Festivals in Swindon

Festivals and annual events in Swindon. Swindon Festival of Literature, Pride Swindon, Lydiard Proms, and more.

Swindon hosts several festivals and annual events – from the Swindon Festival of Literature (authors, readings, talks) to Pride Swindon and the Lydiard Proms (outdoor concerts at Lydiard Park). Check our events for current dates.

Festivals and events
Festivals and events in Swindon. Credit: Unsplash
Annual festivals and events in Swindon
FestivalWhenNotes
Swindon Festival of LiteratureSpring (May)Authors, readings, talks. Various venues.
Pride SwindonSummerLGBTQ+ celebration. Parade, events. See events/pride-in-swindon.
Lydiard PromsSummerOutdoor concerts at Lydiard Park.
Swindon half marathonAutumnRunning event.
Christmas lights switch-onNovemberTown centre.

Source: Event organisers

Swindon Festival of Literature

One of the UK's longest-running literature festivals, held in May. Authors, poets, and speakers appear at venues around Swindon. Check the festival website for the current programme.

Pride Swindon

See our Pride Swindon guide for parade, events, and dates.

Lydiard Proms

Outdoor summer concerts at Lydiard Park – often classical or popular music. Bring a picnic and blanket.

Information correct as of February 2026. Dates vary. Check event websites and our events page.