Welcome to Cotswold Events, an online calendar of events taking place during 2026 and beyond in the Cotswolds including things to do in Bourton on the Water, Stow on the Wold, Bibury, Cirencester, Broadway, Burford and more.
Looking for events in the Cotswolds this weekend, things to do when you visit the Cotswolds, or wanting to promote your Cotswold event - we're here to help!
Upcoming events in the Cotswolds include:
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Location: Burford
Burford Autumn Food and Gift Fair 2026
Join us for a wonderful autumn day of artisan food, beautiful handmade gifts and independent shopping at Warwick Hall in the heart of Burford.
Following a successful launch in 2025, the Burford Autumn Food and Gift Fair returns for its second year, bringing together a carefully selected collection of artisan food producers, talented makers, artists and independent businesses from across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and beyond.
Browse a fabulous selection of handmade gifts, jewellery, art, ceramics, candles, textiles and homeware, alongside artisan chocolates, locally roasted coffee, speciality teas, preserves, cheese, charcuterie, small-batch spirits, liqueurs and much more.
With Christmas approaching, it's the perfect opportunity to get ahead with your shopping, find thoughtful and unusual gifts and support fantastic small independent businesses.
Why not make a day of it and combine your visit with time exploring Burford's beautiful historic High Street, independent shops and cafés?
Saturday 31st October 2026
10:00am to 4:00pm
Warwick Hall, Burford, OX18 4RY
FREE ENTRY
Save the date and enjoy a wonderful autumn day out in beautiful Burford!
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Location: Gloucester
Gordon League Fireworks 2026 - Family Fun & Fireworks
Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
Location: Gordon League Rugby Football Club, Hempsted, Gloucester GL2 5JN
Join us this Bonfire Night for the Gordon League Fireworks - Gloucester's biggest, best and most loved fireworks spectacular.
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of spectacular fireworks, family entertainment, delicious food and drink, a fantastic funfair, and an incredible atmosphere as we light up the sky together. Whether you're bringing the whole family or meeting up with friends, this is Gloucester's favourite Bonfire Night celebration and one you won't want to miss.
Meet Your Favourite Characters
Our friends from Supersons Family Entertainment will be bringing a fantastic selection of popular characters to the event. Just as they did at our hugely successful summer event, they'll be roaming the site throughout the evening, meeting families, posing for photos and helping create a fun, interactive experience for children of all ages.
Two Spectacular Fireworks Displays
The evening begins with a specially designed low-noise fireworks display, perfect for younger children and those who prefer a gentler experience.
Then, prepare for the biggest fireworks display in Gloucester – a breath taking pyro-musical spectacular choreographed to music, featuring more fireworks than ever before.
Funfair, Sweets & Treats
The event will once again feature the fantastic Angus Pedrick Funfair, offering everything from thrilling rides to family favourites. Alongside the attractions, you'll find plenty of sweets, treats and traditional fairground favourites to enjoy throughout the evening.
Food & Drink
Support your local rugby club by visiting one of our three bars and BBQs. Enjoy a great selection of hot food fresh from the grill, alongside a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to keep you warm throughout the night.
Parking & Travel - Please Read
To help ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable evening, please note that there is no parking or drop-off area outside the entrance to Gordon League Rugby Club.
To keep traffic moving safely through Hempsted Village, parking restrictions will be in place and our security team will be monitoring Hempsted Lane throughout the event. Please do not park in a way that blocks driveways, access routes or other vehicles.
Where possible, we encourage visitors to use public transport or park at Gloucester Quays, where ample parking is available.
If you are bringing young children, please ensure they are supervised at all times, particularly when walking near the main roads.
With your cooperation, we can continue to make this a safe, enjoyable and successful event for everyone for many years to come.
Get Your Tickets Early
This event sells quickly each year, so book early to avoid disappointment and secure your place at Gloucester's biggest Bonfire Night celebration.
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Location: Cheltenham
Ellenborough Park Christmas Fireworks Spectacular
Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable evening of Christmas magic at the beautiful Ellenborough Park. Enjoy festive entertainment, delicious food and drink, Christmas market stalls, Santa's grotto, real reindeer and a spectacular musical fireworks display in one of Gloucestershire's most prestigious settings.
Date: Friday, 18 December 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Reindeer Depart: 7:00pm
Fireworks Display: 7:15pm
Venue: Ellenborough Park, Southam Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3NJ
Event Highlights
Meet Santa
Children will have the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto, have their photograph taken and receive a small Christmas gift.
Meet Santa's Real Reindeer
Meet two of Santa's real reindeer, who will be at the event from the moment the gates open until 7:00pm. Be sure to visit them before they head off to prepare for Christmas Eve.
The Christmas Dubs Return
The ever-popular Christmas Dubs will once again be joining us with their incredible festive vehicles, proudly raising funds for The Grand Appeal - The Bristol Children's Hospital Charity.
The Christmas Musical Fireworks Spectacular
As darkness falls, enjoy a spectacular 10-minute musical fireworks display, perfectly choreographed to a festive soundtrack featuring everyone's favourite Christmas classics.
The display begins promptly at 7:15pm, providing a magical finale to your evening.
Food & Drink
Enjoy a fantastic selection of freshly prepared food alongside premium drinks, including fine wines, champagne, spirits and soft drinks, ensuring there's something for everyone throughout the evening.
Christmas Market
Browse a wonderful selection of festive market stalls featuring handmade gifts, seasonal treats, Christmas decorations and local independent traders - perfect for finding those last-minute Christmas presents.
Family Attractions
A selection of smaller funfair rides and attractions will also be available throughout the evening for younger visitors and families to enjoy.
Tickets, Access & Parking
Tickets for this event are available by advance booking only through this platform. Please do not travel to the venue expecting to purchase tickets on the gate.
Parking is limited, so we strongly encourage guests to car-share wherever possible.
Stay the Night
Make your Christmas celebration even more memorable with a luxury overnight stay at Ellenborough Park.
Guests attending the event can enjoy 20% off overnight accommodation by using the exclusive promotional code CHASE20 when booking their room.
With limited availability during the festive season, we recommend booking early to secure your preferred accommodation.
There are many popular events in the Cotswolds which take place annually such as The Cotswold Show in Cirencester, the world famous Bibury Duck Race and Robert Dover's Cotswold Olimpicks (no, that's not a spelling mistake) in Chipping Campden.
Equine enthusiasts can look forward to the National Hunt Festival and the Gold Cup at Cheltenham Racecourse as well as the Badminton Horse Trials and various point-to-point meetings around the Cotswolds.
If you're looking for something a bit more unusual then the annual Boxing Day duck race in Bibury and the Woolsack Races in Tetbury may fit the bill.
If you are organising an event in the Cotswolds then you can advertise your event FREE OF CHARGE on the Cotswold Events website.
Events all over the Cotswolds are listed on the Cotswold Events website, and we'll also post them to our social media accounts which have over 200,000 followers & members - so you'll be in good company.