Cheltenham Festivals

Cheltenham Festivals Bringing joy, sparking curiosity, connecting communities and inspiring change year-round with our Jazz, Science, Music and Literature Festivals🎵🧬📚
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Like many cultural organisations, Cheltenham Festivals is a not-for-profit organisation registered both as a charity and as a company limited by guarantee. It is responsible for the annual Cheltenham Jazz, Science, Music and Literature Festivals. It also runs extensive education and outreach programmes, many to local schools and communities. Cheltenham Music Festival 2 – 9 July 2021
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The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 8 - 17 October 2021
Cheltenham Jazz Festival 27 April - 2 May 2022
Cheltenham Science Festival 7 - 12 June 2022

We end day four with a brand new Champion 🏆🧪Congratulations to Tony O’Sullivan, who wowed the judges with a lyrical th...
05/06/2026

We end day four with a brand new Champion 🏆🧪

Congratulations to Tony O’Sullivan, who wowed the judges with a lyrical three-minute performance and will now go on to represent the UK at the International Final 🇵🇱

This year’s finalists have been an absolute joy to watch, reminding us that science communication can be inspiring, entertaining and unforgettable ✨

Tonight’s final also carried special significance. The prizes were presented by the grandson of Frank Burnet, co-founder of Cheltenham Science Festival and the visionary behind FameLab - the world’s longest-running science communication competition 🔭

Frank’s legacy lives on through every curious mind that steps onto the FameLab stage and tonight felt like a fitting celebration of everything he helped create 💙

Congratulations to Tony, our finalists and everyone who continues to prove that science is for everyone 🥳

05/06/2026

Crime Scene Cleaner Hacks 💦

We asked Ben Giles, after years of cleaning crime scenes, if he had any tips for tackling a stubborn stain at home 🧼

His answer? Keep it simple.

⚠️ Fair warning… this one involves body fat.

Turns out, when you’ve spent years cleaning up the unimaginable, you learn that the simplest solutions are often the best.

We’ve got that Friday feeling ✨🧪Tonight, our Interactive Zones stay open from 6–9pm for an After Hours you’re invited to...
05/06/2026

We’ve got that Friday feeling ✨🧪

Tonight, our Interactive Zones stay open from 6–9pm for an After Hours you’re invited to (18+ only).

The FREE Jetstream Stage lands from 6pm with The Science of Inflatables, followed by cocktails, music and a chance to explore the Festival after dark 🍸🎶

Will you be joining us?

📍 Imperial Gardens
⏰ 6–9pm
🎟️FREE | After Hours 18+

05/06/2026

The World Cup kicks off in less than a week ⚽

But before the first whistle blows, we’re exploring the science behind the game 🧪

Earlier this week, brought football physics to life in a demo-packed event, exploring how footballs defy physics thanks to something called the boundary layer

Now it’s the grown ups turn 👀

Join us at 6pm for How to Win the World Cup and discover the science, strategy and psychology behind footballing success 🏆

Few tickets remain – grab yours via the link in bio

Today, 10 finalists will take to the stage and inspire in just 3 minutes 🧪✨Ten outstanding science communicators from ...
05/06/2026

Today, 10 finalists will take to the stage and inspire in just 3 minutes 🧪✨

Ten outstanding science communicators from across the UK compete for the title of FameLab UK Winner 2026, each delivering fast-paced, unforgettable talks designed to inspire, intrigue and amaze.

An evening of big ideas, bold explanations and brilliant entertainment — hosted by hilarious local comedian and non-scientist ✨

Deciding this year’s winners are chemist Ijeoma Uchegbu, physicist Jeff Forshaw and writer Sascha Pare, with live entertainment from the one and only Stefan Gates 🌍

It’s a sold-out event this evening and we can’t wait to see who takes the win and goes on to represent the UK at the International Final 🏆

Before the big night, the finalists explored the Festival Village — taking on challenges in the Arcade and seeing if they could crack the codes set by GCHQ and HMGCC 👾🔐

Big ideas. Big stakes. Big science.

It's Friday and is heading into the weekend at full speed 🚀From the story written in our DNA to the mysteries of space...
05/06/2026

It's Friday and is heading into the weekend at full speed 🚀

From the story written in our DNA to the mysteries of space and cutting-edge discoveries to the hidden secrets that come alive after dark – today's programme is packed with fascinating ideas 👀

Plus, don't forget to pop along to the Festival Village later today for After Hours – a FREE night of creativity, music and science for over 18s

🎟️ Head to the link in bio to book tickets and browse the full line-up

05/06/2026

It’s day four of ✨

Maybe the best things are the ones you never thought were for you.

And on , what better place to spend it? 🌍

REMINDER 📣
Tonight, our FREE Interactive Zones stay open late 6-9pm for After Hours (18+), with the Jetstream Stage open to all bringing the entertainment and The Alchemist serving cocktails and mocktails 🧪🍸

Come and explore. See where your curiosity takes you.

📍 Imperial Gardens
🎟️ Link in bio for tickets

04/06/2026

We just had to find out how to get a good night’s rest ahead of a jam-packed weekend 😴💤

We spoke to to ask the question: can you actually catch up on sleep?

The answer? Your brain is already doing it for you 🧠✨

That’s a wrap on day three (no scrolling before bed!!) 🛌

04/06/2026

📣 We interrupt this Science broadcast to share a sneak peek at something exciting... 👀
 
Since 1945, thanks to your support, we’ve been changing lives through culture. And now it’s time for the Next Chapter 📚
 
Next week we look to the future and launch our 2026 - 30 strategy and today we shared a look at what’s to come with some of our partners, patrons, volunteers, community groups and more ✨
 
Keep your eyes peeled next week to find out more about what’s next for Cheltenham Festivals... 📖

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