Big Vauxhall Tree Week
Sunday 10 to Sunday 17 May 2026
Big Vauxhall Tree Week celebrates the trees, wildlife and green spaces that shape this unique London neighbourhood.
Across the week, local organisations, artists and environmental experts come together for a programme of FREE walks, talks, creative workshops and wildlife events exploring Vauxhall’s urban nature.
The week culminates in the vibrant Vauxhall May Fair in Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, a weekend of plants, animals, performances and family-friendly activities.
Tree Walks
Step into Vauxhall’s greener side and experience nature in a whole new way.
Join a series of guided walks throughout the week, from lunchtime tree walks exploring Vauxhall’s urban forest, to a relaxed evening sketch walk that invites you to connect through creativity. There’s even a bat walk after dark, revealing the hidden wildlife of Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens.
Whether you’ve got an hour to spare or want to try something different after work, there’s a walk waiting for you.
FREE (optional £4 donation to Trees for Cities). Places are limited, so please register for a ticket.
Treehouse Workshop (age 13 to 21)
Design your dream treehouse!
Join local Artist Vicky Long and DSHA Architects for a hands-on day of sketching, model-making and prototyping. Bring your imagination – we’ll provide the materials.
Saturday 16 May, 11am to 4pm (part of the Vauxhall May Fair). Meet in the courtyard of Vauxhall City Farm, 165 Tyers St, SE11 5HS.
Vauxhall May Fair
The grand finale of Big Vauxhall Tree Week, in partnership with Vauxhall City Farm. A joyful spring weekend of animals, performances, plant stalls, craft activities and family-friendly fun in the Pleasure Gardens.
Maypole Dancing | Art Workshops | Sheep Shearing | Wool Spinners | Live Music | Plant Sales | Play Zone | Cuddle Corner | Face Painting | Family Farm Trail | Storytelling | Morris Dancers | BBQ | Bubbleologist | Stilt Walkers | … and more!
No need to book, just head to Vauxhall City Farm or the Pleasure Gardens and get stuck in!
Most events and activities are free, but donations to Vauxhall City Farm are welcome and encouraged. There is a small charge for face painting; please purchase a ticket for this at the Farm.
Food and drink is available to purchase at the Farm, or bring a picnic.
