Ilford inColour was delivered on the 16th and 17th of August 2025. Marking Ilford first straat mural festival,bringing Ilford to life through colour, creativity, and community. Ilford inColour is a bold street art initiative transforming the town centre into a vibrant canvas of murals, installations, and live art. It’s not just about art—it’s about regeneration, […]
Thank you for joining us for Christmas in Ilford 2025 — a magical day filled with lights, music, markets, and festive fun across the town centre! Your feedback helps us make future events even better. Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a £50 prize draw, with one lucky winner announced on 31st […]
Imagine if you could take one memory with you for all eternity...what would you choose? Suspended in a bureaucratic waiting-room between life and death, a group of strangers grapple with this difficult quandary. Encouraged by enigmatic officials, they must sift through their past lives to choose their forever. The play is a surreal and powerfully […]
Imagine if you could take one memory with you for all eternity...what would you choose? Suspended in a bureaucratic waiting-room between life and death, a group of strangers grapple with this difficult quandary. Encouraged by enigmatic officials, they must sift through their past lives to choose their forever. The play is a surreal and powerfully […]
📍Redbridge Central Library and MuseumIlford, England Tech Ilford is a hands-on festival of creative tech! Mainly free and lots of fun for all the family. Join us on Saturday 13 June for Tech Ilford 2026, our annual celebration of innovation, creativity, and hands-on discovery at Redbridge Central Library and SPACE Ilford! Our festival offers exciting […]
Would you like to learn how to do programming? Join the CoderDojo at Fullwell Cross Library to learn the basics of how to do coding in Scratch, HTML, Python, and in app design. CoderDojo sessions only run during school term time. We run two sessions, one from 10:30 to 11:30 and another from 11:45 to […]
Learn the basics of how to do coding in Scratch, HTML and Python by creating fun games and animations. This event is supported by our keen volunteers. A coding club for 8-13 year olds. Every Saturday during term time. Free Must be booked in advance, contact the library to book.🎟️ Book Now
Style & Pattern parties are the event that consistently provides great vibes & energy all night long! Partying until 4am with a crazy line up as per usual! To make it even more special, we're celebrating the CEO & UK grime pioneer Sharky Major's birthday!🎟️ Book Now
Energy Healing, Spiritual Healing, and Meditation. Come along for a one to one healing experience. No booking required. Free entry but donations welcome.🎟️ Book Now
Joyfully Jewish: Getting On A night of new Jewish writing about being older, growing wiser and refusing to age gracefully. Echoes Theatre co. and THE JEWish CABARET present a night of Jewish joy. Leave the politics behind and enjoy a selection of new, short comedic plays and original musical theatre songs all about the joys […]
Join us to listen to a world of exciting stories and adventures! For parents/guardians with younger children No booking, just drop in! (Ages 5 and under)🎟️ Book Now
Join us every Monday and Friday from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a delightful Story and Rhyme Time session designed for children aged 0 to 5 years. These fun, interactive sessions are perfect for little ones and their parents or carers to enjoy stories, sing rhymes, and explore the magic of books together. It’s […]
Redbridge Music Service presents the summer term Recorder Festival, directed by Sophie Hooper at the Sir James Hawkey Hall on Tuesday 16 June 2026.🎟️ Book Now
Join us every Tuesday for a gentle, supportive walk designed for women. Meeting point: Entrance at Aberdour Road / Abbotsford Road. Enjoy fresh air, friendly company, and a safe space to stay active at your own pace.🎟️ Book Now
We'll be removing some encroaching scrub to maintain important meadow areas. Meet: Redbridge Cycling Centre, Forest Rd, IG6 3HP Please note: on 23 June, the session will involve removing dominant vegetation to maintain important meadow areas. Meet: Redbridge Cycling Centre, Forest Rd, IG6 3HP🎟️ Book Now
Join us for wonderful stories, rhymes and songs while making new friends! Our Rhyme Time sessions are for parents to attend with their children. There is no booking required, just drop in and join in. Fullwell Cross Library Tuesdays 10:00 - 10:30 Fridays 10:00 - 10:30 Hainault Library Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 For ages 5 […]
Refugee Week is the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. Coordinated by Counterpoints Arts, the festival brings people together and encourages understanding and connection through arts and culture. Taking place from 15-21 June 2026, this year’s theme is COURAGE. Our Refugee Week Films […]
Discover the art of acrylic painting in our Adult-only Evening Art Course, inspired by the scenic beauty of Hainault Forest. These relaxing, creative sessions are suitable for all skill levels and offer a wonderful way to express yourself while capturing stunning views. All sessions are led by Claire, an experienced artist, patient teacher, and proud […]
Come and join the Family History Group and find out about the history of your own family. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. No need to book, just come along and join in.🎟️ Book Now
Join us in nurturing young minds at our Stories, Rhymes and Songs club every Wednesday and Friday morning! A magical experience for kids under 5, lots of laughs, tales and musical adventures for a joyous learning experience. No booking required, Just turn up and have fun - Limited Spaces available.🎟️ Book Now
Have some fun playing scrabble while making new friends. All skill levels are welcome. No need to book, or phone ahead. Just drop in and join in. All sessions are free, and scrabble sets are provided. This will take place every Wednesday.🎟️ Book Now
Watch England take on Croatia and Ghana on our many HUGE TV walls while enjoying 90 minutes of bottomless drinks and freshly served pizza in an electric football atmosphere.🎟️ Book Now
Join our Adult Art Group this Summer Term to explore your creativity, learn new skills, and unwind in a relaxed, supportive environment guided by experienced artist, Claire. Perfect for all skill levels, materials and refreshments are provided to enhance your experience. Our theme this term is: Hainault Forest. This is a broad topic, allowing you […]
Join us for wonderful stories, rhymes and songs while making new friends! Our Rhyme Time sessions are for parents to attend with their children. There is no booking required, just drop in and join in.🎟️ Book Now
The London Ska & Reggae Festival Forest Road Recreation Ground - Hainault Friday 19th June Get ready for a huge celebration of ska and reggae music as The London Ska & Reggae Festival takes over Hainault Recreation Ground for a day of live music, great vibes and summer energy. Headlined by Maxi Priest, one of […]
The London Ska & Reggae Festival Forest Road Recreation Ground - Hainault Friday 19th June Get ready for a huge celebration of ska and reggae music as The London Ska & Reggae Festival takes over Hainault Recreation Ground for a day of live music, great vibes and summer energy. Headlined by Maxi Priest, one of […]
Introducing Stage One Unfiltered Experience the work, training, and creative development our students have achieved throughout the year. Presented in an immersive format, Stage One Unfilteredbrings audiences closer to the action, offering a unique and engaging insight into the performers journey. As this showcase embraces a raw and informal performance style outside a traditional theatre […]
Offering safe spaces for mums to connect. Free snacks and coffee, play space for children, indoor activities, peer support, and chats with other mums.🎟️ Book Now
Help us tidy up and maintain an important pond in the park. Meet: Second car park, Hainault Forest, Romford Road, IG7 4QN Please note: On the 19 June, the session will involve preserving important forest glades by controlling encroaching scrub. Meet: Second car park, Hainault Forest, Romford Road, IG7 4QN Please note: on the 26 […]
MattsBBQ - 20 Year Anniversary Edition 20 years of culture. 20 years of music. 20 years of memories. In 2026, MattsBBQ celebrates 20 years of bringing people together through music, food, culture and unforgettable energy - and this summer, we’re marking the moment the only way we know how... bigger, better and bolder than ever […]
Redbridge Outdoor Arts are excited to launch the 2026 programme with TRUTH! TRUTH! is a Dadaists take on a brighter future, a gentle call to action, a quiet rebellion. In a world so divisive & full of conflict, can we take a moment of time to rebuild our trust? TRUTH! is a highly inclusive and […]
Come join the Father's Day arts and crafts session at Hainault Library to make your very own Father's Day craft. No need to book ahead, just come by and join in. Limited materials available, first come first serve. For ages 4 - 7 years old🎟️ Book Now
A relaxed and welcoming space for adults to write, create, connect and share stories through poetry, journaling and art. All adults welcome. This will take place every fortnight. What to expect: Creative writing prompts Journaling and poetry Art activities Story sharing space Social, relaxed atmosphere 🎟️ Book Now
Inspired by Lorca, devised by Redbridge Young Theatre A dark history. A passionate love. A bloody end. In the hills of rural Spain, a Mother grieves the loss of her husband at the hands of the rival Felix family. Violent and long-standing community tensions re-emerge when she learns her son – The Groom – is […]
We have guest speakers who cover a variety of topics relating to horticulture, with light refreshments provided. During the summer months we organise outings to interesting venues with beautiful gardens.🎟️ Book Now
If you enjoy knitting and a good natter then why not come along to Fullwell Cross Library and join our friendly group. Our sessions run every other Thursday from 10:30am to 12:30pm. All sessions are free to join, and there is no need to book ahead. Just turn up, and join in.🎟️ Book Now
Come join the Giraffe themed arts and crafts session Fullwell Cross or Hainault Library to make your very own Giraffe craft. No need to book ahead, just come by and join in. Limited materials available, first come first serve. For ages 4 - 7 years old🎟️ Book Now
Community Action Day in Uphall Recreation Ground. For ages 16+ Families welcome Activities may vary: Planting Flowers, Maintaining Planted Areas, Weeding, Mulching, Watering, Pruning, Maintaining Hard Surfaces, Maintenance Projects, Leaf Removal, Updating Noticeboards, Litter Picking and Sweeping Sport Courts. 🎟️ Book Now
Come down to the library and take a try at building using our magnetic building blocks to create your very own designs and builds. These sessions run every Saturday 12:00 - 13:00. For ages 5 - 12 years old🎟️ Book Now
Redbridge Creates presents Shrek Jr Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront […]
Come and enjoy a coffee with a craft session. A meeting opportunity for ages 50+. All materials and coffee are provided. Meeting is the last Monday of each month, 1.00pm-3.00pm. Booking is required. Cost: £2 For further information please contact disdiamonds@ageukrbh.org.uk🎟️ Book Now
Join us as we continue removing invasive Himalayan balsam from the banks of the river. Meet: Roding Valley Park entrance on Uplands Road, Woodford Green, IG8 8JN🎟️ Book Now
A space for unpaid carers to meet in person and discuss what it's like to look after someone. All discussions will be kept within the group as it's a time for you to express how you're feeling. Refreshments provided. First Friday of the month.🎟️ Book Now
Presented by Redbridge Creates Performing Arts Classes Join us for a journey back in time, as we remember music, news and more from the last 10 decades. If you'd like more information on Redbridge Creates Performing Arts classes please click here . VENUE: Redbridge Drama Centre, Churchfields, South Woodford, E18 2RB🎟️ Book Now
Come join the Alice Day arts and crafts session at Fullwell Cross or Hainault Library to make your very own Alice in Wonderland craft. No need to book ahead, just come by and join in. Limited materials available, first come first serve. For ages 4 - 7 years old🎟️ Book Now
Sunday 5th July 12.00 - 5.00 pm at Valentines: a Special Open Day withSchools Prizegiving at 2pm, organised by the Friends. Entry on the day is FREE, The ticket price is for the Family Trail. Suitable for all ages. A Family History Day. Have you ever wondered who lived at Valentines over its long history? […]