Things to Do in Cornwall – July & August 2025
Summer is the perfect time to explore everything Cornwall has to offer. From beachside music festivals and colourful carnivals to classic agricultural shows and outdoor theatre, July and August 2025 are packed with unforgettable events. Staying at Perran Springs Holiday Park puts you in the ideal location to discover it all!
1. Liskeard Show – A Taste of the Country Life
Date: Saturday, 12 July 2025
Location: Merrymeet, near Liskeard
One of Cornwall’s top agricultural shows, offering a mix of livestock displays, craft stalls, horse jumping, and delicious local food. A brilliant day out for the whole family!
2. Sterts Theatre Summer Season – Outdoor Arts at Its Best
Date: Throughout July & August
Location: Upton Cross, Bodmin Moor
Enjoy live theatre under the stars at Sterts’ covered amphitheatre. From musicals to comedies and Shakespeare, this cultural experience is perfect for a summer’s evening.
3. Stithians Show – Cornwall’s Big Day Out
Date: Monday, 14 July 2025
Location: Stithians Showground
One of the largest one-day shows in the UK, packed with entertainment including motorbike displays, food tents, livestock competitions, and family activities.
4. Rock Oyster Festival – Food, Music & Wellness
Date: 18–20 July 2025
Location: Dinham House, near Wadebridge
This vibrant festival combines top chefs, live music, yoga, and wellness by the water. Expect big flavours, big beats, and fun for all ages.
5. Fowey Royal Regatta – Historic Maritime Fun
Date: 17–23 August 2025
Location: Fowey Harbour
A traditional Cornish regatta featuring sailing, parades, fireworks, and the famous Red Arrows flyover. A week of celebrations by the sea.
6. Boardmasters Festival – Music, Surf & Beach Culture
Date: 6–10 August 2025
Location: Fistral Beach & Watergate Bay, Newquay
Boardmasters is Cornwall’s biggest summer festival, combining world-class live music with pro surfing competitions, skateboarding, yoga, and beach vibes. Set across two stunning coastal locations, the main music arena at Watergate Bay hosts huge international acts, while Fistral Beach becomes a hub of surf action and coastal culture.
What to Expect: A packed line-up of chart-topping artists, DJs, wellness activities, and one of the best festival atmospheres in the UK – all just a short drive from Perran Springs.
7. Mount Edgcumbe Classic Car Show & Fair
Date: Sunday, 4 August 2025
Location: Mount Edgcumbe Country Park
Over 800 classic cars, live music, food trucks, and family fun—all set in a beautiful coastal park with stunning views across Plymouth Sound.
8. Camborne Show – Community & Countryside
Date: Saturday, 19 July 2025
Location: Gwealavellan Farm, Camborne
A friendly local show with animals, crafts, children’s games, and traditional fairground rides. A slice of authentic Cornish life.
9. Launceston Castle Outdoor Theatre
Date: Selected dates in July & August
Location: Launceston
Watch classic tales like Robin Hood or A Midsummer Night’s Dream performed in a historic Norman castle setting. Magical evenings guaranteed!
10. Summer Art Trails & Exhibitions
Date: Throughout Summer 2025
Locations: St Ives, Newlyn, Truro, Falmouth & more
Explore Cornwall’s thriving art scene. Visit open studios, local exhibitions, and famous galleries like Tate St Ives and Newlyn Art Gallery. Discover coastal creativity in every corner of the county.
Stay at Perran Springs Holiday Park
Whether you’re heading to a beach festival or a countryside show, Perran Springs offers the perfect base to enjoy Cornwall in summer.
Peaceful, family-friendly holiday park near Perranporth
Spacious camping, touring, and motorhome pitches
Private fishing lakes, nature trails & modern facilities
Minutes from Cornwall’s best beaches & attractions
Book your summer break today and experience the magic of Cornwall in 2025!