EVENTS – 2026
Free events organised by Friends of Eaton Park. Events may be subject to changes. Check Facebook for updates.
Birds and Wildflowers Nature Walk
Thursday 30 April, 6pm to 7.30pm
A gentle saunter round the park bird watching, listening for bird song and looking for wildflowers. Led by naturalist Chris Durdin.
Meet at the bandstand
City of Norwich Brass
Sunday 31 May, 2pm to 4pm
Songs from the shows, film music and traditional favourites on the bandstand. There’s plenty of seating but bring a blanket or cushion and, if you want the shade or shelter of the colonades, bring a camping chair. For more about this great local band click here.
On the bandstand
Sponsored by Eaton Park Community Association
Trees Walk with Richard Hobbs
Thursday 11 June, 6pm to 7.30pm
Our park is an arboretum for Norwich and Richard is wonderful at introducing the trees and their fascinating characteristics. Not to be missed!
Meet at the bandstand
Cawston Band
Sunday 28 June, 2pm to 4pm
Songs from the shows, film music and traditional favourites on the bandstand. There’s plenty of seating but bring a blanket or cushion and, if you want the shade or shelter of the colonades, bring a camping chair. For more about this great local band click here.
On the bandstand
Sponsored by Eaton Park Community Association
Taverham Band
Sunday 5 July, 2pm to 4pm
Songs from the shows, film music and traditional favourites on the bandstand. There’s plenty of seating but bring a blanket or cushion and, if you want the shade or shelter of the colonades, bring a camping chair. For more about this great local band click here.
On the bandstand
Sponsored by Eaton Park Community Association
Wildflower & Meadows Walk
Thursday 23 July, 6pm to 7.30pm
A tour of the meadows, woodlands and verges of Eaton Park in search of the many wildflowers that make this city park their home. Led by expert Jeremy Bartlett with help from Vanna Bartlett who will identify any insects we see.
Meet at the bandstand
Norwich City Concert Band
Sunday 23 August, 2pm to 4pm
Songs from the shows, film music and traditional favourites on the bandstand. There’s plenty of seating but bring a blanket or cushion and, if you want the shade or shelter of the colonades, bring a camping chair. For more about this great local band click here.
On the bandstand
Sponsored by Eaton Park Community Association
Bat Walk with Norfolk Bat Group*
Thursday 17 September, 7.15pm to 9pm
Meet local expert, Lindsay Bilston and find out more about bats and how to encourage them where you live. We’ll start in the Bandstand with an introductory talk. At around 7.30pm we’ll set out on a bat walk using detectors to track down and identify bats in Eaton Park.
Free activity. Drop in, come for as little or as long as you like.Children 7+ welcome
Meet at the bandstand
* If conditions are very bad and we have to cancel, we will re-schedule at short notice using Whatsapp and Facebook to tell people. To go on the Whatsapp list email info@friendsofeatonpark.co.uk with your first name and mobile.
Heritage Open Day
Sunday ? September (to be comfirmed)
Drop in talks and walks with our volunteer park historians. Look out for full details in the Heritage Open Days brochure.
At the Friends Room near the bandstand
Fungus Day
Sunday 25 October, 1pm to 4pm (to be comfirmed)
Join mycologist Kay Yeoman from UEA to find out more about the fascinating world of fungi. A sociable event where people of all ages share their interest and enthusiasm for fungi.
In the Friends Room, by the bandstand
Eaton Park Christmas Sing-along
Friday 18 December, 6pm to 7pm
Eaton Park Cafe open all day, last orders 7pm
Our popular festive community sing-along celebrates the end of term, mid-winter and Christmas. On the night we’ll have free songsheets but you can also download a song sheet to use on your phone. Eaton Park Café will be serving tasty festive fare and Father Christmas will be on hand to welcome everyone.
This Christmas singalong is free for all to attend. We welcome donations to support the work of Friends of Eaton Park – ‘helping eaton Park thrive’.
ACTIVITIES
Gardening
Every first Thursday of the month from 10am to midday. Meet at the Friends Room in the rotunda (by the bandstand). Weeding, pruning, planting and general care of several flower beds in the Eaton Park. Equipment and gloves provided or bring your own. We usually finish with coffee in the cafe.
The group sometimes does occasional extra days bulb planting or doing simple woodland work. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner, this group is a great place to learn. It’s also very sociable!
Gardeners get monthly reminders and updates. To find out more just come along on the day or email info@friendsofeatonpark.co.uk
Sessions may not take place in deep winter or if the weather is very bad.
Eaton Park Community Cycle Club
These free led cycle rides take place at weekends and, during the summer, on mid-week evenings. There’s always a pitstop for coffee and cake, or a pint! To go on the mailing list email cycling@friendsofeatonpark.co.uk.
Click here for full details of the rides and for details of cycle initiatives in Eaton Park.
Schools Group
We regularly work with local schools, using the park six times a year as an inspiration for art, as a resource for activities learning about the natural world and the changing season, caring for the environment, and culminating at the end of each year with a celebratory picnic together. In particular we have developed a strong link with Ash class from Bluebell Primary school.To find out more or to ask about getting involved please email info@friendsofeatonpark.co.uk
Band days and other events
We put on several free events a year. Check out the events list (also on this page) for details. Broadly they include music, heritage and nature events. We need help setting up, chatting with the public or showing them round displays in our room. You can come for just an hour or spend longer if you like.
Event days are a good way to meet other members, get to know more about the park and be part of running a lovely event! You might also find yourself signing up a new recruit as events are a great way for park users to find out what the Friends are about.
You don’t need a lot of experience but it’s helpful if you’re relatively mobile and relatively sociable! To find out more or ask about getting involved email info@friendsofeatonpark.co.uk