Westmeath communities encouraged to take part in the “Street Holiday”

Street Feast returned for the 15th year, Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25, when the neighbors meet for a common meal, a discussion and a chance to turn foreigners into friends.

In a world where we are more connected than ever, many of us still do not know the people who live next to, and the street holiday is to change that.

Street The holiday promotes social inclusion, integration and a feeling of belonging in communities; 96% of the participants in 2024 say that their feeling of belonging has increased since their street feast.

Street Feast was launched in 2010 and almost 75,500 took part in national holidays last year.

Whether it is a simple cup in the garden, a picnic in the park or a street party, hosting a street holiday is an easy and significant way to build a stronger, more connected community.

Host a street holiday

Street the holiday is about the reunion of people to share food, conversation and camaraderie. Whether you live in an apartment, a house or a common space, all you need is a location – a front garden, a street, a green, a parking lot, a line line or a community center – and a desire to connect with your neighbors.

How to get involved

• Register to host the street holiday at Streetfeast.ie and receive your free party package completed with bunging, stickers, invitations, posters and DIY guide.

• Recruit a few friendly neighbors to help plan the big day

• Choose an easy -to -reach location, agree with one date and an hour

• Invite -the neighborhood at the street feast (how? Knock on their doors, use invitations and posters in your package)

• Sort practical things like food, drinks, tables, chairs, foil, music and games

• Enjoy the day and entertain -you know your neighbors

Join the movement

Sam Bishop, co-founder Street Feast and CEO Network Network, says: “By hosting a street holiday, you can help. Make your neighborhood a happier, healthier and more connected place.

“In the last 15 years, Street Feast has facilitated 750,000 community connections in each county on Ireland. Our mission is to reach 1 million connections by 2030.

“By participating, you join thousands of people in Ireland to celebrate the spirit of the community and make your neighborhood a better place. Registration is now open to Streetfeast.ie. We are ready to help you bring your event to life. “

About the street feast

Street Feast is a project of Network Network, a charity for all islands, which tries to promote social inclusion, approach loneliness and build support and resistant neighborhoods.

With the growing participation at national level, Street Feast is an opportunity to strengthen communities in urban and rural Ireland. It is aligned with the policy of the national and local administration on social cohesion, community development and promotion of well -being.

The street holiday is possible due to the support of the following partners; Department of Rural and Community Development; Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth; local authorities; Dr. Oetker Ireland and other promotional partners.