Festivals in the National Forest in Leicestershire

Here in the National Forest, Leicestershire, we host a broad range of festivals, ranging from the world-famous Download Festival that attracts thousands of visitors to the area each year, to Hello Heritage, which gives visitors and locals the chance to dive into the history that shaped the district for free! Explore our annual festivals, or keep an eye on what’s coming up on our What’s On Page.

The Artisan Show

Set in the beautiful historic location of Staunton Harold Hall, The Artisan Show brings together the very best of British craftsmanship in an experience designed to inspire, delight, and immerse you.

What’s On

Find out what else is happening around the National Forest in Leicestershire

Download Festival 2026

Download Festival is back! The mammoth rock event based at the spiritual home of rock Donington Park.

Music and Picnic in the Park, an annual two-day free family fun event in the beautiful Coalville Park

Jim’s Tractor Run and Family Fun Day, a celebration of tractors and entertainment in Ashby’s glorious Bathgrounds

Five days of fun at the fair, the traditional Ashby Statutes marks the end of summer each year

Conkers parkrun, a weekly community run, jog, or walk through the beautiful National Forest