BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Gloucester BID - Business Improvement District - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gloucester BID - Business Improvement District
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20240331T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20241027T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T200000
DTSTAMP:20250228T190005Z
CREATED:20250228T185539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T190005Z
UID:294919-1740664800-1741204800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers are otherworldly creatures on a journey into the unknown. They use nonverbal sounds and language to communicate with one another and make new friends. They sing\, chatter\, and happily stay a while somewhere new. \nAir Giants’ is a Bristol-based team coming from diverse backgrounds with experience in theatre design\, software development and access and inclusion. Their work is centred around connection and companionship\, and their pneumatically-controlled robotic creations\, made using cutting-edge robotics research\, are emotionally expressive to better connect with audiences. \nOpening times:\n\n\nThursday 27th February: 2pm – 9pm \n\n\nFriday 28th February: 11am – 9pm  \n\n\nSaturday 1st March: 11am – 9pm \n\n\nSunday 2nd March: 11am – 8pm  \n\n\nMonday 3rd March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nTuesday 4th March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nWednesday 5th March: 12pm – 8pm
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-whilers/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/The-Whilers.jpg
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T210000
DTSTAMP:20250205T164605Z
CREATED:20250205T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T164605Z
UID:294499-1740740400-1740776400@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-5/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Bright-Nights.webp
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T180000
DTSTAMP:20250209T123837Z
CREATED:20250209T123837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T123837Z
UID:294637-1740760200-1740765600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Girls Just Wanna Have Funds
DESCRIPTION:Building confidence for women and their finances\, taking back control in a modern world of uncertainty and changing rules. A focussed session on understanding investments.   \nGirls Just Wanna Have Funds is back with a focussed session on understanding investments.  Be it short\, medium or long term\, women can learn the essentials of building wealth\, making informed financial decisions\, and achieving long-term financial security. We’ll dive into practical strategies to build and grow wealth\, covering essential topics like ISAs\, Lifetime ISAs and Pensions\, touching on some more advanced topics too!   \nThis event is an opportunity to connect\, learn\, and empower. See you there!
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/girls-just-wanna-have-funds/
LOCATION:Quayside Wealth Management\, Pillar and Lucy House Merchants Road\, Gloucester\, GL2 5RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Service,Small Business,Talks/Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/QWM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T210000
DTSTAMP:20250205T163932Z
CREATED:20250205T163931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T163932Z
UID:294492-1740826800-1740862800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-3/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/whilersinthepark-render-v02_1.png
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T164156Z
CREATED:20250205T164155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T164156Z
UID:294496-1740913200-1740945600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-4/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Bright-Nights.webp
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T164947Z
CREATED:20250205T164946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T164947Z
UID:294502-1741003200-1741032000@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-6/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/whilersinthepark-render-v02_1.png
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250304T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250304T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T164724Z
CREATED:20250205T163717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T164724Z
UID:294490-1741089600-1741118400@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights@ The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-2/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Entertainment,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Bright-Nights.webp
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T165214Z
CREATED:20250205T165135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T165214Z
UID:294505-1741176000-1741204800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir 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.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-7/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/whilersinthepark-render-v02_1.png
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T211500
DTSTAMP:20250303T170623Z
CREATED:20250303T170623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T170623Z
UID:294935-1741287600-1741295700@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Isbourne Trio: International Women's Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:King’s School Gloucester is looking forward to welcoming back The Isbourne Trio who will be giving a concert in the Ivor Gurney Hall on Thursday 6th March at 7pm. They are joining with a number of our music students from Junior and Senior School to celebrate International Women’s Day – this will be a varied and eclectic programme from female composers.\n\n\n\nPlease join us for the concert at 7.00pm and drinks just before – no need to reserve tickets in advance. Our music pupils will have the opportunity to work with these wonderful musicians during the afternoon workshop too.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/isbourne-trio-international-womens-day-concert/
LOCATION:The King’s School\, Pitt Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Isbourne-Trio_Intenational-Womens-Day-Concert-6th-March-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The King's School":MAILTO:office@thekingsschool.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20250303T172950Z
CREATED:20250303T172950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T172950Z
UID:294947-1741431600-1741442400@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Mighty Women from History and Science - Puppet and craft activity session
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of International Women’s Day and British Science Week\, we are inviting families to meet some of our greatest female trailblazers and heroines in puppet form! Let science communicator Sarah Snell-Pym introduce you to science pioneers Ada Lovelace\, Mary Anning and Mary Leakey; hero nurses Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole; and Gloucester’s great queen Aethelfled.\n\nAlongside this\, kids can get hands-on with crafts and activities related to the life and work of these historical figures\, including fossil hunting\, snap circuits and cabbage chemistry!\n\nThis drop-in event is suitable for children aged 4 and above accompanied by an adult. Entry is free with a suggested donation of £2 per person to support the upkeep of our historic building.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/mighty-women-from-history-and-science-puppet-and-craft-activity-session/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Talks/Educational,Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/International-Womens-Day-2025-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T170000
DTSTAMP:20250303T171751Z
CREATED:20250303T171718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T171751Z
UID:294940-1741431600-1741453200@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day Social Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE community event celebrating International Women’s Day! This is a space for women-owned businesses\, creatives\, and the wider community to connect\, share\, and inspire each other.\n\n Date: Saturday\, 8th March 2025\n Time: 11 AM – 5 PM\n Location: Floodplains Shop\, Eastgate Shopping Centre\, Gloucester\n\n💜 All ages welcome\n\n\n\nWhat’s on?\n Networking for female-led businesses\n Live music & poetry open mic\n Tea party – enjoy a variety of herbal brews\n Book swap – bring a book\, take a book!\n Clothes & accessories swap/upcycling – give pre-loved items a new life\n Creative workshops and skill sharing – group collage\, painting\, knitting\, and crochet\n\n\n\nThis event is all about empowering women’s voices in Gloucester and shaping a future that represents all people loudly and proudly!\n\n\n\n Whether you’re a maker\, an entrepreneur\, or just looking for an inspiring day out – this event is for you!\n\n\n\nThe theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 is “Accelerate Action”\, emphasizing the urgency of advancing gender equality. This theme calls for swift and decisive measures to address systemic barriers and biases that hinder women’s progress in both personal and professional spheres.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-social-event/
LOCATION:Eastgate Shopping Centre
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Networking,Small Business
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/International-Womens-Day-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="JOLT Gloucester":MAILTO:james@gloucesterculture.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T160000
DTSTAMP:20250306T215303Z
CREATED:20250306T215303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T215303Z
UID:294969-1741435200-1741449600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day 2025 – A Celebration of Strength\, Legacy & Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Arts Diverse-City invites you to a powerful gathering honouring the history\, resilience\, and identity of women. Rooted in Gloucester’s rich heritage\, this event explores the deep connections between HAIR – a symbol of power\, belonging\, and legacy – and the personal journeys that shape us. \n  \nWhat to Expect: \n• Poetry & Spoken Word: A platform for voices to echo history\, identity\, and cultural strength. \n• Exhibition & Installations: Artistic expressions symbolising the significance of HAIR in shaping personal and collective narratives. \n• Panel Discussion: Poets\, artists\, and cultural leaders explore the themes of belonging\, home\, and heritage. \n• Community Conversations: An inclusive space to reflect\, connect\, and share lived experiences. \n\nEvent Schedule:  \n• 12:00 PM – Doors Open | Welcome & Networking \n• 12:30 PM – Opening Remarks & Exhibition Introduction \n• 1:00 PM – Tour and discussion about the Exhibition \n• 2:30 PM – Open MIC Discussion: Belonging\, Home & Hair \n• 3:00 PM – Interactive Discussion & Audience Reflections \n• 3:30 PM – Closing Performances & Final Words \n• 4:00 PM – Event Ends with thanks
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-2025-a-celebration-of-strength-legacy-belonging/
LOCATION:Museum Of Gloucester\, Brunswick Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibition/Show,Talks/Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/WomenInternationalDaythird.png
GEO:51.8632439;-2.2444788
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum Of Gloucester Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1TH United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Brunswick Road:geo:-2.2444788,51.8632439
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T163000
DTSTAMP:20250306T220532Z
CREATED:20250306T220532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T220532Z
UID:294973-1741523400-1741537800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION: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!  \nThis 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! \nJoin 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. \nThe 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 \n\n\n\n12.30pm\n2.30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Adult £9\, Child £5\, Family £22.50\nTime: 12.30 – 1.30pm and 2.30 – 3.30pm\nUnreserved seating\nPerfect for all ages!
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-ultimate-bubble-show/
LOCATION:Gloucester Guildhall\, 23 Eastgate Street\, Glooucester\, GL1 1NS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/spinningcarrousel_ultimatebubbleshow.jpg
GEO:51.8650491;-2.2449474
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gloucester Guildhall 23 Eastgate Street Glooucester GL1 1NS United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23 Eastgate Street:geo:-2.2449474,51.8650491
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T190000
DTSTAMP:20250211T145623Z
CREATED:20250211T145623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T145623Z
UID:294695-1741687200-1742151600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:UpFront Survivors
DESCRIPTION:Strike a Light and Viv Gordon Company are bringing a pop-up cultural space to Gloucester – with a FREE programme of creative workshops\, performances\, events and an exhibition for adult survivors of child sexual abuse\, friends and allies. \n\n\n\n Tuesday 11 – 16 March 2025\n The Chambers\, Kings Square\, Gloucester\n\n\nGo to vivgordoncompany.co.uk to find out more.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/upfront-survivors/
LOCATION:The Chambers\, 27 St Aldate Street\, Kings Square\,\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 1RP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Talks/Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/A5_UPFRONT_Flyer-2025-digital-JPEG-002-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20250310T103857Z
CREATED:20250310T103857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T103857Z
UID:295016-1741939200-1742749200@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:English Tourism Week
DESCRIPTION:VisitEngland is proud to lead English Tourism Week (14-23 March 2025) celebrating our diverse\, exciting and vibrant sector\, and highlighting the quality and value of the English tourism offer. \nEnglish tourism supports 200\,000 SME businesses\, employs 2.6 million people and generates about £71.6 billion annually for the economy in domestic visitor spending. \nEnglish Tourism Week forms part of VisitEngland’s mission to champion the sector through political engagement nationally\, regionally and locally – demonstrating to political decision-makers the importance of tourism in England and their local area. \nGloucester plays host to a number of wonderful tourist attractions\, including: \n\nGloucester Cathedral\nMuseum of Gloucester\nBlackfriars Priory\nThe Folk of Gloucester\nSoldiers of Gloucestershire Museum\nNational Waterways Museum\nLlanthony Secunda Priory\n\nWhat will you come and see?
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/english-tourism-week/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/BR0163144-English-Tourism-Week-2025-136731-INSTAGRAM-4-56.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250325T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20250310T111341Z
CREATED:20250310T111341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T111341Z
UID:295021-1742889600-1759683600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Moomin 80: Moomin ABC
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Moomin 80 programme in Gloucester\, we invite you and your family into a magical world inspired by Moomins this Spring and Summer. Settle down for an hour to explore the magic world of the Moomins with your family and immerse yourself in the adventures of Moominmamma\, Sniff\, Stinky\, Little My\, Hodgkins\, Snufkin and Snorkmaiden! \nIn this incredible interactive exhibition\, brought to Museum of Gloucester by the award-winning Bakehouse Factory\, you can go on an amazing adventure centred on Tove Jansson’s iconic stories. \n 
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/moomin-80-moomin-abc/
LOCATION:Museum Of Gloucester\, Brunswick Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Talks/Educational,Trail
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Moomin-80_Moomin-ABC.jpg
GEO:51.8632439;-2.2444788
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum Of Gloucester Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1TH United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Brunswick Road:geo:-2.2444788,51.8632439
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250407T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250407T120000
DTSTAMP:20250317T114311Z
CREATED:20250317T114129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T114311Z
UID:295044-1744020000-1744027200@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:BIG Gloucester Clean Up - April
DESCRIPTION:The BIG Gloucester Clean Up is an initiative by Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID). Together with a team of volunteers\, they meet monthly to clean up the streets of Gloucester to make it more inviting to work\, and visit. \nThey meet on the first Monday of the month\, between 10am to 12pm to litter pick\, weed and clean off graffiti from windows – an all-round tidy up. They concentrate on a different street each month. This month we are meeting… \n📅 Monday\, 7th April 2025 \n📍 Hare Lane South\, Car Park \n⏰ 10am to 12pm \nThe more the merrier! If you would like to join them\, please message ma*******@***************rg.uk for more information.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/big-gloucester-clean-up-april/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/BiG-Gloucester-Clean-Up-Apr-2025_Insta.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T123000
DTSTAMP:20250312T162853Z
CREATED:20250312T162853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T162853Z
UID:295040-1744196400-1744201800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Retailers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Calling all retailers in Gloucester City Centre… \nWe would like to invite you to our quarterly Gloucester Retailers Meeting to discuss issues\, raise concerns and support where we can. \nIf needed\, Gloucester BID will take these issues and continue the discussion with various partners in the city\, such as Gloucester Constabulary and Gloucester City Council. \nThe meetings are free for BID members to attend and £5 for non-members.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-retailers-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Primark\, 33-39 Eastgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 1SS
CATEGORIES:Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Gloucester-Retailers-Meeting-9th-April-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20250403T172305Z
CREATED:20250403T172303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T172305Z
UID:296232-1744452000-1744473600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Cathedral Quarter Pop Up Market
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Calling all lovers of handmade and local craftsmanship! \nOn April 12th & 13th\, the Cathedral Quarter Makers Market is launching at 49 Westgate Street\, bringing together a fantastic mix of local creators\, artists\, and entrepreneurs. \nThis vibrant monthly pop-up market is the perfect opportunity to support small businesses\, discover unique products\, and enjoy a thriving community atmosphere. \n📍 Location: 49 Westgate Street📅 Dates: 12th & 13th April🎟 Free Entry \nJoin us for a weekend of creativity and commerce in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter! \n#Networking #SmallBusiness #MakersMarket #CathedralQuarterMarket
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/cathedral-quarter-pop-up-market/
LOCATION:49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, 49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Community,Craft,Events,Shopping
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/CQ-PopUp-Market-Instagram-Post-45.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T150000
DTSTAMP:20250403T172446Z
CREATED:20250403T172445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T172446Z
UID:296238-1744542000-1744556400@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Cathedral Quarter Pop Up Market
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Calling all lovers of handmade and local craftsmanship! \nOn April 12th & 13th\, the Cathedral Quarter Makers Market is launching at 49 Westgate Street\, bringing together a fantastic mix of local creators\, artists\, and entrepreneurs. \nThis vibrant monthly pop-up market is the perfect opportunity to support small businesses\, discover unique products\, and enjoy a thriving community atmosphere. \n📍 Location: 49 Westgate Street📅 Dates: 12th & 13th April🎟 Free Entry
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/cathedral-quarter-pop-up-market-2/
LOCATION:49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, 49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Community,Craft,Events,Market,Shopping
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/CQ-PopUp-Market-Instagram-Post-45.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20250606T093903Z
CREATED:20250606T093831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T093903Z
UID:296524-1749294000-1749394800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Dino-ROAR!
DESCRIPTION:Gloucester will be taken over by dinosaurs this weekend\, 7 – 8 June! Get ready for a prehistoric party in the heart of the city! \nGloucester is set to host the exciting Dino-ROAR Weekend in Kings Square and Cathedral Quarter\, promising two days of dinosaur-sized fun for the whole family. \n11am-3pm on Saturday and Sunday \nPlease check the social media for any changes to venue\, due to weather.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/dino-roar/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Family,Trail
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Steg2-scaled.jpg
GEO:51.8642449;-2.238156
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T233000
DTSTAMP:20250609T102501Z
CREATED:20250609T102501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T102501Z
UID:296529-1750514400-1750548600@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:2025 Charity Vinyl Festival All Dayer @ Cafe Rene
DESCRIPTION:It’s back! A fantastic summer event celebrating everything on wax!\nCafe Rene will be bringing the vinyl loving community together for a day of music\, beverages\, dancing and so much more….\nYou can look forward to the following:\n– 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\nThis event will run on behalf of the charity Sue Ryder and proceeds and money collected will be donated to this amazing charity.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/2025-charity-vinyl-festival-all-dayer-cafe-rene/
LOCATION:Cafe Rene\, 31 Southgate Street\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TP
CATEGORIES:Charity,Entertainment,Events,Fairs,Market
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Cafe-Rene-Vubly-scaled.jpg
GEO:51.8643704;-2.2470256
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cafe Rene 31 Southgate Street Gloucester GL1 1TP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=31 Southgate Street:geo:-2.2470256,51.8643704
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20250624T112957Z
CREATED:20250624T112957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T112957Z
UID:296664-1751241600-1751846399@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Independents Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/independents-week-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20250624T113822Z
CREATED:20250624T113559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T113822Z
UID:296666-1751241600-1751846399@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Local Business Bingo
DESCRIPTION:How to play our Local Business Bingo this Independents Week:\n\n\n1. 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)\n\n\n2. Shop local and complete all of the bingo squares\n\n\n3. 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!
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/local-business-bingo/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Business offers,Entertainment,Events,Shopping,Small Business
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250630T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T170000
DTSTAMP:20250629T180409Z
CREATED:20250629T180409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T180409Z
UID:296753-1751270400-1751821200@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:ShopKind Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Gloucester BID is proud to support ShopKind Week\, running from 30th June to 6th July 2025\, a national campaign that calls for kindness and respect towards shopworkers and highlights the essential role they play in our communities. \nLed by the Home Office and supported by major retailers and local organisations\, ShopKind aims to tackle the rising issue of abuse and violence against retail staff – promoting a safer and more respectful shopping environment for all. \nRetail staff across the UK continue to report concerning levels of abuse\, with many facing verbal threats or worse while simply doing their jobs.ind \nThroughout ShopKind Week\, Gloucester BID\, Gloucester City Safe and Gloucestershire Constabulary will be working with local businesses to display campaign materials\, raise awareness\, and remind shoppers that a little kindness can make a big difference. \nShopKind Week is a timely opportunity to say thank you and stand in solidarity with those on the front lines of our local high streets. \nHow You Can Get Involved: \n– Visit participating Gloucester shops and thank staff for their hard work \n– Share messages of support online using #ShopKind \n– Encourage respectful and positive behaviour while shopping \nFor more information\, visit https://gloucesterbid.org.uk/shop-kind/
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/shopkind-week-2025/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Shopping,Talks/Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/ShopKind-Week-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250630T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T160000
DTSTAMP:20250630T092233Z
CREATED:20250629T193349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T092233Z
UID:296758-1751274000-1752422400@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Great Gift Card Giveaway 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Great Gift Card Giveaway is back!\n\n\n\n\nWould you like to win a Gloucester Gift Card as a reward for shopping local? \n\nBetween 30th June and 13th July\, a selection of businesses who are part of the Gloucester Gift Card will be handing out small cards to their customers featuring a QR code linking to an online game which will reveal if the customer has won a Gloucester Gift Card or a discount off a Gloucester Gift Card.\n\nThere will be £350 in Gloucester Gift Cards and discounts given away during the campaign.\n\n\n\nParticipating businesses:\n💝 The Body Shop\, Eastgate Street\n💝 Brewhouse & Kitchen\, Gloucester Quays\n💝 Chez Rose\, bottom of Westgate Street\n💝 The Entertainer\, King’s Walk\n💝 The Fountain Inn\, Westgate Street\n\n💝 Miju Wools\, Cathedral Street\n💝 Norville Opticians\, Eastgate Street\n💝 Spago\, Bakers Quay\n💝 VRXPERIENCE\, Southgate Street\n\n\n\nMore businesses will be added throughout the event
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-great-gift-card-giveaway-2025/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Shopping
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/The-Great-Gift-Card-Giveaway-2025_landscape-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T150000
DTSTAMP:20250629T173430Z
CREATED:20250629T173113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T173430Z
UID:296749-1751709600-1751814000@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Cathedral Quarter Pop-Up Create & Make
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our free monthly pop-up create and make sessions. \nThis month\, July\, we will be making Lion inspired creations\, ahead of the Lions At Large Trail\, which will be unveiled in a few weeks across Gloucester and Cheltenham. \nNo need to book\, just drop-in and have fun! \nVenue: 49 Westgate Street\, Quedgeley\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2NW \nOpening times:\nSaturday – 10am to 4pm\nSunday – 11am to 3pm
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/cathedral-quarter-pop-up-create-make/
LOCATION:49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, 49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/CQ-Pop-Up-Create-and-Make_July-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T170000
DTSTAMP:20250707T171240Z
CREATED:20250707T171134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T171240Z
UID:296801-1751875200-1756054800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Second Hand Summer Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Everyone loves a bargain and this summer there’s more reason than ever to hunt some out in Gloucester’s own treasure trove of charity shops. \nPre-loved clothes\, brilliantly retro homewares and vintage finds – there’s something extra special about rooting them out for a steal\, while supporting worthwhile causes along the way. And now there’s more incentive than ever to visit the city centre’s amazing network of charity outlets and nose through all they have to offer\, by taking part in the Second Hand Summer Challenge.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/second-hand-summer-challenge/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/Second-Hand-Summer-Header-2025.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20250707T170916Z
CREATED:20250707T170915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T170916Z
UID:296799-1752192000-1752278399@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Lions At Large
DESCRIPTION:From Friday 11th July\, Lions at Large – The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail will be ‘roaring’ onto the streets of Cheltenham and Gloucester! \nThere will be 32 large Lion sculptures\, painted by local artists; celebrating Gloucestershire’s rich history\, culture and diversity. They will be joined by our Cub Club – a pride of 54 little Lions lovingly created by local schools and community groups.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/lions-at-large/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Family,Trail
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/WIA-Photos-1a-scaled-2-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250714T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20250707T171445Z
CREATED:20250707T171445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T171445Z
UID:296804-1752480000-1753030800@gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Lions at Large Trail
DESCRIPTION:From Friday 11th July\, Lions at Large – The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail will be ‘roaring’ onto the streets of Cheltenham and Gloucester! \nThere will be 32 large Lion sculptures\, painted by local artists; celebrating Gloucestershire’s rich history\, culture and diversity. They will be joined by our Cub Club – a pride of 54 little Lions lovingly created by local schools and community groups. \nThis is a fun\, free and family-friendly Wild in Art event. Streets\, parks and open spaces will dazzle with their vibrant colours and surprising designs. Helping to bring together our community to explore and feel pride in their local area.
URL:https://gloucesterbid.uk/event/lions-at-large-trail/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Events,Family,Trail
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gloucesterbid.uk/wp-content/uploads/WIA-Photos-1a-scaled-2-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR