Spring Flower Show

There is always something happening in Cornwall whilst you’re on holiday with us. Have a look at some local events so you don’t miss out!

March 

5th March – St Pirans Day – Celebrations take place across Cornwall to honour St Piran, one of the most popular patron Saints. Be it an open air play, a singalong in a pub or a procession through a town, just look out for a black and white flag.

29th March – 14th April – Springfest at the Eden Project – Easter at Eden brings the joys of spring to life with Springfest. Throughout the Easter Holidays, The Eden Project will be full of family-friendly games, crafts and activities for all ages. Don’t miss the rainforest chocolate trail in their Rainforest Biome, biome, where solving riddles and puzzles helps guests to complete a trail card which can be exchanged for a tasty chocolate treat.

29th March – 14th April -THE ADVENTURES OF THE LOST LAMB AT HELIGAN – It’s all about a little lost lamb at The Lost Gardens of Heligan this Easter. Collect a trail booklet from the ticket office and follow the adventures of Lowenna the Lost Lamb, brought to life through the pages and with storyboards displayed throughout the gardens. There are also plenty of crafts and activities happening in the Heligan play meadow tent. Easter activities are included with normal garden admission.

30th March – Easter BeachClean, Looe – Spend your Saturday afternoon doing good this Easter weekend by joining the Easter Beach Clean at Seaton Beach, Looe. This organised beach clean is open to all ages (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) and equipment is provided. It’s wise to make sure you’re wearing suitable clothing and footwear, however!

31st March – 14th April – THE EASTER EGGSPRESS AT BODMIN & WENFORD RAILWAY – For train fans, Easter provides the perfect opportunity to hop on board the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, where the nostalgia and fun of Cornwall’s steam railway combines with spring activities in their Easter Eggspress event. Visitors will have the opportunity to spot letters that are hidden around the station and also along the trackside, in order to complete an activity sheet and claim a prize!

April

1st April – Bude Food Festival – The Wharf, Bude EX23 8LG

6th & 7th April – Cornwall Spring Flower Show – Wadebridge Show Ground – A fragrant celebration of Cornish garden mania. Exuberant displays with camellias, daffodils, rhododendrons guaranteeing a colourful spectacle at the Boconnoc Estate. featuring show gardens, horticultural trade stands and competitive class.

26th – 28th April – Porthleven Food Festival – Porthleven Food Festival will return on 26-28 April 2024, bringing with it some of the best chefs and foodie offerings from across the South West.Grounded in its Cornish community, this annual, 3-day, foodie mecca is presented in partnership with acclaimed chef Jude Kereama of Kota restaurant – you may have seen him representing the South West on the BBC’s Great British Menu. – The Shipyard Market Unit 22a, Porthleven Shipyard TR13 9JY

May 

1st May – Padstow May Day -The biggest day in Padstow’s calendar. It’s not unusual for 30,000 people to flock into this little town on the day when Padstonians from all over the world return to their roots.

6th May – Open Car Show – St Austell – The CMC Riviera Run “Open Car Show” is our Bank Holiday Monday open show for all makes and models of car including Minis attending for the CMC Riviera Run and any other classic, sports, performance vehicles you wish to show in the showground with live music, traders, food, drink and entertainment in the field and the beautiful Pentewan Sands Beach to enjoy. Come along and join us for the last day of the CMC show weekend and share your passion for cars with us. All cars welcome in the showground on Monday.

4th May – Swim -SUP-RunThis is the ultimate alternative triathlon for all skill levels – the Swim-SUP-Run will once again take place at Carlyon bay in 2024.
The traditional bike leg is replaced with a Stand Up Paddle board! No fancy carbon bikes, just you, a SUP board and your core strength. The tri starts with a 750m sea swim. Once completed and after a quick transition on the beach you’ll pick up your SUP and jump aboard for a 1.5km paddle before returning to the beach and into transition. Here you’ll leave your SUP and get your trainers on for the final leg, a loop of Carlyon Bay golf course to Spit beach and back to finish.

4th – 7th May -The Cornwall Camping Show – Wadebridge Cornwall Showground – FREE ENTRY! The Cornwall Camping Show is back! See the latest and most popular brands Our show offers you the chance to browse tents, awnings, shelters and camping accessories.

17th, 18th & 19th May – Cornwall Tribute Festival – Our Tribute Bands and Acts look, sound and move like the real deal and they really know how to get the Party started, delivering you a mind-blowing performance you will not forget! This years tributes include Lewis Capaldi, Queen, Dua Lipa, Olly Murs, Steps, Vengaboys and many more! – Cornwall, Unit 1C New Rd, Perranporth TR6 0AT

10th – 18th May – Fowey Festival of Arts and Literature – Exciting programme includes talks, interviews, creative and practical workshops, exhibitions, presentations, theatre, musical concerts, an Art trail, guided walks and river cruises to enjoy, inform, challenge and inspire the imagination.

18 & 19th May – Looe Beer Festival – Your Ultimate Beer Experience in Cornwall! Look no further than the Looe Beer Festival, located in the picturesque coastal town of Looe, Cornwall. Our festival is a celebration of the finest craft beers, ales, and ciders, set against the stunning backdrop of Cornwall’s idyllic landscapes.

25th May – SwimRun (The Hokey Cokey) – The Hokey Cokey is Cornwalls toughest multi-sport event,  don’t be deceived by the distances this is a testing event and a real challenge!!!  ​This will be their 6th edition of the Hokey Cokey and is located within the heart of the lovely coastal harbour village of Charlestown. There are strong (long) and short course options available to participants which enables experienced athletes and beginners to take part. STRONG Course =  approximately 13.8km of running and 5.2km of sea swimming – 11 stages.

STRONG Course Map
 SHORT Course = approximately 7.8km of running and 2.5km of sea swimming – 7 stages.
SHORT Course Map
​You can enter either distance as an individual or you can enter the long course as a pair and race together with a friend, hopefully they will still be a friend, at the end of the day!

June

EDEN SESSIONS
12th June – Crowded House
15th June – Fatboy Slim
19th June – Paolo Nutini
29th June – Suede & Manic Street Preachers

6th, 7th, 8th June – Royal Cornwall Show (Wadebridge)  – Cornwall’s showcase since 1793 and a fascinating glimpse into rural life. Apart from the livestock judging, there is the famous flower tent, show jumping and a fast and furious inter-hunt relay.

22nd – 29th June – Mevagissey Feast WeekCommunity festival packed full of entertainment. Crab catching on the harbour, fishing boat races, dance along the street in the traditional flora dance, swing your partner at the ceilidh or simply watch and enjoy.

25th June – Midsummers’ Garden Party, Lost Gardens of Heligan – Marking the midpoint in the growing season, halfway between planting and harvest and celebrating all that nature has to offer, Heligan are hosting a Midsummers’ Garden Party. Listen (or dance) to Cornwall’s 1950’s Jump Jive 7-piece band, Company B, enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the walled garden and then feast on a seasonal Heligan meal mostly grown and raised on the estate.

21- 30 June – Golowen Festival, Penzance – Traditional celebrations in Penzance. That’s what Golowan 2024 is all about. And it returns to the beautiful Cornish town between Friday 21 and Sunday 30 June 2024. There’s always plenty of energy flowing around this wonderfully upbeat and colourful affair which has, as the organisers say, ‘something for everyone to enjoy’, whatever the weather.

July 

EDEN SESSIONS-
2nd July – The National Plus This is The Kit
3rd July – Rick Ashley Plus The Lightening Seeds
5th July – Tom Grennan
13th July – JLS

12th – 14th July – Tropical Pressure Festival (Truro) – Tropical Pressure Festival – Celebrating the rich cultures of Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean on the cliffs of Cornwall.

20th – 26th July – Charlestown Regatta – A week of fun events for all the family including includes events such as the fun triathlon, raft races, donkey derby, live music and colourful carnival to raise funds for the local community.

25th – 28th July – Rock Oyster Festival, Dinham House, North Cornwall. – Set against the stunning Camel estuary, The Oyster Stage is where the real magic happens. With the breathtaking views as its backdrop, it’s the place to catch some of the most amazing and diverse musical acts you’ll ever hear. We’re talking about legendary performers like Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, The Happy Mondays, Laura Mvula, Nick Mulvey, and Passenger, as well as hot new artists like Olivia Dean, Jade Bird and The Big Moon. And that’s just the tip of the musical iceberg because there are loads more incredible acts lined up for you to discover. This year we’re joined by the iconic Sugababes, The Human League and Bombay Bicycle Club.

August 

7th – 11th August – Boardmasters Surf, Skate and Music (Newquay)  Surf, skate & music festival situated across two legendary locations featuring the best in action sports including surfing and a laid back music festival.owcases vintage vehicles including full size and miniature steam engines.

22nd August – Fowey Classic Car Show – We are holding a classic car and vehicle show again in 2024, followed by a vehicle parade through the town. from 1pm.

18th – 24th August – Fowey Regatta- One of the best local regattas in the country, with a fun-filled week for all the family. Events include a midweek carnival, Red Arrows display and a spectacular firework display over the harbour.

22nd – 26th August – Cornwall Folk Festival, Wadebridge, North Cornwall – Intimate town setting in Wadebridge, North Cornwall. We start with a proper Cornish Nos Lowen on Thursday evening, and continue with three evenings concerts, plus two additional evening concerts in a second main venue. Daytime Sat-Mon outside at the FAR stage featuring acts from across Cornwall and the Southwest, plus music in town centre streets and bars.

September 

Friday 20th September – Newquay Beer Festival – Newquay Towan Blystra Lions welcome you to the 10th Newquay Beer Festival – an event where you can enjoy sampling over 100 different beers and ciders from across Cornwall. And our fantastic GIN BAR featuring some amazing Cornish offerings and some regular favourites too will be returning.

October

Mazey Day
Penzance

Information taken from the Visit Cornwall Website, for more info visit: https://www.visitcornwall.com/whats-on