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There's loads going on around the city that you might be interested in – have a look at the community events below.
If you would like us to include something on this page, please get in touch by emailing webgroup@norwich.gov.uk with details of your event.
What's on...
- Not About The Bike, a Norwich-based community group, meet every Wednesday to refurbish and recycle unwanted and old bikes, in order to offer training, voluntary work, social inclusion and work experience for all.
- N ART 2 is an art and craft initiative, based in the NR2 postcode area of Norwich, which aims to bring together artists and makers living in the area. Find out about their upcoming events at www.nart2.co.uk.
- Whether you want to start playing your favourite sport again, try a new one or get more active, Active Norfolk's Get Into programme has lots to offer, with sporting sessions and courses delivered by qualified and experienced coaches.
- Colney Woodland Burial Park host a number of events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Please see their website for a list of events they are holding throughout 2013.
- The University of East Anglia's music calendar has a variety of events throughout the year.
- Norwich Computer User Group (npcug) meets at the Royal British Legion Club, Aylsham Road, on the third Tuesday of every month at 7.45 pm. For more details, visit the club website or call 01508 480641.
- A new social bowling group meets every Monday, 10.30am to 12 noon, at the Hollywood Bowl. All welcome. For further details, call Sarah Smith on 07920 285086 or Pat Springall on 07917 503361.
- Norwich Bookworms book group meets on the first Thursday of each month, 10.30am to 11.30am, on the ground floor of The Forum's library. All welcome. For further details, call Sarah Smith on 07920 285086.
- The Goat Lane Fair takes place every Thursday, from 8am to 3pm, at the Quakers Meeting House in Upper Goat Lane (next to St Giles car park). For all your antiques, collectables, vintage and retro needs. Entry is free. For more info, call 01603 630763 or visit www.cloistersfair.com.
- The Hamlet Centre Toy Library is held every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, offering parents and carers the chance to borrow specialist toys for disabled children and young adults. Click here for more info or visit www.hamletcentre.org.uk.
- The Friends of Earlham Cemetery hold walks in the cemetery on the 14th of every month, starting at the main entrance on Earlham Road, by the cemetery office (view map). Everyone is welcome, but please be aware that no dogs are allowed in the cemetery. Times of walks vary. For more info, visit www.friendsofearlhamcemetery.co.uk. The group aims to protect, conserve and enhance Earlham Cemetery for wildlife and as a place of freedom, recreation and enjoyment for the benefit of all sections of the local community and other visitors.
Norwich City of Ale Festival - 23 May to 2 June
Norwich City of Ale is a ten-day celebration of local pubs, breweries and real ale taking place throughout the fine city. See the City of Ale website for details and all about the City of Ale Trail.
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Family Fun Day at Norwich Cathedral - Wednesday 29 May
Get creative and join us for a fun-filled day of free family activities! Lots of hands-on activities for children. Create marbled paper, illuminated letters and calligraphy. Write a poem and make a book to take home. Design a pulpit and a cross and much more! Visit the historic Cathedral Library and view the fascinating Library Centenary exhibition.
Activities suitable for children aged 4 to 12 years, younger children also welcome. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Free entry and no need to book. Just drop in at the Hostry Visitor and Education Centre any time between 10am and 3pm on Wednesday 29 May.
Grapes Hill Community Garden Big Lunch - Sunday 2 June
On Sunday 2 June, from 12 noon to 3pm, Grapes Hill Community Garden will host a bring-and-share meal as part of The Big Lunch, a national event that brings neighbours together. Bring your own food or something to share. Musicians and entertainers are welcome to come and busk to help us raise funds for the garden and entertain the crowds. The Reindeer Pub and Kitchen will also be in the garden, selling a selection of ales, wines and food from their menus. Contact us to find out more on 07729 540 482 or visit our website at www.grapeshillcommunitygarden.org.
Social Tea Dance - Thursday 6 June
On Thursday 6 June, from 2pm to 4pm, the Norman Centre are hosting a social tea dance. Why not put on your glad rags and join us for an afternoon of dance, refreshments and live music? All this for just £1 a ticket (entry by ticket only). Please purchase your ticket from reception at the Norman Centre. Tickets will be issued on a first come, first served basis. For more information about this event, call 01603 408140 or email normancentre@norwich.gov.uk.
Norwich Original Fleamarket - Saturday 8 June
The oldest, biggest and best monthly antiques and vintage fair in Norwich, recently voted ‘Best Vintage Fair 2013' in the Vintage Norwich Awards. Dealers from all over East Anglia and beyond offer a huge selection of books, breweriana, buttons, coins, ceramics, clocks, dolls, ephemera, fabrics, furniture, games, glass, jewellery, kitchenalia, lace, linens, medals, memorabilia, metalware, militaria, mirrors, pictures, postcards, prints, records, silver, stamps, tools, toys, treen, vintage clothes and accessories, watches and so much more. Every month we support a different local charity and hold a prize draw to win vouchers to spend at the fair. The next fair takes place on Saturday 8 June, from 9am to 4pm, at St Andrews and Blackfriars Halls. Entry is £1 (under 18s free). For more information, call 01603 630763 or visit www.cloistersfair.com.
Music for a Summer Evening - Saturday 15 June
The Viva Voce singers - an award winning chamber choir based in Norwich - will be performing a special concert in aid of Norfolk Community Law Service on Saturday 15 June at 7.30pm.
Music for a Summer Evening will take place at the newly restored St Stephen's Church, Rampant Horse Street (by Chapelfield Mall). The programme of renaissance and contemporary music will include works by Palestrina, Bach, Britten, Tavener, Pearsall and Rutter.
Tickets cost £10 (£8 concessions) and can be booked in advance at St George's Music Shop (01603 626414) or bought at the door.
Active Norfolk's Get Into Running - Thursday 20 June
Ever fancied giving jogging a go, but not had the confidence, people to do it with, or level of fitness? Get Into Running, Active Norfolk's new beginner's running group, begins on Thursday 20 June.
Meet at the Norman Centre every Thursday, from 9.30am, for a one-hour run. The group is free of charge and there's no need to book - just turn up.
To find out more, come along to the Norman Centre Cafe on Thursday 13 June, between 9.15am and 10.30am, for an informal chat with the coach, or contact Paul Evans on 01603 731567 or paul.evans@activenorfolk.org.
Feel The Love Norwich - Friday 5 July
Destiny Events Ltd presents Feel The Love Norwich 2013, an extraordinary evening with performances by the incredibly talented Ben Cantelon, The Moment, and Destiny with the Feel The Love Band. The event, which supports Christians Against Poverty (CAP), also features CAP's Matt Barlow as guest speaker, and takes place at Norwich's OPEN venue from 7.30pm. Tickets cost £10 per person (buy 10, get one free). Limited VIP tickets, including Club VIP - VIP Balcony Access and Buffet, are available for £25. Tickets are available to those aged over 14 years only.
Norwich Original Fleamarket - Saturday 13 July
The oldest, biggest and best monthly antiques and vintage fair in Norwich, recently voted ‘Best Vintage Fair 2013' in the Vintage Norwich Awards. Dealers from all over East Anglia and beyond offer a huge selection of books, breweriana, buttons, coins, ceramics, clocks, dolls, ephemera, fabrics, furniture, games, glass, jewellery, kitchenalia, lace, linens, medals, memorabilia, metalware, militaria, mirrors, pictures, postcards, prints, records, silver, stamps, tools, toys, treen, vintage clothes and accessories, watches and so much more. Every month we support a different local charity and hold a prize draw to win vouchers to spend at the fair. The next fair takes place on Saturday 13 July, from 9am to 4pm, at St Andrews and Blackfriars Halls. Entry is £1 (under 18s free). For more information, call 01603 630763 or visit www.cloistersfair.com.
Leeway Charity Skydive Challenge - Saturday 20 July
Challenge yourself to a tandem skydive whilst supporting Norfolk’s leading domestic violence and abuse charity, Leeway. Leeway's Charity Skydive Challenge takes place on 20 July at Beccles Airfield. Simply agree to raise a minimum of £300 in sponsorship for Leeway. Returnable registration fee required to reserve your place. For further information, or to book your place, please contact 07775 334958, email k.bage@leewaynwa.org.uk or visit www.leewaysupport.org.
Marie Curie Cancer Care - Great Wall of China Trek 2014
Challenge yourself to five days trekking along the Great Wall of China - all in aid of a good cause.
Marie Curie Cancer Care's Great Wall of China Trek is a nine-day trip to Beijing, with five days trekking. Trek the 15th century Ming Dynasty hardrock wall with local guides, before descending on local trails to experience the rural life of people in the Hebei Province.
Funds raised from this event will provide 6,000 hours of free nursing care for people with terminal cancer and other illnesses, in their own homes and in Marie Curie Cancer Care's nine hospices.
The trek takes place from 16 to 24 May 2014 and anyone over the age of 18 who is looking for a challenge is able to take part. Click here to find out more, including how to register to join the trek.
Disclaimer
Norwich City Council is not responsible for the organisation of any events and activities listed on this page, or of information provided about them. For more information about anything on this page, please use the specific contact details provided alongside each listing.
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