What's On - Discover Malmesbury

Discover 'What's On' in and around Malmesbury

Discover vibrant events in Malmesbury, Wiltshire – from art exhibitions, guided walks, and speakers to family-friendly workshops and musical performances. Whether you're exploring historic venues like Malmesbury Abbey, strolling the High Street, or enjoying open-air concerts in Cloister Gardens, there's always something to suit every interest. Stay up to date with what's on in Malmesbury with our monthly event listings, and don't miss opportunities to get involved and support local community and culture. Find out more about Malmesbury and the surrounding area and check upcoming events, ticket information, and venue details right here.

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Family

Tweedy’s Massive Circus: The Big Number 2

Fri 15-May - Sun 31-May

Crudwell

£29.00

Tweedy’s back, and it’s bigger than ever!

After a smash-hit tour and an uproarious run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Tweedy returns this Easter with Tweedy’s Massive Circus: The Big Number 2.

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Arts & Literature

Along the Borders with Richard Collett

Fri 15-May 7:00 pm -9:00 pm

£10.00

Join Richard Collett for a fascinating evening exploring the hidden gems and stories along the edges of the British Isles.

Charity Events

Christian Aid Cake & Plant Sale

Sat 16-May 9:30 am -12:30 pm

Market Cross Malmesbury

Free

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Music

Eurovision Song Contest - Party Night for Ukraine!

Sat 16-May 7:30 pm

Kings Arms Malmesbury

£10.00

It's party night at the KA, join us for a fun night of games and watch the show on the big screen!

Join us for a fun evening on Eurovision night!

Arts & Literature

Napoleon after Waterloo & Lock of his Hair in our Museum

Wed 20-May 2:30 pm

£8.00

Bill Reed & Mike Lewis will tell us about this very unusual artifact – how it came to be in our collection and its context in the life of Napoleon Bonaparte.

History

'X' May Mark the Spot - A quest to Find the Lost Castle of Malmesbury

Wed 20-May 7:30 pm

The Rausing Building Malmesbury

Free

Malmesbury history society presents: X may mark the spot - A quest to find the lost castle of Malmesbury. A talk by Jerry Ollis.

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Community

Launch Event - Malmesbury In Bloom

Sat 23-May 11:00 am

Outdoor Event

Free

Launch of Malmesbury in Bloom at the Market Cross, with Malmesbury Town Cryer, The Mayor and celebrity garden designer Kate Durr.

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Food & Drink

eat:Festival

Sun 24-May 10:00 am -4:00 pm

Malmesbury Town Centre

Free

The award-winning eat:Festivals bring the very best South West food and drink producers together, and this time, they’re coming to Wiltshire. The festival will take place across Malmesbury town centre, with over 60 stalls set to appear in the High Street, Market Cross, Birdcage Walk, and town hall.

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Community

Flowers for St Aldhelm

Sun 24-May 11:00 am -4:00 pm

St Aldhelms Church - Malmesbury

Free

Beautiful blooms in a Grade II listed church. Prepare to celebrate St Aldhelm's feast day (25th May) and the start of Malmesbury in Bloom! All welcome.