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Find out how you can celebrate Somerset Day 2026
A county united and a dragon on the move
This May, communities across Somerset will come together to celebrate everything that makes our county remarkable. From town centres to iconic landmarks, Somerset Day 2026 promises a programme of events filled with pride, heritage and shared celebration.
The Journey of the Somerset Dragon
At the heart of this year’s celebrations is The Journey of the Somerset Dragon, a county-wide storytelling tour running throughout April and May.
The Dragon will travel across Somerset, appearing in Wells, Minehead, Evercreech, Weston-super-Mare, Sparkford, Watchet, Street, Somerton, Nailsea and more, bringing families together for live interactive readings of The Tail of The Somerset Dragon and celebrations at each stop.
And this year, the story belongs to Somerset. Residents are invited to submit a name for the dragon, with the chosen name revealed as part of the Somerset Day celebrations.
Proudly sponsored and supported by
Dragon Stop 4: Haynes Motor Museum
Dragon Stop 5: Watchet
Dragon 6: Somerton
Dragon Stop 7: Street
Dragon Stop 8: eat:Nailsea
Name the Somerset Dragon
As part of Somerset Day, BBC Radio Somerset is inviting the public to help name the iconic dragon from the Somerset flag. It’s a chance to be part of the county’s story, with suggestions inspired by local history, folklore, and creativity. A shortlist will be selected by a judging panel before going to a public vote, with the winning name announced on air on Somerset Day.
Click here for the submission terms and conditions and privacy notice.
Some more of our 2026 events
Each year, Somerset Day is involved in a number of key events including:
eat:Taunton Food Festival 2026
A vibrant celebration of Somerset’s independent food and drink scene, returning to Taunton town centre. Discover local producers, food vendors and flavours that showcase the very best of Somerset.
Fly The Flag For Somerset
A county-wide call to action inviting businesses, schools and communities to proudly display the Somerset flag. Join the celebration, decorate your streets and show your Somerset spirit this May.
An Evening of Poetry
Somerset Hot Air Balloon Flight - Taunton
Somerset Day on the Levels: Pilgrimage Walk
Somerset Cycle
Grand Opening of Maidenbrook Country Park on Somerset Day
Party in the Park
Choral Evensong on the Eve of Somerset Day
King Alfred and Somerset Day
Principal Partners
Official Partners
Sponsors/Supporters
Our Patrons
We are fortunate to have amazing Patrons who are as passionate about our County as we are
Mr Mohammed Saddiq, His Majesty's Lord Lieutenant of Somerset; Mrs Anne Maw, CVO; His Grace the Duke of Somerset DL; The Rt Revd Michael Beasley, Bishop of Bath and Wells; Sir Michael Eavis CBE, founder of Glastonbury Festival; Clinton Rogers DL; Edward Bayntun-Coward DL.
Plans unveiled to Fly the Flag for Somerset Day 2026 with the Journey of the Somerset Dragon
Plans are aunderway to make Somerset Day 2026 a spectacular celebration of county pride
SOMERSET DAY 2025 BRINGS COMMUNITIES TOGETHER FOR A RECORD BREAKING 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Communities across Somerset and far beyond came together in spectacular fashion to mark the 10th anniversary of Somerset Day,
Western Fuel Joins the Celebration at Barrel & Bloom
We’re delighted to announce that Western Fuel is joining us as a sponsor in support of Somerset Day at this year’s Barrel & Bloom Festival