Luton Social Justice Unit

06/06/2026

Hope to see lots of people today in New Town for the brand new community festival we've been working on with the amazing community

NEW TOWN COMMUNITY FESTIVAL – TOMORROW! 🎉

The wait is almost over! Tomorrow we bring our community together for a fantastic day of live entertainment, family fun, and a celebration of the incredible local talent that makes our Town so special 💚

It all is all about showcasing our local performers, community groups, businesses, and organisations while creating a day full of happiness, laughter, and togetherness for everyone to enjoy.

☔ We’ve got gazebos and umbrellas in place for shelter if needed, but we’re staying positive and hoping for some dry weather!

A huge thank you to our headline sponsor, Luton Rising, to Love Luton, and to everyone who has supported, volunteered, performed, donated, and worked behind the scenes to make this event possible.

This festival is a true reflection of what can be achieved when a community comes together with a shared vision, passion, and pride in where they live. We are incredibly grateful to every individual, organisation, and local businesses that has played a part in bringing this day to life. Together, you’ve helped create something truly special for New Town and the wider Luton community. 💚

📍 Location: New Town Street, Luton
🗓️ Saturday 6th June 2026
⏰ 12pm – 6pm

We hope you’re as excited as we are and can’t wait to welcome you all tomorrow!

Let’s make memories, celebrate our community, and enjoy an amazing day together. 💚🎶🎤🎪☀️

05/06/2026

Join the team as the lead this project to support our Armed Forces and veterans

🎖️ Armed Forces Day is coming to Luton Town Hall!

Join us on Thursday 25 June, 5pm to 7pm for a free event honouring our veterans, serving personnel, and their families.

Connect with armed forces organisations, charities, and council services – and discover the support available to you locally.

Luton has a proud armed forces heritage, and this is our chance to come together and say thank you to those who serve and have served. Everyone is welcome.

📍 Luton Town Hall
📅 Thursday 25 June, 5 to 7pm
🎟️ Free – register your place on Eventbrite via the link in the comments

05/06/2026

🎉 A historic 150th deserves an iconic celebration! The legendary Kaiser Chiefs will be headlining Luton's 150th celebration at Stockwood Park on Saturday 12 September presented by Luton Rising!

⏰ Set a reminder, tickets go on sale Monday 8 June at 10am BST and they will go quickly! This is one memorable event you will not want to miss. PLUS more acts are on the way 👀

👉 More information for residents and businesses is on our website, https://www.luton.gov.uk/leisure-parks-culture/party-park

05/06/2026

Fantastic work being done in Marsh Farm. This is what Citizens Activation is all about!

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04/06/2026

Tonight the team are at the Luton Excellence Awards, staff awards.

The team are up for the collaboration award for the community Christmas trees project. And Helen, our communities hub manager is up for an award too.

Amazing 150 years poem by Lee Nelson and dance by

04/06/2026

Could your street be next?

Following the success of the community street parties held across Luton this May, we're inviting residents to get involved in a new round of street parties this August.

From meeting neighbours for the first time to bringing communities together, the May events showed the power of connection and community spirit

As part of our citizen activation work, we're encouraging residents to take the lead and organise something positive in their neighbourhood.

Interested? Email [email protected]

Let's bring more streets together this summer ☀️🎈

03/06/2026

Last week was a hot one but that didn't stop the team getting out into the community 😃

From sowing sunflower seeds in Hightown to serving refreshments in Brantwood Park, it was another great week connecting communities and supporting partnerships.

Swipe to see what the team got up to!

02/06/2026

Fantastic peice about our curbside cuppas programme from a local community leader.

Keep an eye on our page for one near you soon

Community curb-side cuppa, a great initiative by Luton Social Justice Unit which brings people and communities together

01/06/2026

Today, is flying the Pride Flag from the Town Hall to mark the beginning of Pride Month.

Our town is a proud to be a town who doesn't accept hate of any kind on our streets, a town built on tolerance and acceptance and a town built on fairness and social justice.

Before people comment:

The Union Flag is flying from the other flagpole (which it does every day of the year).

The Armed Forces Flag for veterans will be flown on armed forces day for a week at the end of June.

Straight Pride doesn't exist as they don't face hatred for who they love.

We hope our LGBTIQ+ communities have a fab month celebrating.

01/06/2026

Today the team came together to celebrate Eid with a wonderful bring and share lunch.

It was a lovely opportunity to take a moment out of our busy schedules and enjoy some delicious food!

Thank you to everyone who contributed dishes!