The Asylum Steampunk Festival
When27–31 August 2026
WhereThe Lawn, Union Road, Cathedral Quarter, LN1 3BL Lincoln
TypeCulture festival
The Asylum Steampunk Festival, also known as Weekend at the Asylum, is a Victorian-inspired steampunk gathering held in Lincoln's historic Cathedral Quarter. Daytime activities include markets, parades and exhibitions in the streets around Lincoln Castle and Cathedral, with evening events at venues across the city. In 2026 it takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend, from Thursday 27 to Monday 31 August.