Get READY FOR...
urban wild 2026!
The very first Urban Wild Week took place in Southampton from 26 May to 1 June 2025. We enjoyed it so much, that we're excited to announce that Urban Wild will be returning from 23rd May to 31st May 2026!
This year, Urban Wild is using the theme 'Reimagining Southampton'.
We would like to encourage groups to run activities that help residents picture a future Southampton where the health of nature and people are prioritised
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Would you and your organisation like to play a part in this year's
festival?
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We are currently accepting applications for Urban Wild on the Common - a one day festival showcase on the 24th May to open the festival, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Common and Urban Wild Week - a celebration of all of Southampton's green and blue spaces, nature, and the communities that make our city unique.
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APPLY HERE for Urban Wild on the Common
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​APPLY HERE for Urban Wild Week
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Download the Application Guidance here:
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What is Urban Wild? Urban Wild is a week that showcases a world where biodiversity and people thrive together, as we reimagine Southampton as a greener, healthier, and more connected place for all.
With a special focus on inclusivity, sustainability, and community action, Urban Wild is more than just an event—it’s a movement towards a brighter, more harmonious future. Whether you’re curious about urban ecology, passionate about the arts, or simply looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
​​Want to see what we have in store? Then check out the YouTube video below showcasing several big events from 2025's Urban Wild.
This footage is courtesy of the New Forest National Park Authority, the lead for the Youth for Climate and Nature Scheme. This scheme helped to fund Urban Wild and is part of the National Lottery Community Fund - many thanks to the National Lottery and its players.
Partner with us
Would you like to partner with us to help deliver Urban Wild? We are open to professional collaboration and financial support from businesses and other groups in the city to help sponsor or support an activity during Urban Wild week. Get in touch via urbanwild@nationalparkcity.org and review our partnership pack.
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General information on supporting Southampton National Park City can be found here:
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Organising partners
We would like to extend a huge thank you to the following organisations who helped with organising the Urban Wild week of events:
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Wonderseekers, representatives from Southampton City Council and University of Southampton, as well as independent local professionals and community organisers.
Supporting Partners
