Talks and history events in Leicester 2026: What's On & Tickets

Tomorrow27 October

All day
Lemn Sissay - Let the Light Pour In LIVE
CurveTalks & History
All day
Renegades, Rebels and Rogues – Outlaws in Medieval Leicestershire by Mathew Morris
GuildhallTalks & HistoryJoin archaeologist Mathew Morris and find out more about Leicestershire’s real medieval outlaws
16:00
WORD!Fest
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryWe now have more details to share on our amazing afternoon and evening sessions with our friends from Word! Help us celebrate this years Word!Fest by booking your place: online, over the phone or in p
17:00
Leverhulme Trust Lecture 1: Feeling and Sensing Heritage in an Indian Weaving Community
Attenborough ArtsTalks & HistoryMain Hall

Wednesday28 October

13:30
The history of allotments
Braunstone LibraryTalks & HistoryPart of our Green Libraries week programme of events. Allotments are now more popular than ever – but there has always been more to them than producing food or flowers. Author and social historian, Cy
17:30
Home Design Talk: The Colour Edit
John LewisTalks & HistoryLearn how to use colour blocking at home, to showcase your sense of style. Tickets £5.00
18:30
An evening with Arathi Menon
Highfields LibraryTalks & HistoryPart of our Green Libraries Week and Black History Month programme of events. Join award-winning author and columnist, Arathi Menon, as she talks about her debut literary fiction novel, Da, the story
19:00
An evening with Gerard Alfonzo Daley
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryPart of our Green Libraries Week and Black History Month programme of events. Join acclaimed writer, Gerard Alfonzo Daley, as he reads from his award-winning novel, The Book of Erin, followed by an au

Friday30 October

22:00
Halloween Screamfest – Friday 30th October 🎃 BOOK NOW 🎃 ALLFRIGHTER TILL 5AM 🎃 [LAST 50 £5 TICKETS]
2FunkyTalks & History

Saturday31 October

All day
Hidden Histories: Ghosts of the Old Town at Halloween *SOLD OUT*
GuildhallTalks & HistoryWith tour guide Shaun Knapp
13:00
Junior Book Club + Board Games
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryJoin us for our Junior Book Club, where each month a new theme is discussed. Plus enjoy our board game cafe - Whether you're a first-time player or a future board game champion, there's a game waiting

Monday2 November

All day
At the Going Down of the Sun by Denis Kenyon
GuildhallTalks & HistoryA talk on the work of the 'At Risk War Memorials Project'

Tuesday3 November

18:45
The Story Tree
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryA relaxed space for adults to enjoy oral storytelling. Come along to tell or just to listen. It's free and all are welcome. Refreshments provided, pay what you feel. Delivered by the Leicestershire Gu

Friday6 November

11:00
Lancôme Skin & Makeup Masterclass
John LewisTalks & HistoryJoin Spela, Make-up Pro- Artist for a skincare & makeup masterclass. Tickets £10.00
15:30
Lancôme Skin & Makeup Masterclass
John LewisTalks & HistoryJoin Spela, Make-up Pro- Artist for a skincare & makeup masterclass. Tickets £10.00

Tuesday10 November

All day
Leicester Castle – The Castle the City Forgot by Mathew Morris
GuildhallTalks & HistoryJoin archaeologist Mathew Morris to find out more about the Leicester Castle’s history and archaeology.

Monday16 November

11:30
YSL Makeup Masterclass with Louisa
John LewisTalks & HistoryFind your perfect makeup match with YSL Tickets £10.00

Tuesday17 November

19:00
Telling 'Tails': the fascinating history of Leicester Animal Aid
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryJoin us for an evening with author, Sue Ablett, as she talks about the process of researching and writing the book 'Telling More 'Tails'' and her involvement with the charity. Also expect a few furry

Friday20 November

18:00
Space Lates - November
Space CentreTalks & History

Saturday21 November

14:00
How to build the perfect winter capsule wardrobe
John LewisTalks & HistoryMeet your personal styling team and explore their latest fashion finds for your Winter Wardrobe. Tickets £10.00
16:00
Treetorial: How To Style & Decorate Your Tree This Year
John LewisTalks & HistoryJoin our Home Design Stylists as they show you how to curate your dream tree theme this Christmas. Tickets £10.00

Monday23 November

All day
Consecrated to Peace by Denis Kenyon
GuildhallTalks & HistoryA talk by Denis Kenyon

Tuesday24 November

All day
The Archaeology of Leicester Market by Joseph Peters
GuildhallTalks & HistoryFind out more about the recent archaeological dig at Leicester Market

Saturday28 November

All day
Steam with the Team Guided Tour November 2026
Abbey Pumping StationTalks & HistoryCome and join an exclusive Tour of the Beam Engine in action
13:00
Junior Book Club + Board Games
Central LibraryTalks & HistoryJoin us for our Junior Book Club, where each month a new theme is discussed. Plus enjoy our board game cafe - Whether you're a first-time player or a future board game champion, there's a game waiting
16:00
Treetorial: How To Style & Decorate Your Tree This Year
John LewisTalks & HistoryJoin our Home Design Stylists as they show you how to curate your dream tree theme this Christmas. Tickets £10.00

Wednesday2 December

18:00
How to build the perfect winter capsule wardrobe
John LewisTalks & HistoryMeet your personal styling team and explore their latest fashion finds for your Winter Wardrobe. Tickets £10.00

Saturday5 December

16:00
Treetorial: How To Style & Decorate Your Tree This Year
John LewisTalks & HistoryJoin our Home Design Stylists as they show you how to curate your dream tree theme this Christmas. Tickets £10.00

Wednesday9 December

11:30
YSL Makeup Masterclass with Louisa
John LewisTalks & HistoryFind your perfect makeup match with YSL Tickets £10.00
16:30
YSL Makeup Masterclass with Louisa
John LewisTalks & HistoryFind your perfect makeup match with YSL Tickets £10.00

Saturday12 December

All day
Santa at the Guildhall
GuildhallTalks & HistoryFestive experience for ALL ages. Join Santa, Elves and Mr Dickens on a magical history tour at Leicester Guildhall
16:00
Set the Perfect Table for Christmas Masterclass
John LewisTalks & HistoryLearn how to lay the perfect table for this year’s gathering. Tickets £10.00

Monday14 December

16:00
Set the Perfect Table for Christmas Masterclass
John LewisTalks & HistoryLearn how to lay the perfect table for this year’s gathering. Tickets £10.00

Thursday17 December

All day
Hidden Histories: Ghosts of the Old Town at Christmas
GuildhallTalks & HistoryWith tour guide Shaun Knapp
18:30
The Dead Speak: a talk by Thomas Coyle MNZM
Belgrave LibraryTalks & HistoryThe real world of forensic fingerprints, crime and investigation. Join us for an entertaining and informative presentation about the reality of forensic investigation, drawing on cases and experiences

The Leicester Events Guide

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