Enjoy free family fun at the Mayor's Garden Party

On Sunday 11 May 2025, the Mayor of Dacorum, Cllr Brenda Link, will be hosting a free Garden Party at Sunnyside’s Hemel Food Garden (HP3 9BY).

This community event will run from 11am to 3pm and will feature free entertainment from local performers, including Hemel Hempstead Theatre Company, Dacorum Community Choir, Hemel Symphony Orchestra, Indian Dancers and The Hemel Hempstead Band.

A variety of free activities will be on offer for all the family, including face painting, balloon modelling, yoga with Boxmoor Yoga, Arts and crafts with Anna’s Funky Art, games and charity stalls.

A range of food and drink will be available including Sunnyside’s café and pizza oven, and a mobile bar. There will also be some tempting sweet treats, including homemade cakes and ice cream.

Mayor of Dacorum, Cllr Brenda Link, said: “I’m looking forward to hosting the Mayor’s Garden Party in the lovely setting of Sunnyside’s Hemel Food Garden. It will be wonderful to see the community come together to enjoy entertainment from talented local performers and free children’s activities, while helping to support our local charities.”

James Cook, Managing Director for Cardo (South and Central), said: “At Cardo, we’re passionate about supporting the communities we work in – not just through our projects, but by backing events that bring people together and make a real difference.

“We’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of this special event, helping to raise awareness for local charities and providing families with a fun day to remember. Partnering with the council on events like the Mayor’s Garden Party helps to build a stronger, more connected community for everyone.”

The event is being sponsored by Cardo and Bugler Developments.

Parking on site will be very limited, so those attending the event are encouraged to park at nearby Durrants Hill car park, in Apsley.

Further information about the Mayor’s Garden Party is available on our Mayor's Garden Party 2025 page and social media channels.