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.
Cornish & Heritage, Outdoor
Sun 18th Apr, 2021
A mobile display driving main roads in West Cornwall, Penzance
£0 — £0
Comedy, Theatre
Thu 20th May, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
Live Music
Sat 22nd May, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£8 — £8
Live Music
Sun 23rd May, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
Cornish & Heritage, Live Music
Fri 28th May, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£10 — £10
Cornish & Heritage, Live Music
Sat 29th May, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
Family, Theatre
Tue 1st Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£9 — £42
Cornish & Heritage, Theatre
Thu 3rd Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£6 — £28
Live Music
Thu 3rd Jun, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
Cornish & Heritage, Theatre
Fri 4th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£6 — £28
Live Music
Fri 4th Jun, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
Comedy, Theatre
Sat 5th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £30
Community, Live Music
Sat 5th Jun, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£10 — £10
Live Music, Outdoor
Tue 8th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£10 — £10
Live Music, Outdoor
Sun 13th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£8.50 — £8.50
Outdoor, Theatre
Wed 16th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £30
Live Music, Outdoor
Fri 18th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£12 — £12
Live Music, Outdoor
Sat 19th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £26
Outdoor, Theatre
Thu 24th Jun, 2021
Penlee Park Theatre, Penzance
£5 — £26
Live Music
Thu 24th Jun, 2021
Acorn Penzance, Penzance
£12 — £12
