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Knowle is a haven for independent shops, salons, restaurants, cafes and businesses.
Spring
Knowle Beer Festival
Join Knowle and Dorridge Round Table for an atmospheric afternoon and evening of Gin, Prosecco and Beer often with live music at Knowle British Legion.
Dates for the festival are traditionally mid March and are published on Knowle and Dorridge Round Table website.
Visit Knowle Spring Ball
Knowle Fun Run
Organised by Knowle and Dorridge Lions this popular event has hundreds of runners taking part in a 5k or 10k run around Knowle. It’s always a well supported and popular event with food and stalls at Arden Academy and locals lining the streets cheering on the runners.
Check on Knowle and Dorridge Lions for the dates of this year's event, how to enter and details of road closures.
Summer
Midsummer Celebrations
The Midsummer Celebrations took place on June 15th 2024.
Situated in the car parks around the village hall, will include an artisan market, entertainment and street food, the day was busy despite the morning rain.
Details of next year's summer event will be published soon.
Knowle Party in the Park
What an awesome day we had t Knowle Party in the Park 2024!
This revitalised event was one to remember & the date for next year is already set for Saturday 28th June 2025!
Once again, Knowle Party in the Park will provide a vibrant celebration of music and community spirit and will be located in the beautiful Knowle Park.
This family friendly event will feature a diverse line-up of renowned and emerging artists along with a selection of local food and drink vendors.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit Knowle Party in the Park
Station Road Artisan Market
Come and browse the artisan market on Saturday 14th September on Station Road, Knowle.
They'll be crafts & food from local makers and creators as well as stall holders from slightly further afield.
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days in September brings together Knowle Society, Knowle History Society, Knowle Church, Visit Knowle and other organisations to celebrate and share Knowle’s heritage.
This year, it takes place on September 14th, with exhibitions in Knowle Church and Guided Heritage Walks by Knowle Society. These take place on the same day as our Artisan Market.
Dorridge Day
Hosted by Knowle and Dorridge Round Table is a truly community event that offers a range of attractions, activities and stalls for the local community to enjoy. Traditionally taking place in September, follow Knowle and Dorridge Round Table to be the first to hear the date for this year's event.
Visit Knowle Quiz Night
Join us for our inaugural Quiz Night on Friday 18th October. Open to businesses and members of the public, the even will be packed with rounds with a break for a Fish & Chip Supper from Knowle Fish Bar.
Sharpen your pencils, swot up on your general knowledge & come along to the British Legion for what is set to be a fun night out.
Book your place on our Quiz before it sells out!
Autumn
Fireworks Display
There are a number of local fireworks displays, including the very popular Arden Academy Parents Association Fireworks Display traditionally held on the Saturday and Knowle CofE Primary Academy Parents Association Fireworks Display held on the Sunday evening. For 2023, Knowle Academy's Fireworks event will be on Sunday 5th November, with gates opening at 4.30pm.
Visit the websites for dates for the current year.
Remembrance Parade
Knowle village and many of its community groups turn out to mark Remembrance Day with laying of wreaths the week before Remembrance Sunday, and the Parade on Remembrance Sunday.
Images: Visit Knowle and Knowle Society
Winter
Christmas Light Countdown and Switch On
One of the favourite events of the year is the countdown to switching on the Christmas Lights. Traditionally held on the last Wednesday in November, Father Christmas joins Knowle Parish Church to lead the community countdown to the lights switching on.
2024's Christmas Light Switch on & Late Night Shopping will take place on Wednesday November 27th.
Late Night Shopping Night
The late night shopping event is an evening of nibbles, drinks, special offers and shopping with many of our independent businesses. It’s always a popular evening.
2024's event will take place on Wednesday November 27th.
Santa’s Sleigh
Knowle and Dorridge Round Table kindly helps Father Christmas visit the roads around Knowle. Details of the route can be found on their Facebook pages.
Festive Walk
Blow away the cobwebs, enjoy new walks, meet your neighbours and stop at local venues along the route with the annual Festive Walk just a few days after Christmas. Just turn up, choose your walk and enjoy the local countryside. Details can be found at Knowle and Dorridge Lions.
