Take a trip to Christmas past, in a more pleasant way than Scrooge did, by visiting one of the many Dickens, Victorian and medieval themed events taking place this winter…
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A spot of karaoke and panto in a pub
If you’re looking for an alternative Christmas night out, why not try an altogether different version of Cinderella that takes pub theatre to a new level?
Exhibition combines 1970s inspired sci-fi and future concerns
Toby Melville-Brown’s debut London exhibition will feature artworks inspired by our changing notion of The Future, in the style of 1970s sci-fi book covers…
Forget fake news, watch the World’s Biggest Liar
Every November, a rural pub in Cumbria is taken over by tall tales and silly stories as the World’s Biggest Liar competition takes place…
Ditch the ice rink this winter and go to the roller disco instead
Head to Bristol this festive season for an alternative winter skating experience, as well as an Apres Bar, music and family activities…
There’s something fishy going on in Devon
November is the time of year when the historic fishing village of Clovelly, in North Devon, celebrates with its own special quirky festival…
Beer and biking with the Real Ale Wobble
The Real Ale Wobble is an annual event in Wales, where beer, mountain biking and beautiful scenery combine…
Planets, shuttles and astronauts Light Up Lancaster
This year’s Light Up Lancaster will see two nights of illumination, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission…
It’s turnip carving time at Hop Tu Naa celebrations
Forget pumpkin carving for Halloween, on the Isle of Man they do things a little differently, and turnips are the main ingredient!
Burn your bad news at the Pyre Parade
The Pyre Parade will take to the streets of Ipswich this Saturday (26th October), offering the chance to burn your bad news…
Street theatre, torch bearers and Balkan melodies at Winter Droving
The Winter Droving is an annual cultural event in Cumbria, celebrating the changing of the seasons with music, masked fire processions and quirky entertainment…
The best quirky Halloween events for adults
If you’re looking for an alternative Halloween this year, then look no further, as we bring you the best of the UK’s events…
The best quirky Halloween events for families
If you’re looking for a family-friendly Halloween event with a spooky twist, then look no further as we bring you a round-up of this year’s events…
Take a giant leap to this year’s Bloomsbury Festival
Visitors can join a night-time street party, a 1969 tea dance, and a moon walk as central London’s annual festival of arts, culture and science takes place…
The World Porridge Making Championship’s quirky cook-off
A quirky cook-off will take place in the Scottish Highlands this weekend, as the prestigious Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship takes place…