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Discover free annual local events led by the Melksham community
The market is an outdoor market, which takes place in the Melksham Market Place on the last Saturday of every month between April and September (excludes August) and can accommodate approximately 25 stall holders.
The Melksham Makers Market operates from 9am – 2pm.
Melksham Carnival is a vibrant annual celebration which bringing the community together in a lively display of creativity and spirit. Featuring floats, music, dancers, and performers from local groups, schools, and organisations across the town. The carnival spirit is celebrated all year round thanks to Melksham’s carnival royalty who are present across the year at a host of community events, through activities like Melksham Rocks and through the carnival committee’s varied fundraising activities which culminates in the parade itself annually each July.
The Melksham Food and River Festival is a vibrant, free community event held annually on the last weekend in August at King George V Playing Field and along the River Avon. Organised by the Festival Committee with support from the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and Wiltshire Youth Canoe Club, the festival celebrates local culture, community spirit, and riverside heritage.
The event showcases a wide array of local food and drink producers, artisans, and start-up businesses, offering visitors the chance to sample and purchase high-quality local goods. With activities and entertainment for all ages—including canoeing, river displays, community group exhibitions, and live music—the festival is a must-visit summer highlight for families and visitors from across the region.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy delicious local fare, explore river activities, or connect with the community, the Melksham Food and River Festival has something for everyone.