There’s always plenty to do in Warwick, with a wide range of events throughout the year. This handy long-term calendar is a guide to some of the most interesting, with links or contacts for more information. If you are organizing an event that you think will be of interest to visitors or local people, email the details well in advance to whatson@unlockingwarwick.org It’s updated each month.
Please see below featured events in Warwick. Please contact info@visitwarwick.co.uk if you would like your event to be listed.
Trivia Trails Warwick
From 19/05/2019 to 28/12/2019
From 19/05/2019 to 28/12/2019
Various venues in Warwick
New Updated Trail Dates List for 2019
Catteralls Day Trips & Holidays
From 23/08/2019 to 19/12/2019
From 23/08/2019 to 19/12/2019
The Warwick Box Office - in the Visitor Centre
The Information Centre Warwick are now selling tickets
CATTERALLS COACH – DAY TRIPS & HOLIDAYS
Warwick pick up points
Warwick Bus Station
Warwick Tesco car park
Leamington Music Autumn 2019 & (Spring 2020 available)
From 04/10/2019 to 24/03/2020
From 04/10/2019 to 24/03/2020
Various Venues In Leamington Spa & Warwick
Leamington Music’s fourteenth Winter Season Esmé Quartet from Korea, winners of the 2018 London International String Quartet Competition, performs at the Royal Pump Rooms on its first UK tour.
The Investec International String Quartet Series on Friday evenings continues with the London Haydn Quartet with Eric Hoeprich clarinet (1 November), the Talich Quartet from Czech Republic (29 November), Van Kuijk Quartet from France and winners of the London Competition in 2015 (24 January), the Consone Quartet (28 February) and Pražák Quartet from Czech Republic (20 March).
The Early Music at St Mary’s Church Warwick Series opens with the Gesualdo Six (8 October), continuing with Musica Secreta (12 November), Stile Antico (10 December), The Gonzaga Band (28 January), Dowland Works, celebrating Dame Emma Kirkby’s 70th birthday (18 February) and The Orlando Consort (24 March).
Other concerts in the season will be given by the 2019 Leamington Music Prize winners, the Palisander Recorder Quartet, The Mellstock Band, The Carice Singers, Lauren Zhang (winner 2018 BBC Young Musician of the Year), and Ensemble 360.
Booking for the Winter Season opened at the beginning of July with a fortnight’s Priority Booking period for the Friends of Leamington Music – download the Friends Application Form 2019-20 to join the Friends to take advantage of this. Programmes available from Warwick Information Centre
LEAMINGTON MUSIC 2020 CONCERT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE WARWICK
Richard Phillips MBE, Festival Director
Royal Spa Centre Cinema & Theatre
From 12/10/2019 to 05/01/2020
From 12/10/2019 to 05/01/2020
Royal Pump Rooms Leamington Spa
Come in and get your 2019-2020 programme for the Spa Centre Leamington
Tickets available Information Centre Warwick
Cards for Good Causes
From 17/10/2019 to 21/12/2019
From 17/10/2019 to 21/12/2019
Warwick Visitor Centre
WE STILL HAVE A GREAT SELECTION OF CHARITY CARDS LEFT…. DO NOT LEAVE IT TO LATE.
7P IN THE POUND GOES TO THE CHARITY OF YOUR CHOICE
Warwick Castle Ice Rink 2019
From 23/11/2019 to 05/01/2020
From 23/11/2019 to 05/01/2020
Warwick Castle
Set against the spectacular castle backdrop, this unmissable Christmas
With festive snacks & drinks to feast on and open until late on selected dates so skaters can enjoy a magical experience by day or night.
Book your skating session online through https://www.warwick-castle.com/ book your tickets on the day ticket office subject to availability.
Christmas Tree Festival at St. Mary’s Church Warwick
From 28/11/2019 to 08/12/2019
From 28/11/2019 to 08/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
The beautiful setting for the annual Christmas Tree Festival that opens on Warwick Town Victorian evening, Visitors can vote for their favourite Christmas tree and be entered in the prize draw. All the trees are individually decorated by the community and local businesses.
Admission on Victorian evening is 50p per adult and for the remainder of the festival it is £1.00 per adult. Children are Free.
website – http://www.stmaryswarwick.org.uk
Email – Contact@stmaryswarwick.org.uk
Box office / information – Tel. 01926 403940 Option 1
www.enjoywarwick.co.uk/events-and-whats-on/christmas-tree-festival-at-st.-marys-church/visit.html
The Contemporary Choir Warwickshire Christmas Concert, Part of the Christmas Tree Festival
From 05/12/2019 to 05/12/2019
From 05/12/2019 to 05/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Singing custom written arrangements of the world’s greatest Pop, Rock, Musical Theatre & Disney hits – backed by the Jam Hot Show Band. in aid of Myton Hospice
£10 – children £5
School Choirs Singing
From 06/12/2019 to 06/12/2019
From 06/12/2019 to 06/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Come along and hear local school children singing
FREE EVENT — RETIRING COLLECTION
10.30 am -12 noon … doors open 10.00 am
A- Not Such a Silent Night
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Sam Young, Simon Hogg and Liz Green reunite! Supported by the inimitable talents of Canticum and Warwick University Symphonic Brass alongside numerous special guests, this promises to be an unforgettable Christmas concert showcasing some of the most talented young musicians in the country.
We promise you this will be anything but a silent night…
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-not-so-silent-night-tickets-712001573
£12 (Children £6) / 01926 403940
19:30 – 22:00
Renaissance Dance
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
Lord Leycester Hospital Warwick
Authentic dances from court and country from the time of Robert Dudley, founder of the Lord Leycester Hospital. Entry included with regular entry ticket or friends card. Two dance sessions: one at 12am, one at 2pm, both in the Great Hall.
E-mail: info@lordleycester.com
Phone: 01926 491 422
Santa’s Visit
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Why not come along, meet Santa & bring your letter to post.
10.30 am
Snow White Royal Spa Centre Leamington Spa
From 07/12/2019 to 05/01/2020
From 07/12/2019 to 05/01/2020
Spa Centre Leamington Spa
Tickets available from … 23rd October 2019 – onwards
Box Office – Information Centre Warwick
Nice Christmas Present 
http://www.royalspacentreandtownhall.co.uk
Songlines Community Choir
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
From 07/12/2019 to 07/12/2019
St Mary's Church Leamington Spa - St Marys Rd
Charity Concert for Water Aid
singing songs…. From around the World . Pop . Gospel
A FUN NIGHT OUT
TICKETS — £7.00 ADULT & £3.00 CHILDREN
For more information & tickets contact– Bruce Knight 01926 778454
Light up a Life Myton Hospice Warwick
From 08/12/2019 to 08/12/2019
From 08/12/2019 to 08/12/2019
Warwick Myton Hospice
The festive season is an exciting time with bustling shops, presents to wrap and catching up with friends and family. But it is also the time of year when we take time to remember those who are no longer with us and the difference they made to our lives.
Every December we host Light up a Life services at our hospices in Coventry, Rugby and Warwick to give families and friends the chance to celebrate the lives of their loved ones in the run-up to Christmas – when memories feel somehow more poignant.
We would like to invite you to join us at one of these remembrance evenings.
In return for a donation, you can dedicate a light on one of our Christmas trees in memory of your loved one and have their name included in the service. Your gift will help to ensure we can keep caring for patients and families who need us now and in the future.
When you make your Light up a Life donation we will send you a special tag which you are invited to bring along to your chosen service and tie on to one of our trees.
If you are unable to attend one of the Light up a Life services but would still like to make a donation, we hope you can still feel part of the campaign by remembering your loved ones and tying the tag onto your tree at home.
If you would like to continue to support us in memory of a loved one then why not set up an In-memory page here.
Warwick Lights of Love 2019 -Dedication Service
From 08/12/2019 to 08/12/2019
From 08/12/2019 to 08/12/2019
Warwick Market Place
Mayor of Warwick & Rotary Club of Warwick invite you to celebrate & remember someone you love.
Please join us for a dedication service Market Place Warwick.
leaflets for your dedication card ( £5.00 ) can be picked up from Visitor Information Centre Warwick.
4pm
A Spanish Nativity
From 10/12/2019 to 10/12/2019
From 10/12/2019 to 10/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Regular visitors to Warwick since 2007 Stile Antico returns to the town, having made their debut Seville performance earlier this year, with the sensuous musical world of Renaissance Spain at Christmas. Drawing together an irresistible mix of sumptuous polyphony and infectiously joyful folk dances
Tickets: £24 and £19 reserved central nave, £15 unreserved rear nave, £13 unreserved sides (includes mulled wine and mince pies).
£1 Student Standby
The third of the monthly concerts in the Early Music at St Mary’s Season and the second of three Christmas concerts in the whole Leamington Music Winter Season
Christmas at the Races
From 12/12/2019 to 12/12/2019
From 12/12/2019 to 12/12/2019
Warwick Racecourse
Join in the fun at Warwick Racecourse’s Christmas Can there be a better place for your Christmas party
A Christmas Carol
From 13/12/2019 to 24/12/2019
From 13/12/2019 to 24/12/2019
Bridge House Theatre Warwick
Award winning puppetry and visual theatre company Smoking Apples team up with the Bridge House Theatre this Christmas to bring you a reinvention of a classic story. Come face to face with the magical spirits, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, as the Bridge House Theatre is transformed into the enchanting setting of the past, present and future of Mr Scrooge. Join him as he travels through time to learn the true meaning of Christmas and ignite your festive spirit. Bah Humbug! This is the perfect opportunity to dive into the heart of a timeless Christmas tale. Smoking Apples’ unique and heartwarming style of storytelling and spellbinding puppetry will immerse you into a magical theatrical experience like you’ve never seen before.A Christmas Fantasy Race Night
From 13/12/2019 to 13/12/2019
From 13/12/2019 to 13/12/2019
Warwick Racecourse
New for 2019, A Christmas Fantasy Race Night at Warwick Racecourse.Get into the Festive spirit with friends, family or work colleagues at our Christmas Fantasy Race Night. You will enjoy an evening of entertainment from start to finish to include fantasy racing, betting and tipsters.
For just £55 per person you will enjoy:
- Drink on arrival
- Two Course Dinner Fantasy Races, Betting & Tipsters
- warwick@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Carols By Candlelight at St Mary’s Church
From 18/12/2019 to 18/12/2019
From 18/12/2019 to 18/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Our traditional Carols by Candlelight will once again take place in the enchanted setting of the Collegiate Church of St Mary, Warwick. Featuring our incredible AC Academy Scholars, Christmas music both centuries old and new will merge to create a sublime festive evening.
ARMONICO CONSORT
DIRECTOR | CHRISTOPHER MONKS
ORGANIST | ADRIAN LUCAS
NARRATOR | JULIAN GLOVER
7:30 pm
- Ticket prices from: £35.50 to include interval drinks and free programme £24.50 | £18.50 | £14.00 + booking fee
Box office number: 01926 334418
Book this performance
In The Ballroom
From 18/12/2019 to 18/12/2019
From 18/12/2019 to 18/12/2019
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Finish the year with our Christmas get together
NOW 18TH DECEMBER
2 pm – 4.00 pm
£2.00 per person
more information 01926 411694
Da Capo – Nowell
From 19/12/2019 to 19/12/2019
From 19/12/2019 to 19/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Start the festive season with acapella carols old and new.
The beautiful church will be arranged with table seating, and you will be served with interval food and mulled wine for that unique Da Capo Christmas experience.
Ticket price includes refreshments and programme, with proceeds going towards St Mary’s tower restoration fund.
Tickets
£12, child £6, family (2 adults + 2 children) £30 for table seating with food, available by email to dacapo.warwick@gmail.com; or from St Mary’s Parish Office (01926 403940).
Carols At The Castle
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
Warwick Castle
Carols at Warwick Castle is held annually in the run up to Christmas. It is for many people the start of their Christmas festivities. It is a great opportunity for families and people of all ages to get together and join in singing carols led by the excellent choir of St Mary’s & Royal Spa Brass. Set against the magnificent setting of the Castle’s East Gate, the event has a wonderful atmosphere and visitors have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of stalls offering such fare as mince pies, baked potatoes, sausage rolls and warm drinks including mulled wine.
The money raised by the event goes to local charities and towards good causes. This is organised by The Warwick Lions, Rotary Club, Merlin’s Magic Wand and the Friends of St Mary’s Choir. Warwick Castle provides the venue and many helpful support services free of charge.
TICKETS AVAILABLE http://www.carolswarwick.com/tickets/
6.30pm – 9.00pm
Gretel
From 21/12/2019 to 31/12/2019
From 21/12/2019 to 31/12/2019
Playbox Theatre Warwick
The brightest of things, down where the witch sings she brightest of all; where shadows run deepest…’An exhilarating re-imagining of one of our oldest tales. The premiere of this brave new adaptation will take Gretel on an extraordinary adventure as she battles to save her brother. And herself…Written by Toby Quash in collaboration with the Blank-Shift Writers’ Workshop. This will be a Christmas unlike any other!
£9.00 – £18.00
Raked/Side Seating
Standard £18
Concession £10
Bench Seating
Standard £15
Concession £9
01926 419555
Starts at 7:00PM
Suitable for ages 3+
Nativity Live
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
Warwick Market Place
Transforming Communities Together
The Holly & The Ivy
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
From 21/12/2019 to 21/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Saint James Singers
A celebration of Christmas with music & readings.
7.30 pm
Tickets £10 & £15.00
07502 939498
www.stjamessingers.com
Screening “The Snowman”
From 23/12/2019 to 23/12/2019
From 23/12/2019 to 23/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
The Snowman film with live orchestra & featuring a chorister of St Marys Choir singing the famous solo.
Tickets available St Mary’s Shop & on the door
ADULT £12.00
CHILD £5.00
FAMILY 2 Adults & 2 Children £25.00
Times – 4.00 pm & 5.30 pm
www.stmaryswarwick.org.uk
01926 491653
Crib Service
From 24/12/2019 to 24/12/2019
From 24/12/2019 to 24/12/2019
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Come along and take part in & hear the Christmas Story
4pm
New Years Eve Party
From 31/12/2019 to 01/01/2020
From 31/12/2019 to 01/01/2020
Guys Cliffe House
From Eventbrite.co.uk: See the New year in at Warwickshire`s Hidden Gem Guys Cliffe . Hot and Cold Buffet served at the start of the evening.
New Years Eve Race Day
From 31/12/2019 to 31/12/2019
From 31/12/2019 to 31/12/2019
Warwick Racecourse
This event needs no introduction as the biggest raceday we host at Warwick Racecourse. Join 7000 like-minded racegoers warming up for the big night out. Live music, great racing and a fantastic atmosphere is an absolute certainty. Enjoy the occasion in style with one of our exclusive New Year’s Eve hospitality packages.
Under 18’s entry is FREE of charge, when attending with a responsible adult.
The Classic Race Day Chase
From 11/01/2020 to 11/01/2020
From 11/01/2020 to 11/01/2020
Warwick Racecourse
If there is one day to head to Warwick Racecourse then this is the one.
(Enclosure tickets from £12.50 before 23:59 pm on Friday 2nd August and from £25 on the day)
The highlight of this fixture is the thrilling racing, and we make it the absolute focus. Not only will you enjoy the most exhilarating race we stage all year, but you can also experience free heritage talks with some of the stars of yesteryear, and an exhibition of displaying interesting artifacts from Warwick’s racing past.
Under 18s can come racing for FREE with a full paying adult.
Stag and Hen Do packages available, please contact Warwick Racecourse on 01926 405560.
In The Ballroom 2020
From 15/01/2020 to 15/01/2020
From 15/01/2020 to 15/01/2020
Court House Warwick
In The Ballroom talk about Warwick’s Grade 1 Court House.
Quiz -tea & cake -£2.50
2.00 pm -4.00 pm
01926 411694
Act For Autism
From 18/01/2020 to 18/01/2020
From 18/01/2020 to 18/01/2020
Myton School Warwick
Are you a parent, carer or professional supporting a young person who is autistic?
Together with Warwickshire County Council, Act for Autism is hosting a free event in Warwick bringing together autism professionals , autism services, parents, and young autistic individuals.
Speakers include academically acclaimed Dr Olga Bogdashina and Dr Glenys Jones, professional speaker author and autism advocate Alex Manners, professional magician and autism advocate Angus Baskerville. Tessa Morton and Jane Gurnett, founders of Act For Autism and the 3 C pathway. There will be specialised workshops, surgeries, and stands.
Please book your free place. http://bit.ly/AfAWCC
Numbers are limited.
Midweek Jumps With A Local Feel
From 22/01/2020 to 22/01/2020
From 22/01/2020 to 22/01/2020
Warwick Racecourse
There’s no such thing as an ordinary raceday at Warwick, we promise you a great atmosphere and an enjoyable day out every time horses’ hooves hit our track.
TICKETS ON SALE SHORTLY
Under 18’s attend for FREE with a full paying adult.
For important ticket information please click here
Tea & Dance Lessons In The Ballroom 2020
From 28/01/2020 to 15/12/2020
From 28/01/2020 to 15/12/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Tea & Dance lessons are a social gathering suitable for beginners. These sessions cost only £2.50 per person, per lesson. Booking not required, just come along! Organised by Warwick Town Council and Unlocking Warwick.
All dates are Tuesday afternoons, 2.00pm Until 4.00pm. Refreshments provided. Dance partners are not essential for this event. For further details contact Warwick Town Council on 01926 411694 or call into the Visitor Information Centre inside the Court House.
28th January
25th February
24th March
28th April
26th May
23rd June
28th July
25th August
22nd September
27th October
24th November
15th December
Tea Dances In The Ballroom is brought to you by Warwick Town Council together with Unlocking Warwick, Big Lottery “Awards for All” and The King Henry VIII Endowed Trust.
The Gonzaga Band
From 28/01/2020 to 28/01/2020
From 28/01/2020 to 28/01/2020
St Mary's Church, Warwick
1629 was a remarkable year for new music in Venice. Schütz came to the city to learn of latest Italian style of composition from Monteverdi and his contemporaries, while Castello, Grandi and Marini contributed to this pivotal moment in the development of the early Baroque style. Acclaimed period ensemble The Gonzaga Band, directed by Jamie Savan, explores this extraordinary year in the life of these composers and many more in this most musical of cities.
“Top of the range in every respect.”
Tickets: £22 and £18 reserved central nave, £15 unreserved rear nave, £13 unreserved sides.
£1 Student Standby
The fourth of the monthly concerts in the Early Music at St Mary’s Season
Concert generously supported by John and Jean Morgan
J S BACH IN B MINOR
From 01/02/2020 to 01/02/2020
From 01/02/2020 to 01/02/2020
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Never performed complete in his lifetime, the work is in effect Bach’s own self-obituary, how he wanted to be remembered by the world. If you have never heard it live, this is absolutely one concert you must not miss.
‘It is the best of him, and it helps bring out the best in us.’
ARMONICO CONSORT & BAROQUE ORCHESTRA
DIRECTOR | CHRISTOPHER MONKS
SOPRANO | ELIN MANAHAN THOMAS
Ticket prices from: £33.50 to include interval drinks and free programme £22.50 | £16.50 | £12.50
TICKETS AVAILABLE BOX OFFICE WARWICK INFORMATION CENTRE
Generously sponsored by David Phillips & Phillips and Becker Accountants Ltd.
Young Pro -2020
From 06/02/2020 to 06/02/2020
From 06/02/2020 to 06/02/2020
Lord Leycester Hospital Warwick
Now firmly established in the annual Awards calendar, we have pleasure inviting you to join us at YoungPro 2020 You’re likely to notice some changes to YoungPro 2020. As well as a new Thursday evening slot we’ve also moved to a new setting, the beautiful medieval gem the Lord Leycester Hospital in central Warwick, a group of timber framed buildings dating mainly from the late 14th Century. Some things remain the same and once again the night will be compered by the irrepressible JD from Free Radio who always brings his own unique blend of energy and pizzazz to the evening’s celebrations.
Tickets for YoungPro 2020 cost £35 + VAT to include a glass of wine on arrival and a two course meal. Tables of ten are also available. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/
17:30 – 20:30
Agetur Kingmaker Novice Chase
From 08/02/2020 to 08/02/2020
From 08/02/2020 to 08/02/2020
Warwick Racecourse
The Agetur Kingmaker Novice Chase is one of the highlights of the season and is targeted by horses as a stepping stone as they attempt to secure a place in history at the Cheltenham and Aintree Festivals.
(Enclosure tickets from £15 in advance and from £25 on the day)
In The Ballroom 2020 – Musical Afternoon
From 12/02/2020 to 12/02/2020
From 12/02/2020 to 12/02/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Join the Warwick Sing Well Community Choir for an afternoon of songs from the musicals.
2.00pm – 4.00pm
£2.50
01926 411694
Lauren Zhang – Piano
From 12/02/2020 to 12/02/2020
From 12/02/2020 to 12/02/2020
Warwick Hall next to Bridgehouse Theatre
Winner of the 2018 BBC Young Musician of the Year competition aged just 16, Lauren studies at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
tickets £15 unreserved available £1 Student Standby
WARWICK BOX OFFICE INFORMATION CENTRE
Concert generously supported by David and Gina Wilson
Court Leet Beer Festival
From 14/02/2020 to 15/02/2020
From 14/02/2020 to 15/02/2020
Lord Leycester Hospital Warwick
Warwick (Friday 4-10 pm, Saturday 12-10 pm or until dry). £5 entry tickets brought in advance from 1 January. Tickets available from LLH Ticket Office, Warwick Visitors Centre or online from December 1st on.
An annual beer and cider tasting event with music in the ancient medieval hall where ale and cider has been supped for over 700 years.
The Sixteen
From 15/02/2020 to 15/02/2020
From 15/02/2020 to 15/02/2020
St Mary's Church, Warwick
The Sixteen present the most popular dramatic work of Handel’s lifetime; a tale of love, tragedy and liberation, with the eternal love between mortal shepherd Acis and goddess Galatea doomed by the jealous cyclops Polyphemus. Staying true to the premiere in 1718, this intimate concert performance features a select group of five singers and nine instrumentalists from the choir and Orchestra of The Sixteen.
Tickets £15 – £30, with discounts of 10% for group bookings of 9 or more people, and discounts of 50% available for students, under-35s, job-seekers, people living with a disability and their carers.
Dame Emma Kirkby & Dowland Works
From 18/02/2020 to 18/02/2020
From 18/02/2020 to 18/02/2020
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Dame Emma Kirkby and Gwendolen Martin sopranos
Clemmie Franks alto, Michael Solomon Williams tenor, Gareth Thomas bass
Sam Brown and Toby Carr lutes, Peter McCarthy viola da gamba
The music of John Dowland forms the core of this intimate programme, which brings together young performers and seasoned specialists in an exploration of the rich heritage of lute songs left to us by Dowland and some of his contemporaries such as John Danyel, John Coprario, and Angelo Notari. The concert forms part of Dame Emma’s 70th Birthday Tour.
Tickets: £22 and £18 reserved central nave, £15 unreserved rear nave, £13 unreserved sides.
£1 Student Standby
The fifth of the monthly concerts in the Early Music at St Mary’s Season
Concert generously supported by John and Jean Morgan
Fabulous Fiver Budbrooke Chase
From 21/02/2020 to 21/02/2020
From 21/02/2020 to 21/02/2020
Warwick Racecourse
For one day only tickets are available for just £5.
(Provisonal Date)
Enjoy a day of quality action on the course on your half-term Friday for just a fiver, and don’t forget, under 18s can come racing for FREE.
Some great racing too, with the valuable Budbrooke Chase taking place and live music as you enter the course.
IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION
For more Ticket Information please click here.
Warwick Pancake Race 2020
From 25/02/2020 to 25/02/2020
From 25/02/2020 to 25/02/2020
Warwick Market Place
This highly popular event for children from local schools will take place in the Market Square for the coveted Pancake Trophies, one for each age group.
Organised by the Rotary Club, there is usually a large turn-out of supporters and spectators.
Contact Jackie Crampton for more details and to enter.
Telephone +44 (0) 1926 492496
Warwick Half Marathon 2020
From 01/03/2020 to 01/03/2020
From 01/03/2020 to 01/03/2020
Warwick Racecourse
It will follow its traditional route through the lovely Warwickshire countryside providing athletes with an excellent opportunity to compete in a slightly undulating, traffic free road race. This run is suitable for runners of all abilities and wheelchair users. Medals are awarded for all participants.
This event is UKA affiliated, so you can count it towards your official times this running season. Venue facilities include –
- Registration & Bag Drop
- Chip Timing
- Water Stations
- Catering
- Toilets
- Equipment Shop
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Massage (For Small Donation)
- Event photography
- Car Parking.
Countryside Day
From 08/03/2020 to 08/03/2020
From 08/03/2020 to 08/03/2020
Warwick Racecourse
What better way to spend a Sunday than to get out in the fresh air, enjoying great racing as well as a host of countryside activities. It wouldn’t’ be Countryside Day without a chance to meet the local Warwickshire Hunt’s hounds and experience an impressive display of working gundogs along with ferrets and a hawk by Gamegoer Gundogs in the paddock before racing.
Stag and Hen Do packages available, please contact Warwick Racecourse on 01926 405560.
Don’t forget under 18s can come racing for FREE.
IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION
For more Ticket Information please click here. PROVISIONAL DATE
In The Ballroom 2020 – The Story of Your Surname
From 11/03/2020 to 11/03/2020
From 11/03/2020 to 11/03/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick - Jury Street
Author Anthony Poulton Smith tells the story about where our surnames came from and what it tells you about your ancestors.
2.00pm -4. 00pm
£2.50 with refreshments
St John’s Ghost Hunt
From 13/03/2020 to 14/03/2020
From 13/03/2020 to 14/03/2020
St Johns House
St Johns mansion situated in the heart of Warwick is said to be home of many residential ghosts. A woman dressed in period clothing has been seen on many occasions standing in front of one of the windows looking out, many believe this is the lady who lost her life here due to her dress catching fire and she burnt to death ! The sound of children’s laughter, footsteps and cries are also often heard in the attic area. The cellar is a terrifying place there is male angry spirit who haunts here, Poltergeist activity is very common here , many guests refuse to go back into the cellars due to them feeling like they have been pushed and grabbed. The sound of doors banging is often heard. Will you be afraid of these cellars ? Working in small groups, participating in Ouija/spirit board sessions, Evp Sessions, Table tipping, seances and many other different techniques. Tea/coffee and light snacks. Please remember to bring your torch as this location has caves and underground chambers. Please remember to wear suitable footwear as this location has a lot of stairs and very uneven floors.
This Location is not suitable for people with walking and mobility issues.
OVER 18’s ONLY
Orlando Consort
From 24/03/2020 to 24/03/2020
From 24/03/2020 to 24/03/2020
St Mary's Church, Warwick
Matthew Venner alto, Mark Dobell and Angus Smith tenors, Donald Greig baritone
Today this fourteenth-century French cleric is best-known for a single work, the extraordinary Messe de Nostre Dame. However, in his own era Machaut was fêted throughout Europe for his wide-ranging skills. The Orlando Consort’s new programme demonstrates the full lyrical beauty, the sensual imagery and the inspired harmonic brilliance that lies in the work of this truly great poet – a direct inspiration to Chaucer – and composer.
“Hauntingly and mellifluously sung by The Orlando Consort, this music still sounds as flavoursome as it must have done 650 years ago.” – The Daily Telegraph
Tickets: £22 and £18 reserved central nave, £15 unreserved rear nave, £13 unreserved sides.
Tickets AVAILABLE BOX OFFICE WARWICK VISITOR CENTRE
£1 Student Standby
The final concert in the Early Music at St Mary’s Season
A day For Our Four – Legged Friends
From 26/03/2020 to 26/03/2020
From 26/03/2020 to 26/03/2020
Warwick Racecourse
Join us for (what we think) is the world’s first ever Four-Legged Friend Raceday where you can bring your dog(s) for a day at the races!
No, you are not barking mad, you are reading this correctly. On this special day we are planning lots of fun canine-themed activities and entertainment.
Just make sure you bring a lead!
TICKETS ON SALE SHORTLY
Under 18s entry is FREE of charge, when attending with a full paying adult.
Warwick Grand National Run
From 05/04/2020 to 05/04/2020
From 05/04/2020 to 05/04/2020
Warwick Racecourse
A brand new event from Raceways Events CIC! A horse-costumed 7km run around Warwick Racecourse on the weekend of the Grand National!A brand new event from Raceways Events CIC! (the weekend of the Grand National), participants will run 7km (the distance of the Grand National), and of course all runners will be dressed as horses!
Horse costumes can be included in the cost of your entry, or if you prefer you can bring your own! A bespoke medal, chip timing, post-race snacks, race photography all come as standard in all of our events.
There will also be a Kids Fun Run – at a small charge if the children would also like a horse costume (which is very much recommended
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7km – Costume Included
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7km – Bring your own costume! £16.00+£1.84 Fee
http://eventbrite.co.uk/e/warwick-grand-national-run-tickets-76012121301
In The Ballroom 2020 – Warwickshire Folk Tales Colin King
From 08/04/2020 to 08/04/2020
From 08/04/2020 to 08/04/2020
Ballroom, Court House - Jury Street
Do you know why some pubs are called The Dun Cow and more interesting facts.
2.00pm -4.00pm
£2.50 with refreshments
01926 411694
Coventry City Sky Blue Race Day
From 14/04/2020 to 14/04/2020
From 14/04/2020 to 14/04/2020
Warwick Racecourse
Hopefully by the time this race day comes around our local English Football League One team, Coventry City will be sailing high at the top of the table.Join the current squad and stars of yesteryear for a sky blue day at Warwick Racecourse.
Supporters of Wolves, Villa, Birmingham, Walsall, Leicester City and other local teams are more than welcome so wear your scarf with pride!
Purchase your enclosure tickets in advance for the best price today.
- Group tickets from £12.50
- In advance from £14
- On the day from £17
Don’t forget that under 18’s entry is FREE of charge, when attending with a full paying adult.
FROM £12.50
An Elizabethan Revel
From 18/04/2020 to 18/04/2020
From 18/04/2020 to 18/04/2020
Lord Leycester Hospital Warwick
A unique event for historical dancers to celebrate 50 years of (D)HDS
Founded as a retirement home for Elizabeth’s military men by Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, the Mediaeval Great Hall and the Guildhall of this exceptional historic building provide the perfect venue for an authentic Elizabethan experience.
Dancing led by Anne Daye Music led by Tamsin Lewis and Passamezzo
Tickets £60
Programme
12.45 Arrivals
13.00 Afternoon session: reminder/rehearsal of dances, led by Anne Daye. The dance programme and information will be sent to you in advance.
15.00-17.00 Free time and changing in the Unitarian Chapel, almost opposite Lord Leycester’s Hospital. NB You are requested to wear Elizabethan/Tudor costume. Return, and deposit your possessions in the room above the Guildhall at Lord Leycester’s Hospital. Refreshments available at The Brethren’s Kitchen (LLH) or locally.
17.00 Take your places in the Great Hall.
17.15 Formal supper of two seated courses with wine. Dishes will be typical of the period, including pottage, pies, flans, cheese, fish and roasted meats (vegetarian options available), bread and salad. NB Please bring your own drinking vessel, which you will retain for the whole event.
18.45 Move to the Guildhall for the banquet: cream and fruit desserts as well as banquet delicacies.
19.30 Return to the Great Hall for the dancing, which will include sociable and familiar dances from England and France, but also a selection of improvised dances (canaries, passomezzi) and Italian balletti for couples and groups. During the evening, water and cordials will be available for you to help yourselves.
23.00 Event ends. Changing in the Guildhall.
Practicalities
Please note that there is no parking at Lord Leycester’s Hospital it may be best to park at your accommodation if possible. The only parking which guarantees access for the entire event is St Nicholas Park car park (CV34 4QY). The Racecourse, St Mary’s Area 2 (CV34 6JP) may also be available; check nearer the time as it is closed on race days.
You are advised to book your accommodation early as hotels and guesthouses in Warwick get booked up quickly.
For more information, please contact Helen: email helenhds@outlook.com or phone 01327 340494.
Charity Raceday
From 23/04/2020 to 23/04/2020
From 23/04/2020 to 23/04/2020
Warwick Racecourse
Warwick Racecourse is wonderful place to be when spring is just around the 
corner. Over the course of the year Warwick Racecourse assists in raising funds and awareness for numerous local different charities.This day, as well as some brilliant racing on the track, we will try to focus the crowd’s attention on a worthy local charity with a specific goal in mind as well as the action on the turf.
Purchase your enclosure tickets at the best price today.
- Group tickets from £12.50
- In advance from £14
- On the day from £17
Don’t forget that under 18’s entry is FREE of charge, when attending with a full paying adult.
FROM£12.50
Why not bring the kids and enjoy a mid-week treat as under 18s can come racing for FREE when attending with a full paying adult.
Victory In Europe Raceday
From 08/05/2020 to 08/05/2020
From 08/05/2020 to 08/05/2020
Warwick Racecourse
Join us this May Bank holiday as we celebrate the Victory in Europe 75th anniversary in the heart of Warwick.
TICKETS ON SALE SHORTLY
Bring along your family, friends and neighbours and enjoy the biggest street party in Warwick. The centre of the racecourse will be a hive of activity with live music and free entertainment for all to enjoy.
More information to follow.
Ladies Night
From 09/05/2020 to 09/05/2020
From 09/05/2020 to 09/05/2020
Warwick Racecourse
Following the Victory in Europe Raceday, Day Two of our May Carnival is one for…ALL the Ladies!
Ladies Night is the height of the social calendar and with spring drawing slowly to a close,
it’s the perfect excuse to grab your glad rags and head to Warwick.
https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/warwick/events-tickets/ladies-night/tickets/#filteredBy=GA&tab=day1
In The Ballroom 2020 -Treasure Islands
From 13/05/2020 to 13/05/2020
From 13/05/2020 to 13/05/2020
Ballroom, Court House - Jury Street
Roger Butler will be giving a talk on Scotland’s Treasure Islands and the wildlife that surrounds them.
2.00pm -4.00pm
£2.50 Refreshments available
01926 411694
Warwick Food Festival 2020
From 24/05/2020 to 24/05/2020
From 24/05/2020 to 24/05/2020
Warwick Market Place
Warwick Food Festival will return for it’s sixth year to celebrate the diverse food and drink from across Warwick District and beyond. The Festival will feature a mouth-watering line up of over 100 food & drink traders,
live entertainment and kids activities.
In The Ballroom 2020 – Miami
From 10/06/2020 to 10/06/2020
From 10/06/2020 to 10/06/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Paula Fletcher will entertain us with her tales of Miami.
2.00 pm – 4.00pm
£2.50 with refreshments
Two Castles Run 2020
From 14/06/2020 to 14/06/2020
From 14/06/2020 to 14/06/2020
Warwick Castle
Ballot registration opens from 1st February to 14th February 2020 The Two Castles Run is organised by the Rotary Club of Kenilworth and Leamington Cycling and Athletic Club, entirely by unpaid volunteers, with all proceeds being donated to charitable causes.
The Run starts inside Warwick Castle, Warwick. The Run finishes inside Kenilworth Castle, Kenilworth.
Take a look at this map to see the route of the Run.
Kilometre markers will be displayed throughout the course. Markers, which show the distance to the finish, will be displayed in the last 600m of the course
start 9AM (GATES OPEN AT 7.30AM)
Beer Festival
From 20/06/2020 to 20/06/2020
From 20/06/2020 to 20/06/2020
St Johns House Warwick
More details to follow – save the date!!
Open Studios – 2020
From 20/06/2020 to 05/07/2020
From 20/06/2020 to 05/07/2020
Various venues in Warwick
Looking forward to celebrating our 20th birthday, so make sure you put the dates in your diary now 
Sign-up for membership and exhibitors will open in early December.
admin@warwickshireopenstudios.org
In The Ballroom 2020 – Guy of Warwick
From 08/07/2020 to 08/07/2020
From 08/07/2020 to 08/07/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Trevor Langley presents the Guy of Warwick Story & Guys Cliffe.
2.00 pm 4.00 pm
£2.50 with refreshments
Warwick Folk Festival 2020
From 23/07/2020 to 26/07/2020
From 23/07/2020 to 26/07/2020
Various venues in Warwick
Singers and musicians, street entertainers and Morris dancers – it seems that anybody and everybody who enjoys folk music heads for Warwick in July each year.Since its humble beginnings in 1979, the annual Warwick Folk Festival has developed into one of the most highly regarded folk events on the national and international scene, attracting fans from all over Britain and as far afield as the USA and Australia.
2020 is our 41st festival! If you’ve not been for years, come and see what’s changed. If you’ve never been to Warwick Folk Festival, come and see what you’re missing!
Warwick Folk Festival has become a major highlight on the British music calendar attracting people from all over the country and beyond. One of the attractions of the Festival is the live music and dance which is programmed around the town centre including hotels and public houses.
The festival takes place at Warwick School and offers a fantastic family day out with workshops, storytelling, theatre, music and dance, as well as a real ale & cider festival, wine bar and craft market. There is also a free concert and dancing in the Market Place.
Telephone
Michael Buble
From 31/07/2020 to 31/07/2020
From 31/07/2020 to 31/07/2020
Warwick Castle
In The Ballroom 2020 – Antiques Roadshow with Steven Bruce
From 12/08/2020 to 12/08/2020
From 12/08/2020 to 12/08/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Please bring items along for valuation and discussion, together with humourous insight into the world of auctions.
2.00 am – 4.00pm
£2.50 with refreshments
Warwick Horticultural Show 2020
From 29/08/2020 to 31/08/2020
From 29/08/2020 to 31/08/2020
Pageant Gardens / Ballroom Court House Warwick
Horticultural & Allotment Society Annual Show is back in town something for all – there are 76 classes which include (apart from the obvious) handicrafts, paintings, & photographs. 34 cups & trophies up for grabs including the prestigious RHS Banksian Medal & Certificate awarded to the most prolific points winner on judgement day.
Entries into the show will be received between 8am & 2pm on Saturday 29th August 2020 and judging will take place at 2:30pm.
Entry fee – All Classes – 25p per class for WHAS members, 30p for non-members, and u16s free.
Guy’s Cliffe House – TV’S Most Haunted
From 04/09/2020 to 04/09/2020
From 04/09/2020 to 04/09/2020
Guys Cliffe House
Hosted by Most Haunted Experience And LIVE FeedsDetails
Ghost hunting at Guys Cliffe House in Warwick with Glen Hunt from Tvs Most Haunted
Times – 9pm til 2am
Dare you enter this terrifying location…With its dark tunnels and cellers to the eerie chapel rooms ..The fear factor is high here..
With a dominant male spirit who likes to grab you to the sound of children giggling…
You will not forget your night at Guys Cliffe House..
https://www.mosthauntedexperience.com/product-page/guys-cliffe-house-warwick-4th-sept-2020
In The Ballroom 2020 – Games Afternoon
From 09/09/2020 to 09/09/2020
From 09/09/2020 to 09/09/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Usual afternoon full of games & quizzes.
2.00 pm -4.00 pm
£2.50 with refreshments
Dragon Boat Race 2020
From 13/09/2020 to 13/09/2020
From 13/09/2020 to 13/09/2020
St Nicholas Park Warwick
Cost: Free Entry
Fundraising Pledge: £1000
Team size: 11 We are looking for teams to battle it out on the water for Zoë’s Place. Its an exciting day out, perfect for team building and is safe and suitable for beginners. All set against the historic backdrop of Warwick Castle.
Each team will have 11 participants – 10 rowers and 1 drummer – entry is FREE but you will pledge to raise £1000 or more in fundraising. Each team has a minimum of 2 races over a 200m course with the fastest teams going through to the Grand Final.
E: challenge@zoes-place.org.uk
T: 024 7693 9520
In The Ballroom 2020 – Hill Close Gardens
From 14/10/2020 to 14/10/2020
From 14/10/2020 to 14/10/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Learn the history of these Victorian Gardens
2.00 pm 4.00 pm
£2.50 with refreshments
In The Ballroom 2020 – The Lord Leycester Hospital
From 11/11/2020 to 11/11/2020
From 11/11/2020 to 11/11/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
Learn the story of one of the oldest buildings in Warwick.
2.00 pm 4.00 pm
£2.50 with refreshments
Victorian Evening 2020
From 26/11/2020 to 26/11/2020
From 26/11/2020 to 26/11/2020
Warwick Market Place
5pm — 9pm.
full details of the 2020 event will be available in October – Watch this space.
Touch FM will host a packed programme of entertainment on stage in the Market Place where Father Christmas will help the Mayor of Warwick switch the town’s Christmas lights on at 7pm.
In The Ballroom 2020 – Christmas Celebration
From 10/12/2020 to 10/12/2020
From 10/12/2020 to 10/12/2020
Ballroom Court House Warwick
An afternoon of Christmas fun with entertainment.
2.00 pm 4.00 pm
£2.50 with refreshments