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Want to go to an event?
Battersea Park in its beautiful riverside setting is host to a wide range of events throughout the year. From fashion shows to fun runs, summer drinks to Christmas parties, Remembrance Days to fireworks... our venue is as flexible as it is beautiful.

Find out more about Battersea Park and how to get here.

You can also call the events team for more information on (020) 8871 7534.

Want to arrange an event?
If you would like to organise an event in Battersea Park or Wandsworth's other parks, please contact Alison Smith, Events Manager (020) 8871 7534 or email asmith@wandsworth.gov.uk

** Please note that events need to be booked at least 2 months in advance. Larger events may require at least 10 to 12 months notice **

World Music at the Bandstand

July 17-19 Battersea Park Bandstand

Three day of world music and dance headlined by Mica Paris (Saturday night).

Friday - Simply Dancing Partners from 6.30pm-10pm

Saturday - 606 Club Sessions from 7pm-10.30pm

Sunday - World Music from 1pm-6.30pm

Download the pdf leaflet or contact 020 8871 7534 for more information.

JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2009

Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th July 2009
6.45pm start

In 2008 JP Morgan raised £50,000 for Sports Aid in their event at Battersea Park.

This year the Friends of Battersea Park will be running in the event to raise money for the Friends of Battersea Park Charity.

To sponsor the Friends team visit www.sponsor-me.org/friendsofbatterseapark

Wandsworth Parks Police Dog Control
Sunday 28th June 2009
10.30am - 6pm

Tel: 020 8871 7532

Pet lovers can enter their dogs in the annual Parks Police Companion Dog Show with obedience at Battersea Park on Sunday, June 28.
20 classes - 4 pedigree, 12 novelty and 4 obedience classes.

Entry to the show is free and the fee to enter into one of the classes is £1.50 per dog, per class.

Entries will be taken on the day from 10.30am.
Judging will commence at 12.30pm

There will be something to suit everyone at the event with stalls offering refreshments, arts and crafts and novelty items.

The Decorative Antiques and Textiles Fair

Tuesday 29th September – Sunday 4th October 2009

Opening times

Tuesday 29th - from 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 30th - from 11am - 8pm
Thursday 1st - from 11am - 8pm
Friday 2nd - from 11am - 7pm
Saturday 3rd - from 11am - 7pm
Sunday 4th - from 11am - 6pm

£8 on the door including catalogue which allows free re-entry
The Marquee - Enter via Chelsea Gate

Tel: 020 7624 5173

www.decorativefair.com

Volunteer Sundays at Thrive, Battersea Garden Project

Battersea Park

11am to 4pm (lunch provided)

Please bring family and friends if you wish, including children. Come for all or part of the day. No previous experience of gardening necessary.

For information phone John or Sue on 020 7720 2212

www.thrive.org.uk

FREE Live Music in Battersea Park

At La Gondola Cafe @ Battersea Park (Next to the boat lake).

Every Saturday & Sunday from April 4th - October 25th 2009 (weather permitting).

Come and experience live music from London's finest grassroots acts. With special guests, kids entertainment and kids dress up box.

Battersea Park Children's Zoo
The zoo offers an exciting animal experience that combines a zoo, animal encounters, play area, and relaxing cafe. The enthusiastic staff teach the young visitors about animals and conservation through enjoyment, allowing them to get up close and personal with the animals!

For information on the events held at the Zoo.

www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Battersea Park Adventure Playground

Term time. Tuesday-Friday 3.30-7pm; Saturday 11am-6pm
School holidays. Monday-Saturday 11am-6pm

Enter via Sun Gate (pedestrians) or Albert Gate (vehicles).

Further information

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