Explore everything happening across Somerset this summer — from music festivals and food trails to traditional shows and family-friendly events. Here’s a full round-up of what to look forward to in Somerset this Summer 2025.
Date: 7–8 June 2025
Location: Bath
Description: Annual fashion showcases, talks, and exhibitions.
More info: Bath Fashion Festival
Date: 12 June – 10 August 2025
Location: Royal Victoria Park, Bath
Description: The city’s largest beer garden and ultimate summer hangout — relax under palm trees, play games & sip on cocktails.
More info: Bath on the Beach
Date: 13–14 June 2025
Location: Royal Crescent, Bath
Description: Global pop star Robbie Williams performs magical summer concerts in an iconic outdoor setting.
More info: Robbie Williams in Bath
Date: 14 June 2025
Location: Bath Racecourse, Bath
Description: Glamorous racing day with exclusive entertainment — a highlight of Bath’s summer calendar.
More info: Ladies Day at Bath Racecourse
Date: 14 June 2025
Location: Queen Street, Bath
Description: Sip and savour a global celebration of gin with tastings, street stalls, and more.
More info: World Gin Day Bath
Date: June 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Various across Bath
Description: A celebration of wildlife and the environment with family-friendly activities and exhibitions.
More info: Festival of Nature Bath
Date: July 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: City-wide, Bath
Description: A vibrant parade featuring colourful floats, live music, and street performances embracing community spirit.
More info: Bath Carnival
Date: Late May – early June 2025
Location: Various venues across Bath
Description: Independent arts festival featuring around 200 events — street arts, theatre, music and more.
More info: Bath Fringe Festival
Date: 16–25 May 2025
Location: Various locations across Bath
Description: A multi-arts celebration with world-class music and literature events.
More info: The Bath Festival 2025
Date: June 2025 (exact Summer Ball date TBC)
Location: Bath (centre)
Description: Regency-themed promenade and Summer Ball celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday.
More info: Jane Austen Festival
Date: 14–18 May 2025
Location: Wells Cathedral & surrounding venues
Description: A vibrant celebration of music in the heart of Wells featuring choral, classical, and contemporary performances.
More info: Sound of Wells Festival
Date: 23–25 May 2025
Location: Multiple venues across Wells
Description: A weekend of belly laughs featuring top British comics in pubs, halls and theatres.
More info: Wells Comedy Festival
Date: 14–15 June 2025
Location: The Bishop’s Palace & Gardens, Wells
Description: Family-friendly living history event with battle reenactments, historical camps, interactive talks and crafts.
More info: History Live!
Date: July 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Various venues across Wells (bandstand, Cedar Hall & more)
Description: A month‑long celebration of theatre, dance & performance, engaging all ages.
More info: Wells Theatre Festival
Date: 12 July 2025
Location: The Bishop’s Palace & Gardens, Wells
Description: A major outdoor music event featuring Seth Lakeman, The Wurzels, Mad Dog Mcrea, 3 Daft Monkeys & Wells City Band, set in stunning palace grounds.
More info: Party at the Palace
Date: Typically in summer (exact dates TBC)
Location: Market Place, Town Hall & Recreation Ground, Wells
Description: A free, family‑friendly celebration of Somerset’s artisan food & drink, with demos, stalls & children’s activities.
More info: Wells Food Festival
Date: 4–13 July 2025
Location: Various venues across Frome
Description: Community arts festival with music, theatre, comedy, spoken word, dance, workshops, exhibitions & family-friendly events – over 160 events across ten days.
More info: Frome Festival
Date: 27 July 2025
Location: Various family-friendly venues in Frome
Description: A free, fun-filled festival by Purple Elephant with performances, workshops & activities for children.
More info: Children’s Festival in Frome
Date: June 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Across Frome
Description: Celebration of LGBTQ+ with events, performances & community activities throughout the town.
More info: Frome Pride
Date: 8–10 August 2025
Location: Around Frome & Mendip Hills
Description: Guided walks (around 18 last year), both free & ticketed, exploring local countryside.
More info: Frome Walking Festival
Date: 17 June 2025
Location: Town Hall, Frome
Description: Free workshop for local businesses & landlords on solar solutions, funding, installations & energy efficiency.
More info: Solar for Business event
Date: Summer 2025 (exact date TBC)
Location: Stony Street to Catherine Hill, Frome
Description: High-velocity timed bicycle sprint up the cobbled hill – returning after a long hiatus since 2012.
More info: Frome Cobble Wobble
Date: 13 June 2025
Location: Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
Description: Leading antique & vintage fair in the South West—perfect for collectors and curious browsers.
More info: Shepton Mallet Antiques Fair
Date: 14 June 2025
Location: Collett Park, Shepton Mallet
Description: Community celebration with live music, food stalls & arts in the park, supporting local charities & artists. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
More info: Collett Park Day
Date: 29–31 May 2025
Location: Showground, Shepton Mallet
Description: Four-day agricultural extravaganza: livestock, equestrian, crafts, food halls & arena entertainment.
More info: Royal Bath & West Show
Date: 17 August 2025
Location: Cannards Grave Road Showground, Shepton Mallet
Description: Traditional one-day agricultural show with livestock competitions, crafts, trade stands, cider & cheese awards—all family-friendly.
More info: Mid‑Somerset Show
Date: 12 July 2025
Location: Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
Description: Country music tributes, monster‑truck rides, BBQ & Americana vibes in a one-day outdoor festival. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
More info: Monster Country Festival – Somerset
Date: 30 July – 4 August 2025
Location: Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
Description: Six-day Christian summer gathering with worship, teaching & family activities.
More info: New Wine Festival 2025
Date: 20–22 February 2025 (annual event in early year)
Location: Around Shepton Mallet town
Description: Celebrating the legacy of the “Snowdrop King” with heritage walks, creative workshops, family‑friendly activities & talks.
More info: Snowdrop Festival 2025
Date: 19 June 2025
Location: Dunster Castle & Watermill, Dunster
Description: An enchanting evening of opera highlights presented by Wild Arts—bring picnics and enjoy a beautiful summer's night under the stars.
More info: Opera Evening at Dunster Castle
Date: 17 June – 30 July 2025 (weekdays)
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Go beyond the visitor areas with a guided tour exploring the castle’s historic attics.
More info: Attic Tours at Dunster Castle
Date: 21–22 June 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Living history camp featuring muskets, weapons demonstrations and a vivid re-creation of 1685’s rebellion.
More info: Taunton Garrison at Dunster Castle
Date: 23 June – 21 July 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Guided exploration of restricted castle areas, offering fresh insights into its history.
More info: Dunster Uncovered Tour
Date: 28 June – 17 August 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Sword‑fighting and martial demonstrations from Exmoor HEMA bring heritage of the past to life.
More info: Living History: Exmoor HEMA
Date: 3 July – 1 September 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Gardens, Dunster
Description: A playful season in the gardens with themed zones—lawn games, performance stage, nature creativity & a bat trail.
More info: Summer of Play 2025
Date: 4–23 July 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Discover the castle’s medieval origins—from Norman motte to Civil War stronghold—with expert guides.
More info: Medieval Tours at Dunster Castle
Date: 15 July – 20 August 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: English Civil War encampment with muskets, drills & period re-enactors.
More info: Living History Camp
Date: 19–23 July 2025
Location: Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Dig into the site’s 1,000-year history with interactive archaeology workshops and displays.
More info: Festival of Archaeology
Date: 19 July 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Gardens, Dunster
Description: Another chance to experience a magical garden opera evening under the stars.
More info: Opera Evening at Dunster Castle
Date: 24 July – 14 August 2025
Location: Green Court, Dunster Castle, Dunster
Description: Watch majestic birds of prey in flight during daily falconry demonstrations.
More info: Falconry Displays
Date: 25 July – 1 August 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Gardens, Dunster
Description: Immersive digital art exhibition celebrating water themes in the castle’s landscape.
More info: Waterscapes Exhibition
Date: 16 August 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Grounds, Dunster
Description: A performance of Shakespeare’s classic by Three Inch Fools—magic, comedy, and midsummer delight.
More info: Outdoor Theatre: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Date: 15 August 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Lawns, Dunster
Description: The 177th Dunster Show—agricultural showcase featuring livestock, equestrian events, crafts, trade stands & family entertainment.
More info: Dunster Show 2025
Date: 30 July 2025
Location: Dunster Castle Lawns, Dunster
Description: West Somerset’s biggest country fair—with sheepdog displays, ferrets, vintage tractors, pony games, falconry & more.
More info: Dunster Country Fair
Date: 7 June 2025
Location: Italian Gardens, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Family‑friendly day of performances, games & community fun hosted by Weston College.
More info: Summer Spectacular 2025
Date: 6–8 June 2025
Location: Grand Pier, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Three‑night hardcore trance music festival featuring 75 DJs—an intense electronic weekend.
More info: Hard Trance Europe Weekender
Date: 7 June 2025
Location: Hutton Moor Leisure Centre
Description: Over 60 stalls, cooking demos & talks celebrating vegan lifestyle in Somerset.
More info: Somerset Vegan Festival
Date: 13 July 2025
Location: Tiffany’s Restaurant, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: ABBA tribute show with live music and sunset sea views—18+ event.
More info: 21st Century ABBA by Moonlight
Date: 11 July 2025
Location: Grand Pier, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Weston’s biggest country music night with tribute acts, rodeo bull & line‑dancing.
More info: Countryfest
Date: 19 July 2025
Location: Tiffany’s Restaurant, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Live vocal performance at sunset overlooking the sea (18+ event).
More info: Sunset Sessions with Natalie Sings
Date: 1–3 August 2025
Location: Italian Gardens & town centre, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Free carnival atmosphere with 40+ bands performing folk & maritime music.
More info: Sea Shanty & Folk Festival
Date: 29 August 2025
Location: Weston‑super‑Mare Beach
Description: 18+ dance music festival featuring Ben Nicky, Cascada, Ultrabeat & more.
More info: Clubland Live On The Beach
Date: July 2025 (week-long)
Location: Various walls across Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Live mural painting by international artists as part of Upfest’s Weston Wallz initiative.
More info: Weston Wallz Street Art Festival
Date: April – October 2025 (ongoing)
Location: Weston Beach, Weston‑super‑Mare
Description: Annual sand sculpture exhibition with international artists—“Sand Sculpting Capital” of the UK.
More info: Sand Sculpture Festival
Date: Fridays throughout summer
Location: Minehead Parade
Description: Weekly market featuring local produce.
More info: Minehead Info
Date: 6 April 2025
Location: Town centre, Minehead
Description: A community festival celebrating local food & drink, family‑friendly with market stalls and tastings.
More info: Eat Minehead Food & Drink Festival
Date: 2–5 May 2025
Location: West Somerset Steam Railway, Minehead & surrounding stations
Description: Heritage steam train enthusiasts’ event with special services, exhibits & family activities.
More info: Spring Gala on West Somerset Railway
Date: 17 May – 1 June 2025
Location: Minehead & Exmoor National Park
Description: Guided wildlife walks, natural‑history talks and outdoor activities across the region.
More info: Exmoor Nature Festival
Date: 5–7 June 2025 (plus Mixed Traction on 8 June)
Location: West Somerset Steam Railway, Minehead line
Description: Celebration of diesel traction with special train services and railway heritage displays.
More info: Summer Diesel Festival 2025
Date: 8 June 2025
Description: Mixed traction day showcasing both steam & diesel locomotives.
Location: West Somerset Railway line around Minehead.
More info: Mixed Traction Day
Date: 21 June 2025
Location: Ultra‑marathon routes across Exmoor
Description: 30 mile and 15 mile walking challenge across challenging terrain.
More info: Exmoor Perambulation
Date: 22 June 2025
Location: Around Minehead & Exmoor
Description: Multi-discipline outdoor challenge – run, swim & scramble the moors.
More info: Man Vs Moor
Date: 3–6 July 2025
Location: Porlock Weir (near Minehead)
Description: Multi-day beer festival with local breweries, live music & coastal views.
More info: Weirfest
Date: 28 July – 2 August 2025
Location: Regal Theatre & town venues, Minehead
Description: Classical & chamber music concerts – young musicians, orchestral evenings & recitals. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
More info: Minehead & Exmoor Music Festival
Date: 30 August 2025
Location: Minehead seafront & town
Description: Music, art & live performances — community celebration on the bay.
More info: Minehead Bay Festival
Date: 24 July 2025
Location: Butlins Minehead Resort
Description: Electronic music weekender – DJs & live sets in a resort environment. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
More info: All Back To Minehead
Date: Summer 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Butlins Minehead Resort
Description: Major PDC darts tournament open‑draw over multiple days — “FA Cup of darts”. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
More info: Ladbrokes UK Open
Date: 5–6 July 2025
Location: Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle, Taunton
Description: Two days of living-history discovery marking the 340th anniversary of the Battle of Sedgemoor.
More info: Rebellion! at the Museum of Somerset
Date: April–June 2025 (Saturdays)
Location: Town centre, Taunton
Description: Street market featuring 75+ stalls of food, crafts, homewares, beauty & fashion.
More info: Taunton Independent Market
Date: June–August 2025 (Thursdays)
Location: Vivary Park bandstand, Taunton
Description: Free alfresco concerts from local musical acts.
More info: Music at the Bandstand
Date: Early August 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Vivary Park, Taunton
Description: Somerset’s major flower show — “the Chelsea of the West” with horticulture, exhibits & community stalls. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
More info: Taunton Flower Show
Date: 25 July 2025
Location: Town centre, Taunton
Description: Free community event honouring armed forces with parades, displays & performances.
More info: Somerset Armed Forces Day
Date: Summer 2025 (exact date TBC)
Location: Taunton town centre
Description: One-day tribute-music festival under a marquee—bands paying homage to classics (Green Day, Blink‑182, etc.).
More info: Taunton Fake Festival
Date: Around Somerset Day, 10 May 2025
Location: Taunton town centre
Description: Celebrating the best of local food & drink across independent producers.
More info: Eat:Taunton
Date: 26 August 2025
Location: Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton
Description: Day of live sport and music with the debut “introducing” local talent line-up.
More info: Somerset Introducing Music Festival
Date: August 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Vivary Park Funfair site, Taunton
Description: Community festival combining craft brews, live music & family entertainment.
More info: Beer, Cider & Music Festival
Date: 17 June – 1 July 2025
Location: Taunton Brewhouse, Coal Orchard, Taunton
Description: Summer Young People’s Theatre Academy with classes, performances & creative training.
More info: Brewhouse Theatre Academy
Date: Year‑round (perfect summer walk)
Location: Bridgwater & Taunton Canal towpath
Description: Outdoor sculpture trail – scale model of the solar system along the canal.
More info: Somerset Space Walk
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