15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham to book for 2026

15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham to book for 2026

From world-famous literature and science festivals to music, sport and summer events, discover 15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham for 2026 – with key dates to add straight to your calendar.

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Gloucester History Festival launches its own bread – with a nod to Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

Gloucester History Festival launches its own bread – with a nod to Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

'Hello! I'm in Cheltenham! It's not rubbish!' – Dom Joly announces hometown Trigger Happy TV live show

'Hello! I'm in Cheltenham! It's not rubbish!' – Dom Joly announces hometown Trigger Happy TV live show

Coro Lounge is opening in Gloucester city centre as Kings Quarter transformation gathers pace

Coro Lounge is opening in Gloucester city centre as Kings Quarter transformation gathers pace

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Gloucester History Festival launches its own bread – with a nod to Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

Gloucester History Festival launches its own bread – with a nod to Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

East Glos Club crowned national Club of the Year at prestigious sporting awards

East Glos Club crowned national Club of the Year at prestigious sporting awards

'Hello! I'm in Cheltenham! It's not rubbish!' – Dom Joly announces hometown Trigger Happy TV live show

'Hello! I'm in Cheltenham! It's not rubbish!' – Dom Joly announces hometown Trigger Happy TV live show

Coro Lounge is opening in Gloucester city centre as Kings Quarter transformation gathers pace

Coro Lounge is opening in Gloucester city centre as Kings Quarter transformation gathers pace

'Queen of the High Street' Mary Portas joins fight to save Stroud's open air pool

'Queen of the High Street' Mary Portas joins fight to save Stroud's open air pool

Gloucestershire College secures Technical Excellence College status and share of £175 million

Gloucestershire College secures Technical Excellence College status and share of £175 million

Brand new history festival exploring Britain's past is launching in Gloucestershire this summer – with tickets now on sale

Brand new history festival exploring Britain's past is launching in Gloucestershire this summer – with tickets now on sale

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15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham to book for 2026

15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham to book for 2026

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17 of the most accessible attractions in Gloucestershire

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Gozzle trail at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Gozzle trail at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Giffords Circus tour 2026

Giffords Circus tour 2026

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Best Kept Secrets family spring trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

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The Birds and The Bees... and Trees trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

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Precision in Motion: Advances in Total Knee Replacement Surgery at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

Fresh: Art Fair 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

Fresh: Art Fair 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

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Spring Open Garden Day 2026 at Badminton House

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Dom Joly's SpeakeaZy at The Steam & Whistle

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