Happy HODs 2024 - Many events are fully booked, but there are 180+ drop-in events to discover!

The festival is here!

Explore, Experience, Enjoy

Discover hundreds of free events taking place in Norfolk Friday 6 - Sunday 15 September 2024. Unique stories, fascinating places, brilliant history, and experiences you'll never forget... the Norfolk Heritage Open Days festival has something for everyone to enjoy!

Drop-in events

There are hundreds of drop-in events part of this year's Norfolk HODs programme.

Explore what's on in Norfolk where you can just show up and enjoy. From free entry to your favourite museums, to exclusive exhibitions, to exploring behind the scenes at theatres. There's so much to discover!

Plan your HODs experience by Norfolk district

With nearly 300 events taking place in Norfolk alone for this year's festival, we've highlighted just a few and grouped them by Norfolk district so you can plan a fascinating (and free) day out! Happy history hunting!

60 Years of RSPCA Mid Norfolk & North Suffolk

The RSPCA Mid Norfolk & North Suffolk marks their 60th anniversary in 2024, and as part of their celebrations will be holding an exhibition at The Forum for Norfolk Heritage Open Days from Tuesday 10 - Sunday 15 September.

Tell us what you thought!

Have you experienced a Norfolk HODs event this year?

We would love to hear what you thought, and have the opportunity to share any feedback you may have with us.

There's also a prize draw for £50 & £25 high street vouchers!

Support Norfolk HODs

Norfolk Heritage Open Days is coordinated by The Forum Trust, a registered charity. By donating, you're helping us to continue to deliver Norfolk Heritage Open Days - so everybody can enjoy free events celebrating the history of our county.

Booking opens Monday 19 August!

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