Looking for something to do in Hinckley & Bosworth this summer? Here’s a roundup of events from July to the end of August that you can get involved with over the summer holiday.
We’ve organised by (click to navigate to each section):
No matter your age, background or interests, we’re sure you’ll find something you can get stuck in with this summer!
For families and children
Shilton by the Sea
July 29 to July 31 from 11am to 5pm
Location: Wood Street Park, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free to attend, but tickets to go on rides at £1 each
A full day of family fun around Shilton by the Sea.
Family fun day with fair rides, giant sand pits, bungee trampolines, donkey rides, food stall, Punch & Judy and face painting.
Contact: [email protected]
Hinckley BID’s Summer of Fun – Emergency Services
July 30 from 11am to 3pm
Location: The Crescent, Lancaster Road, Hinckley, LE10 0QJ
Cost: Free!
Hinckley BID present a summer of fun with help from local emergency services.
Free fun for all the family in Hinckley town centre on Wednesdays during the summer school holidays. No booking necessary.
Police and other emergency services engage with families at the crescent with their vehicles on display. A crafts gazebo will be available throughout the day.
Feast Hinckley 2025
August 2 – August 3 from 10am to 5pm
Location: Argents Mead, Hinckley, LE10 1BZ
Cost: Free!
Feast Hinckley returns to Argent’s Mead in 2025!
Your free entry food festival will feature around 45 plus street food vendors catering for all along with live music and family fun.
Visit the Feast Hinckley Facebook page (facebook.com) for up-to-date information.
Snap Dragon Children’s Festival
August 4 – August 6 from 11am to 3pm
Location: Argents Mead, Hinckley, LE10 1BZ
Cost: Free!
Three fun-filled days of activities for all the family, the event is free to attend, although there may be a small charge for some activities. Here’s what to expect on the three days:
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Monday 4 August: Musical Mash-up
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Tuesday 5 August: Let's Get Moving
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Wednesday 6 August: National Play Day
Join us from 11am to 3pm each day. There will be local traders and entertainment over the course of the three-day event.
Summer Club at Green Towers
August 4 – August 22 from 9am to 12pm
Location: Green Towers, Richmond Road, Hinckley, LE10 0DZ
Cost: £2 members / £4 non-members / free entry for HAF
Various activities available over two weeks on weekdays.
The Summer Club runs weekdays from Monday 4 August to Friday 22 August. Various activities, including breakfast and lunch.
Contact: 01455 230648 or [email protected]
Summer Fayre at Green Towers
August 9 from 12pm to 3pm
Location: Green Towers, Richmond Road, Hinckley, LE10 0DZ
Cost: £1 for adults
A day filled with exciting summer activities for all.
Our annual Summer Fayre taking place on Saturday 9 August: Climbing wall, bouncy castles, roller skating, craft stalls, face painting, hot and cold food and drinks and more.
Contact: 01455 230648 or [email protected]
Hinckley BID’s Summer of Fun – Allstars
August 20 from 11am to 3pm
Location: Argents Mead, Hinckley, LE10 1BZ
Cost: Free!
Hinckley BID are pleased to host a day to celebrate the talent of children in the local community. We are delighted to work with a variety of music, dance and performing arts schools, there will be different areas across Argents Mead to showcase live performances.
All the entertainment is free to watch and children will get the chance to have a go and join in the fun.
A full lineup will be announced soon.
Hinckley BID’s classic vehicle meet
August 21 from 5pm to 8.30pm
Location: Hinckley Town Centre
Cost: Free!
Returning this year by popular demand, anyone with a classic vehicle of any kind who would like to pop along would be most welcome.
The event is held on Thursday 17 July and Thursday 21 August at Hinckley's Market Place. Free to visit and enter. Entry is by pre-registration only.
The entrance will be from Station Road. Please spread the word to any enthusiast you may know.
For further details, call 01455 698494 or visit Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicles Meet (hinckleybid.co.uk)
Hinckley Indie Market
August 31 and every last Sunday of the month from 10am to 3pm
Location: Hinckley Town Centre
Cost: Free!
All Communities Matter host an Indie Market on the last Sunday of every month.
Family fun and community event supporting local traders in the Market Place and the Borough in Hinckley town centre held on the last Sunday of every month, excluding December.
A wide selection of goods will be available from bakers, crafters, makers and charities. There will also be children's entertainment available.
Keep updated with the market on Facebook: ACM Nuneaton (facebook.com)
To hold a stall at the market, you can secure tickets: All Communities Matter - Indie Markets (tickettailor.com)
Cultural and LGBTQ+ events
Hinckley Pride
August 23 from 12pm to 6.30pm
Location: Hollycroft Park, Shakespeare Drive, Hinckley, LE10 0BG
Cost: Free!
Hinckley Pride takes place on Saturday the 23rd August 2025.
Hinckley Pride plans to support our LGBTQ+ community and celebrate by embracing all cultures, sexualities and genders within our borough. We are a volunteer-led not-for-profit organisation whose ethos is to promote tolerance, diversity, inclusion and education within the communities of Hinckley and Bosworth. This year will be the 3rd pride in the park even more extraordinary, showcasing electrifying entertainment, thought-provoking discussions, and unforgettable experiences that will leave a lasting impact on all who attend.
For over 55s
Age UK Day Clubs
Monday to Friday except Tuesday from 10am to 3pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Varies (local authority funded places and self-funded)
Day Clubs provide a safe source of daytime support and care for a loved one in a welcoming and homely environment, using trained and vetted staff. Our clubs offer social connection and all the personalised support your loved one needs to enjoy their day, including a daily hot lunch to save time cooking an evening meal at home. We can also offer personal care services.
Monday & Friday
10am - 3pm
Offers transport: No
Hot lunch provided: Yes
Suitable for people living with dementia, mobility and personal care needs, mental health and learning disabilities.
Wednesday & Thursday
10am - 3pm
Offers transport: No
Hot lunch provided: Yes
Specialises in supporting people living with dementia.
Free Taster Day
Come along to a free taster day so you can experience first-hand the kind of things you can do and discover all we have to offer. You are welcome to bring someone along with you, a friend, relative or carer.
Age UK Lunch Club
Every Wednesday and Friday from 12pm to 1pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: £5.50 for main course and pudding for £1.50 extra
Enjoy a wholesome freshly cooked lunch amongst good company in a friendly and warm environment.
To join the Earl Shilton Lunch Club, please call 01455 847666 before 11.00 am on the day to check out the lunchtime menu and book your place.
Short Mat Bowls Group
Fridays from 1.45pm to 3.45pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free! (Membership is required)
Please contact Josie and Bob on 01455 612369 for more information.
Dancing
Mondays from 1.45pm to 3.45pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free!
Contact Tom on 0116 267 6260 for more information.
Barwell Crafters
Tuesdays from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free!
Contact Maureen on 01455 822824 for more information.
Tai Chi
Tuesdays between 2.30pm and 3.30pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free!
Contact Nasser on 07792 242150 for more information.
Craft workshops
Wednesdays from 9.30am to 11.30am
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free!
Bring your own materials for painting and needlecraft projects with a like-minded group.
Contact Rodney on 07767 332303 for more information.
Yoga
Thursdays between 12pm and 1pm
Location: Earl Shilton Senior Citizens Centre, Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
Cost: Free!
Contact Kirsty on 07707 973018 for more information.
Cream Tea & Bingo Fundraiser
August 12 from 11am to 2pm
Location: St Francis Community Centre, Tudor Road, Hinckley, LE10 0EQ
Cost: £5
Local fundraiser which includes summer treats and a game of bingo.
The summer Cream Tea & Bingo event is back by popular demand. Offering six games of bingo with lots of great prizes to be won, and scrumptious homemade scones and cake to be enjoyed. Unlimited tea, coffee and squash is also available.
Contact: Lisa 01455 617185
For arts lovers
Jive Nights at Hinckley Rock ‘n’ Roll Club
Every fortnight from March 14 to December 13 from 7.30pm to 11pm
Location: Wykin & District Social Club, Frederick Ave, Hinckley LE10 0EX
Cost: £5 pp
Rock 'n' roll music with dance lessons available.
It’s a night of Rock 'n' Roll music, Jive, Bop and Stroll dancing. With top DJs playing the best music. Optional Jive lesson 7:30pm to 8:15pm, £5, bring a dance partner.
Contact: [email protected] or 01455 840052
Open Exhibition – The Art of Music
July 14 – August 8 from 9am to 5pm
Location: Atkins Gallery, The Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU
Cost: Free!
An exhibition showcasing artists' response to The Art of Music and local history music stories past and present.
The Atkins Gallery annual Open Exhibition returns for 2025 with the theme The Art of Music. An exhibition showcasing artists' response to The Art of Music and local history, music, and stories past and present.
Atkins Gallery is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm - and look out for additional evenings and weekend viewings.
Connect with Leicestershire Recovery College, part of the Art of Music Exhibition: free Lunchtime Recital on Wednesday 6 August from 12:30 to 13:30 with Castle Baroque Players, as part of the Art of Music Exhibition.
Music in the Mead
August 16 and August 30 from 1pm to 3pm
Location: Argents Mead, Hinckley, LE10 1BZ
Cost: Free!
Enjoy a Saturday afternoon of musical entertainment in the beautiful Argents Mead.
August 16 – Sam Southall returns to perform your favourite tunes in the summer sunshine.
August 30 – Duo Ukulele Boxvox will be performing in Argent's Mead putting their own twist on modern classics.
