Imagination will soar with our exciting and varied programme running from 24 May - 8 June.

Highlights include A Beautiful Thread: Thomas Hardy in Words & Music, a truly unique event performed at the historic Stone Circle, UNITY, Gorilla Circus' extraordinary free aerial show taking place in Market Square, and FLIGHT, an immersive 30-minute experience in complete darkness inside of a shipping container modelled after an Airbus 320 in Guildhall Square.

Also on offer are spectacular dance performances, including Songs of the Bulbul and Ballet Central 2025, incredible live music with Jacqui Dankworth and Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell, and captivating theatre, including The Lord Chamberlain's Men'sTwelfth Night and The Mistake by Michael Mears. Plus, we have events for all ages, including Minny Stynker by Soap Soup Theatre and Darryl J. Carrington's Out of the Box for the little ones.

There’s something for everyone at this year’s festival. Book your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable experience!