Bath serves as a stage for a packed calendar of events throughout the year, giving you even more reasons to visit this alluring city.

There’s lots for culture vultures. With packed programmes spread out over one week, the Bath Literature Festival and Bath Music Festival are the perfect excuse to stay longer stay in the city. The lineups feature live performances from internationally renowned artists, as well as fascinating talks with celebrated authors and engaging workshops from leading literary voices. 

You can immerse yourself in the world of Bath’s most famous literary resident at the annual Jane Austen Festival, featuring elegant masked balls, walking tours and talks (many staged in locations straight out of Austen’s stories).

Treat your ears to classical music when international performers descend on the city for Mozartfest and Bachfest, indulge your sense of fun at Bath Comedy Festival, or discover rising cinematic stars at the FilmBath Festival.

Catch weekly live music at Green Park Brasserie or check out the latest comedians at Komedia Bath’s ever-popular weekly Comedy Club. There are regular theatre shows and performances at Bath’s many unique venues, including the Theatre Royal. You could learn something new at a lecture or course, or look out for pop-up foodie events to indulge your taste buds. Make the most of the holidays with special Easter, Summer, and Christmas events programmes across the city.

Bath is fizzing with festivals and events 12 months of the year. We’ve only scratched the surface here. Use the events search to find out what’s on and start planning your trip now.

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