Famous for its fountain, spectacular art decor, Grade II listed Town Hall and surrounding gardens, Waltham Forest has launched ‘Summer Starts Here at Fellowship Square’, a programme of activities for everyone to enjoy during the summer holidays. Steeped in cultural history with a public space larger than Trafalgar Square, it plays host to a bumper six weeks of free and ticketed events.
‘Summer Starts Here at Fellowship Square’ invites residents and visitors, of all ages, to a range of experiences including a variety of arts and crafts, exhibitions, cultural festivals, sports, performances, summer markets and more. Each week the theme will change featuring activities like 3D modelling and printing, meet insects, martial arts, Full Moon and Gong yoga, play musical instruments and enjoy dance taster sessions to name a few. There is truly something for everyone, keeping the whole community entertained.
At the centre of the square stands the much-loved high tech Fellowship Square Fountains, a go-to destination for the whole family this summer holiday. Visitors can expect multi-coloured lights, illuminating over 144 water jets, bringing dramatic displays and performances to life. With an early morning welcome to an evening finale, the fountains provide a wonderfully peaceful and relaxing experience with the reflection pool, inviting passers-by to enjoy a moment of calm and meditation by the fountain. Throughout the rest of the day, it is programmed with gentle and active jet displays ensuring there’s fun, laughter, and enjoyment for all ages and especially handy for hot days!
FREE event highlights include:
Six Weeks of Summer Fun at Fellowship Square
Saturday 22 July – Friday 1 September – FREE entry
With most activities FREE to take part in, ‘Summer Starts Here at Fellowship Square’ will host lawn games, pop up libraries and even a board game hub – a fantastic way to get together with family and friends. With summer markets every weekend – expect vintage goods, arts and crafts, garden and homeware, fashion, accessories and health and well-being.
Not only that, but Fellowship Square also offers a variety of food and refreshment vendors, appealing to all tastes, fussy to finessed. Food and drinks options include Delice, London Braai, Town Hall Café, Sheebakes, Old Station Yard Cafe and more.
Waltham Forest Pride
Saturday 29 July Midday – 8pm – FREE entry
To bring the whole community together, East London Out Project will be hosting Waltham Forest Pride. Brought to life with local talent and the LGBTQIA+ community, the day will be filled with fantastic performances, talks from local speakers, delicious food, and refreshments, and of course, music and dancing! Thanks to the Fellowship Square Arts and Culture Grant from the London Borough of Waltham Forest there will be plenty to enjoy and celebrate Pride. Ticketed free event here.
Culture Fest: The Carnival Edition
Saturday 12 August Midday – 8pm – FREE entry
Inspired by the 75th Windrush celebrations, this year Fellowship Square will host a fun and colourful carnival, bringing together Caribbean and British Culture. Visitors will enjoy multicultural food stalls, arts, crafts, markets, interactive workshops, and performances throughout the day.
Breakdown of weekly themes:
All summer – Fellowship Fountains
22 – 28 July – Sport & Dancing
29 July – 4 Aug – Pride, Music & Performance
5 – 11 Aug – Science & Nature
12 – 18 Aug – Wizardry & Magic
19 – 15 Aug – Arts & Entertainment
26 Aug – 1 Sept – Carnival
