Are you looking for Family Festivals and Events in Norfolk for 2024? Somewhere with great food, music and activities to keep the kids happy?
If so, you’re in the right place as I have rounded up the best festivals and events in Norfolk during 2024.
Norfolk Festivals and Events January
Norfolk Wedding Show
Date : 7th January 2024
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Ipswich Rd, Norwich NR14 8PQ
Start the New Year by attending the BIGGEST ONE DAY wedding show in Norfolk and let your wedding plans begin.
For further information CLICK HERE
Kings Lynn Wedding Festival
Dates : 7th January 2024
Location : Kings Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, Kings Lynn, PE30 1JW
The biggest and most popular wedding fair in Kings Lynn. Join them with everything you need to plan your wedding from beginning to end and everything in between!
For further information CLICK HERE
Glow Your Own Way Festival of Light & Projection
Date : 20th-21st January 2024
Location : Magdalen Square, Gorleston, NR31 7BZ
Come along to the Glow Your Own Way festival of light and sound.
Magdalen Square in Gorleston will be full of wonderful light and sound installations and there will be films, projects and other digital activities indoors too.
For further information CLICK HERE
The Norwich Wedding Fair
Dates : 21st January 2024
Location : Holiday Inn Norwich North – Norwich Airport, NR6 6JA
They’re back at one of Norwich’s best loved hotels, for what promises to be a fantastic wedding fair.
For further information CLICK HERE
The Octagon Barn Wedding Show
Date : 28th January 2024
Location : The Octagon Barn, Hospital Rd, Little Plumstead NR13 5FH
Wedding flowers, cake and wedding day lawn games are just some of the exhibitors that will be at the Octagon Barn Wedding Show.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events February
Norwich Science Festival
Dates : 17th-24th February 2024
Location : The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich
Norwich Science Festival is back for 2024! Expect intriguing discoveries, inspiring talks, engaging exhibitions, deep dives and debates, cutting-edge research, and lots of hands-on family fun!
For further information CLICK HERE
Norwich Rock Fest
Dates : 22nd-24th February 2024
Location : Voodoo Daddy’s Showroom, 7A Timberhill, Norwich
Norwich Rock fest is proud to introduce the line-up for 2024! Featuring: Sugar Horse, Mountain Caller, Last Hounds, Kulk, RAD PITT and many more.
For Further information CLICK HERE
The East Anglia Wedding Show
Dates : 24th-25th February 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
The biggest 2 day wedding show in East Anglia exhibiting: Bridal wear, venues, jewellers, caterers, wedding décor, florists, cake makers, stationery, marquees, entertainment and lots more!
For further information CLICK HERE
Yarmageddon Part 12 – Legends of Rock
Dates : 29th Feb-4th March 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Bringing original blues, rock and soul to the stage. 4 Days, 50 Bands, No Sleep!
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events March
Family Affair Soul Weekend
Dates : 1st to 3rd March 2024
Location : Searles Leisure Resort, Southend Road, Hunstanton PE36 5BB
An entire weekend of all the big dance tunes, Jazz Funk Anthems, Remixed Soul Grooves and A Touch of house in the Main Room.
The Alternative Lounge offers 60s and 70s Club Soul Classics, Motown Memories, Northern Soul, Modern Soul Anthems and the legendary Philly Set.
For further information CLICK HERE
Hard Rock Hell Spring Break
Dates : 7th-10th March 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Here it is, a wall shaking, ground blistering High Decibel Cycle of Pure HRH Rock n Metal at its best… This is Hard Rock Hell Spring Break, get ready for mayhem…
For further information CLICK HERE
Hemsby 65 Rock N Roll Weekender
Dates : 8th-10th March 2024
Location : Hemsby Beach Holiday Park, Beach Rd, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth NR29 4HR
3 days of Top quality Rock n Roll with outstanding accommodation.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Bump and Beyond Baby and Toddler Fair
Dates : 17th March 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Costessey, Norwich
Norfolk’s largest shopping destination for all things baby and toddler, covering everything from pregnancy to preschool all under one roof.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk County Music Festival
Dates : 11th-22nd March 2024
Location : various venues throughout Norwich
Norfolk County Music Festival was founded in 1925 to encourage and support amateur music making, singing and teaching, throughout the county and beyond.
The Festival is a showcase for any type of instrument or singing: from school choirs, piano, strings, guitar, through to musical theatre, orchestras and rock bands.
For further information CLICK HERE
SFW 15 Sci-Fi Weekender
Dates : 14th – 17 March 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Taking over the Vauxhall Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth for two full days (and a bit more on Thursday!) of guests, talks, panels and quizzes.
Live music, entertainment, drinking, traders, challenges, signings, cosplay, writers, artists, karaoke, dancing, eating, partying and just doing whatever the SF Geek inside you wants.
For further information CLICK HERE
Fakenham Gin and Beer Festival
Dates : 22nd-23rd March 2024
Location : Fakenham Community Centre, Oak Street
It will be a celebration of the 11th Gin and Beer festival, with 20+ beers, cider, Black Shuck Distillery Gin & spirits, live music, food and good company.
For further information CLICK HERE
Deepdale Hygge
Dates : 22nd-24th March 2024
Location : Deepdale Farm, Burnham Deepdale, North Norfolk Coast, PE31 8DD
The Deepdale Hygge is our celebration of the beautiful North Norfolk Coast, a collection of the things that bring us happiness – live music, the great outdoors, meeting old friends and new, enjoying the best of the North Norfolk Coast.
For further information CLICK HERE
Park Farm Hotel Wedding Show
Date : 24th March 2024
Location : Park Farm Hotel, Norwich Rd, Hethersett, Norwich NR9 3DL
Where moments are made special – Set in 200 acres of idyllic countryside and just a few miles from the vibrant city centre of Norwich.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events April
Circus Fantasia
Dates : Various dates between 16th Feb and 10th March 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Enjoy a two-hour LIVE performance accompanied by a LIVE circus orchestra in the climate-controlled big top, with stadium-style comfy seating.
Food and drink is also available inside the big top along with all the usual circus favourites including popcorn and candy floss!
For further information CLICK HERE
Sheringham Viking Festival
Dates : 6th April 2024
Location : Sheringham
The Vikings once sowed terror in the hearts of those living on our shores, but their return to North Norfolk will be very welcome. Culminating in the burning of a model longship.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Artisan Fair in Spring
Dates : 6th & 7th April 2024
Location : Fakenham Racecourse
Over 100 local food, drink and craft stands. Showcasing the very best that Norfolk has to offer with a range of food, drink and gifts.
For further information CLICK HERE
Burnham Market Horse Trials
Dates : 12th-14th April 2024
Location : Sussex Farm, The Stables, Burnham Market, King’s Lynn PE31 8JY
The Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market International Horse Trials is based in North West Norfolk and is one of the county’s finest events.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Makers Festival
Dates : 13th-21st April 2024
Location : The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich
You can enjoy nine full days of free creative activities, inspiring demonstrations, open exhibitions, workshops and talks, plus lots of crafty conversation!
For further information CLICK HERE
Touchbase Festival
Dates : 27th April 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Returning for a third year at The Norfolk showground for 10 full hours of the best Drum & Bass acts right on your doorstep. Line-up TBA
For further information CLICK HERE
Norwich Dragon Boat Race
Dates : 27th April 2024
Location : Lady Julian Bridge, Riverside, Norwich
Brave Futures are bringing the Dragon Boat Race to Norwich’s Riverside! It’s colourful, it’s fun and they want to make a splash! (figuratively speaking)
Their aim is for 14 boats to take part, where they will take part in heats culminating in a grand finale!
The money raised will go towards our vital specialist support service, supporting children in Norfolk.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events May
Great Yarmouth Soul Weekender
Dates : 3rd May – 6th May 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Your favourite Soul destination, Vauxhall Holiday Park is bringing you an amazing 3 day Great Yarmouth Soul Weekender!
For further information CLICK HERE
Stradsett Vintage Rally
Dates : 4th-6th May 2024
Location : Stradsett Park, Stradsett, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE33 9HA
A great family day out! The theme for this will be spreaders, sprayers and 100 year old tractors.
With over 500 exhibits comprising of vintage tractors, cars, motorcycles, heavy horses, steam engines, lorries, stationary engines and other bygones.
For further information CLICK HERE
Sandringham Food, Craft & Wood Festival
Dates : 4th-6th May 2024
Location : Sandringham Estate, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE35 6EN
A show combining the Sandringham Food & Drink Festival with the Sandringham Craft & Wood Festival . For a great family filled fun day out with lots to see and lots to do.
For further information CLICK HERE
Beer Bikes and Bands
Dates : 5th May 2024
Location : Banham Barrel, Appleyard, Banham, NR16 2HE
Charity event raising money for young peoples mental health support groups.
For further information CLICK HERE
Skamouth Weekender
Dates : 9th-13th May 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Skamouth is a weekend-long music festival, it features a variety of music genres including Ska, Reggae, Mod, Rocksteady, Scooterist, and Northern Soul.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk & Norwich Festival
Dates : 10th-26th May 2024
Location : Tombland, Norwich NR3 1HF
Norfolk’s biggest arts event, held every May, offers a culturally diverse programme of music, dance, theatre and visual arts.
For further information CLICK HERE
Folk On The Pier
Dates : 10th-12th May 2024
Location : Cromer Pier, The Promenade, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9HE
Fondly known as ‘the best gig on the North Sea, the event attracts a plethora of well-known and up-and-coming folk, folk-rock, and acoustic artists from across the UK.
For further information CLICK HERE
Totally 60s and 70s Weekender
Dates : 16th to 20th May 2024
Location : Vauxhall Holiday Park, Acle New Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB
Love the swinging 60’s and the big and bold 70’s?
Vauxhall is the place to be between 16 – 20 May 2024!
There is an option of a 3 or 4 night break, filled with original artists and tribute bands you won’t want to miss.
For further information CLICK HERE
Cromer Crab & Lobster Festival
Dates : 17th-19th May 2024
Location : Evington Lawns, Runton Road, Cromer, NR27 9AR
A long weekend of food, fun, art, music, heritage and entertainment
For further information CLICK HERE
Costessey Fete and Fayre
Dates : 18th & 19th May 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Originating as a small gathering, the fete and fayre have blossomed into a grand spectacle that embodies the essence of the local community
For further information CLICK HERE
Fairy Fair
Dates : 26th-27th May 2024
Location : Bradmoor Woods, West Acre
The much-loved Fairy Fair returns for another year at Bradmoor Woods. An event for families filled with magic, storytelling, creative activities, silly games, amazing entertainers and walkabout acts, live music, food and craft stalls.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norwich City Ale of Festival
Dates : 23rd May – 23rd June 2024.
Location : Pubs across Norwich
A month long celebration of beer straddling May and June. Norwich’s brewing heritage began with Benedictine monks making ales in Cathedral Close in the 11th century – and the city hasn’t stopped drinking since.
For further information CLICK HERE
Out There Festival
Dates : 30th May – 1st June 2024
New summer dates, later start, longer nights and a quality programme of outdoor arts and circus you all know and love. See you Out There
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events June
The Nearly Festival Taverham
Dates : 1st & 2nd June 2024
Location : Taverham Hall Preparatory School
The UK’s best tribute Acts, Norwich’s Favourite Artistes, Local Street Food Stalls, Fully loaded bar, family friendly, under 5’s FREE. Amazing kid zone by Hyperactivities.
For further information CLICK HERE
The Nearly Festival Bury St Edmunds
Dates : 8th & 9th June 2024
Location : Abbey Gardens, Mustow Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1XL
The Nearly Festival is the Regions No.1 touring tribute band festival staging the best live tribute acts in the UK across 2 days on a festival stage with all the sound and production of the huge touring festivals.
For further information CLICK HERE
Hingham 1940s Weekend
Dates : 14th to 16th June 2024
Location : Hingham Sports & Social Club, Watton Road, Hingham NR9 4HD
Attendees can expect a jam-packed programme of entertainment, including live music, WW2 displays, military vehicles and a Saturday evening jive dance.
New for 2024 is an outdoor cinema, which will show some classic WW2 period films.
For further information CLICK HERE
Royal Norfolk Show
Dates : 26th-27th June 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
With 700 trade stands, over 3000 animals, a packed Grand Ring programme, Norfolk’s biggest food and drink experience and hundreds of attractions there’s something for everyone.
For further information CLICK HERE
Festival Too Kings Lynn
Dates : 29th June – 13th July 2024
Location : Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn PE30 5EB
Aims to provide free music for the people of West Norfolk and visitors.
More details TBC
For further information CLICK HERE
Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival
Dates : 29th & 30th June 2024
Location : Great Yarmouth Seafront, Marine Parade
Head to Great Yarmouth’s seafront for two days in July when an array of bikes, classic and contemporary cars will be lining up to star in a seafront wheels festival.
For further details CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events July
King’s Lynn Festival
Dates : 14th-27th July 2024
Location : 17 Queen Street, King’s Lynn PE30 5DQ
The King’s Lynn Festival is an annual event that was established in 1951 and continues to provide high-quality performances of classical music, recitals, choral, folk, and jazz plus talks, exhibitions, and films
For further information CLICK HERE
Holt Festival
Dates : 13th-28th July 2024
Location : Market Place, Holt, NR25 6BW
During festival week, briefly and dazzlingly, it’s home to musicians, poets, actors, dancers, artists and comedians.
There are venues all over town including in St Andrew’s Church, The Bookshop, The Venue, and Gresham’s Pre-Prep Field
For further information CLICK HERE
Worstead Festival
Dates : 27th – 28th July 2024
Location : Queen Elizabeth Hall, Ruin Rd, Worstead, North Walsham
A weekend in July that grew from a village show into a celebration of traditional country pursuits, such as heavy horses and tractors, with fun for the kids, craft stalls, and the best of Norfolk food.
For further information CLICK HERE
Sandringham Flower Festival
Dates : 31st July 2024
Location : Sandringham, Norfolk, PE35 6EN
Set in the magnificent surroundings of Sandringham Park with Sandringham House and Sandringham Church as a backdrop, this one-day Show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events August
Classic Ibiza at Blickling
Dates : 3rd August 2024
Location : Blickling Estate, Blickling, Aylsham NR11 6NF
An open-air celebration of White Isle-inspired house music, reinvented by the Urban Soul Orchestra, live vocalists and headline DJs.
For further information CLICK HERE
Gorleston Clifftop Festival
Two days in July when family fun and activities take over Gorleston’s seafront and Cliff Top.
Dates : 3rd & 4th August 2024
Location : Gorleston Clifftop
For further information CLICK HERE
Wayland Agricultural Show
Dates : 4th August 2024
Location : Brandon Road, Watton, Norfolk
Livestock, motorcycle displays, sheepdogs, arts and crafts… you name it, it’s at this August show.
For further information CLICK HERE
Houghton Festival
Dates : 8th-11th August 2024
Location : Houghton Hall, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6UE
This popular festival attracts electronic music fans from across the UK to the stunning grounds of Houghton Hall, near Fakenham
For further information CLICK HERE
Gone Wild Festival with Bear Grylls
Dates : 8th – 11th August 2024
Location : Holkham Hall, Holkham, Wells-Next-The-Sea NR23 1AB
The UK’s Ultimate Family Adventure with Bear Grylls – Kids Go Free.
The goal is to get families spending time together in the outdoors. There’s a reason Gone Wild is the UK’s fastest growing family festival.
Where else can you learn how to light fires, go climbing, throw your mum down a 50-foot mud slide, then party together while watching great bands?
For further information CLICK HERE
North Norfolk Music Festival
Dates : 9th-16th August 2024
Location : 1 Raynham Hall, Fakenham NR21 7EP
Held in August, events include a gala concert at Holkham Hall and performances in many churches, including St Mary’s Church in the grounds of Raynham Hall.
For further information CLICK HERE
Maui Waui Festival
Dates : 23rd – 25th August 2024
Location : Hill Farm, Dereham, NR19 2NR
The Maui Festival is a 3 day and 4 night international festival of music, performance and arts.
For those who have not been before, Maui focuses on a welcoming, family feel with lots to do for kids and adults – from watching world class bands, full circus shows in a dedicated circus tent, big bass dance tents, small upbeat bands and acoustic acts, cabaret, and comedy.
For further information CLICK HERE
North Norfolk Food Festival
Dates : 31st August & 1st September 2024
Location : Walled Garden, Holkham Hall, Holkham, Wells-Next-The-Sea NR23 1AB
Coming into it’s 15th year, the festival has grown into a highly successful event with visitors from across the county and beyond.
Featuring an ever-growing team of local food and drink producers who grow, rear, produce, supply and sell food in North Norfolk.
For further information CLICK HERE
Sundown Festival
Dates : 30th Aug – 1st September 2024
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Norfolk Festivals and Events September
Foodies Festival, Earlham Park
Dates : 6th-8th September 2024
Location : Earlham Park, Norwich NR4 7TQ
Norwich Foodies Festival 2024, the biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music.
For further information CLICK HERE
Sandringham Game & Country Fair
Dates : 7th-8th September 2024
Location : Sandringham Estate, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE35 6EN
The Sandringham Game and Country Fair – the show arena will be supported by a host of country sports and pursuits, displays and workshops, the very best in countryside activities and entertainment, offering you an unbeatable family day out.
For further information CLICK HERE
Dunston Hall Wedding Show
Dates : 15th September 2024
Location : Dunston Hall, Ipswich Rd, Norwich NR14 8PQ
The Dunston Hall Wedding Show is the perfect day out, whether it’s with family, friends, your partner – or just yourself! You will leave inspired with your wedding planning and hopefully be another step closer to finalising your big day.
For further information CLICK HERE
Sheringham and Holt 1940s Weekend
Dates : 20th to 22nd September 2024
Location : North Norfolk Railway
The Sheringham 1940s Weekend is an event originated by North Norfolk Railway several years ago and more recently embraced by station towns of Sheringham and Holt.
It is a celebration of the 1940s, remembering our past, the music, the dancing, the fashions, the classic vehicles, the historic displays, the sights, and the community spirit shown in times of adversity.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events October
Royal Norwich Wedding Show
Dates : 6th October 2024
Location : Royal Norwich – Lenwade (next to Dinosaur Park)
The show will host 25 of the finest local wedding suppliers. Royal Norwich was formerly the West Park Estate with 350 Acres of stunning landscape nestled in ancient woodland.
For further information CLICK HERE
Park Farm Hotel Wedding Show
Dates : 27th October 2024
Location : Park Farm Hotel, Norwich Rd, Hethersett, Norwich NR9 3DL
Park Farm Hotel welcomes you to see the newly extended and refurbished Colney Suite. The perfect spot for a luxurious long weekend, a truly memorable occasion, or simply somewhere splendid to relax and unwind for the day.
For further information CLICK HERE
Norfolk Festivals and Events November
Details TBC
Norfolk Festivals and Events December
Details TBC
If you have an Event or festival in Norfolk that you would like included, please email [email protected] and i’ll add it to the list.