Norwich Events

Norwich City Council Outdoor Events Programme 2009

Welcome to this year’s programme of outdoor events. The information below gives an overview of the events and will be updated in May with further details.

If you have any queries please email: events@norwich.gov.uk

Spring Events

Easter Funfair              10 to 13 April    Chapelfield Gardens

French Market              10 to 13 April    Gentleman’s Walk

The ever-popular French Market with a few additional stalls will be returning to Norwich City Centre this year at Easter. There will be over 30 stalls of authentic French produce including the essential cheeses, olives, garlic and French bread.

For further information:

French Market:  www.brunomart.com

Contact: Event Coordinator Vicki Blake

Tel: 01603 212138 email: victoriablake@norwich.gov.uk

Summer Events

Bandstand Concerts     Sundays in June-August TBC

Local bands will be performing in the city’s park bandstands. All concerts begin at 3pm.

For further information:

Contact Event Coordinator Vicki Blake

Tel: 01603 212138 email: victoriablake@norwich.gov.uk

Lord Mayor’s Celebration         9 - 12 July

Four days of celebrations including a street procession, fireworks, a two day music festival, funfair, outdoor theatre, cinema and comedy, dancers, street artists and lots more. This is the city’s biggest community celebration and is set in the heart of the streets of Norwich.

For further information:

Contact: Senior Event Coordinator Fiona Roberts

Tel: 01603 212136 email: fionaroberts@norwich.gov.uk

Tel: 01603 212138 email victoriablake@norwich.gov.uk

For application forms:

Openstages                              July – September  TBC

A summer celebration of local theatre. Not only will there be many performances in venues across the city, but a series of free outdoor performances in the parks and open spaces. A full programme will be available in May.

For further information:

Contact: Event Coordinator Ellie Diver

Tel: 01603 212219 email: elliediver@norwich.gov.uk

Children’s Summer Holiday Activities 28 July – 30 August

Looking for something to do with the children this summer? There are many free activities for children in the parks and open spaces to keep them amused for hours! Visit one of our open spaces with all they have to offer or attend one of the free events below organised for children.

ChildPlay Outdoor Theatre

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 31 July to 30 August

Free outdoor performances in the open spaces during the summer holiday to enchant and delight children. Sponsored by Marsh

For further information:

Contact: Event Coordinator Ellie Diver

Tel: 01603 212219 email: elliediver@norwich.gov.uk

KidZone          

Every Wednesday from 29 July to 26 August

Action packed days of fun for children during the summer holidays. The events are free and set in various open spaces around the city. Activities include: arts and crafts, sports, music, performances, interactive workshops and lots more.

For further information:

Contact: Event Assistant Liz Wimms

Tel: 01603 212126 email: lizwimms@norwich.gov.uk

Punch & Judy on Tour              

Every Tuesday & Thursday from 28 July to 27 August

Punch & Judy shows will be visiting 20 local neighbourhoods with 2 shows a day in different areas at 11am and 2pm. These events are for people living within walking distance of the park as there are no parking provisions.

For further information:

Contact: Event Assistant Liz Wimms

Tel: 01603 212126 email: lizwimms@norwich.gov.uk

Art on the Railings       Dates TBC      

Norwich City Council, along with St Peter Mancroft Church, is offering local artists the opportunity to display and sell and their artwork on the church railings in the heart of the city each month.

Autumn Events           

Speciality Craft Market                         9 - 11 October

Visit this craft market, sample food from across the continent and start your Christmas shopping early.

www.brunomart.com

Contact: Event Coordinator Vicki Blake

Tel: 01603 212138 email: victoriablake@norwich.gov.uk

Sparks in the Park                                7 November

The best firework displays for miles, fantastic entertainment including fire sculpture, roadshow and funfair. Two firework displays at Earlham Park one for children at 6:30pm and the Big Bang Spectacular at 8:30pm.

For further information:

Contact: Senior Event Coordinator Fiona Roberts

Tel: 01603 212136 email: fionaroberts@norwich.gov.uk