Fabulous family fun to be had at Frome Festival

Frome Festival is back from 4th to 13th July 2025 with its most ambitious and wide-ranging programme to date. This much-loved annual celebration of arts, culture, and community continues to grow in scope and imagination, bringing together world-class performers and local talent across the town.

Musical highlights this year include performances from the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, acclaimed songwriter and producer Guy Chambers (most well-known for his work with Robbie Williams), the Miki Berenyi Trio (formerly of Lush), Tom Moth (harpist with Florence + The Machine), Gary Stringer (Reef), Rokia Koné (from Les Amazones d’Afrique), and the dynamic Hackney Colliery Band.

The family-friendly programme includes free events for children funded by Frome Town Council, with enchanting performances of The Elves and the Shoemaker and Bin Rat. The council has also supported Teabreak – a lively show in the town centre designed for the whole family to enjoy together.

Festival-goers can also enjoy the return of cherished community events such as the Hidden Gardens, the Frome Open Art Trail, and the Food Feast.

This year’s theme, Frome’s historic textile industry, is woven through the festival’s branding, artwork, and a variety of textile-inspired events. These range from the traditional, for example weaving and woad dyeing workshops, to the contemporary, such as a themed AR (Augmented Reality) history quest and a silent disco comedy walk.

With close to 200 events, there is something for everyone! These include theatre, film and exhibitions alongside children’s events, free events, music, comedy, workshops, talks, walks, literary, quizzes, dance, science, garden tours, food and drink, a fashion show and quirky events such as a ghost tour.

A free printed festival brochure is now available from the Town Hall, Discover Frome Information Point and other local outlets. The full programme can be found on our What’s On page, or at www.fromefestival.co.uk.