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Free Things This Weekend in Elstree

Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.

10 picks around Elstree, from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Elstree

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Elstree, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Elstree

Play In A Day1Free! (worth double-checking)

Play In A Day

at Museum of Enfield

10am -4pm Young people aged (12-17) will work with two professional theatre creatives to create an original performance inspired by their own stories and ideas. Location: Dugdale Arts Centre Who is it for? Young people aged 11–17 years. What to expect - A full day creative theatre workshop with two professional facilitators. - Devising an original performance using theatre, spoken word, and movement. - A live public showcase the following day. - A youth-led celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community. Theme “What makes Enfield home?” Participants will explore identity, culture, belonging, and community, creating a performance that reflects their experiences and perspectives. This is an opportunity for young people to share their voices and help shape how their community is seen. Whether you’re taking part, supporting someone, or coming to watch, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Enfield’s young people. Come and experience a brand new performance, created in just one day and shared with the community the next! Day 2 Sunday 26 July 2026

9.7 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
Local gemSee the details→
Theatre
community2Free! (worth double-checking)

Repair & Reuse Fair

at Roxeth Library

Hosted by Harrow in partnership with Victoria Hall, TRAID, LOANHOOD, and The Restart Project we are encouraging residents to fall in love with their favourite items all over again.

5.6 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community

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Tales Big Day Out3Free! (worth double-checking)

Tales Big Day Out

at Chickenshed

Big Day Out offers a variety of Big activities and even Bigger shows throughout the building and garden. In this Big Day Out the whole building becomes your playground, with fun round every corner.

6.9 milesSat 25 Jul13:50
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Rakusu / Kesa Sewing Day at the Dojo7Free! (worth double-checking)

Rakusu / Kesa Sewing Day at the Dojo

at London Zendo (Hannya Temple)

This will be a Rakusu and Kesa Sewing Day at the dojo . The schedule will be as follows: Saturday 25th July 0800-0840 - Zazen 0840-0920 - Ceremony + setup sewing room + Tea/Coffee/Snacks 0930-1230 - sewing (with tea breaks) 1230-1330 - lunch break - please bring a packed lunch (or nip out to the shop for some fresh air) 1345-1600 - sewing 1630-1645 - clean up 1700-1730 - zazen Cost: If you contribute monthly to the London Zen Group, an additional contribution of £10 is suggested, if you do not contribute monthly, please consider £15 - obviously, this is a donation, so do contribute as you are able to afford. Please let Lana know if you need any materials - such as fabric - or a rakusu kit - Rakusu kits are £30 (payable to Lana) If you would like to attend, please register with Lana, - or- via our sewing whatsapp group

9.3 milesSat 25 Jul
CuratedSee the details→
Community
New Believers Bible Study8Free! (worth double-checking)

New Believers Bible Study

at Victory To Victory Community Church

Every Sunday The class will begin half an hour after the main service ends. You will be taught the foundations of Christianity. The class will be interactive, so you will be able to ask questions. If you'd like to attend, please, put your name down at the payment table. [presto_player id=21512]

5 milesSun 26 Jul
CuratedSee the details→
Religion & Spirituality
food-drink9Free! (worth double-checking)

Zazen + Samu + Coffee/Chat

at London Zendo (Hannya Temple)

Our Sunday morning schedule consists of 9:00am - two 30 minute periods of zazen with kinhin in the middle10:20am - chanting of the Heart Sutra, Sandokai / Hokyozanmai, and the dedication to the patriarchs/matriarchs10:40am - samu - some cleaning work practice. 10:55am - coffee/tea/biscuits and chat!

9.3 milesSun 26 Jul10:00
CuratedSee the details→
Food & Drink

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