What’s On

November has arrived and our city is already gearing up for all things festive, as well as so much more, with live music, live acts, comedy, tours, and activities, to name just a few.

The first of the Gloucester Quays Christmas Markets starts on 8 November, with a fabulous range of festive gifts, locally produced foodie products, delicious street food and pop-up bars.

If you've ever wanted to learn how professionals give wines their ratings then, Our House in Gloucester’s Food Dock has a treat for you on the 12 and 26 November, with The Sommelier Experience!

The 13 November sees the official lighting of the Docks’ Christmas Tree, where you can enjoy festive music, mulled wine, hot drinks from the Food Dock, and a visit from Father Christmas.

Saturday 15 November is a fully festive day in the city with the Funtastic Christmas Fair in St. Mary de Crypt, the Cathedral Carol Service, Lantern Parade, the Tree of Light programme of music and entertainment in Kings Square, culmination with the Christmas Light’s Switch-on.

There are also Candlelight Concerts, Musicals, Festive Menus starting, Christmas Decoration Workshops, and the Gloucester Quays Ice Rink opens on the 26 November.

Make sure to search the calendar below for a full list of everything happening in the city, and make sure you plan your month so as not to miss a thing, it is certainly a busy one!

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