SUMMER is fast approaching and event organisers across the county are busy preparing for the annual season.
Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on Worcestershire from far and wide to experience the county’s cultural heritage, culinary excellence and beautiful countryside.
Visit Worcestershire, the county’s events and tourism network, has put together a whole list of featured events set to take place over the next few months.
Here is a round up:
Music & Arts
Immerse yourself in a symphony of cultural experiences, with events celebrating the county’s vibrant music and art scene.
- Elgar Festival – May 27 to June 2
- Upton Jazz Festival – June 28 to 30
- Three Choirs Festival, Worcester – July 27 to August 3
- Sunshine Festival, Upton – August 22 to 25
Food & Drink
Worcestershire’s food and drink events are set to tantalise the tastebuds of visitors, where the region’s most delectable dishes, finest ingredients and local producers are celebrated.
- Evesham Food Festival – May 31 to June 2
- Droitwich Spa Food & Drink Festival June 21 to 23
- Bredon Wine Fayre at Deer Park Wines – June 29
- Great Malvern Food & Drink Festival – July 6 to 7
- Three Counties Food & Drink Festival – July 27 to 28
Family Fun
Fun-filled adventures in Worcestershire, where exciting events await for every member of the family to enjoy.
- Worcester Balloon Festival – June 21 to 22
- Evesham River Festival – July 13
- Summer Family Fun at Severn Valley Railway – July 20 to September 1
- Roar & Explore at West Midlands Safari Park – August 1 to 31
- Worcester Show – August 11
- Broadway Car Show – August 17 to 18
The Great Outdoors
Explore, unwind and reconnect with the great outdoors, from showcasing the beauty of nature to celebrating our agricultural tradition. There’s something for everyone in Worcestershire this summer.
- Royal Three Counties Show – June 14 to 16
- Evesham Walking Festival – June 26 to 30
- Confetti Flower Fields – End of June to early July
- Hanbury Countryside Show – July 6
- Tenbury Countryside Show – August 3
- Pershore Plum Festival – August 25 to 26
- Malvern Autumn Show 2024 – September 27 to 29
Heritage
Captivating historic events, where the stories of Worcestershire’s heritage come alive. Revealing the secrets that have helped shape the region into the cultural gem it is today.
- Summer Fun at The Commandery – July 23 to August 29
- Battle of Evesham – August 3 to 4
- Fabulously British – Heritage Land Rover Day at Broadway Tower – September 14
- Heritage Open Days (Various venues across Worcestershire) – September
- On The Home Front 1940’s Weekend at Avoncroft Museum – October 12 to 13
Visit https://visitworcestershire.org/blog/whats-on-worcestershires-seasonal-spectacle-of-summer-events for more information.
