04/08/2026
There’s still plenty to look forward to in Norfolk! ☀️
From carnival parades and free seafront fireworks to family-friendly country shows, Norfolk’s summer calendar is packed with memorable days out.
Save this post for your next visit and make one of our three Mackenzie Hotels your base for exploring the very best of the county:
🏨 The Dales Country House Hotel
🏨 The Links Country Park Hotel
🏨 The Sea Marge Hotel
And looking ahead to September, the much-loved Sheringham and Holt 1940s Weekend offers another wonderful reason to visit the North Norfolk coast.
Please check individual event websites before travelling, as programmes and timings may change.
Wells Carnival
31 July–9 August 2026
Ten days of summer fun in Wells-next-the-Sea, with live music, family activities, competitions and community events. The main Carnival Day and parade take place on Saturday 8 August.
Great Yarmouth Big Wednesday Fireworks
5, 12, 19 and 26 August 2026
Enjoy an evening beside the sea before a spectacular free fireworks display lights up Great Yarmouth’s famous Golden Mile.
Cromer Carnival
15–21 August 2026
One of North Norfolk’s biggest summer celebrations returns with arena entertainment, stalls, family activities, a funfair and the colourful Carnival Day parade on Wednesday 19 August.
The Aylsham Show
Monday 31 August 2026
Spend the Bank Holiday at Blickling Estate enjoying family entertainment, livestock and farming displays, food, shopping and trade stands. It’s also a dog-friendly day out.
Sheringham and Holt 1940s Weekend
18–20 September 2026
Step back in time with vintage fashion, music, vehicles and community celebrations across Sheringham, Holt and the North Norfolk Railway. Railway activities take place on 19 and 20