July
Roman Baths by Torchlight, as darkness falls, the ruins of this vast Roman
building are an awesome sight.
1 July - 31 August, Roman Baths, Roman Baths, tel: 01225 477785
Flavours of the West, Bringing some of the West Country's best artisan
producers into the heart of the city.
2-3 July, Milsom Place, tel: 01225 789040
WOMAD Festival, an outdoor festival celebrating the world's many forms of
music, arts and dance.
28-31 July, Charlton Park, Wiltshire, tel: 01189 606060
August
Festival of British Eventing, an equestrian event at the spectacular home of the
Princess Royal and her family, incorporating the British Open, Intermediate and
Novice Championships.
5-7 August, Gatcombe Park, Gloucestershire, tel: 01423 339423
Bath Folk Festival, a festival providing concerts, education and opportunities to
play folk music throughout Bath.
8-14 August, at various venues, tel: 01225 463362
Ladies Day and 200 Year Anniversary Celebrations, Dress to impress for this
party! With 6 great flat races, live music and fireworks, it's an event not to be
missed.
20 August, Bath Racecourse, tel: 01225 424609
The Bath Triathlon, a sporting event in Bath including a swim in the River Avon,
multi-lap bike route and fast city centre run.
21 August, at various venues.
September
The National Gardening Show, provides spectacular garden displays, a feast of
flowers, fruit and vegetables, TV celebrities and top gardening experts.
2-4 September, Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet,
tel: 01749 822200
Heritage Open Days, Celebrates England’s fantastic architecture and culture by
providing access to properties not normally open to the public.
8-11 September, tel: 01225 477757
Jane Austen Festival, a varied selection of events to celebrate the life and work
of Jane Austen.
16-24 September, The Jane Austen Centre, tel: 01225 443000
Bath Festival of Children’s Literature, gives you the chance to join some of the
biggest names in children's books for 10 days of festival fun with authors,
illustrators, storytellers and poets.
23 September - 2 October, at various venues, tel: 01225 463362
October
Cooler Jazz and Blues Festival, This 10 day festival will finish with an all day
music spectacular at Green Park Station.
7-16 October, Green Park Station, tel: 01225 463362
Heritage Open Week, a series of free events and activities for children and local
residents.
22-30 October, Heritage sites across Bath & North East Somerset,
tel: 01225 477757
November
Bath Mozart Festival, nine days of concerts in some of the city's most historic
and atmospheric buildings.
11-19 November, at various venues, tel: 01225 463362
December
Bath Christmas Market, a unique festive gift market, not to be missed, with over
120 stalls in stunning surroundings.
24 November - 11 December, next to Bath Abbey,
tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p/min)
Christmas at Claverton, a wonderful festive experience for all the family.
25 November - 18 December, American Museum in Britain,
tel: 01225 460503
