The 2026 events calendar
From Dorset fields to London stages — come say hello (and bring a spoon).
Salisbury Charter Market
Our brand new ice cream van is at Salisbury's historic Charter Market every week. One of Britain's oldest markets, trading since 1227 — come and find us in the Market Place for a scoop.
salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk →Farm Shop & Deli Show
The UK's biggest trade show for the farm shop and deli sector. You'll find Baboo on the Cotswold Fayre stand — come and taste what a Gold Award-winning gelato tastes like.
farmshopanddelishow.co.uk →Fonthill Open Garden
A beautiful open garden day in the grounds of Fonthill — a rare chance to explore one of Wiltshire's most spectacular private estates. Come and find the Baboo van for a gelato in the gardens.
Dorset Food & Drink Festival
A beautiful celebration of local producers set in the grounds of Parnham Park. Marquee open 10am–5pm, with the grounds staying open until 10pm for live music. Come for the gelato, stay for the evening.
Get tickets at parnhampark.co.uk →Branch Out! at Larmer Tree Gardens
A wonderful family day out — circus skills, African drumming, forest school, alpacas, family yoga, tree climbing and more. 10am–3pm. Baboo gelato will be there to sweeten the day.
Get tickets on Eventbrite →Opera Holland Park
One of London's most beautiful outdoor stages — a summer season of world-class opera in the grounds of Holland Park. Baboo gelato will be there to make the interval that little bit more special.
operahollandpark.com →Taste of London
London's legendary food festival — five sun-drenched days in Regent's Park with 36 restaurants, 50 chefs, and 150 artisan producers. Baboo will be there alongside some seriously good company. Come and find us.
london.tastefestivals.com →South Downs Food Festival
A spectacular weekend of food, drink and celebration in the grounds of Stansted Park Estate — farmers, foragers, artisan makers, chef demos, live music and more. Baboo will be there for both days.
southdownsfoodfestival.com →Sudan Fete
A classic summer fete in the beautiful Bishop's Garden, raising funds for the Salisbury–Sudan Medical Link — providing medical teaching and supplies to Sudan and South Sudan. Come and find us for a scoop in the sunshine.
Bridport Food Festival
The 22nd Bridport Food Festival — nearly 100 local traders, chef demos, creative food activities and a famous accompanying beer festival. 9:30am–5pm. One of the South West's most loved food events.
bridportfoodfestival.co.uk →Stone Circle Festival
A three-day gravel cycling festival based at the ancient Old Sarum Hill Fort — rides, live music, food, camping and good company. Baboo will be there to fuel the weekend.
stonecircle.cc →Cattistock Countryside Show
The 64th Cattistock Countryside Show — nestled in Dorset's rolling hills, this much-loved family show features horses, ponies, dog shows, and the famous Dorset Knob Throwing. Probably the prettiest traditional country show in the county.
cattistockshow.co.uk →Buckham Fair
Dorset's much-loved family day out — dog shows, heavy horses, local food and a famous beer tent, all raising funds for Dorset County Hospital. A brilliant summer day, and the perfect occasion for gelato.
buckhamfair.com →Jurassic Fields Festival
A brilliant three-day music festival on the Dorset coast — live acts, camping, and a proper summer weekend. Baboo will be on site all three days. Come and find us between sets.
jurassicfieldsfestival.com →Poundbury Gardens
A lovely summer afternoon in the gardens at Poundbury — come and find us for gelato in one of Dorset's most distinctive settings.
Melplash Agricultural Show
One of the South West's premier agricultural shows, held just outside Bridport on the last Thursday before the August bank holiday. Over 400 trade stands, livestock, homecrafts, and all the best of West Dorset life.
melplashshow.co.uk →John Haynes Classic Motor Show
The South West's ultimate motoring show — live vehicle displays, expert talks, an artisan market, live music and family entertainment. All in aid of the Haynes Motor Museum charity. A brilliant day out.
johnhaynesclassic.co.uk →