Now is not the time for tourism
We look forward to welcoming visitors to Norfolk in future, but now is not the time. We ask people not to come while the country endures the pandemic and until it is safe again.
The government has said "people should avoid travelling unless it is essential". Essential travel, the Department for Health and Social Care said, "does not include visits to second homes, camp sites, caravan parks or similar, whether for isolation purposes or holidays".
For residents and people who are already here, please act responsibly and conform to government guidelines of social distancing and staying at least 2 metres away from others.
Please assume that all events are either cancelled or postponed for the forseeable future whether or not they are still on our website and please stay safe.
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Visit Norfolk has the most comprehensive listings of What's On in Norfolk
REASONS TO VISIT NORFOLK...
Apr 2-19 - Wild Play Days at Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Boots on, it’s time to play! Become a nature detective this holiday with natural camouflage, a muddy play area, river dipping and natural crafts and games. Details
Apr 2-19 - Really Wild Easter at NWT Cley Marshes
Activities led by our team will vary across the week and will include viewing items from our natural history collection under microscopes, bird feeder and plant pot making, decorating your own plastic-free bag, plus many more crafty activities. Details
Apr 2-19 - Easter Duck Quest at WWT Welney Wetland Centre
Explore the weird and wonderful world of ducks while you search for our giant yellow ducks in stunning wetlands. Details
Apr 2-19 - Easter Egg Trail at Sheringham Park
The Firecrest trail is a buggy and wheelchair friendly route which leads you amongst the flowering camellias and early rhododendrons of the wild garden. For the adventurers amongst you, the Buzzard trail will take you on undulating paths to the wilder areas of the park. Details
Apr 4-18 - In the Picture! Easter Holidays at Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Get your Sm-ART-y pants on this Easter as we go art-tastic! Take the time travel challenge through our galleries and see if you can go Around the Art World in 30 minutes. Plus, create your own masterpiece in our Artists Studio and get 'In The Frame' at our selfie station! Details
Apr 4-19 - Easter Eggspress at Bure Valley Railway
Free Easter Egg for every child on completion of our Easter trail. Details
Apr 10-13 - Easter at Holkham Hall
There’s plenty to get your paws stuck into, with performances of the classic children’s tale The Velveteen Rabbit in Holkham Hall, storytelling in the walled garden, and a special cuddle corner where children can meet rabbits, skinny pigs, and other cute creatures. Details
Apr 10-13 - Easter Egg-Venture Trail at NWT Hickling Broad
Take part in the wildlife Easter Egg-venture Trails, crafting activities and free use of the explorer bum bags. Details
Apr 10-13 - Special Easter Boat Trips with Broads Tours
Head on board the large passenger trip boats for a special trip, where children can take part in a fun Nature Quiz, don’t forget to listen carefully to the Skippers commentary and hunt around the boat for clues! Details
Apr 10-13 - Easter Treasure Hunt at Hoveton Hall Gardens
Come and enjoy the Easter trail around our lovely gardens, follow the clues around the garden and answer the puzzle at the end to receive an Easter Egg prize. Details
Apr 11-12 - Easter Food Fair at Holkham Hall
Join local and regional artisan producers, showcasing their best produce for visitors to try, and buy this Easter. Details
May 8-10 Folk on the Pier at Cromer
Nineteen highly talented acts plus an extended Fringe Festival will ensure Cromer's Folk on the Pier festival will be offering twenty of the best for 2020. Details
May 8-24 - Norfolk and Norwich Festival CANCELLED
One of the oldest arts festivals in the country and one of the biggest returns to venues across the city and county. More details
May 16-17 - Crab and Lobster Festival
A lively weekend celebration of two fine North Norfolk coastal towns, Cromer & Sheringham. Details
May 17 - Mammoth Marathon at Sea Palling
Marathon competitors will set off at 9.30am from the idyllic seaside village of Sea Palling and then follow the coast road through many scenic villages, finishing in Sheringham. Details
May 21-24 - Houghton International Horse Trials
The Saracen Horse Feeds Houghton International Horse Trials incorporating the FEI Nations Cup has it all; exhilarating sporting action, a spectacular setting, entertainment for young and old, plus shopping at over 70 trade stands. Details
June 21 - Run Sandringham
Brand new for 2020, Run Sandringham looks forward to welcoming hundreds of runners of all abilities and ages to the Royal Estate, to run a Half Marathon, 5K or Community Mile, and will aim to raise many thousands of pounds for good causes. Details
July 1-2 - Royal Norfolk Show
Two days of the year when the county comes together at The Showground. Details
July 4, 5 - Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival
Head to Great Yarmouth's seafront for an array of classic and contemporary vehicles will be lining up to star in our seafront spectacular. Details
July 11-Oct 31 - Dippy the Dinosaur at Norwich Cathedral
Norwich Cathedral is preparing to host a prehistoric guest in summer 2020 when the Natural History Museum’s iconic dinosaur cast Dippy pays a four-month visit. Details
July 18 - Little Mix at Holkham Hall
The world’s biggest girl band will perform to fans in the beautiful surroundings of the Palladian hall. Details
July 19 - Run Norwich
The ever-popular city centre 10k returns. There are no places left but join the city centre fun with the runners and their families and supporters.
July 19-Aug 1 - King's Lynn Festival at King's Lynn
King's Lynn Festival, now in its 70th year, continues to provide high-quality performances of classical music, recitals, choral performances, jazz music, talks, walks, exhibitions and films. Details
July 25-26 - Worstead Festival
Worstead Festival is a celebration of rural life, farming, and the crafts, produce and heritage. Details
July 26-Aug 1 - Holt Festival
During festival week, briefly and dazzlingly, Holt is home to musicians, poets, actors, dancers, artists and comedians. Details
July 31-Aug 9 - Wells-next-the-Sea Carnival Week
Entertainment for all the family from live music, outdoor film screening, raft & duck race to painting competitions, food & craft events and sandcastle competition. Details
July 31-Aug 11 - Sheringham Carnival Week
Events and fun activities throughout the week. Details
Aug 8 - Ibiza Classic Concert at Blickling Hall
Classic Ibiza will take the Blickling crowd on a magical rollercoaster ride of dance music's most iconic tracks reinvented by the Urban Soul Orchestra. Details
August 30 - World Crabbing Championships
Head along to Cromer Pier to take part. Will you be world champion? Details
Sept 12-13 - Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival
Join in the fun on historic South Quay when a mix of traditional and modern maritime vessels will be moored for visitors to admire and go aboard, plus lots of entertainment for the landlubbers. Details
Sept 19-20 - North Norfolk Railway 1940s Weekend
Events take place on the North Norfolk Railway stations at Sheringham, Weybourne and Holt, and in Sheringham and Holt town centres. Don't forget to dress up! Details
Nov 6-Dec 23 - Thursford Christmas Spectacular
One of the largest Christmas shows in Europe returns. Get your tickets early! Details
EVENTS ALL YEAR ROUND
January
Enjoy the Winter Wildlife Safari of migrating birds, England's largest seal colony, as well as the Festival of Swans at Welney
February
It's half-term - all the attractions are open again and King's Lynn Lumiere lights up the town
March
April
You'd be a fool not to visit with Cromer crabs back in season. And don't worry about April showers - most of our attractions have inside facilities
May
Events to enjoy include the Norfolk & Norwich Festival, Broads Outdoor Festival and Cromer and Sheringham Crab and Lobster Festival
June
The longest days let you stay on the beach all day and eat al fresco in the evening. Oh, it's the Royal Norfolk Show too!
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