Doncaster Lesstival Showcase
Celebrate Local Action for a Greener Doncaster!
Join us for a vibrant and inspiring day at the Doncaster Lesstival Showcase, where we shine a light on the amazing people and projects making a difference in our city.
Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, curious about eco-living, or just looking for a fun and creative day out, there’s something for everyone!
What’s On:
Meet Local Changemakers
Chat with community groups, organisations, and individuals who are helping Doncaster become greener, fairer, and more connected.
Eco Crafts for All Ages
Get hands-on with free activities like:
- Planting your own windowsill winter salad tray
- Upcycling crafts using everyday material
Visit the Seed Library
Pick up free seeds to grow in 2026 and learn how to save your own.
Roots to Renewal Fashion Show
Time TBC during the event
Be inspired by garments naturally dyed and creatively customised by local people, a celebration of sustainable style and community creativity.
Talks & Panel Discussions
Join us in the Art Gallery on level 2 for some informal talks, where people are welcome to join in with the conversation.
11:15am – ‘Co-operatives and Community Food Provision’
12:00pm – ‘Growing for Fuel, Food & Fibre’
Stallholders
Also in the Art Gallery, meet organisations and stall holders who will be talking about how they are making a difference in Doncaster.
Organisations attending LESStival at DANUM include:
- Co-op
- Bentley Urban Farm
- A Commune in the North
- VAS,
- Doncaster Housing for Young People (DHYP)
- Recipe 4 Change
- Cura-Care, The ME Project,
- Wheatsheaf Singers,
- Food Aware,
- Mex Foodbank
- Doncaster Food Network
PLUS – explore museum handling objects linked to Doncaster and The Co Op.
Nature-themed Storytime
Join our storyteller in the children’s library with some small, feathered taxidermy guests. As we host a natured themed story time for little ones.
Let Us Know You’re Coming to Doncaster Lesstival Showcase!
This is a free, drop-in event, so feel free to just turn up on the day.
But we’d love to hear from you if you’re planning to come, it helps us plan and makes us smile!
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