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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Athelstan Museum History Club - Making OF Malmesbury
For Kids
Sun 25-Oct 1:30 pm -3:30 pm

Free interactive workshops for children aged 4-11  

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Donations welcomed 

Comedy at Malmesbury
Arts & Literature
Fri 30-Oct 7:00 pm
£17.00

Comedy in Malmesbury - Andrew Bird, Matt Bragg, Fiona Allen, Jonathan Elston

16+ (under 18s accompanied by an adult)

The Big Malmesbury Craft Fair
Community
Sat 31-Oct 11:00 am -3:00 pm
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.

Light Party 2026
Family
Sat 31-Oct 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
£3.00

LIGHT PARTY - A positive alternative to Halloween

An event for Primary School children (accompanied by an adult) at Malmesbury Abbey on Saturday 31 October, 5.30 - 7.30pm.

Games, bouncy castle, hotdog, cake and drink included

Tickets from the Abbey or eventbrite.

Movies at Malmesbury November
Film
Sun 01-Nov - Mon 30-Nov

Pressure / Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom / National Theatre: Golden Boy / The Royal Opera: Carmen / Winter of the Crow

Day and evening screenings - check the website for updates

Welcome to the Movies at Malmesbury online ticketing system, which we hope will make it easy to plan your visits to the cinema.

Please note that all online prices include a 60p booking fee – No additional fee will be charged when you select a ticket for purchase.

Athelstan Museum events - November
History
Sun 01-Nov - Mon 30-Nov

Events at Athelstan Museum, Malmesbury Town Hall and the Rausing Building, Oxford Street

Normal opening hours:
The Museum is open 6 days a week:
Tuesday – Friday from 10.30am – 4.30pm,
Saturday from 10.30am – 4.00pm,
Sunday 11.30 am – 3.30pm.
Closed on Monday.

Children aged 16 and under must be
accompanied by an adult.
Dogs on a lead are allowed in the museum.

A Month in the Country, by J L Carr
Theatre
Fri 06-Nov 7:30 pm - Sat 07-Nov 10:00 pm
£25.00

For tickets email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 07768 506023

 

Comedy: Mark Simmons – Jest to Impress
Arts & Literature
Fri 06-Nov 8:00 pm
£20.00

As seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’ Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200-plus date sell out debut tour, lasting two years and spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.

Now he’s back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions at Tetbury Goods Shed.

An Hour for Ukraine
Music
Sat 07-Nov 1:00 pm

Musicians of the Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine.

Free event - donations to the Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra Contrabassoon fund.

Malmesbury Fireworks and Bonfire
Community
Sat 07-Nov 5:45 pm -8:00 pm

St Aldhelm's Mead

Gates open 5.45 - Bonfire 6pm - Fireworks 7pm

Adults £10

Family £25 (2 adults + 2 kids)

Under 16s £5

Under 6's Free

 

Malmesbury WI - Sugar Craft Demonstration
Community
Wed 11-Nov 7:30 pm -9:00 pm

Alison Swayne will be demonstrating her sugar craft skills 

Time: 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm Where: The Assembly Room, Malmesbury Town Hall All women over the age of 18 welcome Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information Visitors: £5.00 

Mary Portas: I Shop, Therefore I Am
Arts & Literature
Fri 13-Nov 7:30 pm
£12.00

At Tetbury Goods Shed in association with Yellow Lighted Bookshop.

Broadcaster and retail guru Mary Portas talks about her new memoir, charting her early career transforming Harvey Nichols from fusty department store into 1990s fashion icon in the Britpop-era world of Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and Princess Di and Ab Fab that made “Harvey Nicks” a household name.

For the Goods Shed, Portas will be in conversation with Libs Nicholls, founder of popular Cotswold lifestyle and vintage homeware shop group, Domestic Science, to discuss her memoir as well as what a great shop can do for place-making, taste-making and identity.

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