There are lots of exciting events taking place in Leicester – have a look below at some of the upcoming events that BID Leicester will be supporting over the next few months.

Dino Fest
25 & 26 July 2026

Have a roarsome weekend in Leicester! Dino Fest is coming to Leicester this August, bringing a weekend of prehistoric fun to the city centre. Expect giant dinosaur performances, interactive activities, and the chance to walk alongside roaming dinosaurs as they parade through the streets.

Brew Beat
4 – 6 September 2026

Brew Beat returns to Jubilee Square from 4–6 September for a weekend of free live music, craft beer, street food and festival vibes in the heart of Leicester. Enjoy more than 20 hours of live performances, discover craft beers from independent breweries, tuck into delicious local street food, sip cocktails in the sunshine and enjoy family-friendly entertainment throughout the weekend. 

Leicester Restaurant Week
19 October 2026 – 1 November

Leicester Restaurant Week returns in 2026 for another citywide celebration of food, flavour and fantastic value. For two weeks, restaurants across the city centre will offer exclusive fixed-price menus and special deals, giving diners the perfect excuse to try somewhere new or revisit old favourites.

Keep looking up…
October 2026 – Dates TBC

Something mischievous is making its way back to Leicester city centre this October half term. Full details coming soon.

Festive Jams
November – December 2026 – Dates TBC

Festive Jams returns in 2026, filling Leicester city centre with the sound of live festive music in the run-up to Christmas. Expect free pop-up performances from brass bands, choirs and seasonal favourites, creating a magical soundtrack for Christmas shopping, family days out and festive evenings in the city.