2026, 2027 and 2028 Regional Events in the United Kingdom

British flag bunting on a tree line
British flag bunting on a tree line Chris Boland / unsplash

2026, 2027 and 2028 Regional Celebrations

Each of the four regions within the UK have their own celebrations and festivals. Many date back hundreds of year with each town or city having its own traditions and preparations for the event. Depending on where you are, these events differ but are still celebrated by everyone in the United Kingdom. Comprising England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, some of the most notable days are those of the Patron Saints. The Saint for each country is different, which makes it all the more interesting. Additionally, similar days are celebrated throughout the UK; they may just go by different names.

If you're looking for universal days to celebrate in the UK, then there are certainly plenty of them. In February, you've got Valentine’s Day, although if you're looking for something a bit different, then the Welsh also have their own special day of love at the end of January. Important religious days such as Easter, Shrove Tuesday, and Christmas are all celebrated across the UK. However, for the majority of the population these have become less about religion and more about chocolate and gifts, so bear that in mind when you join in the celebrations. For a more sombre day, Remembrance Sunday in November is respectfully celebrated in all countries.

Of course, you may be looking for events that are a little bit different. With that in mind, each country has its own specific cultural, music and sport festivals to enjoy. The best part about all of this is that, whatever the month, there is always something to celebrate in the UK. Most cultural events revolve around food, music, dance, and include those which celebrate different times of the year, such as the summer/winter solstice, and even those which date back to pagan times, such as Samhain or Halloween. Joining in at such events is always easy, with newcomers always welcomed with open arms. The UK loves showing off their heritage.

Photo credits: Rodw, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Glastonbury Festival) ; wbayercom / CC-by (Second January Bank holiday) ; Jrtorerenuiarua, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Celtic Connections) ; Evelyn Hollow, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Burns Night) ; TuK Bassler / CC BY-SA 4.0 (Dydd Santes Dwynwen) ; jrigol / Flickr CC-by (Jorvik Viking Festival) ; Garry Knight / Flickr CC-by (Autumn / Winter London Fashion Week) ; © aldbera / instagram (Glasgow Film Festival) ; Carine06 from UK, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Cheltenham Festival) ; Tom Brogan / CC-by-nd (Glasgow International Comedy Festival) ; Magnus D / Flickr CC-by (The Boat Race) ; Melody Ayres-Griffiths / Unsplash (Tartan Day) ; vegaseddie / CC-by (The Grand National) ; St George's Day Parade 2017 by Gerald England, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (St. George's Day) ; Geoff Henson / Flickr CC-by-nd (London Marathon) ; © ontheroadwithroyalsalute / instagram (Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival) ; Gary Hodge, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Cheltenham Jazz Festival) ; Steve Graham / Flickr BB-by (Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival) ; Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Highland Games) ; Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Machynlleth Comedy Festival) ; Phil King / Flickr CC-by (Liverpool Sound City) ; Andy Li, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons (Brighton Festival) ; Ardfern, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Belfast Marathon) ; PAUL, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (North West 200) ; Jersey Tourism / CC-by (Liberation Day) ; © Omagh Academy Showjumpers / Facebook (Balmoral Show) ; Rosalie Thorne McKenna, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Dylan Thomas Day) ; peter_curb / Flickr CC-by (Hay Festival) ; © Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough / Facebook (Ballyclare May Fair) ; michael warren / CC-BY 2.0 (Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake) ; Karen Roe, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Chelsea Flower Show) ; jonypixel / CC-by (Senior Race Day) ; Geof Sheppard, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (RideLondon) ; monkeywing from London, UK, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Epsom Derby) ; Conradder, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Belsonic) ; Jon, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Trooping the Colour) ; Roger Kidd, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Man versus Horse Marathon) ; M.o.B 68 / Flickr CC-by-sa (Royal Ascot) ; Liz Murray, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Isle of Wight Festival) ; alljengi / Flickr CC-by-sa (Royal Highland Show) ; Justin Smith / Flickr CC-by-sa (Wimbledon Tennis Championships) ; rowfotos / CC-by (Henley Royal Regatta) ; Oliver Ayala / Flickr CC-by (Alice’s Day) ; Russell Trow / Flickr CC-by (Wales Airshow) ; Public domain (Tynwald Day) ; Jonathan Cardy, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Hampton Court Garden Festival) ; Tomorrow Never Knows, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Round the Island Race) ; Public domain (Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day)) ; Steven Newton / Flickr CC-by (The Open Golf Championship) ; Shawn Spencer-Smith / Flickr CC-by-nd (Bristol Harbour Festival) ; Public domain / Flickr (Royal Welsh Show) ; mike george from London, UK & NL, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Camp Bestival) ; 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angelganev / CC-by (Summer bank holiday) ; Matthew Lewis / CC-by (Blackpool Illuminations) ; tormentor4555, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons (The Braemar Gathering) ; © Heritage Open Days (Heritage Open Days) ; Andrew_Writer / Flickr CC-by (Jane Austen Festival) ; The wub, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Open House London) ; Conor Lawless, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (Great North Run) ; Rob Bogaerts / Anefo, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons (Roald Dahl Day) ; Garry Knight / Flickr CC-by (Spring / Summer London Fashion Week) ; ssongki / CC-by-nd (London Design Festival) ; © letsgoletsgo_adventures / instagram (Belfast International Arts Festival) ; © eventwaterltd / instagram (Cheltenham Literature Festival) ; gordonplant / CC-by (Cardiff Half Marathon) ; Bex Walton from London, England, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons (BFI London Film Festival) ; XCalPab / CC-by-sa (World Conker Championships) ; © Bath Pizza Co / Instagram (FilmBath) ; © Bryn Kentish / instagram (Sŵn Festival) ; Andy Newcombe / CC-by (London Jazz Festival) ; 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