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The Village Green

The much-loved Village Green is back and it’s bigger, better, and bursting with personality. This vibrant space is where Naidex comes alive, blending creativity, performance, and participation in a way that’s welcoming to everyone.

Expect a joyful mix of live performances and interactive sessions that truly bring the fun to the show floor. Whether you’re dancing, singing, cooking, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, the Village Green is a place to connect, express yourself, and share a few unforgettable moments. With returning favourites and exciting new talent joining us, no two visits are ever the same.

What's on?

Scroll down to explore the full Village Green programme. You can easily switch between days by clicking the date at the top of the timetable to plan your visit around the sessions you don’t want to miss. Please refer to individual sessions for BSL interpreter and captioning availability.

 

What Happens at the Village Green?

Expect a joyful mix of activity and entertainment, including:

  • Inclusive dance and performance groups

  • Live cooking demonstrations and interactive cooking sessions

  • Accessible sports and activity sessions, such as archery, basketball, and fencing

  • Creative workshops and movement sessions

  • Community-led performances and participatory experiences

Some sessions invite you to sit back and enjoy the show, while others encourage you to get involved - whether that’s joining in, trying something new, or cheering from the sidelines.

Accessibility & Interpreters

We want everyone to feel welcome and able to enjoy the Village Green.

  • BSL interpreter and captioning availability is listed on individual session pages
  • Sessions with confirmed BSL interpreters are clearly highlighted
  • To request a BSL interpreter for another session, please email
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We’ll always do our best to accommodate requests wherever possible.

 

A woman is smiling at the camera as she stands behind a desk, the desk has different plants on it and she is holding one up to show the camera.

A dance group, wearing all white are performing a dance at Naidex on the village green.

 

Timetable