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Kieran Nugent 50th Anniversary Commemoration

Sep 12-14, 2026 Belfast

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A series of events in Belfast commemorates the 50th anniversary of Kieran Nugent's blanket protest, which began on September 14, 1976. The commemoration includes a book launch, a panel discussion, a graveside...

History Commemoration Protest +3

Craft Festival Wales

Sep 11-13, 2026 Cardigan, Pembrokeshire

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Craft Festival Wales is a three-day celebration of Welsh craftsmanship and creativity held at the historic Cardigan Castle. Scheduled for September 11–13, 2026, the event features professional makers, community activities, and serves...

Crafts Art exhibition Welsh Heritage +7

Curious festival

Sep 5-13, 2026 Scotland

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Curious is the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s free festival of knowledge, taking place across Scotland from September 5 to 13, 2026. The event invites the public to engage with leading thinkers through...

Education Science History +6

Bayeux Tapestry Exhibition

Sep 10, 2026 London, Westminster

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The British Museum in London hosts a historic exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry starting September 10, 2026. This landmark event marks the first time the 11th-century masterpiece has been displayed outside of...

Exhibition History Medieval +6

The Victory Show

Sep 4-6, 2026 Cosby, Leicester

The Victory Show is a major annual heritage event held in Cosby, Leicestershire, recognized as the largest Second World War recreation in the United Kingdom. Over three days, the show presents a...

Heritage Military History +4

Gender Stories

May 16 - Aug 31, 2026 Liverpool

Gender Stories is a major exhibition at Liverpool's Walker Art Gallery exploring identity and self-expression through centuries of history. Running from May to August 2026, the showcase features a diverse range of...

Exhibition Art Identity +6

Bosworth Medieval Festival

Aug 22-23, 2026 Leicestershire, Leicester

The Bosworth Medieval Festival is a historical heritage event in Leicestershire featuring large-scale battle reenactments, expert-led history talks, and various educational demonstrations. Returning in 2026 after a one-year hiatus, the festival commemorates...

Medieval Battle Reenactment Heritage +3

Song of the Crow

Aug 20-22, 2026 Penzance, Cornwall

Riddlestick Theatre presents "Song of the Crow," a folk theatre production touring Cornwall. This bewitching show explores ritual magic, misfortune, and the occult, featuring live music and storytelling. Performances are scheduled for...

Theatre Folk Theatre Live music +8

Look Back to Look Forward: 50 years of the Irish in Britain

Aug 1-16, 2026 Belfast

The "Look Back to Look Forward: 50 years of the Irish in Britain" exhibition is a heritage display celebrating the lives, resilience, and legacies of the Irish community in Britain over the...

Exhibition Heritage Irish Culture +5

Relief of Derry parade

Aug 9, 2026 Derry

The Relief of Derry parade is an annual commemorative event held in Derry by the Apprentice Boys of Derry to mark the anniversary of the 1689 siege. The 2026 occurrence featured over...

Commemoration Parade Marching Bands +3

Gathering to retrace Henry Joy McCracken's steps

Jul 19-20, 2026 Belfast

This heritage event in Belfast commemorates Henry Joy McCracken, a key leader and martyr of the 1798 Rebellion, by inviting the public to retrace his final steps through the city streets.

Heritage History Belfast +3

Last Invasion of Britain Re-enactment

Jul 18-19, 2026 Fishguard, Pembrokeshire

A free heritage re-enactment event in Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, commemorating the anniversary of the 1797 French landing. The two-day program features large-scale battle scenes on the beach, living history camps, and a parade...

Heritage Re Enactment History +5

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