Sleaford’s RiverLight Festival dates announced for next summer

The dates for a town’s much-loved creative festival have been announced with the theme taking inspiration from rural heritage.

Sleaford’s RiverLight Festival will be making a comeback for the fourth time celebrating the area’s culture and history.

Lasting a week, the event sees an array of walkabout acts, workshops, performances, art exhibitions as well a parade take place.

Activities will begin on Saturday, June 14 and the festival finale will be on the Summer Solstice on June 21.

Lucy Lumb, head of partnerships and communities at the hub, said: "RiverLight 2025 will showcase the amazing artistic expertise in our part of the country, and shine a light on all the creativity that flourishes here.

“We are planning an exciting and uplifting programme that celebrates what is special about Sleaford and North Kesteven, and brings our communities together for a unique, fun-filled experience."

An open meeting will be held on Monday, January 27 from 5pm until 6.30pm at the Hub on Carre Street where people, schools and organisations can find out how they can get involved.