What's On - Discover Malmesbury

Discover 'What's On' in and around Malmesbury

Discover vibrant events in Malmesbury, Wiltshire – from art exhibitions, guided walks, and speakers to family-friendly workshops and musical performances. Whether you're exploring historic venues like Malmesbury Abbey, strolling the High Street, or enjoying open-air concerts in Cloister Gardens, there's always something to suit every interest. Stay up to date with what's on in Malmesbury with our monthly event listings, and don't miss opportunities to get involved and support local community and culture. Find out more about Malmesbury and the surrounding area and check upcoming events, ticket information, and venue details right here.

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Arts & Literature

Landscape Artist of the Year challenge

Sat 27-Jun 10:00 am -2:00 pm

Outdoor Event

£10.00

Join us at the water’s edge as we enjoy a four hour art challenge.

Saturday 27 June 2026 - 10am - 2pm - St Aldhelm’s Mead/Cuckingstool Mead.

Using your own style and materials, create your own version of the river scene, the trees or the silk mill and town bridge - drawing, painting, collage, textiles … all welcome!

We will continue whatever the weather so please dress appropriately and bring sun cream, water, an umbrella and your hat!

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Arts & Literature

Meet the Author: Matthew Harffy - Malmesbury Library

Sat 27-Jun 11:00 am -12:30 pm

Tickets £3 From Malmesbury Library- Call 01666 823611

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Community

The Big Malmesbury Craft Fair

Sat 27-Jun 11:00 am -3:00 pm

Malmesbury Town Hall

The Big Malmesbury Craft Fair
Join us for a day bursting with creativity, unique handmade treasures, and local talent.

From artisan gifts to delicious treats, it’s the perfect way to support small businesses and discover something truly special.

Find us on Facebook too.

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Festival

Cynefin - Following the River

Sat 27-Jun 7:00 pm

Malmesbury Town Hall

£15.00

Malmesbury River Festival presented by Caerbladon. Full Cynefin band concert. Suitable for all ages.

Sports

HEALS presents yoga in the garden

Sun 28-Jun 9:30 am

Abbey House Manor Malmesbury

£18.00

Join us for a peaceful morning yoga session in the beautiful gardens of Abbey House Manor with Lottie May Yoga.

Sunday 28 June / 19 July / 30 August

£18 per session (£50 for all 3 sessions)

Please bring your own mat

Sports

CANCELLED Malmesbury Walkers

Sun 28-Jun 9:50 am

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Community

Cream Tea in the Garden

Sun 28-Jun 3:00 pm

Charlton

£10.00

Tree of Trees and Woodland Garden courtesy of Teresa and Michael Bromley Gardener

Coombe Cottage, Moor Lane, Charlton

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Community

St John the Baptist Brokenborough

Sun 28-Jun 6:00 pm

Brokenborough

Patronal festival celebrating the birth of St John the Baptist.

Everyone welcome. Refreshments served afterwards

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Festival

Minety Music Festival

Thu 02-Jul - Sun 05-Jul

Minety

Day and Weekend tickets available

Set in the heart of the Cotswolds, Minety Music Festival is now moving towards 2026 for its eighth event, following on from a hugely successful 2025 festival.

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Theatre

Hannah and the Tyger

Thu 02-Jul 1:30 pm -3:30 pm

£5.00

Matinee performance.

The year is 1703, and a travelling circus visits Malmesbury. A young barmaid, Hannah Twynnoy, can't resist the temptation of stroking the circus tiger. What happened next made for the greatest unsolved mystery of Malmesbury.

Theatre

Hannah and the Tyger

Thu 02-Jul 6:00 pm -8:00 pm

£5.00

Evening performance.