See everything that's on over the weekend

Explore everything the Lord Mayor’s Weekend in Norwich has to offer, all in one place. From lively parades and family-friendly activities to live music, street performances, and cultural highlights, this page brings together the full programme of events happening from 10 to 12 July 2026. Whether you’re planning your visit or looking for something new to discover, browse what’s on and make the most of one of the city’s biggest celebrations.

Friday 10 July 2026

The Halls

Big Fish Little Fish 2–4 Hour Party People (5.30–7pm)

BFLF brings a family-friendly rave to The Halls featuring award-winning BFLF events, authentic dance music played safely for young ears, and a special DJ set from legendary DJ Nucleus.
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Saturday 11 July 2026

City Centre

The Procession (3–4.30pm approx.)

The Lord Mayor’s Procession 2026 is a free, colourful community parade through Norwich celebrating creativity, music, and togetherness, with this year’s “Wild About Norwich” theme highlighting the city’s nature and wildlife.
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Chapelfield Gardens

The Garden Party - from midday

Craft corner

Fairyland Crafting

Step into a world where creativity meets the natural world. The Fairyland Trust offers enchanting crafting workshops that weave together nature, storytelling, theatre and a touch of magic.
Actual reality arcade

The Actual Reality Arcade

Interactive lifesize computer games, come and play Kong, Whack!, Laser Run, Tetris, Pacman and more!
The Gamestation

The Gamestation

“Drop In. Start Up. Game on” We are a mobile gaming service that hosts events at your chosen location.
DNA Disco

DNA Kids Disco

Chapelfield Gardens Bandstand sees a full takeover by the amazing DNA Kids Disco!
Cinema City

Cinema City

Cinema City will be providing a gazebo of craft activities linked to film and television for children and their families.
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Dizzy O'Dare

Dizzy O'Dare ruffles feathers with Falconry Dismay, an anarchic and wild flight into the world of falconry shows. Showcasing the extraordinary talents of three majestic birds of prey while, our expert handler holds tight to keep the show going, you will belly laugh through the raucous, anarchic ride that is Falconry Dismay. Not to be missed!
Fraser Hooper

Fraser Hooper

Guaranteed giggles galore from internationally award-winning funnyman Fraser Hooper. This hilarious show features a stunt duck, a human fish, eccentric dancing, and the silliest boxing match you have ever seen. So get a ringside seat for a belly aching knockout performance.

Keep checking back as more entertainment and activities will be announced soon!

Live music - midday to 9.30pm

We are excited to collaborate with New Noise, an initiative in partnership between Access Creative, Norfolk Music Hub, Play Produce Promote and Pica Pica, showcasing emerging musicians from across Norfolk.
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Taf Royale

Taf Royale

Taf Royale is a South West London–born, Norwich‑based artist fusing neo‑soul, hip‑hop, grime and R&B with smooth melodies and sharp lyricism. His debut EP All Things In Time marks the rise of a globally driven new talent.
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Riya Lue

Riya Lue

Riya Lue is a soulful singer‑songwriter blending emotive vocals with deeply personal storytelling. With a lifelong roots in music, her debut release marks the arrival of an honest, feeling‑first new voice.
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Currls

Currls

Formed in Brighton in 2017, Currls have carved out a reputation as one of the UK’s most electrifying underground acts. Blending the grit of garage rock with searing punk energy and sludgy pop undertones, the trio deliver a sound that feels both chaotic and deeply cathartic.

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DH Temple

DH Temple

DH Temple is the project of Dominic Temple, blending wry, character‑driven songwriting with a full‑band live energy. A local cult favourite, he’s building momentum towards a breakthrough year of new releases and standout shows.
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May Gabriels

May Gabriels

May Gabriels is a soft R&B and pop singer crafting warm, soulful songs with smooth vocals and feel‑good, sun‑soaked melodies.
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Dad dancing

Dr DJs Dad Dancing Dispensary

The Dispensary is a high‑energy dance workshop inviting everyone to learn classic moves and embrace the joy of “dancing like a dad” with confidence and zero pressure.
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The Mink

The Mink

The Mink are an East Anglian neo‑psychedelic band blending dreamy atmospheres, groove‑led rhythms and riff‑heavy jams into a vivid, free‑flowing live experience.
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Congratulations

Congratulations

Congratulations are a chaotic, dance‑driven party troupe blending sugar‑rush hooks with feral energy, fusing fizzing guitars, caustic electronics and pounding grooves into a dizzying live spectacle.
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Guilty Pleasures

Guilty Pleasures

Guilty Pleasures is an influential club night celebrating pop without irony, turning once‑uncool classics into dancefloor staples while reshaping UK club culture and championing pop as something to be proudly enjoyed.
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Hay Hill - midday to 5.30pm

Charlie Blackwood

Charlie Blackwood

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Thomas Hubery

Thomas Hubery

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Warn

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Kitty May

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Archy Astro

Archy and the Astronauts

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Sunday 12 July 2026

The Lanes Norwich Summer Fayre

Sunshine, street beats and summer treats - The Lanes Norwich Summer Fayre returns with indie stalls, local eats, live entertainment and feel‑good festival vibes in the heart of the city.
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The Great Norwich Duck Race - from 2pm

Get ready for one of Norwich’s most charming traditions - the Great Norwich Duck Race returns, bringing a flotilla of colourful ducks, friendly competition and feel‑good fundraising fun for all ages.
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Hayhill - midday til 5pm

We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Adrian Flux Waterfront, celebrating Norwich’s grassroots scene with a curated showcase of local talent—past, present and future — through intimate live performances and DJ sets.
Hayhill
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