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SUMMARY:Ashby Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ashby Arts Festival 2026 is shaping up to be a vibrant\, town‑wide celebration of creativity\, with outdoor art\, live performances\, hands‑on workshops\, film nights\, and community events running throughout May and into early July. The 2026 theme honours Sir David Attenborough’s life and work\, inspiring a major outdoor gallery trail and nature‑focused creative activities. Here’s a clear\, engaging overview of what’s happening. \nAshby Arts Festival 2026 — Full Summary\n(Based on confirmed public listings and festival announcements.) \nFestival Theme: Celebrating Sir David Attenborough\n\n\n\nA giant Outdoor Gallery of 8ft × 4ft artworks displayed around Ashby town centre.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreated by local volunteer artists\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRuns 6 May – 3 July 2026.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocuses on nature\, the planet\, and Attenborough’s legacy.\n\n\n\nKey Festival Dates & Events\nMain Arts Festival Weekend\n30–31 May 2026 \n\n\n\nDemonstrations and craft activities across both days.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpportunities to watch artists at work and try different creative techniques.\n\n\n\nArtist Trading Card Swap\n31 May 2026 \n\n\n\nA creative social event where participants make and exchange miniature artworks.\n\n\n\nQuick Flicks Film Night\n2 June 2026 – Ashby School Theatre \n\n\n\nAnnual short‑film evening by Pudding Bag Productions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatures three different drama films.\n\n\n\nRob Barratt – Comic Poet & Performer\n15 May 2026 – Ashby Venture Theatre \n\n\n\nHumorous spoken‑word and musical performance.\n\n\n\nBarn Dance with The Derbyshire Ranters\n29 May 2026 – Blackfordby Village Hall \n\n\n\nA lively community dance event linked to the festival.\n\n\n\nChildren’s Competition\n\n\n\n“Ashby de la Zoo” themed competition for young artists.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntry details to be released by the festival team.\n\n\n\nPhotography Competition\n\nOpen to all; registration closes 22 May 2026.
URL:https://exploreforestandbeyond.com/events/ashby-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Ashby de la Zouch\, Ashby de la Zouch\, Leicestershire\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashby Arts Festival":MAILTO:ashbyartsfestival@gmail.com
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