Events

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

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 [...]

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.  

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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 – 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

National Forest Way Ultra 75 is a 75-mile trail ultramarathon organised by Beacon Race Events, taking place in June 2026. It’s the inaugural ultra running event on the National Forest Way, traversing the wild landscapes of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire from the National Memorial Arboretum to Beacon Hill Country Park across ancient trails, woodlands and farmland. The race is fully supported with checkpoints, aid stations, and emergency coverage, and finishing first earns the runner the honour of lighting the event beacon. Participants must be at least 20 years old and have previously completed a marathon-distance race.

Summer is coming… and so is the Summer Family Festival! Join us on Saturday 6 June, 10am–4pm at Marlborough Square, Coalville for a full day of family fun, live music, children’s entertainment, games, market stalls, delicious food and so much more. It’s the perfect way to kick off the sunny season with the whole community.

Sat 6th and Sun 7th June. Midday to 5pm both afternoons. Osgathorpe is a quaint village in rural North West Leicestershire. Amble around our open gardens offering pleasure and interest for all. As well as the beauty of Osgathorpe and our gardens, this event features a plant sale, cream teas, book sale, cake stall, licenced bar, bbq and more! Entry: Adults £5 / Under 16's free Tickets and passports are available next to the car parking (signposted). Buy in tickets in advance for fast track entry... Buy tickets here (10% April early bird discount using code APRIL10) Toilets are available - locations [...]

An evening to remember! Featuring hits from Sir Cliff Richard spanning six decades brought to you by a modern professional band. You’ll be jumping in your seats and dancing in the aisles with songs such as Dancing Shoes, The Young Ones, Bachelor Boy, Devil Woman, Lucky Lips and many more! Leave your troubles behind and re-live those halcyon days with songs from one of the world’s favourite entertainers. Book your seats early to avoid disappointment, this is a show not to be missed! Tickets £18 – £20