The Norfolk Coast Guide to the Big Events & What's on in 2025
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9:00 amHoughton Hall King's Lynn PE31 6TYTue17Jun2025Sun28Sep2025
Stephen Cox's monumental sculptures, imbued with mythic resonance, will transform Houghton Hall this summer.
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10:00 amVarious North Norfolk Artist StudiosSat12Jul2025Sun27Jul2025
Celebrate 30 Years of Artistic Expression at Norfolk Open Studios 2025!
This July, immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Norfolk's creative talent as Norfolk Open Studios celebrates its 30th anniversary! From July 12th to 27th, explore the largest collection of open studios in the county, showcasing a diverse and captivating array of art and craft.
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9:00 amSandringham Estate Sandringham Norfolk PE31 6AZWed23Jul2025
The 142nd Sandringham Flower Show opens on Wednesday 23rd July 2025. The Sandringham Flower Show is one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England. Set in the magnificent surroundings of Sandringham Park with Sandringham House and Sandringham Church as a backdrop, this one-day Show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year.(more…)
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County WideSun27Jul2025
Norfolk Day is celebrated on July 27 and the day celebrates the great land of Norfolk. The history of this glorious county goes back hundreds of thousands of years.
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9:00 amBlakeney Quay, NorfolkWed30Jul2025
Part of the Blakeney Sailing Regatta which runs over the whole weekend, the greasy pole dates back well over a hundred years to 1873 when the prize for winning was a hog.
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Wells-Next-Sea, Norfolk CoastFri01Aug2025Sun10Aug2025
A week of family fun and events including a Carnival Day procession around the town featuring floats, fancy-dress, pull-and push-along vehicles and much more.
Wells-next-the-Sea in the heart of North Norfolk has for over a 100 years enjoyed a traditional summer Carnival for residents and visitors. A week of family fun and events including a Carnival Day procession around the town featuring floats, fancy-dress, pull-and push-along vehicles and much more.
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6pm Gates OpenBlickling Hall Norwich Norfolk NR11 6NFSat02Aug2025
The Urban Soul Orchestra conducted by Stephen Hussey returns in 2025 for its 10th anniversary of classic Ibiza anthems on Saturday 2nd August 2025. The event will once again take place under the stars, with live DJ and vocalists.
This will be Norfolk’s biggest dance party of the Summer full of iconic Ibiza anthems. A chill-out set in the first half will be followed by a half hour interval with the DJ playing the latest Ibiza tunes.
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2:00 pmHeydon, NorfolkSun03Aug2025
Get ready for a unique vintage and antique shopping experience this spring! Join us at Heydon in North Norfolk for a curated market featuring 50 eclectic stalls brimming with one-of-a-kind treasures.
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Houghton Hall Norfolk PE31 6TYThu07Aug2025Sun10Aug2025
Following a triumphant 2024, the highly anticipated Houghton Music & Arts Festival returns to the stunning Houghton Hall estate on August 7th, 2025.
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Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1ABThu07Aug2025Sun10Aug2025
TV adventurer Bear Grylls has announced that the UK’s ultimate family adventure festival, Gone Wild, will be returning to Holkham Park in 2025 and it will run across four days from Thursday, August 8 until Sunday August 11.
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12:00 pmSandringham House King's Lynn Norfolk PE35 6ENFri08Aug2025Sun10Aug2025
This 3 day event filled with competition, live entertainment, yoga and celebrations is one you cannot afford to miss. Enter solo, as a pair or a team and .There is a category for everyone.
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1:00 amSandringham House PE36 6ENThu14Aug2025Sun17Aug2025
In August 2025, Sandringham will once again be holding a weekend of live concerts on Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th August with Mariah Carey, Stereophonics and Michael Buble being announced for Friday, Saturday and Sunday as part of the 2025 line-up.
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10:00 amThe Green, Burnham Market, NorfolkSat16Aug2025
The Burnham Market Craft Fair will return for its 49th year at The Green on Saturday, August 16, where a wide range of hand-crafted goods will be on sale. The first event was in 1976 and has been held annually ever since.
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10:00 amCromer NorfolkSat16Aug2025Fri22Aug2025
The Cromer Carnival returns on the 16th August 2025 . One of the largest Carnivals in the country and culminating in Carnival day on the 20th August.
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9:00 amHunstanton NorfolkSun17Aug2025Sat23Aug2025
The 104th week-long Hunstanton Lawn Tennis Tournament commences on the 17th August 2025 and is said to be Britain's largest event of its kind after Wimbledon, taking place on 38 grass courts. Starting at the Hunstanton Recreation Ground on Sunday, play will continue each day, through to all the finals on Saturday.
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9:00 amHill Farm, Gressenhall, Norfolk. NR19 2NRFri22Aug2025Mon25Aug2025
Maui Waui is a 3 day international festival of music, performance and arts.
The Maui Waui Festival of Music and Performing Arts returns to its new location at Hill Farm, near Dereham, Norfolk on the 22nd to the 24th August 2025 and is celebrating 12 glorious years of bringing amazing music and performing arts to the East Anglian countryside.
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8am-6pmBlickling Estate, Blickling, Norfolk, NR11 6NFMon25Aug2025
The Aylsham has been at the heart of the county’s social and agricultural calendar for more than 70 years, returns on the Bank Holiday on Monday, August 25 2025, from 8am until 6pm and will be celebrating fun food and farming.
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10:00 amHolkham Hall, Norfolk CoastSat30Aug2025Sun31Aug2025
The North Norfolk food festival takes place in the spectacular setting will take place on Saturday August 30th and Sunday, August 31st 2025. The festival will be held in the Walled Garden at Holkham Hall, near Wells . Historically filled with vegetables and flowers grown for the Hall, nestled within huge brick and flint walls that offer protection from the elements, this is an ideal setting to celebrate the abundance of Norfolk produce and culinary skill.(more…)
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Midday to 10pmJolly Sailors, Main Road, Brancaster Staithe, King's Lynn PE31 8BJFri12Sep2025Sun14Sep2025
Ahoy, mateys! Get ready to hoist the colors and sing yer hearts out at the 2025 Sea Shanty Festival in beautiful Brancaster! This three-day extravaganza will be bigger and better than ever before, with a crew of exceptional shantymen from across the land, ready to bring ye the best in toe-tappin' tunes and salty sing-alongs. Prepare to be swept away by the rousing spirit of the sea!
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10:00 amSandringham Norfolk PE35 6ENSat13Sep2025Sun14Sep2025
Experience the Thrill of the Countryside at the Sandringham Game & Country Fair
Sandringham Game & Country Fair offers a truly unforgettable day out for the whole family. From thrilling displays of horsemanship and gun dogs to captivating falconry demonstrations and hands-on experiences with country sports, there's something to capture everyone's imagination. Explore the unique crafts in the Craft Village, indulge in delicious local and national food, and witness the incredible artistry of chainsaw carving. Don't miss this celebration of country life and rural traditions, where you can immerse yourselves in the beauty of the Sandringham Estate.
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Wed - Sun 10am -5pmBayfield Hall, Holt NR25 7JNWed17Sep2025Sun19Oct2025
Bayfield Hall is a Grade II* listed building which stands in a small estate close to the village of Letheringsett. The Sculpture Trail features works by 45 artists from across the UK set in the beautiful private gardens of the Hall.
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Holt & Sheringham NorfolkFri19Sep2025Sun21Sep2025
Held in conjunction with Sheringham 1940s Weekend, the event celebrates the wartime efforts of allied forces and the remarkable resilience shown by those who dealt with the hardships on the home front. Expect the sights, sounds and style of the '40s in the town of Holt.
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11:00 amCliff Parade, Hunstanton PE36 6BQSun21Sep2025
On Sunday 21 September the popular Soap box derby returns to the streets of Hunstanton in Norfolk. In 2024 around 50 home-built karts took part with karts with karts racing down the streets of Hunstanton on the first weekend of the Easter school holiday and marked 70 years since the first Soap Box Derby was held in Hunstanton in 1953.(more…)
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Burnham Deepdale, King's Lynn PE31 8DDSat27Sep2025Sun28Sep2025
This is the eighth annual festival and music lovers and is described as small but perfectly formed, and it seems that local and national artists feel exactly that.
Deepdale Farm, overlooks the harbour of Brancaster Staithe, a place where festival-goers can dance to a band in the Brick Barn or chill in the Orchard for a fabulous way to enjoy live music.
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Snettisham Nature ReserveWed01Oct2025Sat31Jan2026
The dawn flight of up to 40,000 pink-footed geese that make their way from Iceland and Greenland to gather on the The Wash in one of the best nature spectacles in Europe.. The arrival of the Pink-footed Geese in Snettisham has come to herald the start of the Autumn and Winter season for many bird-watchers and nature lovers.
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6:00 pmLenwade, Norwich NR9 5JWThu16Oct2025Sat01Nov2025
PrimEvil, Norfolk's biggest scare experience, provisionally returns to the dinosaur park Norwich on the 16th October 2025. Five frightening and award winning haunts include the Circus of Terror, The Crypt, Mayhem Manor Hotel and more haunts to be announced...
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Weekdays onlyNorfolk CoastMon03Nov2025Fri14Nov2025
This is Norfolk’s largest dining event, a culinary celebration of our vibrant restaurant scene, fine food, and the people who produce it returns in the Autumn of 2024. (more…)
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2pm & 7pmThursford NorfolkSat08Nov2025Tue23Dec2025
The Thursford Christmas Spectacular opens this year on Saturday 8th November and has become one of the most anticipated festive events in East Anglia, having attracted audiences from across the country since opening on Christmas Eve 1977. Fantastic sets and colour, the choreography, the singing and dancing, and a very special ‘Christmassy’ atmosphere. The show has a 130-strong cast and has a budget of £1.8m, and there is so much happening on the huge stage that it is hard to decide what to focus on. The overall effect is quite breath-taking.
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Bonfire 6pm F/W 7.30pCliff Top Car Park Lighthouse Close Hunstanton Norfolk PE36 6ELSat08Nov2025
Hunstanton Cliffs is the perfect spot for a Guy Fawkes night celebration and the fireworks are big, loud and go on and on and on! They say that nowhere are the skies bigger than in Norfolk but these fireworks do a great job at filling it. Doors open at 5.00pm on Saturday 8th November 2025 and the giant bonfire before is lit at 5.45pm.
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9:00 amSandringham Estate Norfolk PE35 6ENFri14Nov2025Mon17Nov2025
This HUGE Christmas Craft Show held on 3 days in 2025 From Friday 14th to Sunday 16th November 2025 at Sandringham House, bringing the opportunity to shop in comfort for all your Christmas food and gifts.
Once again featuring a spectrum of colourful stands, it promises to be the Christmas shopping event of the year for visitors looking for unusual gifts and exciting additions to their own festive experience.
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4:30 pmSandringham House, Kings Lynn, NorfolkFri14Nov2025Wed24Dec2025
Sandringham Luminate is a spectacular, illuminated trail, full of wonder and intrigue, to delight and enthral your senses.
As darkness descends, join us on our enchanting journey, as we weave a captivating light trail through the stunning, historic gardens of the late Queen's country home. Immerse yourself in our mesmerising mile long walk with stunning new elements, added to re-amaze you for this winter event in 2025.
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5.30pm -7.30pmSheringham Station, Norfolk NR26 8RAFri14Nov2025Mon05Jan2026
Experience the enchantment of Christmas with a unique journey on the Norfolk Lights Express! This festive train ride departs from Sheringham Station and steams through the picturesque Norfolk countryside, offering a dazzling display of lights and festive cheer.
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VariesNorfolk Showground Dereham Road Norwich NR5 0TTFri14Nov2025Sun04Jan2026
Winter Wonderland Norwich is an event that offers Christmas family fun for everyone with a huge real Ice Rink, Thrilling Rides, a Giant Observation Wheel plus themed bars for the grown-ups.
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Various LocationsSat15Nov2025Wed24Dec2025
All the best Norfolk Christmas markets happening along the coast this November and December including Sandringham Gift Fair, Holkham, Pensthorpe, South Creake and many more
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1:30 pmBurnham Market, NorfolkSat15Nov2025
The annual Christmas lights switch on provisional dates are Saturday 15th November 2025.
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10am - 8pmWells-Next-Sea, NorfolkFri21Nov2025Sat22Nov2025
Get ready for a truly unique Christmas experience at Wells Christmas Tide in Norfolk! This weekend festival on Saturday 30th November draws thousands of families each year with its one-of-a-kind spectacle: Santa Claus arriving by sea!
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Holkham Hall, NorfolkFri28Nov2025Sun30Nov2025
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Holkham from the 28th November 2025 until the end of December with a Candlelight Tour of the Hall and Christmas Fair. See each stateroom beautifully adorned with sweet-scented pine trees, greenery, sparkling decorations, and twinkling lights. Each room will have its own theme and your guide will tell you all about the inspiration behind each magical setting.
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12:15 pmFakenham Racecourse, FakenhamSun21Dec2025
Wrap up warm for this great outdoor event held on Sunday 21st December the Fakenham Races Christmas meeting.
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11am - ParadeOasis, Central Promenade, Hunstanton PE36 5BDThu25Dec2025
The Hunstanton Christmas Day Swim with everyone taking the plunge at 11am on Thursday 25th December at the town's central promenade. This is one of Norfolk biggest events over the festive season with hundreds of people taking part.
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12:45 pmFakenham Racecourse, Fakenham NorfolkThu01Jan2026
What better way to blow away the cobwebs and start a New Year than a day at the races. This is the nearest 'jump' track for over a hundred miles for many.
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8:30 amKNETTISHALL HEATH , ThetfordSun01Feb2026
The Peddars Way Ultra Marathon on Saturday February 1st 2026 starts in Suffolk at Knettishall Heath Country Park and follows the route of the ancient Roman road for 48 miles (77 Km) to Holme-next-the-Sea on the north Norfolk coast meeting the Norfolk Coast Path at Holme-next-the-Sea.
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Afternoon and EveningsTuesday Market Place, Kings Lynn, PE30 1AXFri13Feb2026Sat21Feb2026
Kings Lynn Mart returns on Valentines day Friday 13th February 2026 with the Mayors's official opening at midday. Traditionally the opening to the travelling season, King's Lynn Mart has a special place in the hearts of the travelling show people.
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10:00 amBeeston Common Sheringham NorfolkSat28Mar2026
Vikings once struck terror into the hearts of the inhabitants of our shores, but their return to north Norfolk will be very much welcomed. Plans have been drawn up to stage Sheringham's Scira Viking Festival - which culminates in the burning of a model long ship. Provisional date of Saturday March 28th 2026.(more…)
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10:00 amCromer Pier, NR27 9HESat28Mar2026
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Paws on the Pier, Cromer Pier’s brand-new dog festival! Provisional dates for 2026. Bring your furry friends for a day of pawsitive fun, games, and activities.
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10am - 4pmHolkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1ABFri03Apr2026Sun05Apr2026
The Holkham Spring Market is where 50 local artisan producers will be present, offering a diverse array of food, drink, gifts, and crafts to visitors.
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1:00 pmRacecourse, Fakenham NR21 7NYMon06Apr2026
For many the odds on favourite way to finish off the Easter weekend. Expect to find a big crowd, a festival of picnics and a great atmosphere as everyone tries to beat the bookies! Some big races attract runners from all over the country.
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9:30 amThe Racecourse, Fakenham NR21 7NYSat11Apr2026Sun12Apr2026
This Spring the Norfolk Artisan Fair will be showcasing an inspiring array of innovative and quality artisan goods at Fakenham Racecourse.
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10am - 3.30pmSandringham/Hillingdon NorfolkFri24Apr2026Sat25Apr2026
Let a vibrant tapestry of colour envelop you! Witness Norfolk's breathtaking landscape as it explodes with blooming tulips. Opening Thursday, April 24th, explore the unique beauty of working tulip fields and support the invaluable work of Tapping House Hospice.
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10am-6pmSandringham Estate, Norfolk PE35 6ENSat02May2026Mon04May2026
Sandringham Food, Craft and Wood festival returns on the first May Bank Holiday weekend on the 2nd May through to Monday 4th 2026 Gates open at 10am.
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Promenade, Cromer NR27 9HEFri08May2026Sun10May2026
This year's festival is poised to be an extraordinary event, boasting record-breaking advance ticket sales, a testament to the festival's enduring appeal and the carefully curated lineup.
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8:45 amStarts Magazine Wood, Sedgeford PE36 5LW What3Words: small.wreck.sneezingSun10May2026
Now in its 6th year the Magazine to Massingham FUN charity walk, run, ride takes place on a ten mile section of the Peddars Way between Sedgeford and Great Massingham on Sunday 10th May 2026.
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from 10amCromer & Sheringham NorfolkFri15May2026Sun17May2026
For the last decade and more it’s been pincers at dawn between neighbouring fishing towns Cromer and Sheringham. The festival has brought the towns of Cromer and Sheringham together to celebrate the bounty of the North Sea and the world-famous seafood produced by both coastal resorts.
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6.30pm Tues/Wed 7.30pm THursHolkham Hall Holkham Road Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1ABFri22May2026
The Outdoor Cinema Experience arrives at Holkham Hall again for a trio of classic movies.
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10am - 5pmSandringham House PE35 6ENSun24May2026
The Pageant of Motoring’ will showcase eight decades of motoring supported by live music and aerial displays alongside a variety of culinary delights and a craft & vintage fair. The event is a celebration of motoring throughout the decades combined with aerial displays and live music throughout the day.
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The Drill House, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2LZ, UK.Fri29May2026Sun31May2026
With over 100 shows from UK and international artists, there's something for everyone to enjoy, from breathtaking circus acts and acrobatics to captivating dance, comedy, and music.
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First Race 2.30pmFakenham Racecourse, Norfolk NR21 7NYSun07Jun2026
Fashion, food and having a flutter – it has to be the annual Fakenham Races Ladies Day on the 7th June 2026 with the flag dropping for the first race at 2.30pm. A key date in the Norfolk calendar, thousands of people stream through the gates to witness the thunder of steeds bearing down on the finish line and the roar of the crowds interspersed with the popping of corks and the rumble of conversation as visitors enjoy the day. One of the most exciting horse racing fixtures, the all-important Ladies Day fashion at Fakenham is as dramatic as the live horse racing.
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9.15am TideBurnham Overy Staithe & North Norfolk CoastSat13Jun2026
The Norfolk Superhero Challenge will provisionally now take place on the 13th June 2026, The event is a unique quadrathlon event that has raised huge sums for local charities. The Norfolk Superhero Challenge combined courses across land and sea, centred around the coastal village of Burnham Overy Staithe. More than 130 resilient racers take on the best of Norfolk’s scenery – and the worst of its weather – before crossing the line in a gruelling quadrathlon
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Holt, Norfolk & Surrounding Coastal VillagesSun19Jul2026
