The Big Park Hangout is back!
We're delighted to announce the return of the much-loved Big Park Hangout, a free event designed especially for young people aged 11–17 and excitingly backed this year by a £10,000 grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Big Park Hangout provides local teenagers with an afternoon packed full of music, sport, creative workshops, games and wellbeing activities, all set within a safe and relaxed outdoor environment.
Alongside entertainment and activities, attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with organisations supporting young people, helping to build trust, confidence and awareness of the help available to them.
Sat 5 September | Willen Lake
With youth provision under pressure, Big Park Hangout plays an important role in bringing young people together and strengthening community bonds. Ensuring a wide range of voices and expertise shape the event, Big Park Hangout is delivered in partnership with organisations including Community Action MK, the Youth Council, Milton Keynes Arts Centre, VICTA, Girl Pack, Arthur Ellis Mental Health Foundation, CHUMS and more.
We'd like to thank The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting this year's Big Park Hangout.
The £10,000 grant demonstrates the event’s strong alignment with priorities to help reduce isolation, improve wellbeing, and empower young people in our communities.