FRINGE EVENT: Artsite Alternative Life Drawing
A relaxed, theatrical life drawing session with costumed models.
The Hop, 7-9 pm
£15 on the door, Walk in
Artsite
FRINGE EVENT: Pete Allen Jazz Club
Pete Allen Jazz Club - Live Music at the Swindon Arts Centre
7:30pm
£21.50
Book via swindontheatres.co.uk
FRINGE EVENT: Cirencester Band – Live in the Park
Performance from the Cirencester Band as part of the Sunday afternoon concerts
Town Gardens Bandstand, 3 pm
Free
FRINGE EVENT: Town Gardens Heritage Tours
45 minute tour exploring the history of the Town Gardens through little-known secrets and stories that bring the park to life.
Town Gardens, 1 pm/6 pm
£2, under 16 free
Book via towngardens-swindon.co.uk
Old Town Arts Festival - Wood Street Party
This community celebration, which is similar in format to our much loved September Street Food Festival, will feature local talent performing on stage, art sessions and events at local venues, and a variety of food and drink stalls by local vendors.
FRINGE EVENT: Music for Miniatures
Music For Miniatures: Under The Sea
Designed especially for pre-schoolers, Music For Miniatures is the perfect musical introduction for your little one.
Town Gardens Bowl, 11 am
Book via towngardens-swindon.co.uk
FRINGE EVENT: Brush & Bloom - young adults/adults
A guided acrylic painting session for young adults and adults by local artist Deepti Arora.
No 4 Studios, 11-1
Free
Book via simplyarora.art
FRINGE EVENT: Park Yoga
Free outdoor yoga sessions at Queens Park, every Sunday morning from May to September
Queen’s Park, 9:30 am
Free
FRINGE EVENT: Family Fun Dance
High-energy dance session, led by Equippers Swindon. With easy-to-follow routines, upbeat music, and a welcoming vibe - no experience necessary – just come ready to dance!
Equippers Swindon, 3 pm
Free
By Equippers Swindon
FRINGE: Anytime Fitness Open Weekend
Guided gym tours, free passes, and the chance to win big on their spin-the-wheel prize game!
Unit 3, Hoopers Place, 1pm - 4pm on Sat and Sun
Free, drop in
FRINGE EVENT: Christ Church Annual Eco Fair
Family-friendly event showcasing local environmental and nature-focused groups. Come along to learn about nature, wildlife, history, and earth friendly lifestyle.
Christ Church, 12pm-4pm
Free
FRINGE EVENT: Story Explorers - Grow a Story with Kate Claxton
Storytime & crafts - exploring the 'lifecycle' of a story through reading, art, and imaginative writing.
Old Town Library, 10am - 12pm
Book here - FEW SPACES NOW AVAILABLE
Free
By Really Rather Wild
FRINGE EVENT: Harry Apps In Concert
Swindon-born West End star Harry Apps returns home for one night only, joined by acclaimed pianist Paul Turner, in a heartfelt evening of song, stories and musical theatre favourites from Sondheim to Schwartz.
Swindon Arts Centre, 7:30PM
£16.50 - £19.50, Book via swindontheatres.co.uk
FRINGE EVENTS: Photography Exhibition Preview
Celebrate the launch of a new exhibition showcasing emerging and established local photographic talent. Exhibition runs until 14th June.
Oink Gallery, Victoria Road
Free, 7pm - 9.30pm
FRINGE EVENT: Bert’s Books - We Can! - Meet the authors
Alexandra Strick has teamed up with illustrator Steve Antony for this fun and exciting book that features children describing the world they want to live in. Hear them read from the book and get your copy signed!
Bert’s Books
Friday 6 June, 4 pm
Free
FRINGE EVENT: Embroidery Club - Jane Austin edition
Jane Austen themed embroidery. Materials and refreshments included.
Old Town Library, 1-3
£5
Email to book oldtownlibrary@southswindon-pc.gov.uk
FRINGE EVENT: Story and Rhyme Time
Singing, story reading, and stay & play activities for babies and toddlers with their parents, grandparents in a friendly, community singing
Old Town Library, 11-12
Free, Walk-in
FRINGE EVENT: Sofa Screening 'Captain Fantastic'
A screening of “Captain Fantastic” in a cosy, community setting.
Create Studios, 7 pm
£5, book via createstudios.org.uk
FRINGE EVENT: Online Safety Talk
This talk covers online safety education, kids use of phones, digital rights, privacy, workplaces and schools, and much more.
The Kings Arms, 3 pm
Free
Andy Farnell & Helen Plews, The Cybershow
FRINGE EVENT: Upcycled Arts & Crafts with Swindon ARTventurers
Creative session for little ones by Hazel Paine - Swindon ARTventurers
Old Town Library, 11am-1pm
Free, drop in
FRINGE EVENT: Steamrollers 5K social run
Steamrollers Run
Start at Tap & Brew, 6:15 pm
Free
Steamrollers
FRINGE EVENT: Organ recital by Charles Vince
Organ Recital
By Charles Vince, Assistant Organist at Christ Church
Christ Church, 1 pm
Free entry, retiring collection
FRINGE EVENT: Brush & Bloom
A guided acrylic painting session with local artist Deepti Arora
Old Town Library, 11:30-1:30
Free
Book via simplyarora.art - now fully booked
Deepti Arora
FRINGE EVENT: Jazz Night at The Royal Oak
Live Jazz session with award winning musician DENNIS ROLLINS MBE and his Velocity Trio
Royal Oak, Old Town, 8pm
Free
Jazz Knights
FRINGE EVENT: Make & Cake
A creative Monthly makers session by Sue Bardwell & Phyllida Richards
Artsite, Theatre Square, 7-9 pm
£15 on the door
Email to book artsite.ltd@gmail.com
Artsite
FRINGE EVENT: The Fender Stratocaster - Music Talk by Jamie Stapleton
Interactive talk by Jamie Stapleton. Experience it like never before as we strip it down, and rebuild it piece by piece, revealing the groundbreaking design that shaped rock and roll history.
The Tuppenny, 8 pm
Free