Events in Coventry: People to see, Places to go.
Whatever time of year you put a pin in your calendar, Coventry’s events programme is packed with excitement. From electrifying stadium gigs and concerts featuring major artists, to local talent and intimate performances, to inspiring theatre productions and thought-provoking cultural events; there’s always something happening.
Music lovers can rock the night away with live gigs at The HMV Empire, or descend on the city for the legendary Godiva Festival, while petrolheads can rev up for the thrilling street action of MotoFest. Theatre buffs can immerse themselves in the world-class performances at the Belgrade Theatre, and enquiring minds can explore the learning through workshops and exhibitions at Warwick Arts Centre.
For the sports enthusiast, why not cheer on top flight men’s and women’s football at the Coventry Building Society Arena, or glide gracefully across the rink at Planet Ice. Maybe you’ll want to join exciting fitness challenges like the Coventry Half Marathon or take up the baton at Warwick University athletics track. After all that activity you might want to indulge your foodie cravings with mouth-watering experiences at Coventry’s Vegan Festival and vibrant street food events: who knows what your new favourite go-to will be.
While summer welcomes colourful Caribbean carnivals, street performances, and outdoor cinema nights, as the seasons turn colder, so the celebrations hot up. The city lights up a winter wonderland with Christmas markets and festive fun for all the family.
With a year-round programme of unforgettable events, Coventry is bursting with experiences waiting to be discovered.
