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Monday, 17/08/2026: Croydon’s week is buzzing with community fundraising, family food, rooftop fun, outdoor cinema, circus thrills and a big Saturday night of music.

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Work on the pedestrian railway bridge at East Croydon station is due to begin on Wednesday, 19/08/2026; check the latest arrangements before travelling and allow extra time if you may be affected.

Source: East Croydon Community Organisation

The Sisters of Purley Masjid fundraiser takes place on Tuesday, 18/08/2026, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Cuppa Chaii, 16 to 18 High Street, Purley.

Expect chai, samosa chaat, light entertainment and a gift shop, with tickets priced at £30 per person, non refundable and limited; contact Saba on 07749 310500 to confirm availability and booking or payment arrangements.

All profits will support Saba’s fundraiser for disabled toilets at Purley Masjid & Community Centre.

Source: Supplied organiser flyer.

South Norwood Community Kitchen Family Fun Day runs on Wednesday, 19/08/2026, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, with lunch served at 12:30 pm at SOCCO CHETA Community Hub, 44B Portland Road, SE25 4PQ.

The programme includes lunch, snacks, drinks, free books, garden games, sports, arts and crafts, plus information and support on benefits, housing and homelessness.

Source: South Norwood Community Kitchen, supplied organiser promotional material

Revel Puck Circus brings A Glimmer Daze Gambit to South Norwood Recreation Ground, Tennison Road, South Norwood, Croydon, SE25 6TG, from Thursday, 20/08/2026 to Sunday, 23/08/2026.

This family friendly big top show promises acrobatics, energy and plenty of wonder, with opening show tickets from £10 for selected performances, subject to availability.

Source: Revel Puck Circus dates and tickets

Costa Del Croydon continues at the Centrale rooftop through Monday, 31/08/2026, bringing sand, summer sessions and urban beach energy to the town centre.

The adults only Thursday Beach Club runs from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with free entry: Thursday, 20/08/2026 is the Pride Beach Club with DJ Melley and a Drag Lip Sync Battle hosted by Tiana Biscuit and Sophia Stardust.

The finale on Thursday, 27/08/2026 brings Garage Night with DJ Luck and MC Neat; check the current listing for the latest details and availability.

Source: Inside Croydon’s programme report and official Croydon BID listing

Vision Cinema Outdoor Films arrives at Purley Way Playing Fields, Purley Way, Croydon, London, CR0 4RQ, from Friday, 21/08/2026 to Monday, 24/08/2026.

Screenings take place at specific dates and times rather than every day, with listings including Inside Out 2, Mufasa: The Lion King, Zootopia 2, Minions: The Rise of Gru, Coach Carter, Mamma Mia and more.

Check the individual screening details before travelling, then book through the official listing.

Source: Vision Cinema at Purley Way Playing Fields

Pulsate lands at CR1 Bar & Lounge, 27 to 29 South End, South Croydon, CR0 1BE, on Saturday, 22/08/2026, from 9:00 pm until late.

The over 21s night brings Afro, deep and tech house with Cam, Insert Muse Live, Paolo XLR, OOASN, Bertt and James Damian on the line-up.

Check Resident Advisor for current ticket and entry details before heading out.

Source: Resident Advisor event listing

Croydon Drop In is developing Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner early intervention support for children, young people, parents and carers.

The referral route and public dates are still being confirmed, so do not apply or attend based on this notice; watch for verified service information as it becomes available.

Source: Croydon Drop In

No new school or PTA event was confirmed in this week’s stockpile, but your local primary school can still submit fairs, bake sales and fundraiser discos for free. Schools and PTAs can visit https://www.croydonlocalpulse.co.uk/ for publication information.

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Croydon Palace, now known as Old Palace, served as a summer residence of the Archbishops of Canterbury from 1273 to 1780.

Its medieval Great Hall is recognised as the only surviving intact Great Hall from the archbishops’ medieval and Tudor palaces.

Source: Historic England

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The week ahead is full of reasons to step out, support local organisers and discover something new on your doorstep. Keep the Pulse as part of your daily habit, because Croydon’s next great story could be happening around the corner.

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