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๐ธโจ Garden of Light โ A Free Evening of Colour, Creativity & Community โจ๐ธThis spring, Newark town centre will glow after dark as Garden of Light arrives with an evening of light, colour and shared experiences for all ages.
Taking place on Saturday 7 March, Garden of Light is a free, family-friendly event celebrating the change of seasons from winter into spring. As the sun sets, the town centre will be transformed with illuminated art, interactive projections, live performances, street entertainment and creative activities to explore together.
One of the highlights of the evening will be the Bloom Parade โ a joyful moment where spring-themed lanterns created by local schools, community groups and workshop participants are carried through the town, filling the streets with light and colour.
Whether you pop along for a short wander or make a full evening of it, Garden of Light invites everyone to experience Newark town centre in a new and magical way.
๐ Saturday 7 March 2026
โฐ 6pm โ 9pm
๐ Newark town centre
๐ Free to attend โ no booking required
Wrap up warm, bring friends and family, and come and be part of this special celebration of creativity, community and light.
Partners & Funding
Garden of Light is delivered by Checkmate Productions as part of the Newark Cultural Heart initiative, funded by the UK Governmentโs Local Regeneration Fund.
The programme is overseen locally by the Newark Town Board and administered by Newark and Sherwood District Council, with support from We Are Newark.
The event is brought to life in collaboration with artists, local organisations, community groups and event partners, all working together to create a welcoming and memorable experience for Newark town centre.
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Event Venue
Market Place, Newark, NG22 9, United Kingdom, G & D Hall, Market Place, Newark, NG22 9, United Kingdom, Mansfield Woodhouse
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