Events

Join new fantasy author, T. L. Bareham, to celebrate his DEBUT book! 'Echoes of the Forgotten Truth' is an epic, dark fantasy series of prophecy, rebellion, and the cost of freedom. Meet the author, grab a signed copy, and find out more about this exciting new series at this free author signing event.

A very popular event not to be missed! 10 gardens around the village open. A History Group Display in Holy Rood Church & Country Colours Art Group Display in the Memorial Hall. Cream teas, refreshments and ice creams for sale, stalls, “I spy” game for children. The church bells will be rung at the start of the afternoon and Packington Community Choir will sing in one of the gardens. £5 per adult, accompanied children free. Sponsored by David Granger Architectural Design Ltd. For further information please contact lbwistle@googlemail.com The village Duck Race will follow, tickets on sale from 5pm, races start [...]

Coalville Comedy Club brings a genuinely great night out to the heart of the town. A professionally run, carefully curated evening of stand up featuring top comedians from the UK circuit. Built for people who want to come out, relax and enjoy something properly good on their doorstep.

Ashby Canal Association 60 Years Celebration Event Come and enjoy the celebrations with an all day BBQ, boat trips, stalls, refreshments & ice creams.

Following the successful ‘100 Years of Midland Red in Coalville’ Bus Festival in 2025, Leicester Transport Heritage Trust will once again showcase preserved buses and cars. Free classic bus trips during the day.

Doug has been gardening since he was a child. He trained as a horticulturist, working in the industry before spending 20 years in horticultural education. He is now an author, a senior examiner and professional associate with the RHS and a horticulture business consultant. He co-presents a garden phone in show on BBC radio Humberside and is a popular speaker. Doug is a self confessed plant nerd. On this return visit, Doug will be taking us back in time in the world of gardening. Members £2, visitors £4 – includes refreshments. All welcome, please come along!

Taste the world in the heart of Coalville! Join us for a fantastic afternoon packed with flavour, fun, and entertainment for all ages Delicious food & drink from around the world Live music throughout the day Children’s games area for family fun A wide range of market stalls Even more food & drink available inside Newmarket Bring your family, bring your friends—and most importantly, bring your appetite! To register your interest or find out more, contact: 📞 01530 454773 📧 markets@nwleicestershire.gov.uk

Something is rotten in Old London Town... In Victorian England, a rotten, raspberry blower is claiming the lives of the upper-classes. The dark alleyways and moonlit graveyards of London are alive with the repetitive dins of the Phantom.

Water colour artist Katy Widdowson brings her first solo exhibition 'In the care of the wild' to Coalville Can, exploring the emotional truth of being a carer and the healing presence of nature in life and art! Explore the exhibition at CAN HQ from the 16th of September to the 4th of October. You're also welcome to come along to an informal social on the evening of the opening. Meet the artist behind the exhibition and chat with other visitors from 6pm to 8pm on the 16th of September. Totally free to attend, with refreshments available

Join the fun of the Pat Collins Funfair, big rides, small rides, fast rides, slow rides, side stalls galore, toffee apples, candyfloss, burgers, hot dogs, fizzy drinks….everything you would expect from a street fair.  Traditional, colourful and entertaining for all of the family! For more information visit Ashby Statutes – Visit National Forest

Embark on "A Ticket to Ride" with The Fourmost, a captivating journey into one of music's most exciting eras. As seasoned veterans of the most Merseybeat scene, The Fourmost bring unparalleled authenticity and passion to the stage, performing a beloved collection of timeless hits.

Award winning Duo Annie Duggan and Rob Hines make a welcome return to the Century Theatre with their show "On The Road Again" after their successful show "Songs to cure the blues" last year.