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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Hopton

10 picks around Hopton, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Hopton

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Hopton, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

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Pride Glitterball Afterparty3Free! (worth double-checking)

Pride Glitterball Afterparty

at Popworld - Norwich

Get ready for the ultimate Glitterball Afterparty at Popworld Norwich on Saturday 25th July! If you’re looking for one of the biggest nights out in Norwich, this is where you need to be. We’ll be bringing the party with a huge soundtrack of disco classics, funky house, Clubland favourites, dance anthems and iconic pop hits, keeping the dance floor packed from start to finish. FREE entry before 10pm Exciting giveaways throughout the night Competitions with brilliant prizes to be won The iconic Popworld party atmosphere DJs playing all your favourite throwback and dancefloor anthems Whether you’re celebrating, heading out with friends or simply looking for an unforgettable Saturday night in Norwich, Popworld is the place to be. Book your free entry now and join us on Saturday 25th July for the Glitterball Afterparty at Popworld Norwich, featuring disco, funky house, Clubland classics, giveaways, competitions and non-stop party vibes all night long. Free entry available before 10pm. Venue entry policy applies. Challenge 25. Management reserves the right to refuse admission.

23.6 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
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Pride Drag Brunch4

Pride Drag Brunch

at Norwich Theatre Stage Two

ick off your Norwich Pride celebrations in the most fabulous way possible with Stealia Jobs and The Duke. The price includes your choice of arrival cocktail and a main course from our brunch menu.

23.2 milesSat 25 Jul£25
Local gemSee the details→
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Open Day 20266Free! (worth double-checking)

Open Day 2026

at Norwich Theatre Stage Two

Our annual Open Day returns, the ultimate FREE day out for any theatre fan offering a unique chance to go behind the scenes and discover how the magic of theatre is brought to life.

23.2 milesSun 26 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
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