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What's on in Waltham Forest

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Waltham Forest.

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Arts & Culture

Life Drawing with Judy Clarkson

Life drawing tutored by award-winning artist, Judy Clarkson. This class is suitable for all levels, whether you’re new to life drawing or have previous experience. Explore how to represent the human body looking at proportion and techniques of creating form in one of the most challenging but rewarding forms of art. Materials are available to buy, or bring your own.

Wed 22 Jul20:30The Old Nursery(4.9mi)

via The Old Nursery

Welcome to Bubbles & Smiles (Anytime Childcare CIC ) England

Community

Around £14.99

Welcome to Bubbles & Smiles (Anytime Childcare CIC ) England

Whats-on in 2026 The Summer 2026 Holiday, Activities & Food (HAF) programme is currently accepting reservations. Registered individuals whose child(ren) are eligible for free school meals which is benefit related will be issued a letter or voucher from their respective schools, detailing the booking procedure, approximately four weeks prior to the commencement date. Should you not receive any of the aforementioned and be in receipt of Universal Credit, kindly click on this link to apply for childcare tax credit. https://bit.ly/4wdt36I Alternatively, if you receive student finance loan, you can apply for childcare grant by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/4tiyVsl, for details on how to receive support with payments. Finally if you are not in receipt of any of the above, you can book and make payments directly to us or book and pay on the local councils centralised booking system that manages activitiy listings, bookings, payments and eligibilty checking namely Eequ. Please scroll down to make your reservation by selecting the location and the borough that your child attends school or the borough you live. For children who are not in receipt of any of the above there is a fee of £14.99 per day, and parents are required to provide own snacks and lunch. WEEK 1 (4 DATES): 20TH – 23RD JULY WEEK 2 (4 DATES): 27TH – 30TH JULY WEEK 3 (4 DATES): 3RD – 6TH AUGUST WEEK 4 (4 DATES): 10TH – 13TH AUG TIME STARTS: 11.00AM, TIME ENDS: 3:00PM.

Thu 23 JulAnytime Childcare(1.3mi)

via Anytime ChildcareCurated

Community

Around £14.99

Whats-on in 2026

The Summer 2026 Holiday, Activities & Food (HAF) programme is currently accepting reservations. Registered individuals whose child(ren) are eligible for free school meals which is benefit related will be issued a letter or voucher from their respective schools, detailing the booking procedure, approximately four weeks prior to the commencement date. Should you not receive any of the aforementioned and be in receipt of Universal Credit, kindly click on this link to apply for childcare tax credit. https://bit.ly/4wdt36I Alternatively, if you receive student finance loan, you can apply for childcare grant by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/4tiyVsl, for details on how to receive support with payments. Finally if you are not in receipt of any of the above, you can book and make payments directly to us or book and pay on the local councils centralised booking system that manages activitiy listings, bookings, payments and eligibilty checking namely Eequ. Please scroll down to make your reservation by selecting the location and the borough that your child attends school or the borough you live. For children who are not in receipt of any of the above there is a fee of £14.99 per day, and parents are required to provide own snacks and lunch. WEEK 1 (4 DATES): 20TH – 23RD JULY WEEK 2 (4 DATES): 27TH – 30TH JULY WEEK 3 (4 DATES): 3RD – 6TH AUGUST WEEK 4 (4 DATES): 10TH – 13TH AUG TIME STARTS: 11.00AM, TIME ENDS: 3:00PM.

Thu 23 JulAnytime Childcare(1.3mi)

via Anytime ChildcareCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Coffee Time

A time to come and relax and have fellowship with others over tea or coffee and maybe even cake! All are welcome to join this group in the Church Lounge.

Thu 23 JulBush Hill Park United Reformed Church(2.5mi)

via Bush Hill Park United Reformed Church

Community

Foodbank

Support and care for our community

Thu 23 JulNTCG Edmonton(2.6mi)

via NTCG EdmontonLocal gem

Community

Fri 23rd Jul 27 to Wed 1st Sep 27

Thu 23 JulRay Park(3.5mi)

via Ray ParkLocal gem

Children & Family

Parent, Baby and Toddler group ...IS OPEN

For pre - school children and their parents and carers. No booking required, no fee (just a donation for refreshments) Refreshments served. Just drop in, stay as long as you like. All Welcome. 9.30am - 11.30 in the church, hall and garden

Thu 23 Jul09:00Christ Church(3.3mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

Likely freeArts & Culture

Summer exhibition

Thu 23 July, 2026 - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Living Room The Mill 7-11 Coppermill Lane

Thu 23 Jul10:30The Mill(4.7mi)

via The Mill

Workshops & Classes

Seasons Art Class

Seasons Art Class – Epping. Starting 20.04.23. Hall 3, Thursdays. Morning session – 10am – 1pm. Afternoon Session – 2pm – 5pm.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Waltham Abbey Community Centre(2.9mi)

via Waltham Abbey Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Home Ed Science Space

Thu 23 July, 2026 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Meeting Room The Mill 7-11 Coppermill Lane

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Mill(4.7mi)

via The Mill

Children & Family

Haringey Kids Club

Private event – invite only.

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Old Nursery(4.9mi)

via The Old Nursery

Likely freeCommunity

Scrabble for all

Thu 23 July, 2026 - 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Living Room The Mill 7-11 Coppermill Lane

Thu 23 Jul13:00The Mill(4.7mi)

via The Mill

Children & Family

School's Out

Rollernation's family skate taking place during the school holidays.

Thu 23 Jul14:00Rollernation(4.5mi)

via Rollernation

Dance

Little Blessings Dance

Little Blessings Dance Street Dance Sessions Every Thursday 2 Sessions 5pm-6pm 6pm-7pm

Thu 23 Jul18:00Waltham Abbey Community Centre(2.9mi)

via Waltham Abbey Community CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Brothers’ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Build strength and discipline. Brothers (16+) are invited to master the gentle art of BJJ. Develop self-defence skills in this high-energy martial arts session.\n

Thu 23 Jul18:30Palmers Green Mosque(4.7mi)

via Palmers Green MosqueLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Around £10

Yoga with Fola

Join me in a comfortable space to move, rest and be present. I teach vinyasa yoga, which blends contemporary and traditional practice, linking breath with movement. We’ll move fluidly through a creative and dynamic sequence that I hope will leave you feeling balanced and energised. Open to all people and levels. £10 per class. Book your space at Yoga with Fola | Scheduling and Booking Website All mats and props provided but feel free to bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive at least 5 mins before the start of class Any questions, please email me at See you there!

Thu 23 Jul19:15The Old Nursery(4.9mi)

via The Old Nursery

E17 Live Pianist — Renegade Urban Winery

Community

Around £16

E17 Live Pianist — Renegade Urban Winery

23 July 2026 E17 Live Pianist 23 July 2026 Every Thursday, while listening to our in-house pianist tinkling the ivories on our Baby Grand, you can enjoy two snack plates from our amazing kitchen residency, LEO, paired with a glass of Renegade wine, all for just £16. Perfect for mates and perfect for dates. 23 July 2026

Thu 23 Jul19:30Renegade Urban Winery(3.9mi)

via Renegade Urban WineryLocal gem

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Venues with events near Waltham Forest

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Anytime Childcare1.3 miles away Waltham Abbey Community Centre2.9 miles away Bush Hill Park United Reformed Church2.5 miles away

More about Waltham Forest

Essex, England

Waltham Forest has nearby local names including Epping Forest Festival, North London Sling Library and Chingford Cricket Club. We gather the dates around them together, because local plans can be family-friendly, active or a good reason to explore the forest. Near Here brings event details around Waltham Forest together so you can browse what's on without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you set off.

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