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Preston City Centre Events 2025

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Prepare for an action-packed year in Preston City Centre.

With an exciting array of things to see and do in 2025, get ready to enjoy your favourite annual events that will undoubtedly keep you entertained and exploring the city you love.

From the vibrant Preston Pride parade, to the electrifying RockPrest, the wonderful and colourful Preston City Mela, and music pumping Preston Weekender, there are endless activities to look forward to in our bustling City Centre!

Stay informed about upcoming events with our comprehensive What's On calendar.

City Centre Events Guide

Feel free to download and take with you our Visit Preston City Centre Events 2025 (PDF, 783 KB) so you don't miss out!

Supporting Preston Community Arts and Culture Events

Take a look at the Preston Community Arts and Culture Sponsorship to see how local businesses can support something close to your heart, provide social value and promote your business to audiences across Preston.

Easter Egg Rolling

21 April: Preston's annual Egg Rolling event is back this Easter Monday, complete with entertainment for all ages...

The Preston Bank Holiday Weekender

4 - 5 May: The Preston Weekender is back for a bank holiday with an amazing line-up...

VE Day Beacon Lighting Event

8 May: A poignant VE-Day 80th Anniversary civic event...

Caribbean Carnival

25 May: Celebrating the flamboyant and creative Caribbean culture within the city with a procession through the City Centre...

Young Jazz in the Square

31 May: Young Jazz is back in Preston to bring you exceptional music on Winckley Square...

Jazzin The Park 2025

7 June: A free live music event that brings together diversity and community through music and art...

Race for Life and Pretty Muddy

7 June: Raising money for Life-saving Cancer Research with a race at Moor Park...

Windrush Festival 77

22 June: A long running festival full of history and remembrance at Preston's Avenham and Miller Parks...

Rockprest

28 - 29 June: The UK's largest tribute act festival at Moor Park is a fantastic day out for the whole family...

Preston City Mela

13 July: A vibrant celebration in Moor Park of South Asian arts, culture, tradition, and heritage...

Victory Over Japan Day (VJ Day)

16 August: Pay tribute to the heroes of World War 2 and celebrate 80 years of courage, sacrifice, and resilience...

Preston City Wrestling

16 August: Preston City Wrestling descends upon the crowds at the Bus Station Apron this year...