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Picnic In

The Park

Part of our long running summer programme, Picnic in the Park takes place on Sunday afternoons in August, within the beautiful surroundings of People's Park - a Victorian park in central Grimsby.

This free summer programme brings People’s Park’s under-used bandstand to life with national, regional and local live music, inviting residents and visitors of all ages to come along, relax, bring a picnic and enjoy. The programme celebrates local talent, hosting young musicians, local bands and choirs and enables residents to experience new and familiar sounds across world music, jazz, classical, indie and more.

The perfect intergenerational event that anyone can access and where children and families can also enjoy a range of nature activities.

Sundays in August 2026

We’re thrilled to be rolling out another brilliant summer programme in August 2026, over five summer Sundays starting Sunday 2 August (right after Everybody Loves the Sunshine). Come along, bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy some relaxed time with family and friends, or just come along solo and feel safe in the comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. As always, we will have an ice cream van and the cafe at People’s Park will be serving drinks and snacks throughout the day.

Expect a varied and vibrant mix of amazing local talent, visiting bands, live sounds and fun for all ages.

FULL 2026 PROGRAMME TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

Dates and details:

Join us from 1pm–4pm on:

Sunday 2 August

Sunday 9 August

Sunday 16 August

Sunday 23 August

and…

11am–4pm:

Bank Holiday Monday, 31 August. This special finale closing event will see us partner with Freedom Festival Hull to bring Freedom on Tour to Grimsby, featuring four brilliant outdoor arts performances. This is one you won’t want to miss!

A big shout-out to our 2026 sponsors, who we wouldn’t have been able to do it without:
Arts Council England, A P Robinson & Co, Ørsted, Harrison’s Ices, Tower Staff Recruitment, Up and Out Removals and The Bradbury Foundation plus, a special thanks to our music funder Scops Arts Trust.

Accessibility Information

We’re committed to making Picnic in the Park welcoming and accessible for everyone. Here’s the key information to help you plan your visit.

Toilets
• Accessible portable toilets are located behind the bandstand.
• Accessible toilets are also available at the café (for café customers).
• The nearest Changing Places toilet is at Grimsby Leisure Centre, Cromwell Road, Grimsby DN31 2BH

Quiet & Sensory Support
• Quiet Tent with free ear defenders, seating and some sensory toys available on site at People’s Park
• Target NEL will provide a quieter indoor sensory space and activities within the former Floral Hall community building on finale picnic on 31 August from 11-4pm.

Accessible Parking
• Blue Badge parking is available behind the bandstand via the west entrance (off Park Drive)
• Additional parking is available on surrounding streets and nearby town center car parks. (Duchess Street, Grimsby DN32 0RH is approximately 15 minutes walk away)

Seating & Viewing
• Reserved front bench for visitors with access needs.
• Level tarmac around the bandstand provides wheelchair viewing.
• Nine park benches are available and visitors are welcome to bring chairs or picnic blankets.

Paths & Terrain
• Tarmac paths are suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
• Mostly level site with some gentle slopes.
• Viewing area is on grass which may become soft after wet weather.

Need Support?
If you require support before or during the event, please contact Becky Darnell in advance becky@theculturehouse.co.uk or speak to The Culture House team at the Information Point behind the bandstand on the day. We’ll be happy to help.

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“What a great afternoon in the park. The band were amazing, such fantastic local talent - well done @theculturehousegy for yet another awesome event!”

“What a glorious afternoon it was! Never seen the park looking so busy! The singers were excellent AND the sun was shining!!”

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