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Easter Fun at Newmarket
2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Leicestershire
Easter Fun at Newmarket – Everyone’s Invited!
We’re bringing a burst of Easter magic to Marlborough Square this spring, and you’re all invited to join us for a day packed with colour, laughter and family fun.
Saturday 4 April
10am – 4pm
Marlborough Square, Coalville, LE67 3WD
Expect a brilliant mix of entertainment and activities for all ages, including:
♥ Eggs on Legs walkabout entertainment bringing cheeky Easter fun
♥ A vibrant selection of market stalls
♥ Easter egg hunt for little explorers
♥ Egg and spoon race
♥ Children’s games area
♥ Food, drink and plenty more inside Newmarket
Whether you’re planning a family day out or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, there’s something here for everyone.
Calling All Traders…
If you’d like to be part of this buzzing Easter event, we’d love to hear from you. From handmade crafts to tasty treats, we welcome a wide range of traders to join the celebration.
For more information or trader enquiries, please contact us by email or phone.
Email markets@nwleicestershire.gov.uk
Phone 01530 454773
We can’t wait to celebrate Easter with you

Take @ That – The Greatest Hits of Take That
2026-04-17 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-04-26 19:30 - 22:30 | Leicestershire
Take@That are one of the UK’s leading tributes to the greatest British man band of our generation. Each member has tirelessly worked on recreating mannerisms and harmonies along with choreographed dance routines, giving you a physical likeness to the real Take That.
Tickets are available online or from the Box Office on 01530 278444 (card payments only).
Doors open 45 minutes before the start of the show.

Out of the Box
2026-04-18 11:00 - 18:00 | Leicestershire
OUT OF THE BOX is a family-friendly circus comedy show with an unforgettable character. Each time the box opens, surprises appear, funny moments, playful acts and the audience has a chance to take part.
The show is a joyful celebration of PLAY at any age, bringing generations together through skilful, silly entertainment. Hurray! Tickets £7 – £35
Times: 11:00 am & 6:00 pm

Queen / Arctic Monkey
2026-04-18 18:00 - 2026-04-19 00:00 | Leicestershire
QE2 – Performing The Very Best of Queen at The Emporium!
Get ready, Coalville! QE2, the world’s leading Queen tribute act, is coming, and they are bringing an unforgettable evening of Queen hits to The Emporium!
Known for their incredible performances and attention to detail, QE2 delivers a show that mirrors the magic of Queen’s iconic concerts. Spectacular production & sound. Performing “Bohemian Rhapsody” to “We Will Rock You,” “Don’t Stop Me Now” to “Somebody to Love,” and every anthem in between, this is an experience you simply can’t miss!
Joining them on this incredible night are Arctic Roll, paying tribute to Arctic MonKeys.
Don’t miss your chance to sing your heart out to Queen’s greatest hits!

Ashby Arts Festival
2026-04-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Ashby de la Zouch, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
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.
Ashby Arts Festival 2026 — Full Summary
(Based on confirmed public listings and festival announcements.)
Festival Theme: Celebrating Sir David Attenborough

A giant Outdoor Gallery of 8ft × 4ft artworks displayed around Ashby town centre.

Created by local volunteer artists

Runs 6 May – 3 July 2026.

Focuses on nature, the planet, and Attenborough’s legacy.

Key Festival Dates & Events
Main Arts Festival Weekend
30–31 May 2026

Demonstrations and craft activities across both days.

Opportunities to watch artists at work and try different creative techniques.

Artist Trading Card Swap
31 May 2026

A creative social event where participants make and exchange miniature artworks.

Quick Flicks Film Night
2 June 2026 – Ashby School Theatre

Annual short‑film evening by Pudding Bag Productions.

Features three different drama films.

Rob Barratt – Comic Poet & Performer
15 May 2026 – Ashby Venture Theatre

Humorous spoken‑word and musical performance.

Barn Dance with The Derbyshire Ranters
29 May 2026 – Blackfordby Village Hall

A lively community dance event linked to the festival.

Children’s Competition

“Ashby de la Zoo” themed competition for young artists.

Entry details to be released by the festival team.

Photography Competition

Open to all; registration closes 22 May 2026.

Seasons Exhibition
2026-04-22 10:00 - 2026-05-10 16:00 | Leicestershire
Seasons Exhibition – Creatives, no matter your experiences, are invited to share work inspired by the shifting seasons and the emotions they stir! Everyone is welcome to contribute. Email hello@coalvillecan.coop to get involved!

Great Central Railway – Spring Diesel Gala
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 | Leicestershire
Another brilliant weekend at Great Central Railways celebrating the Spring Diesel Train Gala. Lots to do and train journeys up and down the line, check out the website to see the full list of what you can do!

Emporium Open Decks; HOUSE
2026-04-25 18:00 - 2026-04-26 00:00 | Leicestershire
Our first Open Decks lands on Saturday 25th April in the new VIP Lounge from 6pm until late.
This one’s all about HOUSE. Tech house, disco house, progressive, deep — if it sits under the house umbrella, it runs.
Each DJ gets a 30-minute slot on a proper system. Come with your USB loaded and ready. Slots will fill quickly, so get down early. Who knows… you might even end up going B2B with someone you’ve never met before.
This is community style. Stay. Support. Listen. Build it together. The more you show up, the more likely you are to play future nights.
Our team will be watching too. These nights are designed to sharpen skills and spot talent for bigger line-ups and bigger stages. If you’re serious about levelling up, this is where it starts.
All ages welcome. Meet other DJs. Meet new people. Let’s grow something proper.
Please note: — this is for DJs with experience looking to build. If you are a complete beginner, however, then feel free to come through to try and learn more about it.
Let’s build!

SEKTOR Ø Presents: The Rocketman & Middltn – Live in a 360° Techno Experience
2026-04-25 19:00 - 2026-04-26 00:00 | Leicestershire
SEKTOR Ø Presents: The Rocketman & Middltn – Live in a 360° Techno Experience
A new underground techno experience is launching with a bold concept that places the music and the crowd at the centre of the action.
SEKTOR Ø introduces a fully immersive 360° DJ booth, where the audience surrounds the artists from every angle, creating a raw and intimate connection between DJ and dancefloor.

Shawshank Redemption
2026-04-30 19:30 - 2026-05-02 23:00 | Centruy Theathre, Ashby Road, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3LN, United Kingdom
Shawshank Redemption
Thursday 30th April – Saturday 2nd May 2026
Based on the 1982 novella Rita Hayworth and The Shawshank Redemption, the play examines desperation, injustice, friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security facility.
The 1994 feature film, regularly voted Britain’s favourite ever movie, starred Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman and was nominated for seven Academy Awards.
Tickets £16

Donington Historic Festival
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Donington Park Circuit, Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2RP, United Kingdom
The Donington Historic Festival descends on Donington Park for three days of world-class historic motorsport from classic race cars spanning ten decades.
Visitors can also enjoy a host of other attractions, including track demos from the Williams-BMW FW22 F1 car, super touring car track demos, supercar and car club parades and displays, children’s entertainment and even brass band performances at this enormously popular, family-friendly event.

Coalville May Fair
2026-05-01 11:00 - 2026-05-10 21:00 | Old market Hall Car Park, Coalville, Coalville, LE67 3XB, United Kingdom
Join the fun of the Fair – big rides, small rides, fast rides, slow rides… everything you would expect from a Fair!
Entertainment for all the family!
Open daily weekdays 5pm-8pm
Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday 4 May 11am – 8.30pm
Sunday 3 May 12pm-7pm
Sunday 10 May 12pm-5pm

Plant Hunter’s Fair – May 2026
2026-05-03 | 1620’s House & Garden, Manor Road, Donington le Heath, Leicestershire, LE67 2FW, United Kingdom
One of our most popular events returns as we host the top plant nurseries which are sure to have something special for every garden.
There will be a fabulous line-up of specialist nurseries coming along to make it a special trip out for all garden lovers. So, whether it’s bee-friendly perennials, shrubs, plants for shade, trees, variegated or foliage plants you are sure to find something to create a blooming brilliant garden!

£2 per person. Pre-booking is Advised.
Please see below for important information regarding this event.
Tickets and Admission:
Your pre-booked ticket is for entrance to the Fair only.
The House will also be open for this event. If you wish to explore the House, normal admission applies which may mean an additional ticket will need to be purchased.
This event is one of our most popular events of the year. Your pre-booked slot is for your arrival time only, you are welcome to stay and enjoy the Fair and our beautiful gardens at your leisure.
Pre-booking helps us to manage numbers and keeps queues to a minimum.
Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Car Parking:
Car parking is not included in your ticket. We do not offer pre-booked car parking spaces.
Use of the car park is free to all customers.
Please be aware that the site has limited availability for parking, including parking for Blue Badge holders.
Arriving at your booked time, and not before, helps venue staff and volunteers to manage car park availability.
Additional parking and traffic arrangements will be in place. Please check our website and social media pages for updates.
Where possible, we would encourage visitors to arrive on foot or car share.
Please respect local residents and follow highway regulations if parking off-site.
Please follow the instructions of event staff and volunteers. They are there for your safety and convenience. Abuse of staff or volunteers will not be tolerated.
Other Information:
The Old Barn Tea Room will be open and serving a takeaway offer.
A welfare tent will be available.
The venue has lots to see and explore with something for all ages, plus the bonus of a great Plant Hunter’s Fair to enjoy!
If you require additional information, please contact our sales team.

Festival in the Park
2026-05-03 10:00 | Bath Grounds, Bath Grounds, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1BP, United Kingdom
With live music, food and drink stalls, and fun for the whole family!

May Day Celebration at the Mill
2026-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Hough Mill, St George's Hill, Swannington, Leicestershire, LE67 8QW, United Kingdom
Swannington Heritage Trust’s annual free to enter traditional May Day celebration will be held at Hough Mill, St. Georges Hill, Swannington LE67 8QU on Monday 4th May from 11am to 3pm. There will be fabulous live entertainment from our local band Calling Time, the Roots Community Choir and the Bare Bones Morris Dancers – everyone can join in with the maypole dancing. There will also be refreshments, games and face painting.

Poetry Open Mic & Book Launch with Headliner Cathi Rae!
2026-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Coalville CAN, Memorial Square, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TU, United Kingdom
The final date on her Book Release Tour, Cathi Rae headlines a Poetry Open Mic. She’s launching her latest collection, ‘Writing Elegies For Dead Men I Didn’t Meet’, published by Coalville Community Publishing.
Book your spot with the mic by emailing buttonaj65@gmail.com!
Please note that this event is for adults only.

The Hound of the Baskervilles
2026-05-08 19:30 - 22:30 | Century Theatre, Snibston Colliery Park, Ashby Road, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England, LE67 3LA, United Kingdom, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3LN
“Mr Holmes, they were the footprints of a gigantic hound!”
In this original one-man stage adaptation, award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin plays Sherlock Holmes and a host of other characters.
Based on the world-famous novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, expect atmospheric drama at its very best with this superb Victorian gothic thriller!
Tickets £10 – £15

The Journeymen – A Tribute to Eric Clapton
2026-05-09 00:00 | Century Theatre, Snibston Colliery Park, Ashby Road, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England, LE67 3LA, United Kingdom, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3LN
The Journeymen are a 4 piece band, dedicated to playing the music of Eric Clapton.
The Journeymen will take you on a journey through Eric’s extensive 60 Year career, from his humble beginnings with The Yardbirds, into his stint with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, continuing with the first Super group, Cream, onto Blind Faith, then Derek and The Dominos and finishing with his solo career. All whilst trying to capture the feel and essence of an Eric Clapton concert!
Tickets £10
Tickets are available online or from the Box Office on 01530 278444 (card payments only).
Doors open 45 minutes before the start of the show

Coalville Spring Bazaar
2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Newmarket, Marlborough Square, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3WD, United Kingdom
Spring is landing in Coalville!
Meet the Flower People
Live music
Make a cress head
Children’s games
Food, drink & stalls inside Newmarket
Bring the family, bring your friends — let’s fill the square with springtime joy!
A perfect spring day out for all ages — come and celebrate the season with us!

Auricula & other Primulas – with Ingrid & John Millington
2026-05-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, Ticknall, Leicestershire, DE73 7JX, United Kingdom
John & Ingrid Millington are the proprietors of Hillview Hardy Plants, situated near the historic market town of Bridgnorth. They grow and nurture their own nursery grown cottage garden perennials, with a particular interest in Auricula, Primula, and hold national collections of Auricula, Acanthus and Albuca. They will be sharing their tips and hints for growing Auricula and Primulas.
Members £2, visitors £4 – includes refreshments.
All welcome, please come along!

Ibstock Safari Exhibition
2026-05-13 10:00 - 2026-05-31 16:00 | Coalville CAN, Memorial Square, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TU, United Kingdom
The Ibstock Safari Exhibition has been created by local groups and organisations, as a sneak peak ahead of July’s safari led by the Palace, Ibstock.
Launching on Wednesday 13th May, activities will include the meeting of snakes, talks about the importance of conservation and getting creative with some nature related crafting!
Open Monday Saturday 10am until 4pm

National Forest Walking Festival
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-29 | The National Forest, United Kingdom
Themed around Arts and Culture, there are over 90 walks to choose from for all ages and abilities, exploring the beautiful National Forest.
Most walks are free, download the 2026 National Forest Walking Festival Brochure to find out more at National Forest Walking Festival | National Forest

Moira Canal Festival 2026
2026-05-16 10:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Moira Furnace Museum & Country Park, Furnace Lane, Moira, Leicestershire, DE12 6AT, United Kingdom
Whether it is a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast, Morris dancing, children’s crafts, local bands and singers, historical re-enactment or something more unusual… there is always something to entertain the whole family at the Moira Canal Festival.

There will be a planned Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast, music with an assortment of bands and singers over the weekend. Morris dancing will liven things up, there will be crafty fun and entertainment for the children, live steam, train rides, a variety of stalls and demonstrations, boats, bar and refreshments This will all revolve around the banks of the Ashby Canal at Moira Furnace at the Heart of the National Forest. And meet Mother Duck and her ducklings and enter a duck in the annual Duck Race along the Ashby Canal!

Ticknall Garden Club Spring Plant Sale
2026-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, Ticknall, Leicestershire, DE73 7JX, United Kingdom
Come along and grab yourself a bargain!
A wide range of home grown perennials, annuals, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, fruit, house plants and much much more will be available at great prices!
Entrance £1 – includes a hot drink.
Homemade Cakes and Bakes available.

Ashby Soapbox Derby
2026-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Market Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Market Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1AH, United Kingdom
The Ashby BID are very excited to announce that the Ashby Soapbox Derby will be held in the town on Sunday May 17th 2026.
This free to spectate family-fun event will prove a great day out, filled with laughs and entertainment. We hope to bring our community together to cheer on local teams as they showcase their weird and wacky creations.
Get ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime at the Ashby Soapbox Derby 2026 on Sunday, 17th May 2026! Whether you’re racing to victory, dazzling the crowd with your creativity, or cheering from the side lines, this action-packed event promises excitement for all.
Picture a 200-meter course filled with twists, jumps, and roaring cheers. Will your soapbox design claim victory or win the crowd’s hearts?
Don’t miss out—mark your calendars, and get ready for pedal-to-the-metal fun!
We hope that the public and local businesses get involved and make a great event!

Ashby Food Festival
2026-05-23 11:00 - 2026-05-24 17:00 | Bath Grounds, Bath Grounds, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1BP, United Kingdom
Bath Grounds, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire
11am until 5pm
The aim of the event is to provide a community event for individuals and families in a safe environment. The event will consist of a range of food and drink vendors, live music & children’s rides.
The site will be fenced off using 6ft Heras fences. There will be a £2 entry fee charge for all public with under 16’s free.

Them Heavy Souls
2026-05-24 00:00 | Century Theatre, Snibston Colliery Park, Ashby Road, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England, LE67 3LA, United Kingdom, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3LN
Them Heavy Souls are a British Blues Rock Revue Show formed by Mark Christian Hawkins one of the UK’s Top Session Guitarists of the last 30 years. A Gun for hire stepping out of the shadows.
Playing music from the Golden Era of British Blues Rock 1966 – 1975 Them Heavy Souls capture the Power and Magick of some of our most iconic Artists – Led Zeppelin/Jimmy Page, Cream/Eric Clapton, Yardbirds/Jeff Beck, Humble Pie/Peter Frampton and Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, all delivered with vintage gear delivering a jaw dropping performance
every night!
Vocal duties are performed by Stage and Screen Actress Lucy Crawford.
We guarantee to transport you back to a time when Blues Rock was God… LOUD, BLUE & HEAVY
Tickets £20-£22
Tickets are available online or from the Box Office on 01530 278444 (card payments only).
Doors open 45 minutes before the start of the show

Coalville CAN Family Open Day
2026-05-31 11:00 - 15:00 | Coalville CAN, Memorial Square, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TU, United Kingdom
Join us for a free, family-friendly open day packed with hands-on activities, creativity and community fun. Expect crafts, art, science and wellbeing activities, plus sewing, mending, coding, Minecraft and more! Food and refreshments, and plenty of chances to try something new in a relaxed, welcoming space.
No need to book, so just pop in anytime throughout the day and get involved!

Pride Exhibition
2026-06-03 10:00 - 2026-06-21 16:00 | Coalville CAN, Memorial Square, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TU, United Kingdom
Pride – a celebration of local LGBTQ+ voices through art, photography and personal stories. It’s a vibrant display of inclusion and identity, inviting everyone to share in the spirit of pride and community.
Launch event 3rd June.
Open Monday to Saturday 10am until 4pm
