What’s On
Events for 2018 near Porth
Events and festivals in Cornwall often reflect the deep heritage of the county and its Celtic roots. Taking place throughout the year, they usually combine all the elements the Cornish are so good at – great food, live music and art, often in the form of a giant puppet or two!
January
All month
Ice Skating at the Eden Project
Winter ice rink at the Eden Project. Usual entrance plus skating fee.
February
Until 18 February
Ice Skating at Eden
Winter ice rink at the Eden Project. Usual entrance plus skating fee.
March
2 March 2019
World Pasty Championships
Annual competition at the Eden Project.
2019 date tbc
Beer & Mussel Festival
Annual festival with feature ales and great food at The Cornish Arms, St Merryn.
April
2019 date tbc
Easter activities at Eden
Egg hunts and Easter fun at the Eden Project.
May
1 May 2019
May Day in Padstow
Otherwise known as Obby ‘Oss day. Join the locals as they decorate the streets in readiness for two ‘osses (people in horse costumes) race through the streets.
2019 date tbc
St Agnes Bolster Festival
A great family event with a lantern procession, bonfire and BBQ. Giant Bolster street theatre, drums, and Pageant too!
May cont.
11 – 18 May 2019
Fowey Festival of Arts & Literature
Meet authors, take part in workshops and talks.
June
June
6 – 8 June 2019
Royal Cornwall Show
Head to the showground at Wadebridge for the best of Cornwall’s agriculture, food and entertainment.
July
6 – 7 July
Rock Oyster Festival
Enjoy local oysters and entertainment at Rock.
August
8- 13 August
Boardmaster’s
Newquay’s surf, skate and music festival.
August cont.
28 – 30 August 2018
Lusty Glaze Beach Tag Rugby Tournament
Family festival with food, music and fun.
September
7 – 9 September
Newquay Fish Festival
Entertainment, chef demos and plenty of fish at the harbour.
2018 date tbc
Eden’s Festival of Food
Join celebrity chefs for a food festival at the Eden Project.
October
6 October 2018
Eden Ice Rink
Start of the Eden Project’s winter ice skating sessions.
13 – 14 October 2018
British SUP National Championships
Event at Watergate Bay.
November
21 November
Cathedral City Christmas Market
Food, drink, arts & crafts in Truro.
November cont.
21 November
Truro City of Lights
Spectacular festive event in Truro.
December
6 – 9 December
Padstow Christmas Festival
Get in the festive spirit and visit Padstow. Parades, fun events, chef demos and fireworks.
