In 2025, #CelebratingBexley showcased the borough’s immense potential as a premiere creative and cultural destination.
Originally launched to mark a series of historic milestones - including the 60th anniversary of the Borough, the centenary of Danson Park and 500 years since the dissolution of Lesnes Abbey - this festival quickly became a powerful catalyst for local pride.
As Bexley’s green and blue spaces transformed into vibrant stages for music, drama, art and dance, the festival brought about a new spirit of energy and collaboration too significant to let go of.
With the borough’s artistic community more vibrant than ever, the London Borough of Bexley and its partners are committed to building upon this legacy by ensuring this momentum continues. This commitment is at the heart of the Council’s newly launched Cultural Strategy, which provides a roadmap for nurturing local talent and Bexley’s heritage for years to come.
#CelebratingBexley will continue as an ongoing programme, shining a light on the people and places that make our borough special.
Follow along as new performances, workshops, festivals, celebrations and more are added to this growing calendar.
Explore our latest events below.
Event highlights
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
First performed in 1966 at the Edinburgh Fringe, this tragicomedy follows the titular characters of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters from Shakespeare's Hamlet, as they navigate the events of the play. Exploring themes of fate, free will and the nature of reality, this amateur production will run from 16 to 23 May.
Mosaic Tile Making Workshop
Lesnes Abbey is home to a large mosaic which shows the medieval life of the monks that used to live here. Come along to this event to have a go at tile smashing and making a mosaic of your own design. This workshop takes place on 28 May, children must be accompanied by an adult
BexFest Live
One of Bexleyheath's favourite days returns this spring on Saturday 30 May! With live music, street food, entertainers and more to be announced in the coming weeks. It's a proper community celebration, and the whole town is invited!
Places to visit in Bexley
Danson House and Park
Set overlooking the award-winning Danson Park, this beautiful Grade I listed Palladian villa was officially re-opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II in July 2005
More about Danson House and Park
Hall Place and Gardens
This historic house and garden, rich in fascinating history, welcomes visitors all year round with a range of exhibitions and public events and stunning spaces for weddings and other celebrations.
Crossness Pumping Station
A 19th-century sewage pumping station restored in part to its original high Victorian glory. Four massive James Watt beam engines, one fully restored, one in restoration and two in magnificent dilapidation await you
Bexley’s visitor attractions
Local history with Bexley Archives
