Swindon Borough Council

Summer events at Lydiard Park
Enjoy a packed summer programme at Lydiard Park, with family activities, live entertainment, theatre, festivals and more.
Events include Armed Forces Day, the Swindon Balloon Festival, open air theatre and activities at Lydiard House Museum.
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Upcoming events
Paulo's Circus
19th June 2026 - 28th June 2026
Enter the world where world-record breakers meet mechanical marvels as Paulo's Circus takes centre stage at Lydiard…
Birds of Prey
20th June 2026
Experience the thrill of nature up-close in the historic Walled Garden at Lydiard Park.
Comic Con
20th June 2026
Join us for Comic Con 2026, where celebrities from the big and small screen will once again descend on Swindon as the…
Ken White Week at Lydiard House Museum
20th June 2026 - 28th June 2026
Lydiard House Museum is celebrating the life and work of talented Swindon artist Ken White (1943 - 2025) with a special…
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