November 2026

Events in Bath this November

November is Mozartfest month — one of Europe's best concentrated classical music programmes spread across Bath's best concert venues. The Christmas Market opens in the last week of the month. Hotel rates sit below December's peak while the city is beginning to feel festive. A good month to visit if you can avoid the opening Christmas Market weekend.

What's on in November 2026

Bath Mozartfest 2026

Mid-November (typically 10–12 days, exact dates TBC)

Guildhall, St John's Catholic Church, Bath Pump Room, and other venues · From £12–45 per concert

Bath Mozartfest is one of Europe's most concentrated classical music festivals. The November programme spans chamber music, orchestral concerts, piano recitals, and opera across multiple central Bath venues. The intimate scale of the Bath venues — particularly the Guildhall and St John's Catholic Church — suits the repertoire. 2026 programme usually announced by September. Check bathmozartfest.org.uk for confirmed dates.

Bath Christmas Market — opening

Usually opens last week of November

Abbey Green, Orange Grove, and Saw Close, Bath city centre · Free entry

The Bath Christmas Market typically opens in the last week of November and runs for three weeks through mid-December. The opening weekend draws very large crowds — the venue narrows in places and queuing is common around the market stalls. Mid-week evenings in late November offer the market atmosphere without the weekend crowd. Over 170 chalets; food, drink, craft, and artisan goods.

Bonfire Night — local events

Around 5 November 2026

Victoria Park and local clubs/sports grounds · Varies — typically £5–10 for organised displays

The main organised fireworks display in Bath is typically at the Recreation Ground or a central park venue — check Bath & North East Somerset council announcements closer to 5 November for confirmed 2026 location. Local sports clubs (such as Bath City FC at Twerton Park) also run community fireworks events. November in Bath makes outdoor events weather-dependent.

Bath Farmers Market

Every Saturday in November

Green Park Station, Bath BA1 1JB · Free entry

Consistent weekly market year-round. November sees seasonal produce — roots, late brassicas, game, and early Christmas gift food. The covered Victorian roof is a significant advantage in November weather.

Remembrance events

11 November 2026 and surrounding Sunday

Bath Abbey and city war memorials · Free

Remembrance Sunday parade and service at Bath Abbey, with wreath-laying at the war memorial on Orange Grove. One of Bath's more civic events — good if you're in the city that weekend. The Abbey service is open to the public.

Why visit Bath in November?

  • Mozartfest makes November one of Bath's best classical music months in Europe — an annual event of genuine quality in excellent venues.
  • The Christmas Market opens in late November, offering a pre-December window without the peak December crowds.
  • Hotel rates in November are lower than December — the market opening offers a compromise between Christmas atmosphere and manageable prices.
  • Thermae Bath Spa is easier to book in November than in summer or the December Christmas rush.
  • The city is quieter than summer without being dead — the restaurant scene, pubs, and culture operate at full stretch.

Book hotels for November in Bath

November rates are lower than December. Christmas Market opening weekend (last week of November) is an exception — book early if you want to be in the city for the market launch.

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Frequently asked questions

What events are on in Bath in November 2026?
November 2026 Bath events: Bath Mozartfest (mid-November, classical music across multiple venues, from £12); Bath Christmas Market opening (last week of November, 170+ chalets, free entry); Bonfire Night events around 5 November; Saturday Farmers Market every week at Green Park Station; Remembrance Sunday events at Bath Abbey. November is one of Bath's best cultural months.
When does the Bath Christmas Market start in 2026?
The Bath Christmas Market typically opens in the last week of November. In 2025 it opened on 20 November. The 2026 dates are usually confirmed by September at bathchristmasmarket.co.uk. The market runs for approximately three weeks through to mid-December. Opening weekend and all Saturdays are very busy — midweek evenings are considerably calmer.
What is Bath Mozartfest?
Bath Mozartfest is an annual classical music festival held in mid-November, running approximately 10–12 days. It's one of Europe's concentrated Mozart festivals, with performances across the Guildhall, St John's Catholic Church, and the Bath Pump Room. The programme includes chamber music, orchestral concerts, piano recitals, and opera. Tickets from £12–45 depending on the event. Check bathmozartfest.org.uk for the 2026 programme, usually announced by September.
Is November a good time to visit Bath?
November is a strong choice for Bath visitors: quieter than summer, lower hotel rates than December, and culturally one of the richer months (Mozartfest, Christmas Market opening). The weather is typically cold (8–12°C) and wet — but Bath is a compact, walkable city and most main attractions are indoor. The Christmas Market atmosphere in late November is genuinely good, especially mid-week.

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