A group of performers playing traditional instruments and wearing traditional hanseatic outfits on Tuesday Market Place.

Events

Discover the huge range of events going on all year in west Norfolk. Whatever your interest, there is something happening in the area to suit you.

Event organisers can add local events to Visit West Norfolk through our online form

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Our listings give a shining light on colourful events across the west Norfolk area that hold a strong tourist or visitor appeal. If you are holding (or looking for) a service, local consultation or other regular community-focused meeting or event beyond our scope, please do visit the links for externally-managed local community event platforms here: King’s Lynn on Eventbrite, Discover King’s Lynn What’s On, Downham Market Town Council, and What’s On in Hunstanton.

Looking for year round inspiration? Check out our Email Newsletters page for past events in our three towns, coast and countryside.

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    Dalegate Market Pop Up Shops 2

    Dalegate Market, Burnham Deepdale
    Open: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

    North Norfolk Coast shopping that’s not on the high street from local producers & artisans. Dalegate Market will host four artisans & producers in the beach huts each week.

    Pop Up Shops change every week at Dalegate Market. You’ll usually find four new and interesting Pop Up Shops, in the beach huts behind The Nest Cafe, from Thursday to the following Tuesday each week throughout the Summer and weekends in the run up to Christmas.

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    Plant Lovers’ Day at Creake Abbey

    Creake Abbey, Fakenham
    Saturday 16th May 10:00 – 16:00

    Plant Lovers’ Day, now in its 19th year, welcomes specialist garden nurseries from across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex as well as leading nurseries from further afield, to showcase their best quality plants. Excellent-value herbaceous perennials, annuals, bulbs, shrubs, climbers and a wide selection of popular plants such as roses, will be on offer. Visitors are invited to buy direct from the nurseries or pre-order specific plants with collection on the day. As always, the public is encouraged to take full advantage of the advice and inspiration on offer from the region’s leading plantsmen.
    Dogs are welcome on leads throughout the site, the event area and in the café and shops.

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    Call Me John

    The Workshop, King’s Lynn, London Road
    Saturday 16th May 19:30

    John is worried he will be forgotten after he’s passed on.
    When his troubled grandson comes to visit, he decides to share his life story, hoping to inspire him.
    But can John’s history really connect with the “youth of today”?

    Reflex Theatre revives this local tale of love, conflict, loss and hope that spans generations and beyond.

    There will be a post-show discussion with the cast and director after each performance.

    Nominated for two 2024 Norfolk Arts Awards (New Writing & Theatre Award)

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    RAF Bircham Newton Heritage Centre – Open Day

    RAF Bircham Newton Heritage Museum, Bircham Newton
    Sunday 17th May 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 31st May 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 14th June 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 21st June 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 12th July 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 26th July 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 9th August 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 16th August 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 30th August 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Monday 31st August 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 20th September 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 27th September 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 11th October 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 25th October 2026: 10:00 – 16:00
    Sunday 8th November 2026: 10:00 – 16:00

    The Bircham Newton Heritage Centre has a unique collection of memorabilia from the former Royal Air Force station’s past service, which spanned more than 44 years, including two world wars and the Cold War…

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    Mini Museum Club: Travel

    Lynn Museum, KING’S LYNN
    Thursday 21st May 10:30 -11:30 am

    Once a month, under 5s and their families are invited to explore Lynn Museum with a variety of activities, trails, songs, games and stories. These sessions have a different theme each month, and are specially designed for early years learning, allowing young children the chance to explore the museum in their own way. In May, explore all the different ways you can travel, from cars and trains to boats and planes.

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    Classic French Pastries & Desserts Workshop

    Satiate Artisan, Beeston
    Friday 22nd May – Friday 12th June 18:30 – 21:30

    Master the art of French pastry one session at a time!

    Join our immersive 12-hour hands-on pastry workshop, thoughtfully designed over 4 engaging sessions (3 hours each).

    Throughout the sessions, you’ll build confidence in essential baking skills, all within a supportive, creative environment that encourages experimentation and personal flair.

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    Ringstead Artists Exhbition

    Ringstead Village Hall, Ringstead
    23rd – 26th May 10:00 – 17.00 daily

    From Saturday 23rd May to Tuesday 26th May, four Ringstead-based artists will be presenting a vibrant mix of abstracts, landscapes and still life as part of this year’s North Norfolk Open Studios. We are Helga Joergen, Barbara King, David Lendrum and Cass Wedd. Expect a colourful display of artwork embracing the experimental, interpretive and reflective, all produced with an array of mediums including acrylic, watercolour, photography, print, collage and sculpture.

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    Discover Sailing – Ouse Amateur Sailing Club

    Ouse Amateur Sailing Club, Saddlebow
    Sunday 24th May 13:00 – 16:00

    Come along to discover dinghy sailing at OASC (PE34 3AW) – either to have a taste of sailing for the first time, or maybe have a go at something you have not done for a while. Our friendly, experienced sailors will be on hand to help you on the water. Bring a change of clothing, and a towel, and soft soled suitable shoes.

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    Games Through the Ages Family Event

    Lynn Museum, KING’S LYNN
    Thursday 28th May 10:00 – 16:00

    Can you master ancient knucklebones, play Tudor skittles, tackle Nine Men’s Morris, and explore retro toys? Find out in Lynn Museum’s Games Through the Ages family event for all ages!

    Booking is recommended.

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    Brick Galaxy Adventure Day with the Vancouver Quarter

    Lynn Museum, KING’S LYNN
    Thursday 28th May 10:00 – 15:00

    Collect a Galactic Passport Trail from the Vancouver Quarter and get 50% off your visit to Lynn Museum, including the May The Toys Be With You exhibition. Plus, explore fun space crafts inside the museum.