Here’s a list of events that we thought you would find helpful for the coming year:
January
1st Jan – New Year’s Day
5th – 23rd Jan – University of Bath Semester One
Until 5th Jan – School Christmas Holiday
Until 5th Jan – Bath on Ice
Glowing in atmospheric lights, Bath on Ice is the perfect place to practise your skating and show off some moves. With wintery music, a cosy bar, and seasonal drinks, you’ll be transported to a dreamy winter wonderland!
Until 11th Jan – Bath Spa University Winter Break
12th – 23rd Jan – Semester One (Part Two) Bath Spa University
16th Jan – Bath Rugby V Edinburgh Rugby at the Rec
20th – 22nd Jan – University of Bath Winter Graduations
23rd Jan – 1st Feb – University of Bath Inter-Semester Break
24th Jan – 2nd Feb – Bath Spa University Inter-Semester Break
28th Jan – 16th Feb – ReBalance Bath Festival
Chase away the cold dark days of midwinter with a fantastic collection of feel-good events that bring together opportunities for physical wellbeing, mental wellbeing, talks and lots of fun!
February
2nd Feb – 27th Mar – Semester Two (Part One) Bath Spa University
2nd Feb – 27th Mar – University of Bath Semester Two
3rd Feb – Bath Spa University Winter Graduation
14th Feb – Bath Rugby V Bristol Bears at The Rec
14th Feb – Valentine’s Day
14th – 23rd Feb – School Half Term
19th – 21st Feb – Bath Bach Festival
The Bath Bachfest is a 3-day 5-concert, mini music festival celebrating the work of Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries. Held each February in Bath’s stunning period venues, it attracts fine musicians and audiences from across the UK and well beyond.
28th Feb – Bath Rugby V Gloucester Rugby at The Rec
March
8th Mar – International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.
TBA – Curious Minds Festival
Events that will challenge perceptions, illuminate, educate and entertain the most curious minds – from historical lives to behind-the-scenes looks at the monarchy and politics, from Shakespeare to the space race.
13th – 22nd Mar– English Tourism Week
Visit Britain is proud to lead the annual English Tourism Week, celebrating the diverse, exciting and vibrant sector, and highlighting the quality and value of English tourism.
15th Mar – Bath Half Marathon
As the sun comes up on race day, there is always a real sense of excitement and anticipation in the city. Runners and spectators pour into the city centre to see or take part in the race.
16th Mar – Bath Waiter’s Race
To kick off Bath Restaurant Week with real buzz, there will be an unmissable Waiters’ Race set against one of the city’s most iconic backdrops — the Royal Crescent.
17th -24th Mar – Bath Restaurant Week
Discover Bath’s culinary scene, make memories with your friends and family over a delicious meal and soak up the beautiful environment of Bath.
21st Mar – Bath Rugby V Saracens at the Rec
28th Mar – Bath Spa Postgraduate & Teacher Education Open Day
15th Mar – Mother’s Day
21st Mar – 19th Apr – Bath Comedy Festival
Have a Laugh in Bath as Bath Comedy Festival returns! With hundreds of comedians performing at over a dozen venues across Bath, the Bath Comedy Festival will have you roaring with laughter over three weeks this Spring.
29th Mar – Daylight Savings Starts
30th Mar – 10th Apr – Bath Spa University Spring Vacation
30th Mar – 10th Apr – Semester Two Vacation – University of Bath
April
3rd – 23rd Apr – School Easter Holiday
3rd Apr – Good Friday
5th Apr – Easter Sunday
6th Apr – Easter Monday Bank Holiday
13th Apr – 22nd May – Semester Two (Part Two) Bath Spa University
13th Apr – 29th May – University of Bath Semester Two
18th Apr – Bath Rugby V Harlequins at The Rec
18th Apr – World Heritage Day
World Heritage Day celebrates the protection and promotion of our shared cultural and natural heritage. The day aims to create conversation on the conservation and sustainable management of our collective history.
22nd Apr – Earth Day
Earth Day aims to educate, inspire and mobilize individuals, communities, and governments to appreciate the environment’s importance and to invest in its protection and restoration. This year’s theme aims to promote investment in sustainable projects and strategies that contribute to a healthier and greener planet.
May
4th May – Early May Bank Holiday
TBA – Bath Spring Fayre
Bath Spring Fayre will transform Milsom Street, New Bond Street, and Greens Street into a vibrant celebration of spring.
With a full schedule of entertainment, the Bath Spring Fayre promises a delightful experience for locals and visitors alike.
16th – 24th May – Bath Literature Festival
Celebrated authors, bold new voices, poets, playwrights, and thinkers gather to share the stories shaping our world. From lively panel discussions and intimate readings to workshops, family events, and late‑night talks, the festival invites everyone to dive into the joy of words.
15th May – Party in the City
For one unforgettable night, Bath bursts into life as hundreds of musicians take over venues, streets, churches, bars, and open spaces with every genre imaginable. From soaring choirs in historic halls to indie bands shaking the cobblestones and DJs lighting up late‑night spots, the whole city becomes a stage.
19th – 21st May – Bath Digital Festival
Celebrating our city with a focus on three internationally impactful themes with foundations in Bath. The Bath Digital Festival has chosen Sport and Life Sciences, Space and Cities as their themes this year. They will be curating events to inspire you and design to generate new conversations.
16th May – Bath Rugby V Newcastle Red Bulls at The Rec
23rd May – 1st Jun – School Half Term
22nd May – 7th June – Bath Fringe Festival
A festival of all the arts, with few rules as to what should be in or out – it’s what people want to do, and what venues in Bath want to put on. It all happens for 2 long weeks & 3 weekends in early summer.
23rd May – 21st Sept – Bath Spa University Summer Holiday
TBA – Queer Bath
Queer Bath brings together Bath’s museums, historic buildings, and cultural venues in a landmark five-week campaign — the first of its kind in the city. This bold and inclusive initiative honours the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ lives, stories, and creativity through events, exhibitions, and reinterpretations of collections, all rooted in authenticity and co-creation.
25th May – Spring Bank Holiday
29th May – 28th Sept – University of Bath Summer Holiday
30th May – 7th Jun – Bath Music Festival
The Bath Music Festival brings together an unforgettable mix of world‑class performers, emerging talent, and genre‑spanning sounds. From intimate acoustic sets in historic venues to vibrant open‑air concerts, the festival transforms the city into a celebration of creativity, culture, and community.
June
1st – 7th Jun – Volunteer’s Week
A week dedicated to volunteers and says thank you to them for the contribution that they make.
6th Jun – Bath Rugby V Leicester Tigers at The Rec
TBA – Bath on the Beach
Home to the biggest beer garden in the city! It’s one of the most chilled out summer venues where you can chill with friends beneath palm trees whilst playing games and sipping on sweet summer cocktails.
21st Jun – Father’s Day
July
2nd – 5th Jul – Bath Boules
11th Jul – Bath Carnival
The Bath Carnival transforms the streets of Bath with a large Carnival procession. There are also free combined arts and music festivals and participatory workshops.
13th – 18th Jul– University of Bath Summer Graduation
TBA – Bath Summer Fayre
Explore the selection of summer-themed stalls and entertainment for a whole weekend on Milsom Street.
20th – 22nd Jul – Bath Spa University Summer Graduation
22nd Jul – 2nd Sept – School Summer Holiday
August
September
4th – 6th Sept – Foodies Festival
Join the Foodies Festival at Royal Victoria Park – bringing the UK’s biggest food festival featuring top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music to Bath.
TBA – Bath Walking Festival
Enjoy a long walk during September and explore new walks and self-guided trails.
11th – 20th Sept – Jane Austen Festival
One of the largest and longest-running Jane Austen Festivals in the world. Throughout the 10-day event, visitors enjoy events inspired by the timeless works of Jane Austen including guided walks, costumed balls, theatrical performances, talks and much more!
14th – 18th Sept – Bath Spa University Welcome Week
18th – 20th Sept – University of Bath Moving in weekend
21st – 27th Sept – University of Bath Welcome Week
21st Sept – 22nd Jan – Bath Spa University Semester One
27th Sept – World Tourism Day
26th Sept – 5th Oct – Bath Children’s Literature Festival
The Bath Children’s Literature Festival brings the city to life in celebration of the arts.
28th Sept – 11th Dec – University of Bath Semester One
October
TBA – Bath Autumn Fayre
Explore the selection of autumn-themed stalls and entertainment for a whole weekend on Milsom Street.
10th Oct – World Mental Health Day
An international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma.
TBA – FilmBath Festival
The FilmBath festival screens the best new and upcoming films from around the world with a stimulating and eclectic programme of films, workshops and film events across Bath and beyond.
24th Oct – 2nd Nov – School Half Term
TBA – Museums Week
Celebrating the unique collections and activities offered throughout museums in Bath.
TBA – Bath Oktoberfest
25th Oct – Daylight Savings Ends
31st Oct – Halloween
November
5th Nov – Bonfire Night
8th Nov – Remembrance Sunday
TBA – Bath on Ice
Bath on Ice is the perfect place to practise your skating and show off some moves. you can also enjoy glow-in-the-dark decorations at Glow Golf.
26th Nov – 13th Dec – Bath Christmas Market
Meander through the streets of Bath adorned with over 170 chalets and discover some of the best crafters that the South West and beyond has to offer.
TBC – Christmas Lights
28th Nov – Black Friday
29th Nov – Small Business Saturday
December
TBC – Bath Carousel
19th Dec – 4th Jan – School Winter Holiday
14th Dec – 1st Jan – University of Bath Winter Vacation
24th Dec – Christmas Eve
25th Dec – Christmas Day
26th Dec – Boxing Day
31st Dec – New Year’s Day
