What's on in Hinckley?
Your one-stop guide to everything happening in Hinckley Town Centre - BID Events for the year followed by ‘What else is on this month’.
Hinckley BID Events
Hinckley BID organises a whole range of exciting events in Hinckley Town Centre, and thanks to your support they continue to grow in popularity every year! Please visit often to see the very latest information about our events. We look forward to seeing you!
What else is on in the coming months?
Are you a Hinckley BID Member Business with an upcoming event to promote? If so we'd love to share it on our website and email campaigns. Simply email our team with all of the details.
Hinckley & District Museum, Garden and Tearoom
at 30 Lower Bond Street.OPEN in 2025 from Easter Saturday, 19th April, to Monday 27th October, on Saturdays and Mondays (including Bank Holiday Mondays),
Times: 10am to 4pm (last admission 3.30pm).
Admission:
Adults £4 / Children 5+ £1 (Summer event days £2)
Free to Friends of the Museum on production of a 2025 membership card
Minimum charge for group visits by prior arrangement is £30.00
This iconic building is managed and staffed entirely by volunteers, and is operated by Hinckley and District Museum which is a registered charity (no. 1015922).
The museum cottages are the most complete example of half-timbered buildings remaining in Hinckley and date from the seventeenth century, being originally built as a farmhouse. They are of box-frame construction with a tie-beam roof, with brick infill panels of the late 1700s which replaced the original wattle and daub. By the nineteenth century there were three cottages, and these were bought by Colonel Clive Atkins in 1919 and restored and altered to their present appearance between 1927-8. The Hinckley and District Museum has been housed in the cottages since 1996.
Contact for all events and public open days: hinckleymuseum@hotmail.co.uk
Year of Fun EVENTS GUIDE
at Hinckley Town Centre.Our Year of Fun EVENTS GUIDE is a complete listing of all of the town centre events which are free to attend and provided by Hinckley BID and Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council for 2025.
Physical copies are available to collect from The Atkins Building, Hinckley Library and at the Support Sofa in the Britannia Shopping Centre.
Hinckley Jobcentre - Recruitment Event
9:30am to 1:00pm at Hinckley Hub, Rugby Road.This is a great opportunity to meet with employers and organisations who can support your journey back into work.
The event is open to everyone, whether you are unemployed, employed, a graduate, just left school or looking for a career change.
Any employers who wish to attend should contact sue.palmer2@dwp.gov.uk.
Open Event - NWSLC
at NWSLC, Lower Bond Street.Looking to progress in your current role, switch careers, or return to education after time away? North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College is here to support everyone’s journey.
Join them at their Hinckley Campus on Thursday 19th June 2025 from 1.00pm – 3.00pm or 5.30pm – 7:30pm, for their Higher Education Open Event.
There are also a wide range of options available for Adult Learners, so whether you're looking for professional qualifications or hobby and craft courses, there's something for everyone.
Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicle Meet
5:00pm to 8:00pm at Market Place.The first Hinckley BID Classic Vehicle Meet of 2025, returning this year by popular demand.
Anyone with a classic vehicle of any kind who would like to pop along would be most welcome.
Entrance will be from Station Road. Free to enter and visit. Please spread the word to any enthusiast you may know!
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Richard III - The Facts over Fiction
7:30pm to 9:00pm at Hinckley Great Meeting Chapel, Baines Lane.Chairman of the Leicestershire branch of the Richard III Society, Richard Smith, will be in Hinckley to share his insight into this period of history which has huge local relevance.
Admission: Friends of Hinckley & District Museum £1 / Non-members £5 at the door.
Contact for all events and public open days: hinckleymuseum@hotmail.co.uk
Lunchtime Talk - Henry VIII's Six Wives
12:00pm to 1:00pm at HInckley Library, Lancaster Road.Hinckley Library is pleased to host another Lunchtime Talk!
"Henry VIII's Six Wives," a captivating talk by renowned local historian Sally Henshaw.
Everyone is welcome to bring their lunch, and refreshments will be available!
Tickets: £3 for library members, £4.50 for non-members (refreshments included)
Please pre-book: Call 0116 3052500 or speak to a member of library staff
Music in the Mead
1:00pm to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.Lazarou, a four-piece from Hinckley will perform live in Argents Mead, covering modern classics with some originals too.
Concordia Theatre - Costume Sale
10:00am to 4:00pm at Main Rehearsal Room, Concordia Theatre, Stockwell Head.Looking for party costume, or perhaps some vintage clothing? Or even a piece of memorabilia from a past production?
If so, a visit to the theatre's costume sale is a must!
Armed Forces Day and Parade
10:00am to 2:00pm at Hinckley Town Centre.In partnership with the Hinckley combined Armed Forces and Veterans Community, this annual service of celebration will be lead by Churches Together at 11am, along with a parade through the town centre and a display of military vehicles in Argents Mead.
Hinckley's 14th Soapbox Derby
11:00am to 2:30pm at Castle Street.Hinckley BID and Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council's Soapbox Derby is back again for a 14th year!
This is a tremendously fun, family event for the teams and spectators alike. Comprising both a jump or a chicane, it is the driver’s choice as they steam down the 200m Castle Street hill cheered on by the crowds!
Why not Build a Soapbox and compete? Trophies will be awarded for both Senior and Junior categories including Fastest Time, Best Turned Out, Best Novelty, Best Amateur and Most Enthusiastic Junior.
The minimum age of a Junior Team Driver is 12 years. The minimum age of a Senior Team Driver is 18 years.
£30 fee to enter a soapbox - further details can be found on the entry form below.
FREE to spectate. All welcome!
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph the events it hosts and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Music in the Mead
1:00pm to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.Jazzology - The Big Band! Come and enjoy the sounds of jazz from a band with more than ten players, hence the name!
Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicles Meet
5:00pm to 8:00pm at Market Place.The second of Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicle Meets of 2025.
Anyone with a classic vehicle of any kind who would like to pop along would be most welcome. Entrance will be from Station Road. Free to visit and enter!
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Seaside Day
11:00am to 3:00pm at Market Place.Children of all ages will have the opportunity to make a Seaside model to take home using eco-friendly materials. There will also be traditional Punch & Judy shows at 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm. All FREE of charge!!
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Music in the Mead
1:00pm to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.Dean Thomas - Local king of swing and jazz, performing popular covers from the various eras at the bandstand in Argents Mead.
Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Emergency Services Day
11:00am to 3:00pm at The Crescent.Come along and meet the Police and Fire Service, alongside other emergency services teams too. FREE of charge!
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Bike Spectacular
11:00am to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.BMXtras will provide BMX bike stunt shows in Argents Mead at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Cycling advice and entertainment available for children of all ages. Free of charge.
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Allstars Show
11:00am to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.Hinckley BID are pleased to host a day to celebrate the talent of children in the local community. We are delighted to work with a variety of music, dance and performing arts schools, there will be different areas across Argents Mead to showcase live performances.
All the entertainment is free to watch and children will get the chance to have a go and join in the fun.
A full line up will be announced soon.
For more information, please contact info@hinckleybid.co.uk
Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicle Meet
5:00pm to 8:00pm at Market Place.The final Hinckley BID Classic Vehicle meet of 2025 before our big Motor Show on Sunday 21st September.
Anyone with a classic vehicle of any kind who would like to pop along would be most welcome. Entrance will be from Station Road. FREE event.
Please note Hinckley BID reserves the right to photograph they events they provide and share images online and to third parties.
For more information, please email: info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
Past Hinckley BID Events
The following Hinckley BID events have already taken place this year. Visit back often to find out when they will return!
