Westmeath communities encouraged to take part in ‘Street Feast’
Street Feast is back for its 15th year, on Saturday May 24 and Sunday May 25, when neighbours come together for a shared meal, a chat, and a chance to turn strangers into friends.
In a world where we are more connected than ever, many of us still don’t know the people living next door, and the Street Feast mission is to change that.
Street Feast promotes social inclusion, integration, and a sense of belonging in communities;, 96% of participants in 2024 say their sense of belonging has increased since their Street Feast.
Street Feast launched in 2010 and nearly 75,500 took part in celebrations nationwide last year.
Whether it’s a simple cuppa in the garden, a picnic in the park, or a street party, hosting a Street Feast is an easy and meaningful way to build a stronger, more connected community.
Host a Street Feast
Street Feast is about bringing people together to share food, conversation, and camaraderie. Whether you live in an apartment, house, or shared space, all you need is a location – a front garden, a street, a green, a car park, a laneway, or a community centre – and a desire to connect with your neighbours.
How to Get Involved
• Register to host your Street Feast at StreetFeast.ie and receive your free party pack complete with bunting, stickers, invites, posters and DIY guide.
• Recruit some friendly neighbours to help plan the big day
• Choose a location that’s easy to access, agree a date and time
• Invite your neighbourhood to your Street Feast (How? Knock on their doors, use invites and posters from your pack)
• Sort the practical stuff like food, drinks, tables, chairs, gazebo, music and games
• Enjoy the day and have fun getting to know your neighbours
Join the Movement
Street Feast co-founder and Neighbourhood Network CEO Sam Bishop says: “By hosting a Street Feast, you can help make your neighbourhood a happier, healthier and more connected place.
"Over the last 15 years, Street Feast has facilitated 750,000 community connections across every county on the island of Ireland. Our mission is to reach 1 million connections by 2030.
"By taking part, you join thousands of people across Ireland in celebrating community spirit and making your neighbourhood a better place. Registration is now open at StreetFeast.ie. We’re ready to help you bring your event to life.”
About Street Feast
Street Feast is a project of Neighbourhood Network, an all-island charity which seeks to promote social inclusion, tackle loneliness and build supportive and resilient neighbourhoods.
With growing participation nationwide, Street Feast is an opportunity to strengthen communities in urban and rural Ireland. It aligns with national and local government policy on social cohesion, community development, and promoting wellbeing.
Street Feast is made possible thanks to the support of the following partners; the Department of Rural and Community Development; the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth; the Local Authorities; Dr Oetker Ireland and other promotional partners.