The ten day festival is here!

Book tickets

Thousands of tickets have been booked and many events are now at capacity. There are still some talks, screenings, tours and workshops with places available! If tickets for events are returned, they will become available again on the website. Don't forget there are over 240 amazing drop-in events at brilliant venues & locations across Norfolk taking place throughout the festival - Fri 12-Sun 21 September 2025.

What's On

Hundreds of venues, organisations, private homes and gardens have thrown open their doors for FREE for ten-days (12-21 Sep) to reveal and celebrate the very best of the county’s rich history and heritage.

Drop-in Events

Did you know there are over 240 events taking place during this year's festival that require no pre-booking at all? From free entry to your favourite museums to special exhibitions, to exploring behind the scenes at theatres. There's so much to discover!

Silver Wings: The US Army Air Forces in WWII Norfolk

Explore Norfolk's rich wartime history, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII, and the influence of the United States Army Air Forces with a free programme of talks, guided walks, film screenings, and activities.

What's On Today

Discover what's on each day in Norwich, and you can just drop-in!

Get your Norfolk HODs 2025 brochure now!

There's hundreds of free events in Norfolk.

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Norwich Highlights

The City of Stories is full of hidden gems, an abundance of churches and two cathedrals to get lost within.

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King's Lynn & West Norfolk Highlights

A wonderful maritime town, surrounded by charming, unspoilt countryside and coast.

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