Illustrated scene of Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire

What's on in Barkby Thorpe

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Barkby Thorpe.

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Live Music

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Project Live Summer Showcase 2026

Project Live Summer Showcase 2026 An exciting showcase of emerging talent, featuring live music performances across Black music styles by aspiring Leicester(shire) artists in collaboration with a live band. Date - Thursday 23rd July 2026Time - 7:30pm till lateVenue - 2Funky Music Café, 23A New Park St, Leicester LE3 5NH LINE-UP Liyah Poppy Valentine D'Vybrant Lottie Dawe Sam the rapper Nova Estelle Sinkpig Toro Artist’s part of our exciting development programme, will perform original, new material in collaboration with a live band, mentored by Musical Director Lisa Millett. Caribbean Food available to buy on the night. www.2funkyarts.co.uk/project-live/ Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.

Thu 23 Jul19:30The 2Funky Lounge(4.6mi)

via The 2Funky LoungeCurated

Community

JUM E RAAT

7:45pm Surah Yaseen & Dua Kumayl 8:25 Marsiya (1) 8:30 Majlis 9:00 Matam (1) 9:10 Ziyarat Waritha & Tabarruk 9:26 Namaaz Maghribain

Thu 23 Jul20:45Masjid Al-Husayn(2.9mi)

via Masjid Al-Husayn

Community

MMA & Wrestling

MMA & Wrestling — brought to you by LMA Academy and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Thu 23 Jul21:15LMA Academy(3.3mi)

via LMA AcademyLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Weekly Pottery Classes

Friday - 11am-1pm

Fri 24 Jul12:00Eskimo Blue(4.9mi)

via Eskimo BlueLocal gem

Community

Shreemad Bhagvat Katha

Shreemad Bhagvat Katha – Recited by Shree Govind Krsna Das From Saturday 10 May to Friday 16 May 2025 Daily from 4pm to 7pm followed by Prasad

Fri 24 Jul17:00Shree Hindu Temple & Community Centre(2.9mi)

via Shree Hindu Temple & Community CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Kickboxing

Kickboxing at LMA Academy. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Fri 24 Jul19:00LMA Academy(3.3mi)

via LMA AcademyLocal gem

Live Music

Marathi live music Concert

Get ready, Leicester! Jugalbandi brings the energy of UK’s First Marathi Live Music Concert to 2Funky Music Cafe on 24th July. Experience an unforgettable evening filled with powerful live performances, Marathi music, community vibes, and a concert atmosphere like never before. Join us for a night of music, memories, and Maharashtrian spirit live from 7PM onwards at 2Funky Music Cafe, 23A New Park St, Leicester LE3 5NH.

Fri 24 Jul19:30The 2Funky Lounge(4.6mi)

via The 2Funky LoungeCurated

Sports & Fitness

Amateur Boxing & Fitness

Amateur Boxing & Fitness at LMA Academy. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Fri 24 Jul20:00LMA Academy(3.3mi)

via LMA AcademyLocal gem

Children & Family

Youth Club (Free)

Youth Club (Free) at LMA Academy. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Fri 24 Jul20:30LMA Academy(3.3mi)

via LMA AcademyLocal gem

Community

Dua Simaat & Namaaz Maghribain

Masjid Al-Husayn is hosting and we're spreading the word. Dua Simaat & Namaaz Maghribain — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 24 Jul22:05Masjid Al-Husayn(2.9mi)

via Masjid Al-Husayn

Community

General Admission

Sat 25 JulRetro Computer Museum(1.5mi)

via Retro Computer Museum

Community

Devshayani Ekadashi Fast (Chaturmaas Begins)

We found this gem on Shree Swaminarayan Temple's website. Devshayani Ekadashi Fast (Chaturmaas Begins) — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Sat 25 JulShree Swaminarayan Temple(2.8mi)

via Shree Swaminarayan Temple

Community

Sound System Experience Night

Experience the energy of Caribbean sound system culture with an evening of live music, great vibes and summer celebrations outside Turtle Bay.

Sat 25 JulHighcross Shopping Centre(4.2mi)

via Highcross Shopping CentreLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Costume & Creative Workshop

Create your own Carnival-inspired crowns and masks while discovering the creativity and craftsmanship behind Leicester Caribbean Carnival.

Sat 25 JulHighcross Shopping Centre(4.2mi)

via Highcross Shopping CentreLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Open Church

Our regular weekly opening for visiting and prayer Drop by, have a look around, and enjoy this ancient holy place!

Sat 25 JulSt Nicholas's Church(4.4mi)

via St Nicholas's ChurchCurated

Sports & Fitness

Girls Only Kickboxing

Girls Only Kickboxing at LMA Academy. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Sat 25 Jul10:00LMA Academy(3.3mi)

via LMA AcademyLocal gem

Community

General Admission

Book your tickets now to come and play on our retro gaming and computing systems, view our rare and unique items, browse our extensive software and publication libraries or simply chat to our passionate and knowledgeable volunteers. You can buy hot and cold beverages, food and snacks in our gift shop, along with a selection of games and retro accessories! Purchase your tickets below as places are limited on each day. Please ensure you select the correct date for your visit and purchase the correct ticket combinations. If you have any questions or need help booking please feel free to contact us. *Please note* Purchased tickets are non refundable. If however you can no longer attend on the selected date please contact us as we can move your booking to another day.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Retro Computer Museum(1.5mi)

via Retro Computer Museum

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Venues with events near Barkby Thorpe

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Retro Computer Museum1.5 miles away Masjid Al-Husayn2.9 miles away Shree Swaminarayan Temple2.8 miles away

More about Barkby Thorpe

Leicestershire, England

Barkby Thorpe is in Leicestershire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Barkby Thorpe events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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