Best Things To Do In The UK This Autumn 2026

Running into the autumn with its Bristol, Manchester and Sheffield events is Wing Fest, a whole three days dedicated to all things chicken wings. The festival brings together the finest traders to battle it out across multiple categories, with wings costing £1.50 each so that you can try as many as possible and vote for your favourites.

Aside from that main event, you can get involved further via wing-eating and hot wing contests. Entertainment also comes in the form of everything from BBQ cooking demos to water splash zones, live music and DJs for a real festival feel.

Promising an even bigger and better spectacle than the year before, The Wellington Arms pub is hosting a Fireworks night for the whole family to attend. The display itself will be a sensation, there's no doubt about that, but you can also expect BBQ plates, an indoor and outdoor bar for extra convenience, a live DJ and s'mores that the kids are sure to love. 

You can also purchase sparklers if you've got a little one that's particularly drawn to bright twinkly things. Tickets are just £5.50 for entry and all proceeds go to charity. 

The Brampton Halt's annual fireworks night is returning for 2026, located on the outskirts of Northampton. This is a family-friendly event with an excellent display, with live entertainment from Fat Cat Brass Band.

There'll be indoor and outdoor bars serving a range of hot and cold drinks, alongside a hearty barbecue and hog roast menu. Or if you fancy coming down a little earlier, you can enjoy a meal in the restaurant beforehand.

Taking place in a rural setting, the beautiful farmhouse destination Papple Steading is playing host to a wholesome two-day festival celebrating East Lothian's food, drink and tourism. 

It's free to attend, with the first day featuring market stands with tastings, demos and artisan produce to take home. There will be four ticketed experience to take part in, from a sourdough masterclass and and whisky tasting to a botanical tea blending and wine and cheese pairing session. 

Spend your time sheltering from the changing weather at one of Live Band Karaoke's events across London. Here, you'll get to pretend your the lead singer or solo performer like your favourite artists, belting out all their hits in front of a friendly crowd.

Celebrate autumn 2026 in the UK by donning a suitably orange jumpsuit and diving head-first into an immersive cocktail experience. Alcotraz's prison bars are getting you to smuggle in your favourite liquor, which will be whipped up into bespoke drinks while the drama unfolds - whether you're in London, Cardiff, Manchester or beyond.

Whether you're in Birmingham, Sheffield, Nottingham, Leicester, Derby or Cheshire, Puppy Love Events are bringing you some of the most adorable goings-on this September. Their pooch therapy sessions are all about giving you a dopamine hit while also teaching the puppies how to socialise. Expert dog trainer Jodi Harvey will be leading the group, and you can also enjoy tasty drinks and snacks while you're there.

Whether you're in Nottingham, Leeds, Cardiff or beyond, there's pretty likely to be a UKG BINGO event near you. As the largest bingo brand in the UK, you can expect lively events full of hilarious rounds and other quirky games, all led by your fantastic host. There's also the chance to win some seriously cracking prizes, and you can take part in dance competitions too. Tickets start from just £17 per person, promising all best throwback tunes on top of everything else.

Taking over Après Nightclub on Saturday, the 10th of October 2026, DJ Amit & Aki are spinning a fusion of nostalgic '90s UK Garage basslines and infectious Bollywood rhythms.

The main event? UK Garage royalty Sweet Female Attitude will be taking the mic to perform her iconic, immortal anthem Flowers live. Whether you're looking to bring the warmth back into your crisp autumn weekend with some nostalgia, planning a big group celebration with VIP prosecco packages, or just desperate to sing your heart out, this genre-bending dance party is a fun plan to make. 

Let things take an all-the-more wholesome turn by heading to The Big Bakes in Birmingham or London, where you and your chosen partner will be pitted up against the other ticket-holders. Can you whisk and whip your way to success at these autumn activities for adults? There's only one way to find out.

With venues in Leeds, Manchester and London, Electric Shuffle is a fun activity bar boasting interactive shuffleboard tables where you and your mates can get competitive over all sorts of fun minigames. Their electronic tables count up all your scores for you, capturing the best moments on film. These boozy events promise an entire bottle of prosecco per person, alongside unlimited pizza, while you enjoy an hour of gaming, followed by another hour in the bar.

The reach of Flight Club's social darts brunches is far - we're talking a nation-wide affair here, including in Oxford. So, head to one of their venues to get busy in the oche for an hour, alongside enjoying another 60 minutes in the bar, all while munching on bottomless pizza and sipping a bottle of prosecco each.

Roaring fires, plush seating and traditional interiors; that's what's in store in our capital's cosiest pubs. Not in London? We've also got the lowdown on traditional spots in Brighton, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, Birmingham and Glasgow too.

Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tours are taking over London and Brighton, promising great tunes and even better vibes. Dance your way through the streets while seeing all the sights, led by a hilarious host providing commentary throughout. Enjoy all the best tunes from the 70s right through to present day on your headphones.

YO! Sushi are offering some of the top things to do in autumn across the UK, especially if you're a foodie. Their classes see you put together a range of delicious items, but not before enjoying a special history class, a welcome drink and tasty gyoza.

Established in 1610, The Globe Inn has such a rich history it would be a shame not to share the stories of what's happened here over the centuries. That's why they're hosting a series of tours, teaching guests all about the great poet Robert Burns and how he used to entertain, write and spend many an evening at this historic haunt. 

You can also attend a cocktail and chocolate tasting, cheese and wine afternoon or an almighty Hogmanay feast when that time of year rolls around. 

Game Saints Lincoln turns the city's old Magistrates' Courthouse into an unforgettable escape room adventure. With many of the building's original features still on show, you'll duck and dive through cells and chambers as you plot a way out.

Whether you pit your wits against Mystic Alley, Ripper's Road, In The Slammer or any of the other crime-themed rooms, you'll need the mind of a detective to make it out in time.

With venues in Swansea, Blackpool and beyond, Coyote Ugly is a Nashville-inspired party bar that guarantees a cracking night out. Whatever day of the week it is, you can find something fun going on here.

Their Hoedown Bottomless Brunch takes place every single day, promising 90 minutes of unlimited pizza, prosecco and beer. Plus, you can enjoy dance classes very Saturday, complete with a mimosa reception.

Head to the Digbeth area of Birmingham to discover Luna Springs, one of the city's biggest event spaces. They've got a huge heated and covered outdoor area to bring alfresco dining into the autumn, hosting all kinds of brilliant, themed bottomless brunches, with ABBA hits, RnB classics, karaoke and so much more.

Whether you're in Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham, London or Manchester, Taste + Liquor's food and booze-based events are sure to warm you up or see you partying through these cooler months. Yup, that's RnB, Ayia Napa and throwback-themed brunches for you to enjoy.

Autumn holidays in the UK were made for a quick local getaway. But where to head? Wales' National Parks are calling your name if it looks like the weather will hold, boasting sweeping landscapes, gorgeous walks and cosy inns.

Autumn activities for kids and older don't get much better than pumpkin picking, which also offers some of the best events in the UK this October 2026. Check out our choice of the best farms and patches, including those fronting apple-slinging games, spooky maize mazes and more.

As the seasons change, step back into a world of corsets and candlelight at ROCOCO REVERIE: The Grand Assemblée. As you explore the grounds of the stunning Grade II listed Somerley Estate, you'll explore a series of salons.

Some are lively, some intimate, and each is alive with music, sketch artists and Versailles-inspired decadence. Champagne will flow and a refined sit down dinner will be served. Grab your tickets to this elegant evening from just £185.

That's right, we've selected six of our favourite rambles around this gorgeous city; from wandering along the canal to admiring the red brick buildings of the city centre or trekking nearby country parks. Topping it off? There's pubs, bars and restaurants to fuel up at after these autumn celebrations too.

The best places to visit in the UK in October and other autumn months? Scotland is calling. From the historic streets of Edinburgh to hunkering down in a cosy log cabin or seeing The Glenfinnan Viaduct (a.k.a the setting for that Hogwarts Express scene), this gorgeous country is sure to wow.

As the nights draw in and autumn rolls around, there's no better time to cosy up underground with a drink in hand. Forget your average watering hole - we're talking sandstone sanctuaries, lantern-lit hideouts and crypt-like bars where the atmosphere is as rich as the pours. From secret speakeasies buried beneath Nottingham's historic streets to Brighton's beachfront caves and London's legendary cellars, these subterranean spots are serving up serious character alongside your cocktail.

Whether you're sipping wine by candlelight at Gordon's, soaking up live music beneath The Malt Cross' Victorian arches or uncovering hidden spirits in Nottingham's Lost Caves, these bars are proof that going underground is the ultimate autumn adventure. So wrap up, head down below, and discover the UK's quirkiest cave bars that truly rock.

Widely known as one of the most historical cities and even for dark events of the past, it's no surprise that Edinburgh is also a great place for ghost tours. See our top picks here to make your spooky season scream-worthy.

One of the best things to do in autumn is to check out its many gorgeous destinations for a city break. Each unique place has its own vibe, history and lineup of places to eat and drink, so what are you waiting for?