The annual Golowan Festival in Penzance is a celebration of ancient Celtic traditions and the midsummer Feast of St John (Gol Jowan).

Numerous events take place around town, including traditional dances, street theatre and live music.

A varied programme includes the Bonzo Dog Band, the Bollywood Brass Band, Camborne Brass Band and Golowan favourites the Mid-Argyll Pipe Band. Irish punk-folkies Neck will be performing as will the  Falmouth Marine Band, Flava and the Bishbashbosh Theatre.

The festival culminates over the final weekend. Mazey Day celebrations take place with fireworks, music and the mock mayoral elections and the Mazey Boats Regatta.

Book your Penzance Hotel now for a great week of Celtic Fun

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