The big day
Saturday is the heart of Lord Mayor’s Weekend, featuring the flagship Lord Mayor's Procession and a city filled with colour and celebration.
Chapelfield Gardens hosts family activities, entertainment and live music in a relaxed, festival-style atmosphere. Live performances at Hay Hill add to the buzz, making Saturday the standout day of the weekend.
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The Procession
Join the Lord Mayor, Snap the Dragon and a vast array of floats, parading through the city streets!
The Garden Party - Chapelfield Gardens
Family entertainment, street theatre, artisan food, crafting, facepainting and more!
Live music - Chapelfield Gardens
New talent, established acts. surprise sets, DJs and even competitive dad dancing, the park will be alive with the sounds of Norwich!
Hay Hill
Norwich's best open air performance space will host a weekend of live music from the city's freshest new performers and established acts!
Looking for a calmer way to enjoy the day?
Relax at The Halls before the Procession
Drop into The Halls for free activities, live performances (11am–3pm), and a relaxed indoor space - plus a dedicated quiet area in the Crypt. Grab a drink, explore the building, and dip in and out of games and crafts.
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Norwich Market
Norwich Market is proud to support the Lord Mayor’s Weekend by adding even more excitement to the celebrations. We’ll be creating a dedicated seating area on Gaol Hill, ideal for soaking up the atmosphere while enjoying the market’s much‑loved food and refreshments.
There’ll also be a great line‑up of face painting, music, and family-friendly entertainment, with our retail stalls joining in the fun to create a vibrant, feel‑good celebration for all.
