The beginning of summer is marked by a beautiful event called the Riverside Festival, during which colorful events take place on both sides of Bede Park: musical performances, local food tastings, sporting competitions. The water sports season starts with the opening of the summer season. Tourists have a unique opportunity to go on themed boat tours along the picturesque area. At the end of the first summer month, the city hosts the Urban Steam Festival gathering steampunk fans. During its celebration at Abbey Pumping Station, one can meet authentically dressed people (in Victorian clothes, of course), vintage cars, and see how a steam engine works. Besides, musicians playing in different genres of music entertain all comers.
If you visit Leicester at the beginning of the third summer month, it's a good idea to get to the Acoustic Gardens Festival that is held in Belgrave Hall. The wonderful historic monument and museum becomes the venue for musical concerts with the participation of popular British musicians playing jazz, funk, soul, indie, soft rock. Many tourists are primarily attracted by the atmosphere of serenity prevailing at the fest. In mid-September, the same Belgrave Hall welcomes those wishing to participate in such an event as the Belgrave Hall Food & Garden Festival. Here one can taste not only local dishes but also international culinary delights. And all this happens in a warm family atmosphere.
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