Explore what’s on to celebrate Twinning Reaffirmation Weekend

Get ready to immerse yourself in the festivities and join the fun as we mark 65 years of our European partnerships with Konstanz in Germany and Fontainebleau in France.

To honour the 65th anniversary of our international partnerships, local societies, organisations, clubs and networks have partnered with peers in our twinned towns to organise over 50 borough-wide activities.

While some activities are already underway, the major celebrations take place during the Twinning Reaffirmation Weekend from 6 to 8 June, followed by a series of summer events running through to the end of July. 

Our Twinning Reaffirmation Event Map is now available online, and you can pick up paper copies at Twickenham Civic Centre, York House, the Visit Richmond kiosk in Richmond Station and at our 11 local libraries. Find out more about the Twinning Reaffirmation.

Here are some unmissable events during the reaffirmation weekend:

6 June: Welcome gathering on Richmond Riverside 

Start the reaffirmation weekend with a warm welcoming gathering on Richmond Riverside, hosted in partnership with the Richmond in Europe Association. Enjoy live music, scenic views, and the chance to meet guests from Fontainebleau and Konstanz. This relaxed and friendly evening will celebrate international friendship and community spirit.

Find out more about the welcome gathering.

6 to 7 June: OSO Outdoor Stage events 

Celebrate the reaffirmation weekend with live music at OSO Arts Centre’s Outdoor Stage on Barnes Green! Enjoy Maybe Oasis, a top tribute to Britpop legends; dance to Cat’s Country Band bringing Nashville vibes to London; and sing along with the FABBAGIRLS, one of the UK’s leading ABBA tribute acts.

Find out more about the OSO Outdoor Stage events. 

7 June:  York House Art Exhibition 

Discover international creativity at York House Art Exhibition! This free event will showcase inspiring works by artists from Richmond’s twin towns, Fontainebleau and Konstanz, alongside local talent.

Find out more about the York House Art Exhibition.

7 June: Future Sounds Fest 

This free, family-friendly event celebrates cultural exchange and international friendship, through vibrant music and dance by youth groups in Richmond, Konstanz, and Fontainebleau. Come along and experience the energy, talent, and unity of the next generation of performers!

Find out more about Future Sounds Fest.  

7 June: French coffee morning 

Residents of all ages and levels of French are invited to practise their French conversation over tea, coffee and traditional pâtisseries at ETNA Community Centre. 

Register for the French coffee morning

8 June: Celebration Parade and Reaffirmation Picnic 

Our Celebration Parade will feature local and visiting clubs, societies, and performers, including the spectacular flag-throwers from Konstanz. After the parade, residents and visitors are invited to York House for our Reaffirmation Picnic, an afternoon of live music, community spirit, and a ceremony celebrating Richmond’s cherished friendship with Konstanz and Fontainebleau.