What's coming up in the Lauderdale House special events calendar?
Heritage Weekend 2026
Saturday 28 February & Sunday 1 March 2026
Your handy guide to all of our free Heritage Weekend events.
Sunday Fun-Day Family Workshops
Heritage Family Fun-Day Sunday 1 March, 11am - 4pm
Our family workshops are designed to share the history of Lauderdale House!
Nowruz Festival 2026
Wednesday 11 March - Monday 6 April
Take part in our cultural and creative community events celebrating Persian New Year and the arrival of spring, including exhibitions, music, family activities, poetry, a bazaar and more.
Nowruz Private View & Festival Launch
Wednesday 11 March, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Join us on Wednesday 11 March, 7.30–9.30pm, for the private view of three exhibitions and the launch of this year’s Nowruz Festival.
Nowruz Family Day
Sunday 15 March, 11am-3pm
Fun for ages 4-10, come and learn more about Nowruz with Persian-inspired crafts!
Iran +100: Stories From a Century After the Coup
Tuesday 24 March
Explore how ten Iranian authors grapple with the past and imagine the future in Iran at this special talk for our Nowruz Festival.
Duck Pond Artisan Market
Sunday 29 March, 11am - 5pm
Duck Pond Market returns to Lauderdale House on Sunday 29 March from 11am to 5pm!
Easter Trail
Sunday 5 April, 11am - 4.30pm
Our annual Easter Trail returns! Join us in solving riddles and hunting for the Giant Bunny in a free Easter Trail around Waterlow Park.