Talk to me Day

London is set to become a conversational metropolis on Talk to me Day, 30th August! The day will be a celebration of conversation, a day when it’s OK to say hello – to the bus driver, to the person standing behind you at the supermarket, to the neighbour you haven’t spoken to yet. On Talk to me Day, you can talk to the people you might otherwise pass by – and realise you could do so all the time.

How? The day will see events taking place across London to get people talking, including a public debate, open picnics in parks, a talking workshop in collaboration with the Old Vic, and taking over of a street in London to become a ‘Talk Street.’ Thousands of badges will be given out and everyone from cafés, restaurants and theatre groups will be taking part.

Below are some key events. Please see our website for full details and updates.


- ‘Talk street’, 12-6pm, surprise location

A surprise location in central London will renamed ‘Talk street’ for the day to show you what it would look like if we talked! The location of the event will be announced the night before the big day via social media - follow us at @talktomelondon or sign up to our newsletter on website to find out.

-”Talking to strangers - a good for society or the ultimate taboo?” - 1-2pm, The Rambert,99 Upper Ground, SE1 9PP

We're bringing together experts from different backgrounds to tell us why we should talk - or why we shouldnt! Featuring leading practitioners in happiness, diversity and even London. Register in advance via our website

- Old Vic New Voices - interactive theatre - 2.30-4.30pm, The Rambert,99 Upper Ground, SE1 9PP
Join our free workshop with Old Vic New Voices to explore how theatre can facilitate conversation! Places limited, register in advance via our website.

- Picnic in the park - Green Park, 12-5pm, Green Park
A relaxed and informal picnic where you can make new friends and bring your old ones - we'll provide a snacks but do bring some to share too!

- Londoners film screening and Camden social, (screening) 6-7pm, (social) 7pm-midnight, Leyas cafe, 20 Camden High St, London NW1 0JH
1000 Londoners is a unique digital portrait of our city. We'll be showcasing ten 3 minute films each following a different Londoner. Followed by a social with lots of room for conversation!