Harrow Highlights - 22nd August 2025

August 22, 2025

Hi Harrow neighbours!

Your fresh, upbeat guide to the next seven days across our borough is here. From big town-centre celebrations to bank-holiday fun, family workshops and feel-good volunteering, we’ve lined up the best of 22–28 August. Share the love by inviting friends to like us on Facebook and follow along on Instagram.

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🌟 This Week’s Highlights

  • Harrow’s Summer Fun Day - (Sat 23 Aug, 11:00–18:00, Harrow Town Centre)
    A full day of free entertainment to mark Harrow’s 60th year, with market stalls, live music, face painting, balloon modelling and walkabout acts along St Anns Road & Greenhill Place. Add your own memories to the borough’s giant birthday card. More info

  • Birds of Prey pop-up - (Sat 23 Aug, 11:00–16:00, St Anns Road)
    Meet majestic birds at Katie’s Statue and chat with handlers in this drop-in showcase that delights kids and adults. It’s free and part of the town-centre celebrations. Details

  • Open-air theatre: HMS Pinafore - (Sun 24 Aug, 19:00–21:30, Pinner Memorial Park) Pack rugs and picnics for Gilbert & Sullivan by the lake. Expect sing-along tunes and comic mischief in Theatre in the Park. Tickets

🎉 Upcoming Local Events

  • ‘Life in the 1960s’ exhibition (through Fri 29 Aug, Harrow Arts Centre)
    Step into Harrow’s 60s style across fashion, music and design in the gallery spaces at HAC. A nostalgic walk for the whole family. Exhibition info

  • K’Nex Family Session (Thu 28 Aug, Greenhill Library) - Test engineering skills together in this hands-on maker session. No booking needed, just drop in. Find out more

  • Ruislip Lido Railway peak-summer running (various days this week)
    Steam and diesel trains around the lake, sandy beach for sandcastles and wood-walks for shade. Check the timetable before you go. Timetable

🍽️ Restaurants and Eateries

  • Miller & Carter, Harrow - Big-name steakhouse with crowd-pleasing mains, set menus and a kids offering. Book ahead at peak times. Website

  • The Social Dough Company, Pinner - Neighbourhood pizza with a sourdough base and playful toppings that change with the seasons. The team are great with kids and takeaway is speedy. Perfect for a park picnic or sofa supper. Menu

🏛️ Attractions and Things To Do

  • BOXPARK Coldplay Fanpark, Wembley Park - Fri 22 & Sat 23 Aug, 11am–11pm. Pre-game the gig or soak up the atmosphere even if you’re not going, with live bands, DJs, glitter stations and giveaways just minutes from the stadium. It’s a ready-made party hub for Coldplayers. Full details

  • Middlesex vs Northamptonshire, Merchant Taylors’ School, Northwood
    Thu 22–Sun 25 Aug, from 11am. Settle in for County Championship cricket at one of Middlesex’s picturesque outgrounds right on Harrow’s fringes. It’s a brilliant, family-friendly way to spend a summer afternoon. Match info

  • Pinner Library: Animal Origami Craft, Pinner
    Sat 23 Aug, 2.30pm–3.30pm, free. Kids 8–11 can fold foxes, cranes and more while building fine motor skills and creativity. A simple, screen-free hour that often books up quickly. Book here

  • BBC Radio 3: This Classical Life – Live! Preview Night, Watford Colosseum
    Thu 28 Aug, 7.30pm. Get behind the scenes of Radio 3’s hit show as young musicians and presenter Jess Gillam share performances and chat. A top cultural night just 15 minutes from Harrow. Tickets

🤝 Community Opportunities

  • Harrow parkrun – Volunteer Crew - Try timekeeping, marshalling or barcode scanning on a Saturday morning. Roles are straightforward with a full briefing and buddying for new volunteers. You will be finished by 10:00 with a big feel-good boost. Volunteer page

  • Harrow Giving - Find micro-volunteering and skills-based roles across local charities in one place. Opportunities range from one-off events to ongoing projects. Choose something that fits your interests and time. Explore

  • Harrow Health Walks – Walk Leader - Train as a volunteer leader and help people enjoy gentle, social walks. Routes are local and accessible, with support from the programme team. A brilliant way to encourage healthier habits. Programme

🛍️ Local Business Shout-Out

  • Harrow Garden Centre, HA2 - A friendly browse for plants, gifts and seasonal displays, with the Coffee Haven café for a treat. Staff offer practical advice for balconies and gardens alike. Workshops run across the year if you fancy learning something new. Learn More

Thanks for reading, sharing and making Harrow shine! Keep the good vibes rolling on Facebook and Instagram – we love seeing your photos. Catch you next Friday!

The Harrow Highlights Team