowned home for circus and More

BAM Holiday Sunday, Stoke-on-Trent

Sunday 3 May 2026. 11.30am – 4pm Location: Brilliant Bamboo Brownfield Parklet, Boothen Road, ST4 4AH. Free to attend. No need to book! Join us to celebrate spring and create a new folk event for the Brilliant Bamboo Brownfield Parklet. You will be able to: See, experience and take part in Morris Dancing from Domesday Morris See and exper More

Ilkley Carnival 2026, Ilkley

Ilkley Carnival is a not-for-profit event which invites people to the streets of Ilkley every May bank holiday for a fun family fiesta! The volunteer-run May Day extravaganza over the past four events has raised more than £100,000 for local community groups which supports organisations including schools, sports clubs, scouts and guides and local charities i More