What's on in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds plays host to countless events throughout the year, from craft markets and local Farmers' markets to The Cotswold Show in Cirencester and the world famous Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.
Sports lovers (and Royal watchers) may get a glimpse of The Prince of Wales playing polo at Cirencester Park Polo Club. Or if you are feeling really energetic you might fancy your chances in the Tetbury Woolsack races.
On Cotswolds Events you will find details of events all over the Cotswolds. Popular events in the Cotswolds include the Badminton Horse Trials, the Cheltenham Festival and the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.
Cotswold Events Calendar
Upcoming events in the Cotswolds area include:
The Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, Woodstock
17/09/2026 to 20/09/2026
Event details
Ellenborough Park Christmas Fireworks | Santa's Grotto | Real Reindeer, Cheltenham
18/12/2026 to 18/12/2026
Event detailsVisit the Cotswold Events website for more details on events in the Cotswolds.
Popular Events In The Cotswolds
Popular events in the Cotswolds include the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), Cheltenham Literature Festival, the Cotswold Olimpick Games, Tetbury Wool Sack Races and major musical events like the Wilderness Festival, Cornbury Festival and the Big Feastival.
The Royal International Air Tattoo
Held annually each July at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, the Royal International Air Tattoo, the world's largest military airshow, has gained the well-earned reputation as one of the UK's top outdoor family events.
The 2025 Air Show took place on the 18th, 19th and 20th of July. The 2026 show, which was due to take place on Friday 17th July, Saturday 18th July and Sunday 19th July, was cancelled due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Market days in the Cotswolds
Cirencester Charter Market - Mondays and Fridays until 3pm
Cirencester Charter Market is held in the Market Place.
Moreton-in-Marsh - Tuesdays 8am-2pm
Tetbury - Wednesdays 9am-2pm
Fairford - Wednesdays 9am-2pm
For more details, visit the Cotswold Markets page.
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General events in the Cotswolds
Guided walks with Cotswold Voluntary Wardens
For details of walks around the area please ask for Cotswold Lion paper at local visitor information centres or see individual listings
Church Tours
Church of St John Baptist, Cirencester
Guided tours usually available weekly. For times see notices in Visitor Information Centre or Church Porch Noticeboard. To book group tours: (01285) 659317/657938
Theatre
For information on local and regional theatre, also Cheltenham Everyman theatre bookings, contact local visitor information centres.
All details correct as far as possible at time of going to print but it is advisable to confirm dates and times.