Salisburylocation-guides.com - location guide to Salisbury featuring Salisbury Festivals information, annual festival listing for Salisbury, England - Last updated 31/12/2008.
Salisbury may be most famous for its striking cathedral, but the city is also becoming known for its seasonal festivals and entertainment, with many theatrical events and concerts taking place every week at Salisbury City Hall and other central venues. Popular festivals in Salisbury include the following events.
Annual Salisbury Festivals
January: Antique Fairs, taking place at the Salisbury Leisure Centre, with a range of local traders and stands
April: Wessex Flower Show, a notable horticultural event which is held at Wilton House, located close to Salisbury
May: Downton Cuckoo Fair, at nearby Downton, with street markets and a range of entertainment
May: Salisbury Festival, at the end of the month, a major event with a range of outdoor concerts, theatrical performances, dances and celebrations
June: Salisbury Musical Society Concert, a spectacular musical event, held in Salisbury Cathedral, known for its impressive acoustics
July: Fete Champetre, with dancing, music, fireworks and costumed performances, all of which can be found during several evenings in the nearby gardens at Stourhead
September: Redcoats in the Wardrobe, featuring a display of historic uniforms and events, taking place at the Wardrobe Military Museum
Salisbury may be most famous for its striking cathedral, but the city is also becoming known for its seasonal festivals and entertainment, with many theatrical events and concerts taking place every week at Salisbury City Hall and other central venues. Popular festivals in Salisbury include the following events.