Dates

Our dates vary slightly from year to year, but the festival usually falls in March, though some years it might extend into February and/or April. 

Dates for the 2027 Festival

Thursday 11th March 2027 – Saturday 20th March 2027

Closing date for all entries: Saturday 6th February 2027

Speech & Drama: Thursday 11th March – Friday 12th March
Keyboard Music: Monday 15th March – Tuesday 16th March
Instrumental Music: Wednesday 17th March
Singing: Thursday 18th March – Saturday 20th March (Adult Choirs)