Events in Cheltenham 25 April - 1 May
Your weekly guide to what's on in Cheltenham
Looking for something to do in Cheltenham this week?
Here’s a handpicked guide to the best events happening across Cheltenham — from live music and theatre to family days out and free local events
🔥 This Week’s Top Picks
Cheltenham Jazz Festival
One of the biggest events in the town’s calendar returns, bringing world-class jazz, blues, and contemporary music to venues across Cheltenham. From big-name headliners to emerging talent, it’s a week packed with live performances, great atmosphere, and something for every music fan.
📅 29 April - 4 May
📍 Various venues across Cheltenham
Small Works - The Sixteen Gallery Collective
A curated exhibition celebrating the impact of art on a smaller scale, featuring a range of styles and mediums from local artists. With all pieces priced under £500, it’s a great opportunity to discover original artwork — whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out.
📅 24 April - 5 May
📍 16 Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Street, Cheltenham
🎟️ Free to Visit
A Gala Charity Night of Theatre with Derek Jacobi
A special gala evening at the Everyman Theatre featuring stage and screen legend Sir Derek Jacobi, sharing stories from his remarkable career alongside performances from the EveryVoice Choirs and StageDoor Learning. This unique event celebrates the power of theatre while raising funds for the theatre’s new Education Centre.
📅 27 April
📍 Everyman Theatre Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ
🎶 Live Music
AVON - Ft. ALFREDO HERNANDEZ of KYUSS & QOTSA! // NUNS OF THE TUNDRA // MIRAGES
📅 25 April
📍 Frog and Fiddle, 313-315 High Street, Cheltenham
Spring Concert : Folk, Rebellion and Romance
📅 26 April
📍 Cheltenham Ladies' College, Bayshill Road
THIEVES // DEATH IS A GIRL // RED SWAN // FUTURE PHANTOMS
📅 1 May
📍 Frog and Fiddle, 313-315 High Street, Cheltenham
🎭 Theatre & Shows
Glorious!
📅 28 April - 2 May
📍 Everyman Theatre Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ
Emma Ward Dance & Performing Arts – ‘The Land of Make Believe’
📅 26 April
📍The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham
Marmen and Kleio String Quartets – CMS
📅 29 April
📍Parabola Arts Centre, Parabola Road, Cheltenham
👨👩👧 Family Events
Tweedy’s Massive Circus: The Big Number Two
📅 23 April - 10 May
📍 Dunkertons, London Road, Charlton Kings
Bottle Feeding
📅 Running Until Aug 2026
📍 Cotswold Farm Park Limited, Guiting Power,, Cheltenham
Primrose Vale - Pick your own
📅 1 May - 31 Oct
📍 Shurdington Road, Bentham Cheltenham
💸 Free Events
Children’s Trail: Maypole Mystery Tour
📅 1 May - 20 June
📍Holst Victorian House, 4 Clarence Road, Cheltenham
🎟️ Free - Click here for more information
Paula Rego: Visions of English Literature
📅 Until 10 May
📍The Wilson, Clarence Street, Cheltenham
🎟️ Free - Click here for more information
Cheltenham Antiques and Vintage Market
📅 25 April
📍The Promenade, Cheltenham
🎟️ Free to Visit
🔁 Regular Weekly Events
Quiz Night at The Exmouth Arms
📅 Ever Sunday
📍 The Exmouth Arms, 167 Bath Rd, Cheltenham
🎟️ Book a Table
Knit and Natter
📅 Ever Monday
📍 Cobo Coffee, Hatherley Park
🎟️ Facebook
Karaoke Night
📅 Ever Wednesday
📍 The Cotswold Inn, 17 Portland Street, Cheltenham
🎟️ Facebook
Board Game Drop inn
📅 Ever Saturday
📍 School House Café, St. Pauls Road, Cheltenham
🎟️ Website
Quiz Night - The Brown Jug
📅 Ever Thursday
📍 The Brown Jug, 242 Bath Rd, Cheltenham
🎟️ Website
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