Leicester's Old Town Festival
Schedule
Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Leicester Old Town | Leicester, EN
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Travel through time at Leicester’s Old Town Festival, a fascinating and free family day out celebrating the best of Leicester’s heritage. Discover history brought to life and step into a living timeline as you journey from Roman Leicester to the world of Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and Medieval England with more along the way. Enjoy epic old English storytelling inspired by the tale of Beowulf, witness thrilling battle re-enactments, try ancient crafts, browse the artisan market, and celebrate St George’s Day traditions.
With much more to discover, explore Jewry Wall Museum, St Nicholas Church, Jubilee Square, Leicester Guildhall, Leicester Cathedral and the King Richard III Visitor Centre and let history unfold!
Further information and online brochure www.visitleicester.info/festival/old-town-festival
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Leicester Old Town, Leicester, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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