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Let us entertain you! There is plenty to keep everyone happy in Salisbury, from family-friendly events to first class theatre performances, live music, exhibitions, craft workshops, international festivals and much more! Whether you want something to do tomorrow, next week or next month you can find it here.
Featured Events
Up Down Big Man
There comes a time in every young man’s life when he has to leave home. For Matty, it’s forty! He really is a big man. But with his mother gone, and his Dad moving on, what’s next for Matty? He needs support, but what is the best form of care for him? How can he be independent and safe?
An Evening of Sea Shanties in aid of RNLI
Come and support the RNLI, the charity that saves life at sea, with an evening of sea shanties. There will be performances by both of Salisbury's ever-popular shanty groups, The Navy Larks and Catch of the Day.
Rockbourne Early Christmas Fair
The Rockbourne Early Christmas Fair takes place at Salisbury Racecourse and offers 3 days of festive shopping, plus late night shopping on Thursday. With over 90 independent boutiques selling exclusive and artisan goods, the fair prides itself on the diverse range of stalls with items you simply won’t find on the high street. In aid of the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospitals Charity.
Salisbury Charter Fair
Every October, Salisbury Charter Fair takes over the Market Place to light up the centre of Salisbury and bring fun for all the family! From family favourites like the carousel, dodgems and waltzer, to adrenaline-fuelled attractions and other high-energy rides, the Salisbury Charter Fair has something for everyone. Not forgetting the sweet treats, street food and refreshments on offer too!
Celebrate Voice Festival
The 13th Celebrate Voice Festival brings international level performers to intimate and historic venues in Salisbury from 21-31 October, 2026. From opera, jazz, music theatre, classical, folk and cabaret stars to community and family events - be part of this Wiltshire grassroots festival with world class musicians.
Art Lab
Join us at the Young Galley for a free drop-in creative workshop with artist Emma Kerr. The workshop is inspired by the Drawing Together exhibition in Gallery 2, and will feature a play space with Play Build Play from 2pm-3pm. Activities will include patchwork pictures (collage), still life zone (drawing) and a stripy stuff option (mixed media). A play mat for sensory play will also be available from 2pm-3pm.
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Sarum Lights: Great Journeys
This year, Sarum Lights returns to Salisbury Cathedral with Great Journeys, a new immersive light and sound experience created by the acclaimed artistic collaboration Luxmuralis.
Through a series of installations outside and inside the Cathedral, the experience explores the many journeys that have shaped our world, from great voyages of exploration and human migration to the development of transport, mapping and discovery.