Pick of Diary Events in Bath
Mon 29 Jun. Komedia. Comedy: Li Jin Hao and Emmeline Donnie. Jin Hao became a Chortle Student Finalist, BBC New Comedy Awards Finalist. Emmeline Downie is a comedian, writer and actor performing across the UK comedy circuit. 7pm. See https://komediabath.co.uk/whats-on/
Mon 29 Jun. Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI). Talk on the poems of Sylvia Plat with Amanda Golden & Nicola Presley. A discussion of The Poems of Sylvia Plath (Faber, 2026), co-edited by Amanda Golden and Karen V. Kukil, a new edition of Sylvia Plath’s poems. This edition builds upon decades of research to newly order and date Plath’s poems and includes previously unpublished juvenilia and extensive notes. It will be of interest to creative and critical readers alike, introducing a new generation to Plath’s development as a writer. 7:30pm. £3.00 – £6.00. BRLSI 6-18 Queen Square, Bath. More at https://www.brlsi.org/renaissance/
Wed 1 Jul. Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI). Talk on Democracy Under Threat with David Giles. Is performative politics in the public sphere really such a bad thing? No says, theatre historian David Giles, so long as we listen as well as orate. • 7:30pm-9pm. £4-£8. BRLSI, 6-18 Queen Square, Bath. More at https://www.brlsi.org/
Thu 2 Jul. Bath Central Library. Every Thursday Bath Stitch Social. We’d love to see some new faces at our group: knitting, crochet, cross stitch, weaving— all fibre arts are welcome. Bring along your current project—no need to book; sessions are drop-in. We welcome all ages and abilities, so come along to share your skills, learn something new and meet new people, please be aware there is no teacher present. 10am – 12pm.
Thu 2 – Sun 5 July. Queen Square. Bath Boules. The event has grown into a weekend-long festival with a tournament between up to 64 teams each day with food market, bar, music and entertainment.
Tue 2- Sun 26 Jul. Holburne Museum. Garden Theatre Festival: The Importance of Being Earnest, 2-12 July; Sense and Sensibility,14 – 26 July; and The Big Bad Wolf, 19 July. The Garden Theatre Festival returns for the 5th year with high-energy performance, talented live musicians and hilarious takes on great British classics. Held in the beautiful gardens of the Holburne, the festival promises four weeks of innovative performances – there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Full details of each show at https://holburne.org/
Fri 3 July. Widcombe Social Club. Free live music. Fishpond Skaters. Local acoustic duo Mike and Mansel sing songs in the Everly Brothers style mixing country, Americana and original songs. Free entry. Doors 5:30, music 7-9pm, pizza 6-8:30pm. Other food options to order in advance, see website. Bar till late. Non-members welcome. www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk
Fri 3 Jul. Theatre Royal Bath. Talk on the SAS: The Great Train Raid by Damien Lewis. In autumn 1943, the SAS spearheaded the assault on Fascist Italy, clearing the way for Allied forces to land at Taranto. Simultaneously, a Yugoslav prisoner escaped from Pisticci, Mussolini’s brutal internment camp. The SAS were involved in rescuing the inmates by hijacking a train. 12 noon. £10. https://www.theatreroyal.org.uk/
Fri 3-Sun 5 Jul. American Museum and Gardens at Claverham. Clare Teal presents Adrian Cox: New Orleans – Ragtime, Jazz and Blues. Kick off the weekend with a vibrant celebration of New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, plus on Saturday a musical journey from Chicago to LA and on Sunday Boradway jazz. • 7:30-10pm. Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD Tickets and info at https://www.americanmuseum.org/
Sat 4 Jul. Bath City Farm. Farm Festival. Farm Fest is a really important fundraiser for the farm, but we don’t want anyone to miss out on the fun because of affordability. Because of this, our pricing is inclusive and flexible – we trust you to choose the ticket that’s right for you and your circumstances. Entry children free/£1 and adults free/£5/£10/£20 to help the farm’s fundraise on the day. Opening ceremony with Walcot State Choir; live music across two stages; Music Workshop community stage; Campfire open mic; Bath Ukulele Group; Yoga from Garden Yogis; Evening disco; Worm charming contest; bar selling local beer and cider; Farm mocktails; Face painting Guided nature walk around the fields; Dance session; S’mores bar; Crafting; Kids’ drumming; challenges and games; Delicious food and of course the best views in Bath.
Sat 4 Jul. Bath Abbey. Classical music concert. Willard White performs the baritone solos as the combined choirs of Bath Bach and Bury Bach under the baton of their shared musical director Benedict Collins Rice with the Southern Sinfonia, jointly present William Walton’s magnificent oratorio and one of the most thrilling and dramatic works in the choral repertoire, Belshazzar’s Feast. 7.30pm. Tickets: bathboxoffice.org.uk
Sun 5 Jul. Bike Bath. The event will start and finish at The Recreation Ground in the city centre via the William Street entrance.There are four routes to choose from, approximately 24, 48, 60 & 75 miles. You must wear a helmet and e-bikes are welcome – there are plenty of hills! The organisers’ chosen charity is the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity. You can also raise cash for your own chosen charity. Arrive at the Rec between 7.30am and 9.30am – the shortest ride is around Wiltshire to the east while the longer ones take in the Mendips and Somerset including Cheddar Gorge for the two longest rides. Prices are £35-£45 and you can book in on the day for an extra £5. If you are unsure of the routes then groups of riders will set off together. Female riders can join a female only pod if they prefer – but arrive early if possible if you feel you will be slow – as the longest rides are expected to take around eight hours. Wear what feels comfortable – but allow for wet weather and if possible bring a basic took kit. Toilet facilities are available at set points as are energy foods as well. Visit icnoniccyclingevents.co.uk
Wed 8 Jul. Widcombe Wayfarers Walking Wednesdays. Join us for a friendly stroll in our local landscape. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, starting at 10am at the west end of Widcombe Parade. Walks last between 1-2 hours and are medium paced. Come dressed for the weather, with suitable footwear and be prepared for a few climbs. Registration not necessary – just turn up! See https://www.widcombeassociation.org.uk/pages/3-events
Wed 8 Jul The Forum. Wiltshire Young Musicians with Songs from Round the World!Join a choir of schools from across Wiltshire to sing songs from around the world! Celebrate togetherness in music and be uplifted by the combined forces of Trowbridge Symphony Orchestra and West Wiltshire Youth Orchestra. • 7-9pm. Tickets £11.55.See https://bathforum.co.uk/whats-on
Wed 8 Jul. Museum of Bath at Work. Movie: Catch Us If You Can. Catch Us If You Can (1965). 6-8:30pm. £10. Museum of Bath at Work, Julian Road, Bath BA1 2RH. This strange and wonderful film from 1965 stars Dave Clark (of sixties pop group The Dave Clark Five) and was directed by John Boorman, better known as a documentary film maker. Many sequences filmed in Bath, including a house in the Royal Crescent, and a fascinating interlude in the deserted village of Imber on Salisbury Plain. Spot the cameo appearance of the iconic red telephone box at the end of Brock Street. https://museumofbath.org/screening-catch-us-if-you-can-1965/
Thu 9 Jul. Widcombe Social Club. Free event for seniors seeking new skills. Struggling to find work – you are not alone. this event will help to support you to take the next step. Led by Age UK B&NES and local partners, you’ll gain practical skills, boost your confidence, and connect with people who can help. To register your interest: www.ageuk.org.uk/ bathandnortheastsomerset/get-involved/next_chapter_works/ See also www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk
Fri 10 – Sun 12 July. Widcombe Social Club. A weekend of free events to celebrate the club’s tenth anniversary in its current home. Family-friendly live music, DJs, quiz, food plus both tennis finals on the big screen and a film. Full details and how to book your free tickets: www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk
Sat 11 July. Bath Carnival. All day events with a procession through the streets. The Bath Carnival is the city’s largest free outdoor arts event, bringing together vibrant street processions, live global music, and diverse cultural celebrations. The festival offers equal access to the arts through community-led workshops, culminating in a massive parade and a day-long “Party in the Park”. Party in the Park (Sydney Gardens): 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. A free family festival featuring live bands, DJs, licensed bars, independent food stalls, the Super Pirates play area, and giant puppets.The Procession: 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Starting at the Bath Recreation Ground, over 1,000 performers will wind through the city centre. The parade will feature samba bands, Rio-style dancers, eco-floats, and community groups.Official Afterparty (Komedia): 11:00 pm – Late. The celebrations continue indoors with DJs and live music performances. The procession lasts approximately two hours and spans a looped route through the city centre:Start: Bath Recreation Ground, moving to Great Pulteney Street and across Pulteney Bridge.City Centre: Loops through Grand Parade, Orange Grove, High Street, New Bond Street, Milsom Street, and George Street.Return: Comes down Broad Street and Walcot Street before heading back toward the finale on Great Pulteney Street. To take part, help as a volunteer of for more info see https://www.bathcarnival.co.uk/
Sat 11 Jul. Rondo Theatre. Live comedy with Mark Thomas. 40 in Stand Up Years (Edinburgh warm up) • 8pm • Full £15 Concs. Rondo is in St. Saviours Road, Larkhall. See https://rondotheatre.co.uk/whats-on/
Sun 12 Jul. 7pm. The Library at the Raven. World Literature Reading Group. 7pm. Our World Literature Reading Group aims to showcase literature written outside of the anglophone world. On this journey we will make a variety of stops in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Oceania, tracking down the masterpieces that might have otherwise been overlooked. In this tenth group, we will read and discuss Han Kang’s We Do Not Part. More info at Toppings: https://www.toppingbooks.co.uk/events/bath/
Mon 13 Jul. Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI). Talk on Stalin’s Apostles: The Cambridge Five & the making of the Soviet Empire with Antonia Senior. How did the Cambridge Five’s actions help Stalin further his strategic aims & his crimes against the people of Eastern Europe? • 7:30pm. £7.30-9pm. BRLSI, 6-18 Queen Square, Bath. More at https://www.brlsi.org/
Wed 15 Jul. Bath Racecourse. Bath and Wiltshire Air Ambulance Charity Raceday. 20p of each ticket to the air ambulance charity. First Race at 2.30pm. Up to 8 races on the flat. Grandstand public areas, with up-close views of the finishing line, home straight, parade ring, and winners enclosure, as well as a selection of public bars, eateries, and betting outlets. Children under 17 free with a parent. £23. See https://www.bath-racecourse.co.uk/
Fri 17 Jul. American Museum and Gardens at Claverham. Garden Theatre: Sherlock Holmes & The Hound of the Baskervilles. A fast-paced, humorous and inventive retelling of the classic mystery, with live music and audience interaction. 6.30pm. Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD Tickets and info at https://www.americanmuseum.org/
Fri 17 July . Widcombe Social Club. Free live music. Pasha Finn & the Elipsis. Pasha is a contemporary singer songwriter with subtly gentle vocals and a soft, intricate finger-picking style. Music 7-9pm, pizza 6-8:30pm . Other food options to order in advance, see website. Bar till late. Non-members welcome. www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk
Fri 17-Sun 19 July. Bath Summer Fayre. A free, open-air celebration of independent traders, food and entertainment. Set in one of Bath’s most popular shopping areas, the Fayre complements the existing mix of boutiques, cafés, bars and galleries along Milsom Street, Quiet Street and New Bond Street. Visitors can browse artisan stalls before exploring the surrounding streets for lunch, shopping or sightseeing. Live entertainment and a DJ will create a lively but relaxed atmosphere across the weekend. The event is free, ticketless, and dog friendly, making it an easy addition to any Bath itinerary. Ideal for tourists and residents alike, the Bath Summer Fayre highlights Bath’s independent spirit and vibrant city-centre culture.
Sat 18 Jul. Bear Flat Community Market. 9.30am-12.30pm. Methodist Church Hall, Bruton Avenue. Includes a Share & Repair event on Saturday where we will have our busy cafe with fresh coffee and homemade cakes and savouries plus a range of fresh artisan bread from Lievito Bakery inc sourdoughs and focaccia at very good value. Plus the book stall with a fresh supply of good reading material for charity..
Thu 23 Jul. Chapel Arts. Track Dogs. Two Irishmen, an Englishman and an American, the band create their own unique brand of acoustic music 8pm. £21 Advance. See https://chapelarts.org/events/
Fri 24 July. Widcombe Social Club. Free live music. Kevin Brown. Founder of Kevin Brown’s Shackdusters. Unique blend of Hawaiian swing country blues Doors 5:30, music 7-9pm, pizza 6-8:30pm. Other food options to order in advance, see website Bar till late. Non-members welcome. www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk
Fri 24 Jul. American Museum and Gardens at Claverham. Garden Lates – Jonnie Melancholy and the Sad Cowboys. A six-piece band delivering country, bluegrass and transatlantic folk with rich harmonies and a wide-ranging repertoire. 5.30–8.30pm. Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD Tickets and info at https://www.americanmuseum.org/
Wed 29 Jul. Toppings Bookshop. Author event: Daybreak by Autumn Woods. Join us for an evening with local author and friend of the bookshop, Autumn Woods, to celebrate the second book of the Sorrowsong University Duology: Daybreak. 7pm. Topping & Company Booksellers of Bath, York Street. See: https://www.toppingbooks.co.uk/
Sun 9 Aug. American Museum and Gardens at Claverham. Garden Theatre: The Jungle Book. A high-energy, family-friendly musical adventure following Mowgli and friends through Kipling’s much-loved jungle world. 6.30pm. Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD. Tickets and info at https://www.americanmuseum.org/
Fri 28 Aug. American Museum and Gardens at Claverham. Garden Lates – The Strays. A lively mix of Americana, country, blues and soft rock, driven by three-part harmonies and an infectious, feel-good sound.
Fri 25 Sep – Sun4 Oct. Bath Children’s Literature Festival 2026. Tickets go on general sale Friday 3 July, 10am: bathboxoffice.org.uk/bclf-b51 Bath Children’s Literature is supported, for the second year, by Longleat, the Wiltshire stately home and safari park. It is celebrating its 60 th anniversary this year of being the first drive-through safari park outside Africa. Waterstones is the festival’s official bookseller. The UK’s biggest stand alone children’s book festival is part of arts charity Bath
Pick of Diary Events outside Bath
Sat 12 Jul. Wellow Village Show. All profits go to community organisations and charity. A traditional show of all things home-grown or home-made.
Fri 17-Sun 19 Jul. Bristol Harbour Festival. A free-to-attend annual dance, music and arts extravaganza on the harbourside with a programme of family activities, circus performances, visiting vessels and live music. Be prepared for crowds and limited parking. Take the train, bus or cycle – or even a boat. See https://www.bristolharbourfestival.co.uk/
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