What's On in Burton-on-Trent
Markets, festivals, charity events and community activities across Burton-on-Trent, collected from verified Local Gazette reporting and ordered by date.
Dates checked by the newsroom
Upcoming events in Burton-on-Trent
Verified local events with a published date. Past and undated announcements are not included.
Saturday, 12 September 2026
Pale Waves to headline free Sonic Boom festival in Burton this weekend
Sonic Boom returns to Burton upon Trent on Saturday 12 September with Pale Waves, local performers and free shows across the town centre.
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Free cost-of-living support event to be held at Burton Town Hall
Residents can get advice on bills, benefits, housing, work and wellbeing at a free drop-in event in Burton on Wednesday 23 September.
Official event listings
Start with East Staffordshire council news and the town's visitor or events pages — they list markets, seasonal festivals and council-run activities with dates and venues.
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More community and charity events
Local Facebook groups, parish councils and community centres often promote fundraisers, fêtes and sports fixtures before they appear anywhere else. Our Burton-on-Trent news section covers civic, cultural and charity events as dates are confirmed.
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