From the return of a popular farmers' market to an antiques fair, these are some of the biggest and best events to look forward to in February 2024. 

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1. Farmers' Market, North Creake

Where: Creake Abbey, North Creake, Fakenham, NR21 9LF

When: February 3, 9.30am-1pm

Price: Free entry

This market takes place just a stone’s throw from the ruins of an Augustinian Abbey on the first Saturday of each month, excluding January. 

The first event of 2024 is on February 3 and you can expect chutneys, cheeses, charcuterie and much more. 

READ MORE: Norfolk gastropub launches 'ultimate feasting experience' with tapas

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2. Worth the Weight Vintage Kilo Sale, Norwich

Where: Epic Studios, 112-114 Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1JD

When: February 4, 10am-4pm 

Price: From 10am (early bird): £3, 12noon onwards: £2, items start at £1 or £20 per kilo, worththeweightvintage.com 

This touring event will feature nine tonnes of hand-picked vintage and pre-owned clothing to have a rummage through.

Based in Sheffield, Worth the Weight was founded in 2018 as a way of fighting fast fashion. 

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3. The Norfolk Antique and Collectors Fair, New Costessey

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, New Costessey, NR5 0TT

When: February 3: 10am-5pm (early entry from 7am): February 4: 9am-4pm 

Price: Adults: £4 in advance at norfolkantiquefair.co.uk or £5 on the gate (cash only), early entry: £6 (cash only on the gate), under 16s: free

The Norfolk Antique and Collectors Fair is back for its 24th year with a huge range of indoor and outdoor stands.

You can expect antique furniture, vintage jewellery, fine art, figurines, classic kitchenware, silverware, traditional tea sets and more, with various fairs throughout the year. 

READ MORE: 5 major Norfolk antique or vintage fairs coming in 2024

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4. Disco for Grown-Ups, King's Lynn

Where: King's Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King's Lynn, PE30 1JW

When: February 16, 8pm

Price: £19.50-£25.50 (over 18s only), kingslynncornexchange.co.uk or call 01553 764864

Expect a fabulous and feel-good night featuring 70s disco, 80s pop and 90s dance floor classics.

There will be chart-topping hits from the likes of The Human League, Madonna, The Bee Gees, Faithless and ABBA. 

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5. Norwich Science Festival, Norwich

Where: Various locations - festival hub at The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF

When: February 17-24 

Price: Events are individually priced, with many free activities, book and see programme at norwichsciencefestival.co.uk

This popular festival returns over the half-term holiday with a jam-packed programme of talks, shows, workshops and performances for all ages. 

There are more than 200 events, including free activities such as the Under the Sea Trail at Chantry Place and The Explorium with drop-in sessions at The Forum.

READ MORE: Full line-up released for Norwich Science Festival 2024

 

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6. Circus of Horrors, Great Yarmouth

Where: Hippodrome Circus, St George's Road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2EU

When: February 22-25, family matinees 3pm/4pm, adult evening shows: 7pm/8pm

Price: Family show: £12-£23, adult show: £10-£28

Two shows are running at the Hippodrome, with the Addams Family-Friendly Matinee in the afternoon, suitable for ages 10+, and Dr Haze's Cabaret of Curiosities in the evening for adults. 

The Circus of Horrors will take you on a "rock 'n' rollercoaster ride" with weird and wonderful acts.

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7. The East Anglia Wedding Show, New Costessey

Where: Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, New Costessey, NR5 0TT

When: February 24-25, 10am-4pm

Price: From £5.75 in advance at banquetinghire.co.uk/weddingshow, £2 more on the door, under 16s go free

Get organised for your big day with stands from all areas of the wedding industry, including bridalwear, venues, florists, cake makers and entertainment.

You can also dine in style at the pop-up restaurants run by some of East Anglia's finest caterers.