Bath Major Festivals and Events 2008
Major events in Bath and the surrounding area in 2008.
May
Bath International Music Festival: at Various Venues
One of the most prestigious music festivals in the UK.
21st May - 7th June, Tel: 01225 463362
Bath Fringe Festival: at Various Venues
This festival encompasses every aspect of contemporary art from drama and comedy, to street theatre and music.
23rd May - 8th June, Tel: 01225 463362
Somerset County Cricket Festival: at Bath Recreation Ground
Somerset vs. Gloucestershire
26th May, Tel: 0845 337 1875
The Royal Bath & West Show: at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
The agricultural show that will provide all the excitement and variety you ever wanted.
28th - 31st May, Tel: 01749 822200
July
The Roman Baths by Torchlight: at the Roman Baths
Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1st July - 31st Aug, Tel: 01225 477785
Channel 4 Taste of Bath: at Royal Victoria Park
Explore different cuisines, enjoy fine wines, champagnes and speciality beers all in the beautiful setting of Royal Victoria Park.
3rd - 6th July, Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p / min)
Meatloaf Concert: at The Rec
The legendary rock artist Meatloaf will be performing at The Recreation Ground as part of the Forever Friends Concert.
4th July, Tel: 01225 46362
Katie Melua Concert: at The Rec
As part of the Forever Friends Concert, Katie Melua will be performing at The Recreation Ground.
5th July, Tel: 01225 463362
Boyzone Concert: at The Rec
As part of the Forever Friends Concert, Boyzone will be performing at The Recreation Ground.
6th July, Tel: 01225 463362
Bath International Guitar Festival: at Various venues
25th July - 8th Aug, Tel: 01225 463362
August
The Roman Baths by Torchlight: at the Roman Baths
Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1st July - 31st Aug, Tel: 01225 477785
Gatcombe Park Horse Trials: at Gatcombe Park
1st - 3rd Aug, Tel: 01423 339423
UK School Games
The third UK School Games will feature some of the most talented youngsters of school age from across the UK.
28th - 31st August, Tel: 0207 278 7208
September
National Amateur Gardening Show: at the Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallett
5th - 7th Sept, Tel: 01749 822200
Bath Festival of Children's Literature: at Various Venues
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 463362
The Jane Austen Festival: at Venues throughout Bath
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 443000
October - November
Bath Film Festival: at Various venues
End Oct - Beg Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 401149
Bath Mozart Festival: at Various Venues
Mid Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 429750
Jane Austen's Regency Christmas: at The Jane Austen Centre
End Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 443000
November - December
Christmas at Claverton: at the American Museum
22nd Nov - 14th Dec, Tel: 01225 460503
Bath Christmas Market: Abbey Churchyard and surrounding areas
27th Nov - 7th Dec (TBC), Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p / min)
Carols by Candlelight, City of Bath Bach Choir: at The Pump Room
Mid Dec (TBC), Tel: 01225 463362
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