Popular Event Dates in 2026 – Book Early to Avoid Disappointment

Each year, the calendar is reviewed to highlight the dates that are historically the busiest for inflatable and event hire across the North West. These dates typically include UK bank holidays, school holidays, major sporting finals and popular celebration dates such as Christmas and New Year.

Many of these dates book up well in advance and, once availability is full, it is not always possible to accommodate additional events. To help customers plan ahead, the most in-demand dates for 2026 are listed below. Early online booking is strongly recommended.

Bookings on the following dates are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Wednesday 12th August 2026 – International Youth Day

  • Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd August 2026 – National Allotments Week

  • Monday 31st August 2026 – Summer Bank Holiday

  • Friday 4th September 2026 – National Fun Day at Work

  • Monday 7th – Sunday 13th September 2026 – National Payroll Week

  • Thursday 10th September 2026 – World Suicide Prevention Day

  • Thursday 1st October 2026 – International Coffee Day

  • Monday 5th – Sunday 11th October 2026 – World Space Week

  • Saturday 10th October 2026 – Rugby League Super League Grand Final (expected – TBC)

  • Saturday 31st October 2026 – Halloween

  • Thursday 5th November 2026 – Guy Fawkes / Bonfire Night

  • Wednesday 11th November 2026 – Remembrance Day

  • Friday 13th November 2026 – Children in Need

  • Monday 16th – Sunday 22nd November 2026 – UK Disability History Month (early period)

  • Friday 4th December 2026 – Christmas Jumper Day

  • Thursday 24th December 2026 – Christmas Eve

  • Friday 25th December 2026 – Christmas Day (UK Bank Holiday)

  • Saturday 26th December 2026 – Boxing Day (UK Bank Holiday)

  • Monday 28th December 2026 – Boxing Day (Substitute Bank Holiday)

  • Thursday 31st December 2026 – New Year’s Eve

  • Friday 1st January 2027 – New Year’s Day

All dates shown in RED are days when the business is closed and unable to cover any events.

Book Early to Secure Your Date

If an event is planned on any of the dates listed above, early booking is strongly recommended. Peak dates can reach full capacity months in advance, particularly during bank holidays, school holidays and major sporting weekends.

Availability can be checked and bookings can be made online 24/7 for delivery across St Helens, Warrington, Wigan, Widnes, Liverpool and the wider North West.

This page is updated regularly as dates pass and as additional event dates are officially confirmed.

Planning an event in 2026? Contact our friendly team today to secure your preferred date before it’s fully booked!