People's Day

18/07/2022

We’re still buzzing. Thanks to everyone who came and joined the fun on 🎊

It was incredible seeing the community come together in a joint celebration of all that makes Lewisham great.

A brilliant line-up + fantastic food + wall-to-wall sunshine + lots of laughter = the perfect day!

If we could bottle the feeling, we would.

Here are some of the highlights. Stay tuned as we’ll be sharing more throughout the week.

16/07/2022

is in full swing

Come join our FREE party in Mountsfield Park.

It's on until 9pm (last entry 7.30pm) and there is something for everyone.

⭐Fantastic music
⭐Incredible performances
⭐Funfair
⭐Circus
⭐Kids entertainment
⭐Great food and drink
☀️Glorious sunshine

For a map and full listings, visit our website lewisham.gov.uk/peoplesday

15/07/2022

See you tomorrow for a community celebration like no other!

Saturday 16 July | 12 - 9pm | Mountsfield Park, Catford

It's going to be a hot one so please remember to bring water (no glass), sun cream and a sun hat!

wearelewisham.com/peoplesday

15/07/2022

⭐️Let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible line-up in store for you at tomorrow.

💙We're excited to present a unique mix of artists that celebrate the very best of Lewisham. Including this fabulous bunch of homegrown talent.

💙Catch them on the Blue Borough Stage.

The full programme is available here wearelewisham.com/peoplesday

15/07/2022

Cllr James-J Walsh, Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure, is ready and waiting to welcome you all to Mountsfield Park for tomorrow.

SE London's longest running festival is a huge community celebration with something for everyone to enjoy. See you there!

Sat 16 July | 12-9pm | Mountsfield Park | FREE

wearelewisham.com/event/peoplesday/

14/07/2022

T-minus two days until 2022!

Who’s excited? 🥳

There are a few things you should know beforehand.

▶️Last entry is 7.30pm
▶️Bags will be checked on entry so leave plenty of time, if you want to catch a particular performance
▶️No public parking – we recommend you walk, cycle or travel by public transport to the festival
▶️Please don’t bring in glass
▶️Sorry, no dogs
▶️Blue badge parking available
▶️Step-free access
▶️Accessible toilets
▶️BSL interpreter available

More info to help plan your day is available on our website lewisham.gov.uk/peoplesday

13/07/2022

Only three more sleeps to 💃🕺

We can’t wait to welcome you back. We have the most fabulous line-up, with something to cater to all ages!

Warm weather has been forecast so please remember to bring:

☑️Water
☑️A refillable bottle (NOT glass)
☑️Sun cream
☑️Sun hat

You can top up your water on site and there's plenty of shelter from the sun too.

👉 To help plan your day, please visit lewisham.gov.uk/inmyarea/events/peoples-day

Sat 16 July| 12-9pm| Mountsfield Park

11/07/2022

The countdown is officially on! People's Day is this Saturday💃🕺

Head to the Red Area for the Unit 137 10th birthday showcase, featuring:
☑️ Dem1ns
☑️ Bun Dem Out Records
☑️ Lionz Den
☑️ Síbín
☑️ Alchemy Allstars
☑️ Daisy Roots Movement

👉Sat 16 July | 12-9pm | Mountsfield Park, Catford

For full details of the programme wearelewisham.com/event/peoplesday

14/06/2022

Interested in a career in the music industry? Come along to this months Creative Futures event if you want to hear about a range of exciting and rewarding roles, and learn how to kickstart your career.

With an exciting panel of industry professionals including Grant and Joy Stacey, be sure to have your questions ready.

Taking place at Lewisham Music next Wednesday June 22 from 6pm. For more info and to book your FREE ticket, click here:
https://www.wearelewisham.com/event/music-industry/

13/06/2022

📣 This Friday is the deadline to apply for a stall at this years People's Day !
Calling all:
Crafts traders,
Businesses, charities, statutory organisations, CIC and social enterprises,
Community and voluntary organisations.
Apply now to trade or exhibit!
With over 25,000 people expected to attend this year’s festival, People’s Day is a great opportunity to promote your business or organisation.
See the link for further details and to apply for a stall 👇
https://www.wearelewisham.com/event/peoples-day/
Deadline for applications: Friday 17 June 2022
WeAreLewisham

09/06/2022

📢Are you ready? South East London's longest running FREE festival, , returns with its biggest line-up yet.

📅 Saturday 16 July
👉wearelewisham.com/peoples-day

Tippa Irie Hollie Cook Novelist Nina Rose Music All Day Breakfast Cafe

07/06/2022

Keep your eyes peeled! We have an exciting announcement coming soon. WeAreLewisham

18/03/2022

👇 Call out to get involved in the 'Climate Conversations' taking place at People’s Day this year as part of WeAreLewisham London Borough of Culture 2022 👇

📣Call out for people to take part in 'Climate Conversations'

💚We are looking for work that explores social activism and climate justice to take to the stage at People's Day on 16 July

⚠️Deadline for applications of interest 5pm 15 April

🔗Find out more and apply here: www.wearelewisham.com/climate-callout

17/03/2022

Apply online to perform, trade or exhibit at People's Day this year:
https://lewisham.gov.uk/inmyarea/events/peoples-day/perform-trade-or-exhibit

10/03/2022

Apply to perform at this year's People's Day with WeAreLewisham, details below 👇

Apply to perform at People’s Day!

People's Day is back on 16 July 2022 as part of the We Are Lewisham, London Borough of Culture programme.

We are seeking performers to make it the best one yet.

Find out more and apply here:
www.wearelewisham.com/performer-call-out-peoples-day-2022

09/04/2020

With much sadness we are postponing this year's festival. We hope to have a get together later in the year. In the meantime, take care and stay safe.

07/04/2020

The sun may be shining, but now is not the time to be hanging out with friends, going for a family picnic, or sunbathing.

Follow the guidelines to protect yourself, the NHS and save lives.

07/04/2020

If you're heading out for essential shopping this morning, make sure to from others.

Follow the instructions given to you by shop staff and stay at least 2 metres away from others.

07/04/2020

Today is and more than ever we are so grateful to all nurses and midwives, especially on the frontlines in the fight against .
On behalf of everyone in Lewisham, our heartfelt thanks for your commitment and hard work.

07/04/2020

The NHS has launched a survey to help understand how and where is affecting people.

Take part here if you have symptoms:
www.nhs.uk/coronavirus-status-checker

06/04/2020

Our parks are looking beautiful at the moment. But please keep yourself and others safe when exercising:

✅ Do
Stay as local as possible
Keep at least 2 metres from others
Respect our staff
❌ Don’t
Gather in groups
Have picnics
Sunbathe

06/04/2020

Thank you to everyone for helping to keep Lewisham’s parks safe and open by following the government guidance:
✅ Do
Stay as local as possible
Keep at least 2 metres from others
Respect our staff
❌ Don’t
Gather in groups
Have picnics
Sunbathe

06/04/2020

You can play a part in stopping the spread of .

If you need to go out, make sure to keep 2 metres apart from others when:
🛒 shopping
🏃‍♀️ exercising
🚇 travelling

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06/04/2020

"Exercising is good for all of us as it helps to keep our mind and body healthy" -


You may go outside once a day to exercise. This includes going for a:
🚶 walk
🏃‍♀️ run
🚴 cycle

You must stay at least 2 metres away from others.

05/04/2020

If you have to leave the house this weekend, remember to stay 2 metres (over 6ft) away from other people at all times.

Wash your hands as soon as you get home.

04/04/2020

Heading to the park today for your daily exercise? Remember:

✅ Do
Stay as local as possible
Keep at least 2 metres from others
Respect our staff

❌ Don’t
Gather in groups
Have picnics
Sunbathe

04/04/2020

Lewisham's parks are open this weekend but please follow government guidance and keep at least 2 metres apart to protect yourself and others from coronavirus.

Our outdoor facilities including play areas, outdoor gyms, skate parks and BMX tracks are closed until further notice.

04/04/2020

Anyone can get it, anyone can spread it.

Stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

03/04/2020

Lewisham's parks remain open but please follow government guidance and keep at least 2 metres apart to protect yourself and others from coronavirus.

Our outdoor facilities including play areas, outdoor gyms, skate parks and BMX tracks are closed until further notice.

03/04/2020

Only leave your home for essentials such as food or medicine, for work, or to exercise.

When you do, you MUST from others.

🚶🏼‍♂️ ⬅️ [2 metres] ➡️🚶🏾‍♀️

02/04/2020

Tonight is once again our chance to say thank you to all the amazing carers across Lewisham for their selfless dedication. At 8pm tonight let's

02/04/2020

It's vital that we all do things to maintain positive whilst we all . Our friends at want to know what you are doing to stay happy and healthy whilst you are at home. Let them know via www.good-thinking.uk

02/04/2020

We've been in touch so far with more than 4,000 businesses eligible for grant funding. Our business support team can provide guidance and signpost to other business support recently announced by the government. For more info visit: http://ow.ly/MJfE50z3csm

02/04/2020

Stressed or bored by having to stay indoors? Remember everyone feels the same right now - brothers, sisters - and parents! Why not ask your parents or guardian what you can do to help them? Share your stories about what you are doing to keep your spirits up via .

02/04/2020

We'll be joining the nation to applaud everyone working on the frontline of health and social care at 8pm tonight Please join us to show your appreciation and share your photos and videos using the hashtag

02/04/2020

This evening at 8pm, residents across Lewisham will once again to show our appreciation for doctors, nurses and all those at the frontline tackling COVID-19.

02/04/2020

Exercise is essential to keeping your mind and body in good health.

You can leave your home once a day to walk, run, or cycle.

Stay at least 2 metres apart from anyone else outside.