Jane Austen’s House will host a series of festivals throughout 2025 to celebrate Jane Austen’s special anniversary year.

Our summer festival will be themed around Emma, Jane Austen’s “perfect” summer novel, with a particular focus on fashion and dress.

On Friday 18 July we will mark Jane Austen’s death with special tours celebrating Jane’s life and legacy, and an intricate painted fan workshop.

Saturday 19 July is Dress up Day – a popular annual event that this year will be bigger and better than ever! Expect Regency dancing, fashion illustration, expert talks, pop up performances, live music and more!

We’re also looking forward to more of our popular ‘Reading Aloud’ performances in the Drawing Room, a range of expert talks and workshops, pop up talks, free drop in events, and guided walks and tours!

The festival programme will also include plenty of online events so you can join in from wherever you are in the world!

The full programme and tickets will go on sale soon!