Helston Water Carnival
2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Helston Water Carnival
South Kerrier Alliance
Saturday 11th July (wet weather backup Sunday 12th July)
FREE EVENT
Ahoy, water warriors and fun-seeking families! Round up your crew and zoom down to Helston’s Water Carnival this summer – it’s back and bigger than ever!
We’re back for the third year with a floating float parade, mini sailing boat race and a “Need for Speed” peddled float race! #LoveHelston
Timings:
12-2pm workshop
2pm little boat race
1.30pm judging
2.30pm mini boat race finishes
3pm Juding announcements
3.30pm Grand Parade
4pm Race
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages. Spectators welcome!
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Wet weather backup date: Sunday 12th July.
Details on how to enter a float will be announced closer to the event.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place around the Boating Lake at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Electric Rock Collective - NEW
2026-07-12 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-19 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-26 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-02 12:00 - 16:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
🎵 ELECTRIC ROCK COLLECTIVE 🎵 31 May – 9 August
Ages 11-18 | 10 x Sunday Workshops | 12 noon – 4pm
£50 for the full course – Just £5 per week (Supported by South Kerrier Alliance CIC)
BOOK HERE

Who are the Electric Rock Collective?

Imagine as many musicians as possible, all playing together in perfect sync—big energy, big sound, big vibes (think mass rock performances for inspiration!). Now imagine you playing in that collective with friends old and new! Now imagine that you’ve practiced for 10 weeks and now your live on stage at Coronation Park.
Stop imagining and JOIN US…
When:

May: 31
June: 7, 14, 21, 28
July: 5, 12, 19
August: 2, 9
🕙 12.00 PM – 4:00 PM

Cost: £50 for all 10 sessions
The grand finale? A live performance at Busk It! on August 16th!
What Happens Over the 10 weeks?
🤝 SESSION 1: Meet The Collective
FIRST: Get to know everyone through icebreakers and a casual jam session and then learn a song as a whole collective (Electric Orcestra)
We’ll figure out who plays what and at what level.
THEN: We choose a song YOU want to learn (within your genre—rock, pop, indie, whatever your groove is). We start working on it together and getting the basics down.
This is where the magic starts—strangers become bandmates.
🎸 SESSIONS 2 -9: Make It Sound Good
PRACTICE, practice, practice. Get your song tight and performance-ready with guidance and support throughout the day.
Work on:

Playing together as a unit
Timing and dynamics
Band communication
Making it sound polished

If we nail the song early? Great— we choose another one and keep the momentum going!
🌟 SESSION 10: The Final Push
FIRST: Final rehearsal to polish your performance.
And then it’s time to…
🌟 BUSK IT!: Show Time (Sunday 16 August)
Final rehearsal of the Electric Rock Collective Song (or songs!).
Sound check, stage setup, then it’s time to perform your song(s) to parents, friends, family and the community. Show them what you’ve accomplished together as a collective!
From “nice to meet you” to “playing live together” in ten fun sessions.
Is This For Me?
✓ Perfect If You:

Can already play your instrument at a basic level
Have your own instrument (and amp if needed) Talk to use if you need an instrument to take part, we will see if we can help.
Practice at home but have never been in a band
Want to meet other young musicians your age
Are aged 11-18
Are ready to commit to all 10 session (or as many as you can)

✓ What Parents Should Know:

Structured, supervised sessions with experienced guidance
Teaches collaboration, commitment, and confidence
Safe environment for teens to develop social and musical skills
Affordable at just £50 ( Support from the South Kerrier Alliance CIC allows us to keep the cost as low as possible – this works out at just £5 per session or just over £1.25 per hour!)
Culminates in a real performance opportunity
Short break factored in midway through the session, bring a snack and water bottle.

What You’ll Need to Bring
🎸 Your own instrument
🔌 Your amp (if you play electric guitar/bass)
🎒 A snack and drinks bottle, we have a top-up station
💪 Enthusiasm and commitment for all 10 sessions
It’s best if you bring your own gear, which you will use at your own risk. For drummers we have one drum kit available per session!
The Details
When: May: 31, June: 7, 14, 21, 28, July: 5, 12, 19, August: 2, 9 PLUS the opportunity to perform at Busk It! in Coronation Park on Sunday August 16th.
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Who: Ages 11-18 who can already play their instrument, or would like to sing
Cost: £50 for all 10 sessions
Where: The Basement
FREE SPACES AVAILABLE we reserve 20% of our spaces for FSM (Free school meal) Basement Members, please book early to avoid disappointment (Register as a FSM member on our website: www.lovehelston.co.uk/the-basement )
Once You’ve Signed Up
We’ll send you a quick Google Form to help us put the right musicians together:

What instrument do you play?
Can you bring your own instrument and amp?
What genre of music is your groove?
How old are you?

This helps us create balanced bands with compatible musical tastes.

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Coach Frank Skate Workshop
2026-07-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-06 18:00 - 19:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
Drop-in Skate Workshop – sessions School Years 7-13
with Coach Frank
Every Thursday evening 6-7pm
Ready to improve your skating? Join Coach Frank for a drop-in skate workshop with indoor ramps and expert coaching.
Whether you’re just getting started or want to nail some new tricks, this session has you covered. Learn proper technique, build your confidence, and progress at your own pace in a supportive environment.
What’s Happening:
Expert tuition from Coach Frank and Team
6.00-7.00pm Years 7-13 (11+ years)Coached SessionPrice: £5.00 per skater or Free for Basement Members (find out how to become a Basement Member at the venue or join on our website homepage)
Drop-in format – come and go as you likeAll skill levels welcomeGet tips on technique, safety, and progressing your skills
No need to book ahead – just turn up with your board and helmet, and Coach Frank will help you take your skating to the next level. Perfect whether you’re finding your feet or ready to push your limits.
What do I need to know?

Bring your own board and safety gear if you have it. We’ll provide some if you haven’t got any.

All participants should arrive with appropriate footwear – which includes trainers, gym shoes or plimsolls. Please do not wear sandals (including crocs), flip-flops or other open-toed shoes, or shoes with raised heels or wedges.

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 11-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on hello@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting hello@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Friday Art Club
2026-07-17 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-31 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-07 16:00 - 17:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
Join us every Friday for a digital detox and creative de-stress
4.00pm-5.o0pm
Feeling stressed by school, college, or work? Need a creative way to relax and switch off? Come along to our Friday Art Club hosted by Leggies from Young People Cornwall. Art Club is a chilled-out space where you can unwind, create, and be yourself.
🗓 When: Every Friday
⏰ Time: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
📍 Where: The Basement, Helston
👥 Ages: 11–18 (school students & home-educated young people welcome)
Art Club is open to anyone aged 11–18 . Whether you come on your own or with friends, you’ll find a relaxed and welcoming space to de-stress creatively.
✨ What You Can Expect

Get Creative: Try different art activities and express yourself freely
Relaxed Vibes: A friendly, supportive environment where you can chill out
Time to Unwind: Leave stress at the door and enjoy an hour just for you

🖌 Bring Your Imagination
No art experience needed at all! Whether you love drawing, painting, or experimenting with mixed media, you’re free to explore in your own way. Just bring your curiosity and creativity.
This club is a safe, calm space to relax, create, and connect with others who enjoy art as much as you do.
✨ Join us every Friday for an hour of creativity, connection, and calm. ✨
No need to book ahead – just turn up.
What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 11-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?No simply turn up and get creative!

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on hello@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Play It Again!
2026-07-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Play It Again!
One Blue Eye
Saturday 18th July | 11am–3pm
FREE EVENT – part of Playful Park
This summer, Coronation Park is getting seriously colourful, but before Playful Park launches on 26th July, there’s work to do – and this is where you come in.
Play It Again is a hands-on creative session with Helston’s own One Blue Eye – the brilliant recycled plastic workshop based right here in town, led by maker Matt Nott. Together, we’ll transform waste plastic into game-playing pieces for the new floor mural. These are the pieces that families will pick up and play with all summer – and you’ll have helped make them.
This isn’t just a workshop. It’s about rolling up your sleeves, getting creative, and playing your part in getting Coronation Park ready for its most colourful summer yet. Whether you’re five or fifty-five, come along, get stuck in, and know that when you see families playing on that mural in August, you helped make it happen.
Part of the build-up to the Playful Park launch on 26th July.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis – packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park.
Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just drop in!
All materials provided.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema
2026-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 24th July | 2pm
FREE EVENT
School’s out — summer’s here! Kick off the holidays with a free outdoor screening of Disney’s heartwarming live-action hit Lilo & Stitch at Coronation Park.
Grab the kids, pack a picnic (or treat yourself to something from Lakeside Cafe), spread out your blankets by the lake and enjoy a feel-good family film on the big screen in the great outdoors. This is one of four free open-air cinema screenings this summer, brought to you by the South Kerrier Alliance — completely free for the whole community.
This film is rated PG.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Pitch Perfect: Open-Air Cinema
2026-07-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Pitch Perfect: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 24th July | 7pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
A cappella comedy gold under the Cornish sky! Our evening screening brings the pitch-perfect harmonies, the riff-offs and the cup song to the big screen at Coronation Park.
Whether you’re an aca-fan or discovering the film for the first time, this is a brilliantly funny, feel-good movie that’ll have you singing all the way home. Bring a blanket, grab a drink from the bar, and settle in for a summer evening of laughs and music by the lake.
You’ll be humming it for days. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
This film is rated 12A.
By purchasing a ticket for our evening screenings you’re directly helping to support our free daytime cinema screenings for local children and families. Thank you!
Flexible Ticket Prices
The South Kerrier Alliance CIC own and run Coronation Park for the “benefit of the residents of Helston and The Lizard” and we want everyone to be able to enjoy our events. To try and make our events as accessible as possible, we are offering various ticket prices for this event and a free ticket draw. Please book the ticket that reflects what you can afford right now. You won’t be asked any questions and your ticket options won’t be shared with anyone.
£15 Supporter Ticket
This ticket includes a donation to support South Kerrier Alliance CIC’s work.
£12 Just a Ticket
This ticket covers our core costs of the event.
£10 Helping You Ticket
If you can only afford this ticket right now that’s not a problem.
£0 Event Ticket Draw
If you cannot afford a ticket right now please enter our free ticket draw here. We will give away as many tickets as we are able to and we will inform you if you have won tickets a minimum of three days before the event.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for ages 12+.
This is a ticketed event that requires pre-booking.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
A licensed bar will be selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as snacks.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green and at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at events.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Bunting Bonanza!
2026-07-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Bunting Bonanza!
South Kerrier Alliance
Saturday 25th July | 11am–3pm
FREE EVENT — Playful Park
Tomorrow we launch Playful Park — but first, let’s make the park look gorgeous!
Bunting Bonanza is your chance to get creative and make colourful bunting that will dress Coronation Park for the whole summer. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just fancy having a go, all materials are provided — just bring your imagination and your best colour combinations. Great for families!
This isn’t just about bunting. It’s about getting together as a community and putting your mark on the park before its most colourful summer yet. A relaxed, creative, all-ages session to get us ready for the big Playful Park launch the very next day.
Come along, get stuck in, and help us deck the park!
Part of the build-up to the Playful Park launch on 26th July.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just drop in!
All materials provided.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Ready Steady Play!
2026-07-26 11:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Ready Steady Play! — Playful Park Launch
South Kerrier Alliance
Sunday 26th July | from 11am
FREE EVENT — Playful Park
Supported by Helston Town Council
Today, Coronation Park gets seriously colourful. Welcome to Playful Park!
We’re launching with a bang — come and be the first to play on our spectacular new giant painted floor mural, designed by local artist Lisa Curtis and packed with games for all ages. Race on our interactive running track. Discover the game pieces that the community helped make at our Play It Again workshop. See the bunting you helped create fluttering over the park.
The mural is free to play and here to stay — a permanent new addition to Coronation Park that families can enjoy all year round. The interactive running track will be in place all summer long too.
Today is just the beginning of a whole summer of free family fun at the park. Come and play. It’s yours.
With thanks to Helston Town Council for supporting Playful Park.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. Free cinema under the sky for your family. Free theatre for your kids. Free days out that don’t cost a penny. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
The painted floor mural is a permanent installation — free to play all year round.
The interactive running track will be in place for summer 2026.
Designed by local artist Lisa Curtis.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Encanto: Open-Air Cinema
2026-07-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Encanto: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 31st July | 2pm
FREE EVENT
We don’t talk about Bruno… but we do talk about free cinema in the park! Our second free open-air screening of the summer brings Disney’s Encanto to the big screen at Coronation Park.
Join the Madrigal family in their magical Colombian casita for an afternoon of irresistible songs, stunning animation and a beautiful story about family, belonging and being yourself. Pack a picnic, grab something from Lakeside Cafe, spread out your blankets and enjoy an afternoon of Disney joy in the great outdoors.
We guarantee you’ll be singing “Surface Pressure” on the way home. This is one of four free open-air cinema screenings this summer, brought to you by the South Kerrier Alliance — completely free for the whole community.
This film is rated PG.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Bohemian Rhapsody: Open-Air Cinema
2026-07-31 19:00 - 21:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Bohemian Rhapsody: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 31st July | 7pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Freddie Mercury on the big screen, under the stars, by the lake. Is there a better way to spend a summer evening?
Our evening screening of Bohemian Rhapsody brings the extraordinary story of Queen and their legendary frontman to Coronation Park. From the formation of the band to their iconic Live Aid performance, this is a foot-stomping, fist-pumping celebration of one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
Bring a chair, bring a blanket, bring your air guitar — and get ready for a night to remember. Legendary.
This film is rated 12A.
By purchasing a ticket for our evening screenings you’re directly helping to support our free daytime cinema screenings for local children and families. Thank you!
Flexible Ticket Prices
The South Kerrier Alliance CIC own and run Coronation Park for the “benefit of the residents of Helston and The Lizard” and we want everyone to be able to enjoy our events. To try and make our events as accessible as possible, we are offering various ticket prices for this event and a free ticket draw. Please book the ticket that reflects what you can afford right now. You won’t be asked any questions and your ticket options won’t be shared with anyone.
£15 Supporter Ticket
This ticket includes a donation to support South Kerrier Alliance CIC’s work.
£12 Just a Ticket
This ticket covers our core costs of the event.
£10 Helping You Ticket
If you can only afford this ticket right now that’s not a problem.
£0 Event Ticket Draw
If you cannot afford a ticket right now please enter our free ticket draw here. We will give away as many tickets as we are able to and we will inform you if you have won tickets a minimum of three days before the event.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for ages 12+.
This is a ticketed event that requires pre-booking.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
A licensed bar will be selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as snacks.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green and at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at events.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Helston Farmers' Market
2026-08-01 09:30 - 12:30 | Old Cattle Market, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0SR, United Kingdom
At the heart of food and farming since 2008!
Helston Farmers Market is a much-loved date in the community calendar — and it’s easy to see why!
Located at the Old Cattle Market, right beside Coronation Park, the Market brings together the very best local produce — direct from farmers, growers, and artisan makers across the region.
Join us on the first Saturday from 9:30am to 12:30pm.
Stock up on fresh seasonal produce

ParkingSmall pay & display car park at Coronation Park (proceeds support the park). Larger car park at Castle Green. Free parking nearby at Fairground car park.

Other FAQsEvents may be filmed/photographed and used by South Kerrier Alliance CIC or partners for promotion/evaluation. Attendees are responsible for informing their group.

Beats & Eats
2026-08-01 12:00 - 21:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Beats & Eats
Truro Nourish Hub
Saturday 1st August | Families from 12pm / Adults from 7pm
MORE INFO COMING SOON
Affordable street food, banging DJs, flavours and beats! Truro Nourish Hub bring their brilliant Beats & Eats to Coronation Park for a day-into-evening celebration of nourishing food and great music.
Families are welcome from midday for a relaxed afternoon of tasty food and chilled tunes. Then from 7pm, the vibe shifts up a gear as the DJs take over for the grown-ups. Think street food, cold drinks, and a soundtrack that’ll keep you moving all evening.
Who are Truro Nourish Hub?
Through the Truro Community Kitchen, the Truro Nourish Hub share the art of cooking and sharing affordable, healthy, and delicious meals — a skill that goes beyond the kitchen. The small team are dedicated to building connections, embracing diverse cultures, and fostering a sense of belonging. As their support family expands, so does their commitment to providing more than just recipes; as a CIC the Truro Nourish Hub is about nurturing growth and empowerment. Join them on this heartfelt journey as they build a community across Cornwall that’s not just about meals but about lifting each other higher.
Full line-up and details coming soon — keep an eye on our social media and mailing list.
Event-Specific Information

Family-friendly session from 12pm.
Adult session from 7pm.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Squashbox: Stones & Bones
2026-08-04 14:30 - 15:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Squashbox: Stones & Bones
supported by Lakeside Cafe
Tuesday 4th August | 2.30pm
FREE EVENT
Journey back to ancient Cornwall — a land of fiery volcanoes, strange prehistoric creatures, myth, legend, giants and druids!
Squashbox Theatre’s Stones & Bones is a marvellous mix of history and mystery. Find out all about archaeology and fossils, say hello to one of your stone-age ancestors, hear stories of giants and wizards, see a volcano erupting before your very eyes, and maybe even glimpse a dinosaur or two. There will be thrills and spills galore, but also lots of laughs, plenty of puppets, songs, slapstick, tall tales and crazy characters — all presented in that unique Squashbox style.
Squashbox Theatre’s Craig Johnson — former member of Cornwall’s renowned Kneehigh Theatre — is a much-loved fixture of the Coronation Park summer programme. His shows combine natural history, slapstick and a gently subversive sense of humour that delights adults just as much as children. We’re grateful for the kind support of Lakeside Cafe, whose generous sponsorship helps us bring Squashbox Theatre to the park for free every summer.
Stones & Bones is just one of four free Squashbox shows at Coronation Park this summer:

Curious Creatures — 13th June, 2.30pm
Stones & Bones — 4th August, 2.30pm
Skillywidden — 22nd August, 2.30pm
The Sea Show — 31st August, 2.30pm

With thanks to Lakeside Cafe for supporting all Squashbox events.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for children aged 5+ and their families.
Approximate running time: 50 minutes.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

The Big Scribble
2026-08-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
The Big Scribble
South Kerrier Alliance
Wednesday 5th August | 11am–3pm
FREE EVENT — Playful Park
Grab the chalks and go wild — the whole park is yours!
The Big Scribble is exactly what it sounds like: a glorious, messy, creative free-for-all where the paths and paving of Coronation Park become one giant canvas. Whether you’re drawing rainbows, writing messages, creating masterpieces or just scribbling for the sheer joy of it, this is a day to let your creativity run riot.
All ages, no rules (well, maybe a few), and absolutely free. Part of the Playful Park summer programme — because sometimes the best art happens when you just let people loose with a box of chalk.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Chalks provided.
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting chalky!

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Play in a Day: The Musical!
2026-08-06 10:00 - 21:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Play in a Day: The Musical!
Minack Theatre & South Kerrier Alliance
Thursday 6th August
BOOKING VIA THE MINACK THEATRE COMING SOON
Can you make a musical in a single day? Team up with The Minack Theatre and find out!
Play in a Day: The Musical is an epic creative challenge where participants work together to write, rehearse and perform an original musical — all between breakfast and curtain call. Whether you’re a born performer or have never set foot on a stage, this is your chance to be part of something brilliantly ambitious and ridiculously fun. By the end of the day, you’ll have helped create something that didn’t exist that morning.
Part of the Playful Park programme — because the best kind of play is the kind you make yourself.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Booking is essential and handled directly by The Minack Theatre (BOOKING OPENS SOON).

What do I need to know?

Rehearsals will take place inside the Old Cattle Market and the performance event takes place outside at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals during the daytime.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

A Minecraft Movie: Open-Air Cinema
2026-08-07 14:00 - 2026-08-13 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
A Minecraft Movie: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 7th August | 2pm
FREE EVENT
Block by block, this is going to be epic! Our third free open-air screening of the summer brings A Minecraft Movie to the big screen at Coronation Park.
The songs. The magic. The whole family. Whether your kids are Minecraft obsessives or you just fancy a free film in the park, this is a brilliant way to spend a summer afternoon. Grab the kids, pack a picnic or visit Lakeside Cafe, spread out your blankets and enjoy another afternoon of free cinema in the great outdoors.
This is one of four free open-air cinema screenings this summer, brought to you by the South Kerrier Alliance — completely free for the whole community.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Moulin Rouge: Open-Air Cinema
2026-08-07 19:00 - 2026-08-13 21:15 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Moulin Rouge: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 7th August | 7pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Spectacular spectacular! Baz Luhrmann’s dazzling, heartbreaking jukebox musical comes to the big screen at Coronation Park for a summer evening of pure cinema spectacle.
With its intoxicating soundtrack, jaw-dropping visuals and a love story that’ll leave you breathless, Moulin Rouge is the perfect evening cinema experience. Bring a blanket, grab a drink from the bar, and lose yourself in the bohemian world of 1900s Paris under the Cornish sky.
Come what may, this is a night not to be missed.
This film is rated 12.
By purchasing a ticket for our evening screenings you’re directly helping to support our free daytime cinema screenings for local children and families. Thank you!
Flexible Ticket Prices
The South Kerrier Alliance CIC own and run Coronation Park for the “benefit of the residents of Helston and The Lizard” and we want everyone to be able to enjoy our events. To try and make our events as accessible as possible, we are offering various ticket prices for this event and a free ticket draw. Please book the ticket that reflects what you can afford right now. You won’t be asked any questions and your ticket options won’t be shared with anyone.
£15 Supporter Ticket
This ticket includes a donation to support South Kerrier Alliance CIC’s work.
£12 Just a Ticket
This ticket covers our core costs of the event.
£10 Helping You Ticket
If you can only afford this ticket right now that’s not a problem.
£0 Event Ticket Draw
If you cannot afford a ticket right now please enter our free ticket draw here. We will give away as many tickets as we are able to and we will inform you if you have won tickets a minimum of three days before the event.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for ages 12+.
This is a ticketed event that requires pre-booking.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
A licensed bar will be selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as snacks.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green and at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at events.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Games for Good: SW Cornwall Games Expo
2026-08-08 10:00 - 2026-08-09 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Games for Good: SW Cornwall Games Expo
Roll the Dice supported by South Kerrier Alliance
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th August | All day, drop-in
FREE EVENT — Playful Park
Roll the Dice presents the South West Cornwall Games Expo — and it’s taking over! Coronation Park and the Old Cattle Market play host to a whole weekend of gaming groups, vendors, events and open space to play.
Whether you’re into board games, card games, tabletop RPGs, miniature painting or just fancy trying something new, there’s something for every kind of gamer across the two-day expo. Browse the vendors, join a game, learn something new, or just hang out with fellow gamers in one of Cornwall’s most beautiful parks.
All welcome — from seasoned gamers to complete beginners. This is gaming for good: bringing people together through the joy of play.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just drop in across the weekend.
Takes place across Coronation Park and the Old Cattle Market.
Vendors on site.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park and the Old Cattle Market, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Commedia dell'arte on the Loose!
2026-08-10 10:00 - 2026-08-16 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Commedia dell’arte on the Loose!
Didi Hopkins & Trevow Helston
Monday 10th – Sunday 16th August
FREE POP-UP PERFORMANCES — Playful Park
We are thrilled to welcome one of the UK’s leading Commedia dell’arte practitioners to Helston this summer. Didi Hopkins — whose extraordinary career spans the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company, RADA, LAMDA and the Roundhouse, and who was a central figure in developing the smash-hit One Man, Two Guvnors — is coming to Coronation Park as part of Playful Park.
Working with Trevow Helston, Didi will spend two weeks with a group of students, immersing them in the 500-year-old Italian theatre tradition of Commedia dell’arte — the masks, the characters, the improvisation, the slapstick and the storytelling that sit at the very roots of European theatre. The first week takes place at Trevow Chapel; the second week, the troupe moves to Coronation Park.
Throughout the week, there will be a pop-up performance somewhere in the park. It could happen at any time — by the lake, near the cafe, in the play park, anywhere. Keep your eyes peeled and look out for them around and about! These unannounced, unpredictable and utterly delightful moments of live theatre are Commedia at its best — mischievous, physical, funny and totally in the moment.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park is our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis — packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park. Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just be in the park and keep your eyes open!
Pop-up performances could happen at any time throughout the day.

What do I need to know?

Pop-up performances take place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Youth Circus in the Park – International Youth Day
2026-08-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Youth Circus in the Park – International Youth Day
Cirk Hes Youth Circus
Wednesday 12th August | from 11am
FREE EVENT
Have a go, watch the show, celebrate circus, celebrate youth.
To celebrate International Youth Day, Cirk Hes will present a free outdoor circus performance in Coronation Park, Helston on 12 August, featuring performers from our Gen A and NextGen Youth Circus programmes. Thanks to support from the South Kerrier Alliance CIC, the day will also include a free air and ground-based circus skills workshop and open jam for local young people, running 11am–1pm, followed by the show at 1.30pm.
Everyone is welcome to run away with the circus, have a go, and enjoy the celebration of local young circus talent. They ARE amazing, you WILL be amazed.
24 Hour Cirkathon!
Eat, Sleep, Circus, Repeat! To mark International Youth Day, Cirk Hes are also running a 24-hour Cirkathon to raise £1,000 to fund their Youth Circus sessions for a month. Get involved and help support Helston’s brilliant community circus — watch this space for details on how you can help!
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Free circus skills workshop and open jam: 11am–1pm.
Performance: 1.30pm.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
