Best known as a fishing port, Newlyn comes to life with cookery demonstrations by top local chefs and the Cornish Fishmonger of the Year competition. There are three music stages plus arts, crafts and great kids entertainment so come along and join in the fun.
Town smothers itself in bluebells and gorse as adults dress up in top hats and lace gowns and dance with 1,000 children in and out of houses, while dragons wrestle and the town band bellows out that tune that Wogan stole.
Some people consider going barefoot to be 'a bit hippy' but until you've spent an afternoon barefoot and fancy-free, you won't know what you're missing. The National Trust have cottoned on to this fabulous feeling and based a festival around it so come kick off your shoes.
Penzance erupts in a riot of colour, music and mayhem to fanfare in the summer solstice. It climaxes with Mazey Day, when the town rocks to the rhythm of a carnival of huge mythical creatures, street music, local artisans and a feel-good factor that lasts long into the night.
A week in July celebrating community arts leading up to Lafrowda Day. The festival is a registered charity to 'advance education in art and culture' through open workshops and processions
Marghas Yow Day is held in July and is a fiesta of music, magic, games and good old fashioned fun, in the town famed for St Micheal's Mount - a spectacular backdrop to the day.
Penzance comes to life with processions, parades, music and dance. It all kicks off at 10am sharp so don't be late!
Celebrate the Midwinter Solstice with people who know how to have a good time. Montol kicks off nine days before Christmas and involves fires on beacons and dancing round flames - all very Wicker Man. Confront the Lord of Misrule and Chalk the Mock, whatever it means.
Local novelists alongside nationally-known headline guests, it's all about books. There are also workshops and shows on writing, drama, plays, poetry and tours of the library and town.
This annual event brings together a festival of food and music from the local area. With stalls, a marquee, music and arts you will find something for everyone here!
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29 May 2014
Best known as a fishing port, Newlyn comes to life with cookery demonstrations by top local chefs and the Cornish Fishmonger of the Year competition. There are three music stages plus arts, crafts and great kids entertainment so come along and join in the fun.
17 March 2011
Town smothers itself in bluebells and gorse as adults dress up in top hats and lace gowns and dance with 1,000 children in and out of houses, while dragons wrestle and the town band bellows out that tune that Wogan stole.
Some people consider going barefoot to be 'a bit hippy' but until you've spent an afternoon barefoot and fancy-free, you won't know what you're missing. The National Trust have cottoned on to this fabulous feeling and based a festival around it so come kick off your shoes.
Penzance erupts in a riot of colour, music and mayhem to fanfare in the summer solstice. It climaxes with Mazey Day, when the town rocks to the rhythm of a carnival of huge mythical creatures, street music, local artisans and a feel-good factor that lasts long into the night.
A week in July celebrating community arts leading up to Lafrowda Day. The festival is a registered charity to 'advance education in art and culture' through open workshops and processions
Marghas Yow Day is held in July and is a fiesta of music, magic, games and good old fashioned fun, in the town famed for St Micheal's Mount - a spectacular backdrop to the day.
Penzance comes to life with processions, parades, music and dance. It all kicks off at 10am sharp so don't be late!
Celebrate the Midwinter Solstice with people who know how to have a good time. Montol kicks off nine days before Christmas and involves fires on beacons and dancing round flames - all very Wicker Man. Confront the Lord of Misrule and Chalk the Mock, whatever it means.
Local novelists alongside nationally-known headline guests, it's all about books. There are also workshops and shows on writing, drama, plays, poetry and tours of the library and town.
This annual event brings together a festival of food and music from the local area. With stalls, a marquee, music and arts you will find something for everyone here!