Information about Salisbury Festivals
The people of Salisbury know how to enjoy themselves and along with the many important national landmarks that are located in the area, visitors will no doubt be greeted by a wide variety of parties and festivals.These events run the gamut from festivals celebrating the city's historical roots to street fairs, carnivals and concerts. Here are some of the highlights from Salisbury's calendar:
- The Downton Cuckoo Fair held at Downton near Salisbury is a popular event with street markets and celebrations held throughout the town.
- The Salisbury Festival from late May to early June is one of the city's most popular events with festivities taking place all around the city.
- The Redcoats in the Wardrobe festival is a display of the uniforms and style of Queen Victoria's army using volunteers. It is staged at the Wardrobe Military Museum.
- Fete Champetre in late July is held in the gardens of Stourhead and is popular for its dancing, concerts and fireworks.
- Major antique fairs are held in Salisbury at the Salisbury Leisure Centre in both September and earlier in the year in January.
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