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15 of the best family-friendly festivals and events in Gloucestershire

15 of the best family-friendly festivals and events in Gloucestershire

From the best live music, food, drink and activities, to engaging history, science, tech and countryside attractions — SoGlos rounds up 15 of the best events and festivals for families in Gloucestershire in 2026.

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6 ways you can support Cheltenham Animal Shelter in its 100th year

6 ways you can support Cheltenham Animal Shelter in its 100th year

Win the ultimate kids party for 10 at Clip 'n Climb Gloucester

Win the ultimate kids party for 10 at Clip 'n Climb Gloucester

Gloucestershire Easter guide

Gloucestershire Easter guide

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Holy Week and Easter 2026 at Gloucester Cathedral

Holy Week and Easter 2026 at Gloucester Cathedral

Main School Open Events at The Crypt School

Main School Open Events at The Crypt School

Gozzle trail at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Gozzle trail at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Cheltenham Ladies' College general open day

Cheltenham Ladies' College general open day

Rococo’s Egg-stra Fun Family Trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Rococo’s Egg-stra Fun Family Trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Easter Adventures at Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Easter Adventures at Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Gloucester Races and Country Fair 2026

Gloucester Races and Country Fair 2026

Super Smashing Easter Treasure Hunt

Super Smashing Easter Treasure Hunt

Easter at Cotswolds Designer Outlet

Easter at Cotswolds Designer Outlet

CountryTastic 2026 at Three Counties Showground

CountryTastic 2026 at Three Counties Showground

Giffords Circus tour 2026

Giffords Circus tour 2026

King Charles II at the races at Berkeley Castle

King Charles II at the races at Berkeley Castle

Eastnor ChilliFest

Eastnor ChilliFest

RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2026 at Three Counties Showground

RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2026 at Three Counties Showground

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15 of the best family-friendly festivals and events in Gloucestershire

15 of the best family-friendly festivals and events in Gloucestershire

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6 ways you can support Cheltenham Animal Shelter in its 100th year

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7 exciting things to do at Gloucester Quays in 2026

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15 special ways to treat your mum for Mother's Day in Gloucestershire

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10 Gloucestershire literary legends

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12 reasons to visit Batsford Arboretum in every season

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25 fun places to take the kids when it rains in Gloucestershire

The Gloucestershire Family Bucket List

The Gloucestershire Family Bucket List

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Gloucestershire Easter guide

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Gloucestershire nurseries guide

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Gloucestershire independent schools guide

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Voting for Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026 now open

Voting for Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026 now open

County Council 'welcomes' £4 billion boost for SEND support in schools

County Council 'welcomes' £4 billion boost for SEND support in schools

Major refurbishment underway at Oxstalls Sports Park in Gloucester

Major refurbishment underway at Oxstalls Sports Park in Gloucester

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'It's conservation in action' – WWT Slimbridge's grounds manager on creating emotional connection through landscape

'It's conservation in action' – WWT Slimbridge's grounds manager on creating emotional connection through landscape

'Education is an industry of hope' – the new head of Westonbirt School shares her vision for the future

'Education is an industry of hope' – the new head of Westonbirt School shares her vision for the future

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Win the ultimate kids party for 10 at Clip 'n Climb Gloucester

Win the ultimate kids party for 10 at Clip 'n Climb Gloucester

Ends Tuesday 7 April 2026

With everything from an hour on its fun climbing challenges, to your own space to tuck into pizza, ice cream and squash...