What's on in Oakham this weekend: Rutland Food and Drink Festival, car boot, superhero day and more
By Grace Kennington 18th Sep 2025
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There's loads going on this weekend with a host of events taking place in and around Oakham and Rutland this weekend, from a car boot sale to musical bingo, superhero farm fun to a fabulous food and drink festival.
Read on to find out more, or check out our What's On page for other upcoming local events.
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Superhero Fun Day at Rutland Farm Park
This Sunday 21 September, Rutland Farm Park is holding a Superhero Funday from 11am to 3pm.
Along with their usual animal fun and activities, they are offering the opportunity to meet Deadpool, Spiderman, Wolverine, Wonder Woman and Ghost Spider.
There will also be Superhero training camp fun and photo opportunities.
Come From Away at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre
The Stamford Showstoppers are back with their new show Come From Away. They are the first company to get the performance rights to this 2013 musical.
This heart-warming and powerful show tells the incredible true story of 7,000 stranded passengers who found themselves in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, when US airspace closed on 9/11.
They have two shows on 20th September, the first is a matinee at 2.30pm, followed by an evening show at 7.30pm.
Rutland Food and Drink Festival
Rutland Food and Drink Festival will take place in Oakham on Sunday 21st September between 11am and 4pm.
The Festival will take place at Oakham Castle, Marketplace and Victoria Hall with live music, pet competitions and over 50 brilliant local stalls.
The Food and Drink Week is being put together with the hard work of Discover Rutland, with local event organiser Carolyn Acton organising the Food and Drink Festival on 21st September.
Visit Discover Rutland for more details about Rutland Food and Drink Festival week, as well as their full Autumn online magazine with local events, recommendations and reviews.
Hats Funny Comedy Music Bingo at The Old Buttercross
Join Hats Funny Comedy at their return to The Old Buttercross in Oakham for another popular music bingo night, featuring hits from the 80s, 90s and 00s.
There is drinks and cash prizes to be won, with tickets £10 for 3 games - last time prizes were up to £100!
Reserve your spot by contacting the Old Buttercross and bring cash on the night.
Car Boot at The Rutland Showground
Rutland car boot are back again on Saturday 20 September at The Rutland Showground.
Entry costs £2 per adult before 11am and £1 per adult after 11am, with under-16s going free.
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