Events Diary

Saturday 6 June to Sunday 21 June
The North Kesteven Walking Festival offers over 70 led walks over 16 days with something for everyone and every pace. Why not walk somewhere new or join in with an activity! It is an annual celebration of the district’s extensive walking trails. Last year, the festival attracted hundreds of participants, who collectively covered over 200 miles of walking trails. The festival is inclusive of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels, providing a social walking experience that is unparalleled by other events. The festival aligns with North Kesteven District Council’s (NKDC) commitment to physical activity and is an integral part of the Countryside NK partnership with Hill Holt Wood, a charity and social enterprise. Hill Holt Wood maintains over 130 miles of Stepping Out walks in the region and has been organising the festival since 2018. To download the full schedule, visit hiilholtwood.co.uk

Saturday 6 June & Sunday 7 June
Feeling hungry or curious for food ideas to tempt your taste buds? Enjoy a tasty trip to new event ‘Feed Your Face-tival’ at the EXO Centre at the Lincolnshire Showground, open10am–5pm both days. Following the success of the festival’s debut in South Lincolnshire, Feed Your Face-tival is expanding to bring its vibrant celebration of food, drink and creativity to Lincoln. The two-day event will showcase an exciting mix of artisan food producers, street food traders and food related creations from talented makers across the county To find out more, visit lincolnshireshowground.co.uk

Lincoln Rock N Roll Club at the Brant Road Social Club, Rockin The Joint from 7pm until late. A live band every month and a record hop. Playing the original classics and retro Rock N Roll; a haven for dancers of all abilities and a great social evening for all! Entry £10 on the door.

Visit Aubourn Hall Gardens on Sunday 7th June, between12noon and 4pm to enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring beautiful gardens in a charming setting. You’ll discover seasonal planting, mature borders, and thoughtfully designed garden spaces at their summer best. This ‘open garden’ is in aid of the National Garden Scheme, with proceeds supporting a wide range of nursing and health charities. Refreshments will be available, and parking is provided for visitors. Advance booking is recommended, visit tickettailor.com/events/aubourn/2044394

Dogdyke Steam Drainage Station’s Open Day between 12.30 and 4.30pm is an opportunity to see the 1856 Bradley & Craven beam engine as well as enjoy the museum and refreshments, as well as a Model Day, Tombola, Bric-a-brac, Plant Stall and Children's Activities. Free admission but donations warmly welcomed. The postcode for your SatNav is LN4 4JG and What 3 Words is shuttling.unopposed.stunning

On the second Tuesday of every month, the Lincolnshire Co-op is pleased to offer a short guided tour of Uphill Lincoln's Roman and recent history. The tour will include key information surrounding Lincoln's ancient past as guests will visit numerous sites throughout the Bailgate. This FREE tour will be lead by an experienced walk leader as part of the Lincolnshire Co-op's Wellbeing Walk scheme in association with the Ramblers. The walk meets outside the Tourist Information Centre in Castle Square and departs at 2.00pm. The tour will last roughly 45 minutes.

Enjoy learning about Kettlethorpe Hall at a fascinating talk which focusses on transforming an historic house for the 21st century, given by Steve Sacks and Terry Donovan. A strawberry cream tea in the grounds of Kettlethorpe Hall follows! Tickets from Ann Lister by emailing listerann@hotmail.co.uk

SCARL-FEST takes place on the North Scarle Playing Field from 4pm to 11pm. Three live bands and much more. Search Scarl-Fest on Facebook.

As part of the NK Walking Festival, enjoy a Heritage Walk around Heckington. Starting at the Windmill at 2pm, the walk is wheelchair friendly and is 1.2 miles.

Saturday 13 June and Sunday 14 June
Summer Evening Openings at the Dawber Gardens at The Lawn, Union Road, Lincoln. You’re invited to enjoy the garden in the evening light. An art exhibition is included. Free admission. More information on dawbergarden.co.uk

Monday 15 June to Sunday 21 June
An exhibition of embroidery and textile art – called ‘Botanical Bounty’ - will be held in Lincoln Cathedral’s Chapter House from Monday 15 June to Sunday 21 June. Open 10am to 4pm (1pm to 3pm Sunday). Lincolnshire Textiles is a long-established group of textile and embroidery enthusiasts from across the county. ‘Botanical Bounty’ brings together a rich variety of work inspired by the natural world. Leaves, flowers, seeds and organic forms are explored through traditional embroidery, mixed media and experimental textile techniques. While some pieces draw on established traditions, others push materials and processes in new directions, demonstrating how textile practice continues to evolve. For more information visit lincolncathedral.com

Wednesday 17 June & Thursday 18 June
Our county show returns to the Lincolnshire Showground! Enjoy the sights and sounds of everything Lincolnshire does best at the 2026 Lincolnshire Show. Open both days 8am to 6pm. For more information visit lincolnshireshowground.co.uk

Pop along to the Lincoln Cat Care Jumble Sale at the Birchwood Scout Hut, Woodfield Avenue, Lincoln from 12pm to 2pm to see if you can pounce on a bargain whilst helping cats in need!

Enjoy an Open Garden, Sculpture Trail & Plant Sale at 11 The Meadows, Long Bennington from 11am to 4pm. Entry is free & dogs are welcome on a lead. More information on markhodsongardensculptures.wordpress.com

Saturday 20 June to Sunday 12 July
A new exhibition featuring The Papestry by locally based artist Matthew D. Wright. Spanning nearly 6 meters in length, The Papestry meticulously details the buildings lining the iconic Lincoln landmarks of the Bailgate and Steep Hill. Alongside The Papestry is a film featuring the process of creating this stunning piece, as well as some of the stories that were drawn out as a result. The Usher Gallery is open Thursday to Monday, free admission.