Things are a little different this year – Wimbledon BookFest is hosting not one, but two LIVE in-person summer events on Wimbledon Common! “Sunrise” comprises 40 talks, readings, discussions and workshops spanning fiction, poetry, politics, nature, art, fashion, music, lifestyle and spirituality, including events for young people and schools. The programme features a range...
Events in Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON BOOKFEST: SUNSET
The second of Wimbledon BookFest’s 2021 events on Wimbledon Common. Details will be released shortly so keep checking the BookFest website and social media. Details Start: September 15 @ 5:00 pm End: September 19 @ 5:00 pm Event Category: Wimbledon Common Event Tags: bookfest, books, culture, Family Events, Literary Events Website: www.wimbledonbookfest.org Organiser Wimbledon BookFest Website: https://www.wimbledonbookfest.org/...
150th Anniversary Games Day
August 15th A series of events being held in celebration of Wimbledon & Putney Commons 150th anniversary kicks off with the Anniversary Games Day in August. More details to follow....
BioBlitz Weekend of Nature
June 25 @ 8:00 am – June 27 @ 5:00 pm Wimbledon & Putney Commons’ first event of the year – an annual weekend of nature focusing on our flora and fauna. There will be walks focusing on small mammal, bats and moths, butterflies and dragonflies, along with a general nature walk....
MERTON GARDEN STREETS
Merton Garden Streets is a volunteer-led initiative from the Merton Climate Action Group to get everyone out planting up their streets. The aim is to create a greener borough that’s wildlife-friendly, cooler, has better drainage, protection from pollution, and aids well-being. All Merton residents are invited to take part. The first planting day...
I CANN HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FESTIVAL
Following the successful inaugural event in 2020, the I CANN Festival will once again take place in the calm oasis of the Italian Garden. The programme starts on Friday 11 June at 5 pm with Pilates to unwind your week, followed by Yoga to unwind and relax. Saturday 12 June classes run from...
LOVE WIMBLEDON MONTHLY LOCAL MARKET ON THE PIAZZA
Unleash your inner foodie and savour the aromas of freshly baked artisan bread and pies, dive into decadent desserts, olives and cheese or enjoy the hot food on offer. The Love Wimbledon Local Market on The Piazza takes place monthly, from March to November, celebrating the creativity and diversity of...
WEEKLY QUIZ NIGHT
Quiz nights are back at The Alexandra! Owner Mick continued to provide the community with fun and entertainment during lockdown, changing the quiz to a virtual one, but now as restrictions have eased, the quiz is back in person! Every Monday at 8pm. #LoveLocal VENUE The Alexandra Pub 33 Wimbledon Hill...
MEET UP MONDAYS
Community guru and the all-round lovely owner of The Alexandra pub, Mick Dore, is restarting his ‘Meet Up Mondays’ event to show support for those who are lonely in the area. Simply come along and enjoy free tea, coffee, sarnies, and take part in bingo, a raffle or a fun...
FRIZZLE QUIZZLE
The Great Frizzle Quizzle returns! Sunday night pub quizzes at The Old Frizzle have returned (inside), every Sunday at 8pm. Enjoy delicious food off their new menu and enjoy being back at your local pub. Amazing prizes to be won, including: 1st place: £50 cash prize 2nd place: £30 food...