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From music festivals to food tasting evenings and Cornwall's biggest annual event, discover the best things to do in Cornwall in June.
Royal Cornwall Show - Wadebridge
Prepare for a weekend of agricultural showcases, live music, and livestock competitions at Cornwall’s biggest annual event.
Thousands of Cornish trade stands will take over the showground in Wadebridge, from arts and craft marquees, to artisan makers, butchers, bee-keepers, and local farmers. It’s certainly one of the top things to do in Cornwall in June.
📸: Royal Cornwall Show
Tunes in the Dunes - Perranporth
For a music festival like no other, head to Tunes in the Dunes in Perranporth. Enjoy live music against the stunning ocean backdrop, and boogie the night away on the golden sands.
Headliners this year are Busted, Jess Glynne, and Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems. There will also be lots of activities, including sea swimming, silent disco aerobics, yoga sessions, plus lots more!
📸: Tunes in the Dunes
& Juliet – Hall for Cornwall, Truro
From the West End to Broadway and now Truro, & Juliet is an all-singing, all-dancing sensation. This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and proves there’s life after Romeo.
With a phenomenal cast and playlist of pop anthems, including Britney Spear’s … Baby One More Time, Katy Perry’s Roar, and Can’t Stop the Feeling, the only tragedy would be to miss out.
Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival
The largest free nautical music and song festival in Europe returns to Cornwall this June, with our sister hotels at the heart of it all.
Both main stages, the harbourside setting of The Greenbank and seafront location of The Falmouth, are the perfect places to enjoy this vibrant celebration of music, history, and community.
Heligan Homecoming Festival – The Lost Gardens of Heligan
An exciting new festival is coming to Cornwall this June! Set within the enchanting Heligan estate, the Heligan Homecoming Festival will explore the themes of home and belonging through a mix of experiences.
Enjoy a ten-day programme of live music, inspiring talks, food and fun, including family foraging sessions, beaver tours, and morning yoga sessions. What’s more, guests staying at The Alverton will receive a 30% discount on ticket prices!
‘Taste of Truro’ Evening – The Alverton
On Thursday 19th June, join us for a vegetarian food tasting evening in the heart of Truro. Enjoy a five-course, plant-based menu, complemented with a selection of locally sourced dairy.
Our Head Chef, Ollie Wyatt, will be sharing his culinary knowledge, and giving your tastebuds a tour of Cornwall’s hero vegetables from the ground up.
Eden Sessions – The Eden Project
Head to the world-renowned biomes at The Eden Project this June for a line-up of musicians, playing at the most unique stage in Cornwall.
Acts announced so far include Texas plus Kt Tunstall, Gary Barlow plus Beverley Knight, The Script plus Tom Walker, and Deftones.
📸: Eden Sessions
Summer BBQ On The Terrace - The Alverton
Celebrate summer’s arrival with an indulgent BBQ on our sun-drenched terrace. Sip on something sweet as you settle in for an evening of fresh Cornish food, grilled to perfection by our Head Chef, Ollie Wyatt.
Served between 5.30pm and 7.30pm every Friday from 27th June until 5th September, our little oasis on the hill is the perfect spot to kickstart your weekend. What’s more, enjoy two cocktails for £15 with our Friday evening cocktail club!
The Greenbank's Craft Fair - Falmouth
Our sister hotel, The Greenbank, is hosting its annual Craft Fair on 21st June from 11am to 3pm. Set along the picturesque Fal River, it’s the perfect way to spend a summer’s day browsing beautiful handmade creations from talented local artisans.
Pick up a thoughtful gift or a keepsake to take home, and enjoy a refreshing drink from The Working Boat pub while you wander. This family-friendly event is open to all – four-legged friends included!
From our much-loved Summer Garden Sessions and chef tasting evenings, to themed balls, theatre and special afternoon teas - discover what’s going on at the hotel on the hill.
Join The Alverton's chefs this summer to enjoy 'Lobster on the Lawn' - an indulgent evening on our terrace.