Originally a small fishing village, the most westerly town of Cornwall, Penzance, has grown over the centuries into a large, vibrant town and an exceedingly popular tourist destination.
The annual Golowan Festival takes place in Penzance in mid June, offering an eclectic programme of open-air theatre, musical performances and a vibrant fun fair. The event runs for a full week and encompasses the quirky Mazey Day Parades where locals and tourists can witness colourfully decorated floats and be entertained by a host of street performers including musicians, storytellers and choirs.
Many visitors pay a special visit for the Newlyn Fish Festival held on the late-August bank holiday weekend. Celebrating Cornwall’s rich fishing heritage and associated culture, the event features produce stalls, RNLI demonstrations and plenty of live musical entertainment.
In December, Penzance’s Montol Festival comprises six days of events celebrating Cornish traditions and the midwinter solstice. Visitors will be treated to a collection of carol concerts, mummers’ plays (traditional English folk performances), lantern and mask-making workshops, and strolling bands.
All year round, Penzance’s charming Acorn Theatre plays host to a range of creative performances including theatre, dance, music, films and choirs. Occupying a beautiful former Wesleyan Methodist chapel, the venue holds a special place in the hearts of locals and regular visitors alike.
Fans of digging up historical curiosities about Cornwall should pay a visit to Penlee House Gallery and Museum, where fascinating exhibits tell stories of Cornish heritage as well as offering talented artists a platform to showcase their work.
Comedy, Theatre
Sun 28th May, 2023
The Acorn, Penzance
£13 — £15
Family, Theatre
Sun 28th May, 2023
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£9 — £42
Outdoor, Theatre
Wed 31st May, 2023
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £32
Outdoor, Spoken Word, Theatre
Wed 31st May, 2023
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £32
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Live Music
Thu 1st Jun, 2023
The Acorn, Penzance
£9 — £12
Outdoor, Theatre
Thu 1st Jun, 2023
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£8 — £36
Family, Theatre
Fri 2nd Jun, 2023
The Acorn, Penzance
£8 — £10
Art, Community
Fri 24th Feb, 2023 — Sat 3rd Jun, 2023
The Exchange Penzance, Penzance
Art, Community
Sat 11th Feb, 2023 — Sat 3rd Jun, 2023
Newlyn Art Gallery, Penzance
£4 — £7
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Live Music
Sat 3rd Jun, 2023
The Acorn, Penzance
£16 — £18
Live Music, Outdoor
Sat 3rd Jun, 2023
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£7 — £45
Community, Film
Sat 3rd Jun, 2023
Praa Sands and District Community Centre, Penzance
£4 — £6
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Tregonebris Old Farm, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Ingrid Sofrin, Rinsey Lane, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Chapel Street Studio, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Redwing, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Noel Betowski, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Polteggan House Studio, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Garden Studio, Penzance
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Sea Moor Cornwall, Penzance
