Horniman Spring Fair

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Join in with seasonal fun and games at the Spring Fair this April! Enjoy music, crafts, street food, bubbles and lots more.

Music on the Bandstand

Enjoy music, dancing, games and general disco fun on the Bandstand.

  • 11.30am – 12.30pm – Minijam
  • 1pm – 3.30pm – Fun-omenal Parties

Fete games

It’s time for the whole family to get competitive. How far can you toss a welly? Who’ll win at the coconut shy? And can you hook that duck?

Circus skills

Roll up, roll up, the spectacular Project Hoop has rolled into town! Get ready to juggle, spin and twirl as you learn circus skills that will dazzle and delight!

Smallympics

11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm

One trolley, two umpires and classic eccentric games for all.

With leader boards, world records, medals, trophies and ‘hard but fair’ rule enforcement. A mixture of show, walkabout, installation, and a sports day with twists, all-comers welcome. Watch, take part, cheer on.

Events include:

  • Catch the running umpire
  • Hurl the dog (cuddly toy)
  • The Smallympic torch relay
  • Egg and spoon race
  • Cuddly toy catch

Family craft corner

Come and have messy fun in our craft corner, design and decorate your own Easter bonnet to wear!

Bouncy castles and face painting

Please note these activities are an additional fee.

Plus lots of delicious food traders!

Colourful bunting with blue sky behind
Enjoy the springtime vibes
A young girl is at a table holding a pritt stick of glue
Get crafty
Bandstand Terrace and Bandstand dotted with people and stalls
Delicious food stalls on the Bandstand

Ticket information

  • This event will take place whatever the weather and refunds will not be offered in the case of bad weather.
  • All members of your group, including children under the age of two, will need a ticket.
  • This event is outside in the Horniman’s beautiful Gardens, please dress appropriately for the weather on the day
  • The Gardens will be accessible to ticket holders only. Reduced-cost tickets for the Butterfly House will also be available on the day for event attendees.
  • Read the terms and conditions

Accessibility

  • If you have access requirements and would like to speak to someone in advance of the event, please call 020 8699 1872 or email venuehire@horniman.ac.uk
  • If you are a Blue Badge holder and would like to park onsite, please see our Access page for more details.

Crowds and seating

  • There will not be a dedicated quiet area in this event. For a quieter space please try the South Downs part of the Gardens.
  • The South Downs has a few benches and is a grassy area with limited concrete paths. This area of the Gardens also has a sloping ground and during wet weather it may not be suitable for wheelchair users or anyone who is unstable on their feet.
  • Buggies are allowed on site, however there is no buggy park.

How do I get into the event on the day?

The Spring Fair will take place in the Gardens by the Bandstand. Please enter the site via the main entrance on London Road – walk up the Avenue and you will find the ticket gate directly ahead of you. This will be the only access point for ticket holders. The entrance on Horniman Drive will not be open.

Terms and Conditions

  • Parents remain responsible for their children at all times. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets cannot be exchanged for other Horniman activities.
  • Please be aware that events are standing / dancing with limited seating, although of course you can sit on the ground. Please give those with access needs priority to seating.
  • Please do not bring your own alcoholic drinks with you as these will be confiscated at the entrance gate. We will be running bags checks. You are welcome to bring baby food with you.
  • We may photograph or film small parts of the event and by entering, you are giving permission for these to be used by Horniman for promotional purposes.
  • Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead at all times.