“We Stitched” Exhibition on show at The Folk of Gloucester
Gloucester Civic Trust has unveiled the latest and final exhibition of its exciting heritage project Rebirth of The Folk of Gloucester; What, Where, When, Why? “We Stitched” is a celebration of Tudor creativity inspired by the medieval wall art uncovered when the...
175th Anniversary Concert: Hymnus Paradisi and Finzi’s Clarinet Concerto
This rescheduled concert promises to be every bit as special as the occasion deserves. Herbert Howells’s Hymnus Paradisi was first performed at the Gloucester Three Choirs Festival of 1950. Hymnus Paradisi is set in six movements that combine the texts of psalms, the...
9 summer highlights to enjoy in Gloucester
Some incredibly exciting things are happening in Gloucester this summer 2021 – from the return of popular festivals and events to exploring the city like you never have before. With popular festivals and events returning, more restrictions being lifted and venues...
A Costume for Gloucester
A Costume for Gloucester is a trailblazing project, which has been put together by Voices Gloucester in collaboration with Gloucester Cathedral. Designed by locally-based costumier Katie Taylor and forming part of Threads 2023, A Costume for Gloucester celebrates the...
A Guide to Entertaining & Dining in Gloucester this Winter
Gloucester BID have called upon valued partners around the city to create ‘Winter in Gloucester’, an entertainment and dining guide for the winter period. Helping you to plan and make wonderful memories with friends, family and colleagues. This winter there are some...
A Hive of Activity in Gloucester This May Half-Term!
We’re fast approaching the May half-term school holidays, plus another bank holiday, and Gloucester city centre will be a hive of activity for children of all ages! Don your gown, fix your crown and get selfie ready on the throne fit for a King or Queen at Gloucester...
Ahoy, music lovers! Gloucester Tall Ships Festival Announces Massive Music Extravaganza for 2024
Gloucester Tall Ships, the bi-annual festival that celebrates the city’s global connections and vibrant maritime heritage has announced its biggest music line-up ever, which is set to electrify Gloucester Docks for three days over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, from...
Arcade
Where will your choices lead you? On Eastgate Street, in a completely dark shipping container, immerse yourself in a choose-your-own-adventure experience like no other. This isn’t any ordinary arcade and these are not ordinary arcade machines. Step into a world...
Armed Forces Day 2023
Come along to the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum on Saturday 24th June and join us to celebrate and give thanks to our Armed Forces. There’s lots of things to do for all the family, including children’s activities, stalls, live music, hot food, and an...
Art In The City 2024
Art In The City is an event for all in Gloucester City centre. Join us in Gloucester for a creative day! ‘Plein Air’ painting competition and exhibition. Compete for prizes and enjoy a day of art. Register now! In it’s seventh year Art In The City looks to host both...
Art in the City 2025: Gloucester Docks to Become a Living Canvas This August
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the historic Gloucester Docks will burst into colour as artists, families, and the local community come together for Art in the City 2025. Hosted by That White Room in partnership with Gloucester BID, this vibrant outdoor event celebrates...
Artists of all Abilities Invited for Exciting City Centre Plein Air Fiesta!
A call-out is being made for artists of all abilities to join us for a creative day, ‘Plein Air painting competition and exhibition, with prizes! Are you a local budding artist and are you free on Saturday 17th August? If you are, then this will be the event for you!...
Autumn Faery Fayre & Parade
We are bringing the Autumn Faeries to The Folk of Gloucester. Join us for Faery Fun at our Autumn Faery Fayre from 10.30am – 5.00pm, with free entry, on the 7th & 8th of October 2023 We will have a wonderful display of Faery related stalls including artists,...
Autumn Faery Wingding
Join us for our Autumn Faery Wingding Celebration at The Folk of Gloucester on Saturday 7th October 7.30pm. We have a magical evening of entertainment for you with dancing from Aziza Cheltenham Belly Dance Troupe, amazing artists ,Julia Mosley, Jessica Law, Ominous...
Battle of the Bands
Get ready to rock, Gloucester! We’re thrilled to announce the ultimate Battle of the Bands is happening on August 17th at Kings Square, Gloucester, and we want YOU to be a part of it! ???????? This is your band’s chance to shine! If you think you’ve got what it...
Behind the Scenes Tour
Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum? Satiate your curiosity with our exclusive Behind the Scenes tour! Dive deep into the inner workings of our vibrant institution for an hour-long journey filled with intrigue and discovery. Join us for an...
Behind the Scenes Tour
Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum? Satiate your curiosity with our exclusive Behind the Scenes tour! Dive deep into the inner workings of our vibrant institution for an hour-long journey filled with intrigue and discovery. Join us for an...
Behind the Scenes Tour
Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum? Satiate your curiosity with our exclusive Behind the Scenes tour! Dive deep into the inner workings of our vibrant institution for an hour-long journey filled with intrigue and discovery. Join us for an...
Behind the Scenes Tours of the Folk of Gloucester
A “Behind the Scenes” Tour of three Tudor houses “If only Walls could Talk”. Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories...
Behind the Scenes Tours of the Folk of Gloucester
A “Behind the Scenes” Tour of three Tudor houses “If only Walls could Talk”. Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories...
Best of Summer Wine Tasting Evening – Our House
We love a fun fact and we love wine even more so make sure you don’t miss our wine tasting evenings at Our House in Gloucester Food Dock. Spend an evening with us and leave as the friend who ‘knows their wines’. The masterclass will be made up of 5 wines, tasted and...
Big City Sleepout
The Big City Sleepout is our way of encouraging people to spend one night of being uncomfortable and experiencing the sights, sounds and feeling of sleeping rough. Join us as we once again sleep out in the city centre on a Saturday night and experience the constant...
BIG Gloucester Clean Up – April
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. They meet on the first Monday of...
BiG Gloucester Clean Up – August
Cleaning up Gloucester city centre one street at a time. Join us on Monday 5th August as we litter pick and generally tidy up Westgate Car Park and up through Westgate Street itself, to make it more attractive for residents, businesses and visitors alike. Through our...
BiG Gloucester Clean Up – September
Cleaning up Gloucester city centre one street at a time. Join us on Monday 2nd September as we litter pick and generally tidy up Blackfriars, to make it more attractive for residents, businesses and visitors alike. Through our BiG Gloucester Clean Up Campaign, we have...
BiG Gloucester Clean-Up
Join us and our team of volunteers as we clean up Gloucester city centre one street at a time. Starting at 10am until 12pm, we’ll remove posters, stickers & zip ties, we’ll litter pick and tidy up green spaces with light weeding. If you would like to...
BIG PUB PUSH
Pubs are so much more than just, well, pubs! They are support for many, a place to socialise, meet, have fun and enjoy. Many of the Gloucester pubs will host various events through out the week, from quizzes to brewing sessions. Celebrating pubs between 21st-29th...
Bigger Brick Builders
Welcome to Bigger Brick Builders! It’s time for older kids to unleash their creativity and building skills with LEGO® bricks in our museum. Join us for an exciting session where you can relax, play, and let your imagination soar. Dive into the world of...
Brewing Emotions With Late Knight Coffee
Join us for this one-off sensory experience exploring the links between coffee and photography In this workshop you will learn more about: the history of coffee; the various home brewing methods; and the different coffee tasting notes. Followed by an open discussion...
Brick History Exhibition (LEGO®)
Unlocking the Past, One Brick at a Time! Discover Brick History at the Museum of Gloucester from 29 June – 6 October 2024. ABOUT THE EXHIBITION: Build memories brick by brick at our captivating LEGO® exhibition, where iconic moments and figures are vividly...
Bright Nights returns to brighten up Easter break
Bright Nights, the illuminating family festival brightening up the dark nights, returns this Easter. The popular programme organised by Gloucester City Council working with Gloucester BID and partners across the city is set to entertain over the Easter break....
Bug Hunt
There’s bugs & gardens everywhere and we’re going to find them! Decorate your own magnifying glass at the Museum then make your way to the Blackfriars Medieval Priory on a walk inspired by nature followed by some recycled art making! Children must be...
Cathedral Quarter Maker’s Market – Autumn
Following on the from the first market in August – Gloucester Business Improvement District and Catherdral Quarter are hosting another local makers market in Westgate Street on 20th & 21st of October! There will be 15 stalls offering unique and hand crafted...
Cathedral Quarter Pop-Up Create & Make
Come and join us for our free monthly pop-up create and make sessions. This 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. No need to book, just drop-in...
Cathedral Quarter Pop-Up Create & Make
Come and join us for our free monthly pop-up create and make sessions. This month, September, we will be making Gloucester Day inspired crafts in celebration of this wonderful day, which sees activities across the city centre. No need to book, just drop-in and have...
