Local Festivals
Bromyard is renowned for its vibrant local festivals, which are abundant despite its small size. From music festivals to cultural and historical events, there is something for everyone on our events calendar.
Visitors from all over the world are welcomed to join in the lively celebrations and immerse themselves in the local culture.
We take pride in our community’s love for festivals and look forward to sharing the experience with seasoned Bromyardians and newcomers alike – Come and join us in celebrating the unique spirit of our town!
Nozstock the Hidden Valley
Step aside Woodstock, Nozstock is where it’s at! Similar to the famed festival, Nozstock was started by a fun-loving family and their friends. It has since seen the likes of the Wu Tang Clan, Jurassic 5, Chase & Status and recently Bill Bailey and Sister Sledge.
Musically, there’s something for pretty much any taste. From pop to ska and folk, funk, soul, indie, drum and bass, psytrance and house. On top of that there are many art and entertainment exhibits on and between the eleven stages. Nozstock goes beyond mere entertainment, and encourages festival goers to participate, contribute and become part of what makes the festival.
At first glance, you may think that the event only caters to the hedonistic party crowd, but you’d be mistaken. Families with their little ones, teens, students, seasoned festivalites, party-starters and grandparents are all encouraged to take part in the annual shenanigans.
Dates: 18th – 22nd July 2024 – LAST EVER NOZSTOCK!
What started as a small gathering of folk enthusiasts in 1968 has grown into a festival showcasing folk artists from near and far. Attended by thousands of visitors each year, the local festival is known for its wide range of entertainment. From traditional ceilidhs and shanty sessions to live performances and more.
Beyond music there are a number of workshops held each year, covering anything from upcycled musical instrument making to acquiring circus skills. Foodies also get their fix with food stalls serving dishes from all around the world.
Dates: 5th – 8th September 2024
Get your tickets here!
Bromyard Folk Festival
Bromyard ARMED FORCES DAY
Bromyard is hosting this year’s Armed Forces Day for the whole of Herefordshire. Come along and show your support for our Armed Forces.
– Watch the Military Parade through the town and wave your Union Jack flags
- 12 noon: Military Parade leaves Tenbury Street car park and parades through the town
- 12:30 pm: St Peter’s Church service
- 1pm: Military Parade back through the town to the Town Green
- 1 pm: Face painting & activities on Town Green
Throughout the day – Military Vehicles on display in the Market Square
– Shops & cafes open throughout town to support the day and visitors
EVENT DATE: 29th June 2024, from 12pm to 5pm
Find more information here!
The Bromyard Scarecrow Festival, a unique and captivating event, brings together creativity and community spirit. Every year, a new theme inspires participants to craft scarecrows that reflect song/book titles, landmarks, or significant occasions. These imaginative creations are scattered throughout the town and showcased in shop windows.
The festival boasts engaging competitions, including a cryptic clue challenge for both adults and children. A panel judges the scarecrows, selecting the most outstanding ones to receive cash prizes.
This year’s theme is: Occupations
Dates: Friday 14th June, 7pm – Grand Parade through Bromyard Town, Saturday 15th June & Sunday 17th June, 10am-5pm ‘Guess the Occupations Competition’
Scarecrow Festival
Bromyard Pride
Bromyard Pride is a new festival for Bromyard and stand for ONE community.
Friday: Opening of Pride Weekend – Conquest Theatre
Saturday: Crafternoon for kids
Saturday Evening: Bromyard Drag’s Race, Dungeon & Drag Kings & Live Entertainment
Sunday: Bromyard Pride at the Market in the Square
Dates: 5th-7th July 2024
Get your tickets here!
A team entirely made of volunteers build and erect the Christmas lights in Bromyard every year. The group has been in operation for nearly sixty years.
Our current members are a mix of people who are new to us, to those who are second and even third generation Christmas lighters, and some who have been involved since the 1960’s. We all share the same passion of making Bromyard shine.
They operate as a non-profit making Company, “Limited by Guarantee”, known as the “Bromyard Christmas Lights Association Ltd”.
Dates: 2024 Switch-on TBC
Bromyard Christmas Lights
