Every year in mid-to-late July, fans of Kate Bush come together to celebrate “The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever,” also known as Wuthering Heights Day or Kate Bush Day. On this unique day, participants worldwide dress in red and reenact the iconic dance from her famous music video.
The Origins of The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever
The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever began in 2013 as a creative tribute to British singer Kate Bush and her 1978 hit single Wuthering Heights. The idea was launched in Brighton, England, by performance collective Shambush! during the Brighton Fringe Festival. Their event, titled The Ultimate Kate Bush Experience, invited participants to dress in red and perform the choreography from the original music video.
Around 400 people took part in that first gathering, dancing together in a lighthearted celebration of the song’s legacy. The event was filmed and shared widely online, which helped it gain international attention. In 2016, the event was renamed The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever and began to appear in cities around the world.
The day honors both Kate Bush’s distinctive music and the novel that inspired the song—Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, published in 1847. It blends literature, music, and performance in a public and participatory way.
What Happens on the Day
On this day, fans gather in outdoor spaces—often parks or town squares—dressed in flowing red outfits inspired by Kate Bush’s iconic look in the original video. The main activity is performing the interpretive dance from the video, either by following a lead dancer or a projected tutorial. Events can also include music, picnics, costume contests, and themed activities.
While the dance is the main attraction, the broader goal is to create a shared sense of joy, play, and creativity. Many participants say the event fosters a strong sense of connection, especially among fans of Kate Bush, dance enthusiasts, and those looking for expressive, inclusive experiences.
A Growing Global Tradition
From its beginnings in the UK, The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever has grown into a global celebration. Events have been held in cities such as Melbourne, Berlin, San Francisco, Dublin, and Tokyo. In 2023, over 5,000 people took part worldwide. One of the largest gatherings that year happened in Folkestone, England, where nearly 1,000 participants danced together.
Here’s a list of some cities celebrating The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever in 2025:
- Australia: Guildford (July 19), Melbourne (July 20), Sydney (July 26)
- Denmark: Copenhagen (July 26)
- Germany: Borth (July 9), Cologne (July 20)
- Sweden: Jämtland, Offerdal, Lungret (July 26)
- United Kingdom: Edinburgh (June 7), Folkestone (July 20), Haworth and Margate (27 July), Stratford-upon-Avon (August 2)
- United States: Atlanta, Lindenhurst, NY
- Canada: Maynooth, Ontario (July 19)
- Finland: Kemi (July 20)
To find a Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever event in 2025, start by checking Facebook events, local arts or festival listings, and Eventbrite for your city. Many gatherings are organized by local fans, so following regional pages or groups dedicated to Kate Bush can help you stay updated.
Cities like Melbourne, Copenhagen, Folkestone, and Edinburgh often host well-attended events, but new locations appear each year. If you don’t see anything nearby, consider organizing your own by inviting friends to a local park, learning the dance from online tutorials, and sharing your plans on social media using the hashtag #WutheringHeightsDay.
“The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever” is a wonderful celebration that brings Kate Bush fans together through dance and nostalgia. So put on your red dress and join the dance – you might just find it’s the most fun you’ll have all year.
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📝 This article was originally published on July 29th, 2024. It has been thoroughly updated, and the publishing date has been changed to reflect the new version.
