Whether you’re looking for fun, glamour, well-being or an adrenaline kick, here’s an edit of music, literary, wellness and sporting festivals to mark in your diary for the year ahead.

The Boat Race sees the Cambridge University Boat Club and the Oxford University Boat Club battle it out on a 6.8km stretch of the River Thames from Putney to Mortlake in South West London. A long-serving tradition, the men's race debuted in 1829 and has been held annually since 1856, except during the First and Second World Wars (although unofficial races were conducted) and the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The first women's was held in 1927, and it's been held annually since 1964. Get to Putney, Hammersmith and Chiswick Bridges early to get a good viewpoint.

Pub In The Park, the brainchild of revered British chef Tom Kerridge, kicks off in May in Marlow and finishes in September in St. Albans. It’s the biggest food and music festival tour in the U.K. and channels everything we love about the good old British pub: delicious food, booze, music and the coming together of friends and family.

A world-famous garden show that's held over five days in May, it's brought to you by the Royal Horticultural Society. The event takes place within the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea and has showcased the best in horticulture design, floral displays and exhibits since 1912.

One of the most renowned literary festivals, Hay Festival, attracts over 100,000 visitors over 11 days with a curation of talks within the realms of literature and the arts. Held at the book town of Hay-on-Wye in Powys, Wales, for 2023, expect appearances from Dua Lipa, Margaret Atwood, The Proclaimers, Fflur Dafydd and Connor Allen of the Children’s Laureate Wales 2021-23, to name a few.

Known for fine racehorses, dining and fashion, Royal Ascot, running over five days, is a major event in the social calendar. For fashion lovers, the third day of Royal Ascot, colloquially known as Ladies Day, is ultra-glamorous, with spectacular millinery creations on display.

A celebration of organic food and drink, the festival is packed with seasonal workshops, horticultural talks, holistic wellness classes, food stalls, live music, special guests and even a dog show.

Glastonbury is one hot ticket, and if you're lucky enough to secure one, you'll enjoy the best of the music industry, from newcomers to the legends; with that, cue Elton John who will be headling the Pyramid Stage on the Sunday night. For all those who can’t make it to Worthy Farm, you can listen and watch it on the BBC.

For some sky-high entertainment, head to Cambridgeshire this June, where you can get caught up in the adrenalin-filled aviation action of the Duxford Summer Air Show. In this family-friendly two-day show, expect fast jets, aerobatics, hangars and exhibitions and a vintage steam fair. Imperial War Museums is celebrating 50 years of Duxford Air Shows this year, and for all of those attending, to mark the anniversary kids under 15 go free when a standard adult ticket is booked.

A quintessential British event, the Henley Royal Regatta is a highlight of the social season. Expect over 300 races that include Olympic rowers, and as such, it attracts thousands of visitors over the week.

Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon since it was founded in 1877. It is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, with the others being the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open. Due to its prestige, it attracts celebrities, glitterati, and leading brands such as Champagne Lanson.

For those of love motorsport and all the glitz and glamour that goes with it, Silvertone for the F1 British Grand Prix is the place to be. Enjoy the thrill of the race, trackside action, the Mahiki party with cocktails and DJs galore, dining and car-related activities.

A celebration of motorsport and car culture, the event is held in the parkland surrounding Goodwood House. The festival features modern and historic racing motors that take part in a hill climb; there's a chance to get up close and personal with F1 machinery from Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren, as well as the biggest names in motorsport. There are also immersive experiences whereby visitors can look at future tech with the First Glance Paddock and FOS Future Lab. Worry not, car lovers, the event has been scheduled to avoid a clash with the Formula One season so fans can enjoy both.

For classical music lovers, the Proms is a must-attend event. Spanning three months, there’s a series of concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. A highlight for 2022 was a performance by the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra.

Head to Henham Park in Suffolk for Latitude Festival — a destination for music, dance, comedy, poetry, theatre, literature, wellness activities and podcasts. For 2023 headliners include Pulp, Paolo Nutini and George Ezra, along with The Kooks, Metronomy and many more.

As Wilderness says, “alluring, engaging and eccentric, Wilderness combines luxury and debauchery, the serene and the silly.” And there's a lot on offer here, from music and the arts to feasting, wellness and family-friendly activities. The 2023 music line-up includes The Chemical Brothers, Christine And The Queens, and Fatboy Slim. Arts, talks and spoken word are brought to you by Ronnie Scotts and Vanessa Haynes, who'll present ‘Aretha Franklin – Queen of Soul,’ The Wilderness Orchestra, The Poetry Takeaway and Karim Kamar. On feasting, expect Ben Quinn’s banquet in the woods, Adam Handling, Masaki Sugisaki, Hunter Gather Cook and the Social Pantry. There's also yoga, forest bathing, breathwork and wild swimming, boating, horse riding, cosmic crafting and more.

For three weeks in August, Edinburgh plays host to its Festival Fringe. Here, hundreds of stages showcase the best of comedy, theatre, dance, cabaret, musicals, opera, spoken word, and exhibitions.

A festival in Victoria Park, Tower Hamlets, All Points East has named its first headliner of 2023, and it’s none other than Stormzy who will be taking the stage on Friday, 18 August. Stay tuned for other the others artists involved.

Calling all foodies, this family-friendly festival on Alex James' idyllic Cotswolds farm showcases the best food and drink with a host of delicious stalls and a VIP Chandon tent. As for entertainment, there are stages for known and upcoming performers. Camp, glamp, or park up a campervan on site, or book into a local hotel.

An explosion of vibrancy and fun, the Notting Hill Carnival offers the chance to party in the street. Expect a parade, elaborately costumed performers, steel bands and calypso music, and the taste of the Caribbean with food stalls. It’s been a must-attend London event since it was founded in 1966.

Concours of Elegance brings together some of the rarest cars from around the world, many of which have never been seen in the U.K. An event for car enthusiasts and the vintage motor community, there's a ‘Best of Show’ contest, and uniquely, the owners of the cars judge it. Alongside these, hundreds of other fine motor cars will be displayed.

Founded by Fearne Cotton, Happy Place started as her bestselling book and developed into a podcast in which she talks to thought-leaders and change-makers, from Stephen Fry on mental health to Hillary Rodham Clinton on feminism, and in this same vein, a festival formed. Anchored by themes of self-empowerment, positivity, joy and connection, expect a series of conversations, podcast recordings, breathwork, meditation and mindfulness sessions for an uplifting experience. It’ll be taking place over a weekend in July too.

Held over three days at Goodwood Circuit is The Goodwood Revival, a festival that showcases wheel-to-wheel racing around a classic circuit (it remains unchanged from its glory days of 1952). Expect Grand Prix cars from the '50s and '60s, along with sports and GT motors and historic saloon cars.

Glitterati descend upon London in December for the British Fashion Awards to celebrate excellence in the industry. Open to the public, it is an opportunity to rub shoulders with leading designers and celebrities.