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Published:
23 June 2026
Families are being invited to join Hillingdon Council’s free afternoon of fun activities and entertainment at its Mayor's Picnic in the Park on Saturday 11 July, from midday until 5pm.
Hosted by the Mayor of Hillingdon, Cllr Reeta Chamdal, the popular event takes place this year at The Closes park, West Drayton and promises a packed programme of live music, dance and amusement for all ages.
The stage will showcase a vibrant line-up of performers, including the Candy Girls, with their vintage classics, and local acts, including five different bands from Hillingdon Music Service, the Queensmead School Band and Bishopshalt School Steel Pans.
Visitors can also enjoy some dazzling dance moves and acrobatics from acts including, Freedom of Dance, AnyBodyCan Dance, Zumba Dance and the GLL Gymnastics Group.
There will be plenty to keep children and families entertained throughout the afternoon.
Highlights include:
- appearances by Elsa from Frozen, Optimus Prime from the Transformers and Captain Fantastic
- Punch and Judy shows
- face painters and balloon artists
- climbing wall and inflatable assault course
- mobile petting farm
- a fire engine
- Hillingdon Libraries graffiti wall and mobile library.
Council teams will also be hosting information stalls from key services, including libraries, children's services, the youth and adolescence team, giving residents the chance to find out more about local provision and support.
Cllr Chamdal said: “I’m delighted to be hosting this year’s Picnic in the Park. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate local talent, enjoy one of our lovely parks with friends and family, and relax with a picnic while being entertained.
“I’m really looking forward to meeting people from across the borough, so save the date, come along and say ‘hello’, gather your friends and family, bring your picnic and something to sit on.
“Many thanks to Heathrow Airport Limited, J McCanns Ltd and O’Hara Bros Ltd for kindly supporting this year’s event.”
Find out more about the Mayor's Picnic in the Park and see the full programme at discover.hillingdon.gov.uk/mayors-picnic