What's on
From community gatherings to creative pop-ups, here are just a few of the great events taking place.
Feeling inspired? Get in touch, we’d love to help you host your own!
Africa Day and Fashion Show
🗓️ Monday 25 May (Bank Holiday) ⏰ 11am – 6pm
Come and celebrate Africa Day 2026 with us!
This year, we’re bringing something extra special by combining our Africa Day celebrations with the Maker’s Yard Fashion Show, proudly supporting small businesses based at Makers’ Yard, Union Yard, Aldershot.
This is a FREE, family-friendly day packed with live entertainment, culture, and vibes — plus delicious African and Caribbean food & drinks you won’t want to miss!
Music and Poetry: 4th Edition
We are delighted to announce the 4th edition of Music & Poetry, presented by Xoanxos Gallery in the heart of Aldershot at Makers’ Yard, Union Yard.
Join us on Friday 29 May from 6:30pm–8:30pm for an evening celebrating local creativity through live music, spoken word, and poetry in a welcoming community setting.
Victoria Day 2026
Victoria Day returns on Saturday 6 June, 10am–4pm!Step into a day packed with folklore, fairy tales and storybook surprises across Aldershot town centre. 
Meet roaming woodland fairies
Spot a fire-breathing dragon
Marvel at the Bubble Wizard
Watch mythical street performers
Get creative with face painting
Build a Lego monster
Try circus skills with Steamship Circus
Visit the Post Office of Possibilities
Explore the magical Shed of Stories
Enjoy live music & dance across two stages
Taste world street food
Browse 60 craft & community stalls Don’t miss the fairy-tale carnival parade at 11am! A dazzling celebration of costumes, characters and the unique stories that make our community shine.Step into the story with us!
