Bright Nights: Twist and Shine
2025-02-15 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-16 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-17 14:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-19 14:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Kings Square, Gloucester, United Kingdom
Twist and shape glowing light sculptures in Kings Square.
Twist and Shine by Kaleider is a beautiful landscape of interactive light sculptures. They are made out of interconnected prisms that can be twisted into thousands of different shapes.
Come and move the light sculptures to create your own shapes. Every time a sculpture is changed, you take over from the people who have played before you. By transforming the shape, you change the landscape and add to the sculpture’s story.
You can twist them together with other people, on your own, or simply watch others playing. Imagination for any age, these light sculptures are for everyone to come and explore.

Gloucester Folk Trail
2025-02-15 10:00 - 23:00 | Gloucester City Centre, Gloucester, GL1 1PD, United Kingdom
The Gloucester Folk Trail is back for another packed year, taking place from February 14th to 16th, 2025. Audiences can immerse themselves in the vibrant traditions of folk music, dance and arts, all set against the historic backdrop of Gloucester.
Over three days, the city will come to life with live music performances, Morris dancing, workshops and craft activities, bringing together talented musicians, poets and artisans from across the county and country. With events hosted at multiple venues around the city, the Gloucester Folk Trail offers something for everyone—from seasoned folk enthusiasts to families looking for a unique cultural experience.
This event is made possible through the generous support of local businesses, venues and the Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID), which remains dedicated to enriching the city’s vibrant arts and cultural scene.

Bright Nights: The Whilers
2025-02-27 14:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-01 11:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-03 12:00 - 20:00 | Kings Square, Gloucester, United Kingdom
The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants, featuring three luminous, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.
These beings, part sloth, spirit, and dragon, illuminate the night sky, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.
Their interactive, emotive movements are powered by robotic air control and sensing technology. The Whilers’ non-verbal communication occasionally evolves into rhythmic, performative songs, offering a captivating spectacle for all.

Bright Nights@ The Whilers
2025-03-04 12:00 - 20:00 | Kings Square, Gloucester, United Kingdom

The Ultimate Bubble Show
2025-03-09 12:30 - 16:30 | Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Glooucester, GL1 1NS, United Kingdom
Ray Bubbles, an International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble!
This show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises, as Ray uses various different methods to craft stunning bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays. Prepare to be amazed as Ray creates a volcano bubble, a soap bubble carousel, a bubble ghost, and even a tornado inside a bubble!
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects and magical displays.
The show was inspired by Ray’s work with SEND schools, adult neurodivergent groups, and science centres across Europe. The performance is suitable for children and adults with additional needs. uildhaSunday 9 Mar 2025

12.30pm
2.30pm

Tickets: Adult £9, Child £5, Family £22.50
Time: 12.30 – 1.30pm and 2.30 – 3.30pm
Unreserved seating
Perfect for all ages!

2025 Charity Vinyl Festival All Dayer @ Cafe Rene
2025-06-21 14:00 - 23:30 | Cafe Rene, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 1TP
It’s back! A fantastic summer event celebrating everything on wax!
Cafe Rene will be bringing the vinyl loving community together for a day of music, beverages, dancing and so much more….
You can look forward to the following:
– All day vinyl DJ sets outdoors in the courtyard– Open decks – bring your records and have a spin!– DJ sets until the early hours in the Bar and the famous Cafe Rene Cellar spanning all genres.– Vinyl swap shop – clear out your collection and come and swap some records with fellow record collectors
This event will run on behalf of the charity Sue Ryder and proceeds and money collected will be donated to this amazing charity.

Local Business Bingo
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-06
How to play our Local Business Bingo this Independents Week:

1. Grab your bingo card from any of the 8 participating businesses (Sisu Pancakes, Bizarre, Blue Bamboo, The Thirsty Pine Beer Cafe, David Edwards Jewellers, Faeluna, Dr Foster, Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre)

2. Shop local and complete all of the bingo squares

3. Drop your completed bingo card at Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre by 10am Monday 7th July for a chance to win a £50 Gloucester Gift Card!

Festival of Archaeology 2025
2025-07-14 08:00 - 2025-07-26 17:00 | Gloucester City Centre, Gloucester, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
The Festival of Archaeology Returns to Gloucester in July 2025
The much-anticipated Festival of Archaeology returns to Gloucester in July 2025, promising an exciting programme of events celebrating the city’s rich and diverse history. Organised in partnership with a range of city centre venues and charities, the festival will bring together Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester Civic Trust, Museum of Gloucester, Gloucestershire Archives, Gloucester BID, the Bristol and Gloucestershire Archaeological Society (BGAS), and GlosArch to create an immersive and engaging experience for visitors of all ages.
As one of the highlights of Gloucester’s cultural calendar, the Festival of Archaeology will feature guided tours, hands-on excavation experiences, family-friendly workshops, expert talks, and special exhibitions that explore the city’s fascinating past, from its Roman origins to its medieval grandeur and beyond. The event will showcase the invaluable work of local historians, archaeologists, and heritage organisations, offering rare insights into Gloucester’s evolving landscape.

Gloucester Rhythm & Blues 2025
2025-07-25 19:00 - 2025-08-03 21:00
Music-lovers in Gloucestershire are in luck that the Gloucester Rhythm and Blues Festival is back in the city!

Gloucester Day 2025
2025-09-06 09:45 - 18:00 | The Folk of Gloucester, 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2PG, United Kingdom
Originally established to celebrate the lifting of The Siege of Gloucester in 1643, Gloucester Day has grown into a citywide celebration of civic pride.
Come and celebrate the very best of Gloucester with a fun-filled day for all ages. Explore a wide variety of stalls, enjoy live performances, and experience the lively Mock Mayor Parade at 11am, followed by the grand Gloucester Day Parade at 2pm, proudly led by the Mayor and Sheriff of Gloucester.
Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with music, street entertainment, and a dramatic Civil War Musketry finale at 4pm at The Folk of Gloucester.
Stalls are open from 9.45am to 4.30pm in Gloucester city centre. Between parades, reenactors will be gathering at The Folk of Gloucester where there will be children’s craft activities, Civil War exhibits and displays, and live historical music from The Bristol Waites throughout the day.

Gloucester Folk Trail 2026
2026-02-13 10:00 - 2026-02-15 20:00
