What’s On in Bath 2012...

There is always a host of wonderful events taking place in Bath which justifies its reputation as "a city of festivals”.

Click here to view 12 reasons to visit Bath in 2012 - BTP Press Release

March

Bath Comedy Festival , This exciting programme will take place in a fantastic selection of venues and will spill out onto Bath's historic streets in a hubbub of anticipation and laughter.

29 March – 7 April, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

April

Bath in Fashion , Bath in Fashion gears up for an action packed week of catwalk shows, talks, exhibitions and workshops.

15-21 April, various venues.

May

Bath Music Festival , A dynamic mix of world-class performances taking place throughout the city.

22 May – 2 June, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

Party in the City , The biggest free show in Bath... with folk, rock, pop, choral, jazz, electronic, brass and many more.

24 May, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

Bath Fringe Festival ,  programme bursting with theatre, dance, music, visual arts, comedy, children's festival, street theatre and circus.

24 May - 9 June, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

Royal Bath & West Show , One of the oldest surviving agricultural shows in England and the only four day show will be held for the 150th time in 2013.

29 May - 1 June, Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, tel: 01749 822000

June

Bike Bath 2013 , Bike Bath 2013 is a unique opportunity for anyone to train for and complete a cycle ride in and around the beautiful city of Bath.

22-23 June, tel: 0844 879 3750

July

The Roman Baths by Torchlight , Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.

1-31 July, Roman Baths, tel: 01225 477785

Bath Guitar Festival , Europe’s number one guitar festival returns for its NEXT extravaganza.

19-29 July, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

August

Bath Folk Festival , Attend a live gig or learn to play an instrument at various workshops.

12-18 August, various venues.

Ladies Day Sponsored by McArthurGlen's Swindon Designer Outlet , The pinnacle of Bath's annual calendar. Dress to impress: a day for posh frocks & hats.

31 August, Bath Racecourse, tel: 01225 424609

September

Jane Austen Festival , A selection of events will take place to celebrate the life and work of Jane Austen.

13-21 September, various venues, tel: 01225 443000

Bath Festival of Children's Literature , Festival fun with authors, illustrators, storytellers and poets.

27 September – 6 October, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

October

Great Bath Feast , The city of Bath will be going all foodie this autumn with ‘The Great Bath Feast.’

1-31 October, various venues, tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p/min)

November

Bath Mozartfest , The Mozartfest celebrates the maestro’s music, and that of his contemporaries.

8-16 November, various venues, tel: 01225 463362

Bath Film Festival , A celebration of great cinema, with screenings and events across Bath.

14-24 November, various venues, tel: 01225 401149

Bath Christmas Market , a unique shopping experience in the heart of Bath city centre.

28 November - 15 December (TBC), Abbey Churchyard, tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p/min)