What's on in Bath and Wiltshire in 2012

May

Bath Fringe Festival, a 17 day festival encompassing every aspect of art, drama, comedy, theatre and music.
25 May – 10 June, at various venues in Bath, tel: 01225 463362

The Royal Bath & West Show, a fun day out for the whole family this June featuring some of the country's finest livestock, farming demonstrations, local produce and more.
30 May – 2 June, The Showground, Shepton Mallett, tel: 01749 822200

Bath International Music Festival, a dynamic mix of world-class performances taking place throughout the city.
30 May – 10 June, at various venues in Bath, tel: 01225 463362

Bath Racing & Events - Monday 7th May - Big Bank Holiday Raceday - First Race 2:00pm Last Race 5:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Wednesday 16th May - Spring evening racing - First Race 5:00pm Last Race 8:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

June

Queen’s Jubilee Picnic in the Park, celebrate the Queen's diamond jubilee in Bath where there will be giant screens and musical performances taking place throughout the day.
5 June, Royal Victoria Park, Bath tel: 0870 240 6783

The Bath Motor Pageant, Displays of Vintage, Post Vintage, Historic and Classic Cars and Motorcycles, together with exhibitions, demonstrations and displays.
23-24 June, Bath Racecourse, tel: 01225 463362

Wiltshire Jazz Festival – The musicians at the 2012 Wiltshire Jazz Festival are some of the best you will hear anywhere in the world and they represent different genres of jazz. Saturday 9th June 2012, Jesses, Snow Hill, Dinton, Wiltshire, SP35HN Gates Open at 12:30pm please visit http://www.wiltshirejazzfestival.co.uk/ for further information.

Bath Racing & Events - Friday 8th June - The Bath Ales Real Ale and Jazz Racenight - First Race 6:30pm - Last Race 9:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Saturday 16th June - Super Saturday in association with Brandon Trust - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Wednesday 27th June - Summer Party Racenight - First Race 6:00pm - Last Race 9:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Iford Arts Festival takes place in the exquisite Grade 1 listed Harold Peto garden of Iford Manor, just 6 miles outside of Bath. The award winning garden and its intimate and unique performance spaces combine to make a magical experience. In this captivating, intimate setting, opera performances (Seraglio, Falstaff and Susanna) in English are staged in-the-round for an audience of 90 in the miniature Italianate cloister. Festival dates: 8 June – 11 August. Iford Manor. Iford. BA15 1BA
GENERAL BOOKING - c/o Theatre Royal Box Office Tel: 01225 448844 www.ifordarts.co.uk

July

Roman Baths by Torchlight, relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1 July – 31 August, Roman Baths, Bath tel: 01225 477785

Bath Americana Festival, The South West’s favourite festival of American folk music focusing on bluegrass and Appalachian music with a special celebration of the banjo.
4-7 July, American Museum, Bath, tel: 01225 463362

Bath Guitar Festival, Europe’s number one guitar festival returns for its 19th extravaganza.
20-27 July, at various venues in Bath, tel: 01225 463362

Sulis Sound Track: Festival of Music and Sport, the sensational Jools Holland will be headlining the festival alongside his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
21 July, Bath Racecourse, tel: 01225 463362

Bath Racing & Events - Thursday 19th July - Summer Party Racenight - First Race 5:00pm - Last Race 8:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Thursday 26th July - Summer Afternoon Racing - First Race 2:10pm - Last Race 5:10pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

August

Bath Folk Festival
Attend a live gig or learn to play an instrument at various workshops.
13-19 August, at various venues in Bath, tel: 07881646633

Bath Racing & Events - Friday 3rd August - Cider Festival Racenight - First Race 5:00pm - Last Race 8:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Tuesday 7th August - Summer Afternoon Racing - First Race 2:10pm - Last Race 5:10pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Tuesday 14th August - Summer Afternoon Racing - First Race 2:10pm - Last Race 5:10pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Thursday 23rd August - Bath Rugby Summer Holiday Raceday - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

September

The Jane Austen Festival
A selection of events taking place to celebrate the life and work of Jane Austen.
14-22 September, at various venues in Bath, tel: 01225 443000

Bath Racing & Events - Saturday 1st September - Ladies day sponsored by McArthurGlens Swindon Designer Outlet - First Race 5:30pm - Last Race 8:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Wednesday 5th September - Summer Afternoon Racing - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Monday 10th September - Autumn Afternoon Racing - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Saturday 15th September - Big Festival Weekend - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Sunday 16th September - Big Festival Weekend - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

October

Bath Racing & Events - Monday 1st October - Autumn Afternoon racing  - First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

Bath Racing & Events - Sunday 21st October - Oktoberfest Season Finale- First Race 2:00pm - Last Race 5:00pm www.bath-racecourse.co.uk

November

Bath Christmas Market - A unique shopping experience in the heart of Bath City centre. 22nd November - 9th December 2012 - Bath Abbey Churchyard