Summer In Town Events

Luton town centre is set to come alive this summer with a free programme of exciting family-friendly events starting next week — and there’s something for everyone!

From outdoor cinema screenings to dance workshops and storytelling sessions, the ‘Summer in Town’ line-up promises to keep the whole family entertained through the holidays.

🌿 At Hat Gardens Pocket Park

• Storytelling on the Steps returns every Friday at 3pm from 25 July to 29 August, enchanting children with magical tales in a cosy outdoor setting.

• The much-loved Summer Outdoor Cinema is back on Saturday 23 August, showing:
  🎬 Inside Out 2 (3pm)
  🐻 Paddington in Peru (5pm)
  🧙‍♀️ Wicked (7pm)
  Bring a blanket, grab a bean bag, and enjoy a movie night under the stars by the River Lea!

🎭 At Market Hill Amphitheatre

• Dance, play and move at Taleshaker Tuesdays every Tuesday from 29 July to 26 August, with fun-filled sessions at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm.

• On Saturday 16 August (12pm–4pm), immerse yourselves in vibrant culture with a special Indian Dance Workshop. Learn Bollywood-Bhangra moves and get creative with mandala art.

🎪 In St George’s Square

• Join us for Square Play Day on Saturday 26 July (11am–4pm)! Enjoy a day packed with activities including mini golf, circus skills, soft archery, and pavement chalking fun.

🎁 Win a £150 Toy Voucher!
Take part in the Summer in Town Prize Trail. Attend at least three different events, collect a secret word at each, and enter for a chance to win a £150 toy voucher!
👉 Find out more at: place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/summerintown

🌞 More Summer Fun Across the Town Centre

• Summer Sounds brings live music to the streets on selected Saturdays.

• Morning Yoga at Hat Gardens returns every Tuesday from 29 July to 2 September.

• Fitness in the Square offers free community boxing sessions every Wednesday evening from 23 July to 27 August.

• Plus, catch live sports screenings throughout the summer, including the Women’s Euros and The Hundred Cricket!

These fantastic events are made possible thanks Step Forward Luton and funding from the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

Come along, join the fun, and make the most of summer in Luton! ☀️