Contact details for some of the volunteer groups or events listed below can be found on our Volunteer page. Maybe you could spare some time to help organise or run an event?
Duck Race
Easter Monday
Tensions are always high to be the winner of Lymm’s Duck Race each year and to see who takes home the cash prize. A thousand plastic yellow ducks are released from Lymm Dam and whizz downstream into the village to much public excitement.
The centre of Lymm also becomes the focus for a family friendly day out with rides, stalls and entertainment right in the heart of the village. Organised by Lymm & District Round Table.
Make sure you have sponsored your duck and are in with a chance of winning!
For more information and to sponsor a duck, go to the Lymm Duck Race website. No ducks are harmed during the event (although a few like to play hide and seek)!
Lymm May Queen
Returning in May 2024
‘May Queen’ is Lymm’s traditional summer fete which sees the May Queen field filled with family fun including stalls, rides and attractions and supported by Lymm Parish Council.
The May Queen and the Rose Queen plus the retinue are chosen every year in March before the event. Anyone under 12 who lives in Lymm is welcome to apply.
Each year, a theme is chosen and is reflected in the procession which contains bands, dancers, and floats decorated by local schools and organisations.
More details can be found on the May Queen website.
Historic Transport Day / Boat and Steam Gathering
23rd June 2024
Lymm Historic Transport Day was a major fixture in the village calendar between 2013 and 2019. In 2022 the Lymm Boat and Steam Gathering event was held in “the spirit” of transport day, featuring historic working boats and traction engines in the village centre. The Heritage Information Centre also featured to tell the tale of industrial transport through Lymm’s past.
Find out more on the Lymm Transport website and their plans for 2024.
Lymm Festival including Food Fest
June to July 2024
Lymm Festival is an annual celebration of the arts. From major international performers to local talent covering music, literature, dance and comedy, there really is something for everyone. But… you need to be quick to get your tickets. It’s popular!
The festival is supported by Lymm Parish Council.
More details can be found on the Lymm Festival website.
Lymm Beer & Gin Festival
July 2024, dates TBC
The annual fundraising Beer & Gin Festival organised by Lymm & District Round Table and Lymm Ladies.
Try some of the finest local beers and gins whilst helping to raise money for charity. Venue: Lymm Village Hall
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Christmas Tree Festival
December 2024 – Date TBC
St. Mary’s Church becomes a Christmas Tree delight for a weekend in December. Browse the trees, have a drink and enjoy the entertainment. For more details including dates, see St Mary’s Church website.
Dickensian Festival
December 2024 – Date TBC
Lymm comes alive in December and the countdown to Christmas starts in Lymm thanks to The Dickensian Festival. Step back in time for the village parade and witness a race full of Santas raising funds for local charities.
Further information is available on the Lymm Dickensian Christmas Festival website.
The festival is supported by Lymm Parish Council.
Carols from The Cross
December 2024
Starting out as a few friends singing at The Cross in the centre of the village, Carols from The Cross is now a major event in Lymm’s festival calendar. With several thousand residents singing their hearts out, make Carols from The Cross part of your Christmas calendar.
This is a Lymm Parish Council event.