9 November 2026
Everything you need to know about the Bedford River Festival and its events in along the River Great Ouse in Bedford.
When is the Bedford River Festival?
The Bedford River Festival is usually in July but dates are subject to change each year.
One of the country’s largest events, The Bedford River Festival normally happens every two years, with music, entertainment, arts & crafts & fun for all the family along Bedford’s embankment. It is the second largest free two-day event in the UK after Nottinghill Carnival and attracts c 30,000 people.
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