Burnley Canal Festival 2027

The festival is taking a break in 2026 and returns on its usual August bank holiday date in 2027 with a much larger footprint as part of Burnley's Year of Culture. It is based at Finsley Gate Wharf, one of the oldest wharves on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in the Weavers' Triangle, with boats, music and community activities along the water.

What’s on

• Returns for Burnley Year of Culture 2027
• Historic Finsley Gate Wharf base
• Boats and canalside performances
• August bank holiday weekend

The next date has not been confirmed by the organiser yet. This event usually runs in August. We check weekly and will publish the date as soon as it is announced.

Date shown is the organiser’s announced or expected date. Always check the official site before travelling a long way.