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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Mayor's Cricket XI v Whole Hog XI  and BBQ
Sports
Wed 12-Aug 5:00 pm

Malmesbury Cricket Club

Doors open at 17:00 and the game will start at 18:00 with a BBQ and a bar so bring a camping chair and have a fun evening!

The event will be raising money for the Mayor's charities and new changing rooms for the Malmesbury Cricket Club. 

River Valleys Trust Bat Walk
Festival
Thu 13-Aug 8:30 pm -10:00 pm
£3

Come and learn about our bats on this guided walk through Conygre Mead Nature Reserve. (Tickets available at venue)

Call my Wine Bluff
Festival
Fri 14-Aug 7:00 pm
£20

Think you know your Malbec from your Merlot? or your Chenin from your Chardonnay? Well here's a chance to prove it; Malmesbury's wine bluffers will temp you with another collection of fine wines.

This year we are joined by Jamie from The Malmesbury Wine Company, a new bluffer with plenty of experience (and wine!)

Fire Station Tour
Festival
Sat 15-Aug 9:00 am -12:00 pm
FREE

Come and meet our local firemen and see our local fire engines !! Visit subject to operational callouts.

Open Air Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors (Afternoon)
Theatre
Sat 15-Aug 2:00 pm
£18.00

Presented by the Festival Players - evening performance also available

At Tetbury Goods Shed

Antipholus is searching for his long lost identical twin brother, Antipholus. His servant, Dromio, is searching for his long lost identical twin brother – yes – Dromio.

Chaos ensues when Antipholus and Dromio arrive in Ephesus and the residents mistake them for their own local, identically-named twins.

Magic Show
Festival
Sat 15-Aug 7:00 pm
£10

Direct from a week-long stint at the Hollywood Magic Castle in Los Angeles, The Magic Circle’s YMC Stage Magician of the Year, Jack Ranger-Walsh, invites you to an evening of magic, mind-reading, and wonder.

Malmesbury Film Society - Film TBC
Film
Sun 16-Aug 7:30 pm
£6.00

Films are shown the 3rd Sunday of every month - doors open at 7pm with the film starting at 7:30pm.

You can buy your ticket on the door for only £6 per film - no membership or booking is necessary. New people are always welcome. If this is your first film, just turn up a few minutes before the start time and find a seat

Become a member and you only pay £35 for all 12 films shown each year (membership is January to December) - that's 6 free films!  The film society depends on membership support. As a member you keep the society running and you get the chance to see amazing films you wouldn't ordinarily consider going to. Just ask to join at the door.

Play in a Week
Festival
Mon 17-Aug - Fri 21-Aug
Pay what you choose

Play-in-a-week Devised Theatre workshop with The Last Baguette theatre company

10am - 4pm daily

Performance for family and friends at 3pm on Friday 8th August

For ages 10 - 18 (up to 25 for SEND)

Malmesbury Characters
Festival
Tue 18-Aug 7:30 pm
£10

Bill Reed will recount colourful stories from Athelstan Museum’s “Voices” project, which is now in its 11th year.

Summer Sound Bath
Music
Wed 19-Aug 7:30 pm -8:30 pm
£18.00
The Hayloft, The 3 Cups, 90 Triangle, Malmesbury

Relax, reset and take time for yourself in the midst of Summer's busyness and abundance!

We will start with some gentle breathwork and meditation before settling into a long rest, accompanied by the beautiful and relaxing sound of singing bowls and other sound healing instruments.

All welcome, no experience necessary. 

If you have any questions, message Bethan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Right Here Right Now: Improvised Comedy
Festival
Sat 22-Aug 7:00 pm
Adult £15, U18 £10

A Night of Hilarious Improv Comedy

U18, Concession £10 - tickets online or from Malmesbury Tourist Information Centre

Right Here Right Now is a hilarious improvised show that will bring the roof down with laughter!

 

Petticoat Lane
Festival
Sun 23-Aug 10:00 am -3:00 pm
FREE

A wide variety of stalls with incredible produce and bargains fill our wonderful High Street.

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