City of Leicester College

What's On This Summer?

Leicestershire is a beautiful county with a rich history and culture. There is something for everyone in Leicestershire, from stunning countryside and historic villages to world-class attractions and events.

There is always something happening in Leicestershire. Take a look at some of the key events below.

In Leicester for less than a Day?

Here for less than a day?

Morning, Afternoon and Evening Ideas

Fitcation

Take part in thrill-seeking challenges, learn a new sport or just have active family fun in a beautiful county with over 70 miles of waterways and a 200 square mile National Forest and a city with the latest in leisure and active entertainment facilities.

Fitcation

In Leicester for a Day or More?

Here for a day or more?

24 & 48 Hour Break Ideas & Information

Leicester Caribbean Carnival

Leicester Caribbean Carnival 2024 welcomes everyone to Victoria Park, Leicester, on the 3rd August. Their theme for this year is “Freedom for All”. The Carnival village will be open from 10am and activities begin with the official Opening Ceremony at De Montfort Hall on the Granville Road entrance at 12 noon.

Caribbean Carnival Information & Activities

Purchase Tickets

Leicester Mela

On 17 & 18 August 2024, in association with Leicester City Council, Leicester Mela are inviting the whole of the UK to experience a glittering mix of live music, dance, food, fashion arts and culture at the Leicester Mela Festival. Indulge in delicious Indian cuisine from across the Indian subcontinent and shop till you drop in our famous Mela Bazaar. Enjoy a whole host of free South Asian arts and cultural activities throughout the city centre and experience electrifying live entertainment on the main stage. Join Leicester Mela, along with a few celebrity guests, for a free, fun-filled day out for the whole family! Supported by Leicester City Council.

https://www.leicester-mela.co.uk/

Summer Food Festival

Set to be the biggest food event of the year, the Leicester Food Festival will be making its debut this August, in Abbey Park on the 10th & 11th, creating a paradise for food and drink lovers.

With a diverse range of cuisines from local traders and beyond, including street food vendors, bars, local brewers, cocktails, and array of sweet treats. In addition, enjoy live local music, entertainment, workshops, tastings, talks, children’s cooking classes, a circus school and other fun activities for all the family.

Summer Food Festival Information

Book Tickets

An Indian Summer

An Indian Summer was born to share the sights, sounds and wonders of South Asia
in the heart of Britain!

Their mission is to celebrate the shared culture between the Indian subcontinent and the UK - nurturing exciting artistic collaborations and educating people from all walks of life about the past, present and future of our global community.

Festival Date - 9th - 11th August 2024

An Indian Summer Information

Cosmopolitan Arts

Cosmopolitan Arts Festival

Celebrate Leicester's rich culture with incredible music artists, dance, art, and fun-filled workshops taking over the city centre

Saturday 24th August
1pm - 9pm
Jubilee Square and Clock Tower

For the Love of Jazz

A celebration of all things jazz with some of the best musicians in the industry. From award-winning artists
to emerging talents, enjoy a diverse line-up that caters to all jazz enthusiasts and music lovers.

Saturday 20 July
12noon – 8pm
Jubilee Square

Cultural Events - Bespoke Performances - Exhibitions

Summer Work

Below you will find work that has been set over the summer break to support students retention of knowledge and to help them prepare for the new academic year.

French and Spanish: Guide to using LanguageNut

LanguageNut is a website with lots of different activities to practise French and Spanish.

Year 7

Year 8