Gloucester Goes Retro returns for August bank holiday 2024

An annual highlight for Gloucestershire families, Gloucester Goes Retro brings vintage-inspired fashion, hundreds of classic cars and live entertainment to Gloucester city centre, for a free family day out this August bank holiday weekend.

By Annabel Lammas  |  Published
Dancers at Gloucester Docks for Gloucester Goes Retro
Gloucester Goes Retro is back at Gloucester Docks for free family entertainment this August bank holiday weekend. Image © Gloucester Goes Retro

Take a trip back in time without ever leaving Gloucester as vintage car, fashion and music festival, Gloucester Goes Retro, returns on Saturday 24 August 2024.

Turning back the clock on the city's streets, the event is a great way to appreciate the history of the local area — spanning the roaring 20s, World War II and the swinging 60s, right up to Y2K and the present day.

Visitors can see vintage cars, fashions, reenactors and cosplayers take to the streets, and vintage-inspired acts on the Mariners Square Stage at Gloucester Docks, where there's also the chance to have a go at swing dancing.

Over on the Kings Square stage, see some epic breakdancing displays as DJs from The Music Works spin dance and hip-hop tracks from the 80s and 90s.

Meanwhile, fans of historic and restored vehicles can discover a selection of over 500 classic cars, motorbikes, scooters and military vehicles, from famous brands like Aston Martin, Bentley and Jensen, lining the streets of Gloucester for the occasion.

Event

Gloucester Goes Retro 2024

Dates

Saturday 24 August 2024

Times

From 10am

Admission

Free of charge

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