Summer Celebration

Name: Summer Celebration — Portsmouth Cathedral
Start: 2024-06-01T11:30:00+0100
End: 2024-06-01T14:30:00+0100
Location: Portsmouth Cathedral

Saturday 1 June 2024
11:30 am 2:30 pm 11:30 14:30

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Celebrate summer at Portsmouth Cathedral! Enjoy live music, games, BBQ, face painting, and more. Free entry, donations welcome!

Free entry!

Enjoy the vibrant spirit of summer at Portsmouth Cathedral’s Summer Celebration! From 11:30am to 2:30pm, with a variety of activities and entertainment.

Groove to the captivating sounds of jazz and easy-listening singer ‘Stacey Mogg’, as she serenades the audience with soulful melodies. Enjoy the charm of our animal farm, where furry friends will enchant visitors of all ages.

With children’s games and activities which will spark joy and laughter, the little ones will have a great time. Enjoy the classic summer flavours with a delectable BBQ, and satisfy your sweet tooth with succulent strawberries and cream.

Let your imagination run wild with enchanting face painting, where you can transform into the whimsical characters or creatures of your choice. Make a splash with the exciting ‘Douse the Dean’ game, which is sure to bring smiles and refreshment to everyone.

Join in the exciting raffle, where you could win fabulous prizes while helping a worthy cause. Explore a wide range of offerings from local businesses and charities, highlighting the best of the community.

Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated to support the Cathedral’s work and mission. Join us for a day of community and summer fun.

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