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Croydon is not slowing down for summer. We are turning it right up this Saturday, 08/08/2026. Your borough is buzzing, your weekend is live, and this quick hit briefing is here to get you moving. One Community. Two Associations. One Vision.

⚡ PULSE OPENER: SATURDAY STARTS STRONG

☀️ Weekend energy is up: From creative family fun in the town centre to big Sunday plans in Addington, Croydon is alive today and worth a visit at every turn.

🎨 TODAY'S BIG HIT: CREATIVE HEALTH, CROWD CHEER

🎭 Museum of Croydon Creative Health Takeover: Happening today from 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm at Croydon Clocktower, this free family session brings workshops, high energy singing, drama, and ceramics into one brilliant afternoon. Drop everything, get down there, and catch the full listing via the official Museum of Croydon.

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🎉 TOMORROW'S BLOCKBUSTER: MADE IN 90S FAMILY DAY

🎶 Made In 90s Family Day: Tomorrow, Sunday 09/08/2026, Addington Park hosts a massive free community day with MJR from 12.00 pm to 9.00 pm. Bring the energy, bring the kids, and line up your Sunday plans now through Eventbrite.

🏖️ SUMMER STAYCATION HIT: COSTA DEL CROYDON

🌞 Costa del Croydon: The rooftop beach club on Centrale is wide open all weekend with sand, sunshine, and rooftop views right in the heart of the borough. If you want summer vibes without leaving town, this is your local lad winner. Get the details from Croydon Newsroom.

🎒 SCHOOL CORNER & PTA NOTICEBOARD

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Welcome to our dedicated space for local primary schools and PTAs to share upcoming fairs, bake sales, and fundraiser discos entirely for free. Help us spread the word and get your school community seen.

🏫 Community Submission Placeholder: Got a school fair, bake sale, fundraiser disco, or PTA programme to share? Send it straight to us for free, just reply to this email

💎 HIDDEN GEM: SOUTH NORWOOD COUNTRY PARK

🌿 South Norwood Country Park: Escape the noise, recharge fast, and get yourself into one of Croydon's award winning Green Flag wetlands. It is a cracking reset if your weekend needs fresh air, wildlife, and calm. Plan your visit through the official Parks Guide.

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