Planning a trip to Cornwall? Here are some of the biggest festivals, food events, cultural celebrations and seaside experiences taking place across Cornwall.
Whether you're into live music, food festivals, surfing, sailing, local culture or simply enjoying Cornwall's spectacular coastline, Summer 2026 offers something for everyone.
AUGUST
📍 Boardmasters Surf & Music Festival – Newquay
📅 5–9 August
Cornwall's biggest summer festival, combining world-class surfing at Fistral Beach with major music performances overlooking Watergate Bay.
📍 Newquay Sessions – Newquay
📅 Throughout August
A series of free seaside music events and sunset sessions.
📍 Pete Tong at Lusty Glaze Beach – Newquay
📅 22 August
One of Cornwall's most popular beach music events.
📍 Cornwall Folk Festival – Wadebridge
📅 27–30 August
Four days of traditional folk music, dance and Cornish culture.
📍 Tunes in the Park – Port Eliot Estate
📅 27–30 August
Family-friendly music and entertainment over the Bank Holiday weekend.
SEPTEMBER
📍 Kernowfornia Festival – Looe Beach
📅 4–6 September
A unique beach music festival featuring live bands, local artists, family activities and a spectacular seaside atmosphere.
📍 Lizard Sea Shanty Festival – The Lizard
📅 4–6 September
A free community festival celebrating Cornwall's maritime heritage with sea shanties, food and entertainment.
📍 Little Orchard Cider & Music Festival – Healeys Cyder Farm, Penhallow
📅 11–13 September
One of Cornwall's most popular autumn festivals, combining live music, local cider, food and family fun.
OCTOBER
📍 Halloween Events Across Cornwall
📅 Throughout October
Pumpkin trails, spooky experiences, family attractions and seasonal celebrations take place throughout the county.
📍 Autumn Food & Harvest Festivals
📅 Throughout October
Enjoy seasonal food markets, harvest celebrations and local produce events across Cornwall's towns and villages.
🍁 October is also one of the best months for coastal walks, quieter beaches and stunning autumn scenery.
NOVEMBER
📍 Newquay Christmas Lights Switch-On – Newquay
📅 27 November
A festive evening featuring live entertainment, Christmas markets, fireworks and the official illumination of the town's Christmas lights.
📍 Christmas Markets Begin Across Cornwall
📅 Late November onwards
Many Cornish towns start their festive celebrations with artisan markets, seasonal food and family entertainment.
DECEMBER
📍 Cornwall Gold Christmas Market – Tolgus, near Redruth
📅 3–7 December
Festive shopping, local traders, seasonal food and Christmas entertainment.
📍 Cornwall Christmas Market – Wadebridge
📅 11–13 December
One of Cornwall's largest Christmas markets featuring local producers, festive gifts and family attractions.
📍 Mousehole Christmas Lights – Mousehole
📅 Throughout December
One of Cornwall's most famous festive traditions, with the harbour illuminated by thousands of lights.
📍 Montol Festival – Penzance
📅 Around the Winter Solstice
A traditional Cornish midwinter celebration featuring music, folklore and local customs.
📍 Christmas in St Ives – St Ives
📅 Throughout December
Festive markets, beautiful decorations and seasonal events throughout the town.
All event details, venues, dates and times are subject to change. All information are provided for reference only and cannot be guaranteed. Please double check before you visit.