The annual Community Party at the Park returns to St James Park on Saturday, June 28! The event is being held in aid of the Exeter City Community Fund.
The event is free to attend, open to all and is in partnership with club partners Nevada Construction. There will be a full day of activities for the whole family starting from 11am, gates open at 10:30am. Expect fun and games, player experiences, live music, food and drink and more!
The event will see the launch of the NEW Exeter City 25/26 home shirt with appearances by Exeter City Men’s and Women’s players (you can even train with the Women’s team on the inflatable pitch at 1pm!) and Grecian and Lexi Exeter City’s Mascots will be appearing during the day.
The seven organisations who will benefit from the Exeter City Community Fund are Exeter City Community Trust, Exeter Community Initiatives, Alright Mate? CiC, Exeter Leukaemia Fund, Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services, Refugee Support Devon and Onda Solidária.
Activities include street soccer and inflatable challenges, the Junior Grecians Family Zone will be open featuring games consoles, table football, large screen TV, ice creams, tea and coffee. There will also be face painting, stalls, games and competitions.
There will also be static displays from Devon and Cornwall Police, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue. The Supporters' Trust, Exeter City Community Trust and our other charity partners will be represented and there will be a Grand Raffle with some fantastic prizes, tickets are available on the day.
There will be a bar, food options, ice cream, and candy floss available.
The Schedule
- 10:30 - Event Gates Open - DJ
- 11:00 - Event Opening - Speeches & New 25-26 Home Shirt Launch
- 11:15 - Club Shop Open and New Home Shirt Available
- 11:15 - Exeter Starlites - Performance Area
- 11:30 - Football Activities Start – Inflatable Pitch and Target Shot
- 11:30-2:30 - Facepainting!
- 12:00 - Phil Smyth - Stage
- 13:00 - Train with the ECFC Women’s Team – Inflatable Pitch
- 13:00 - K2 (Rock Covers) - Stage
- 14:00 - Exeter Starlites - Performance Area
- 14:45 - Sicromagic - Stage
- 15:30 - Taylor's Wift - Stage
- 16:00 - Online Auction Closes - Grand Raffle Drawn
- 16:30 - Raffle Result
- 16:45 - Take a Chance on Us: ABBA tribute - Stage
- 18:00 - Event closes
Online Auction now LIVE!
Alongside the Party at the Park activities we are running an online auction featuring some money can’t buy experiences. You can view the items and place a bid from today.
The auction will close at 4pm on Saturday June 28th, the day of the event, although you do not need to be present on the day to take part.
View the items and place a bid here: app.galabid.com/patp25/items
Book a Stadium Tour
Why not make a day of it by joining a stadium tour? Tours cost just £2 with all proceeds going to the Exeter City Community Fund's seven charities.
The tours start at 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 2:30pm, 3pm and 3:30pm, and start outside the VIP entrance off the Fan Zone at St James Park, please arrive 5 minutes prior to the departure time. The Tours last about an hour and provide a wonderful opportunity to go behind the scenes of a Football League club.
The tours include the dressing rooms, Museum Room, the Security Centre and many other interesting areas which provides a unique insight into their match day role. At the same time the guides relay information about the history of the club making use of the visuals and displays which are all around the stadium plus some unusual and interesting stories which fans may not be familiar with!
Places are limited, book now! app.galabid.com/patp25/event-tickets
Meet the Community Fund Charities
The proceed from Party at the Park go towards the Exeter City Community Fund which supports charitable organisations with activities and donations throughout the season.
Last season, thanks to the generosity of supporters, we were able to donate a total of £20,000 to our six Community Fund charities. As well as proceeds from the Party at the Park, £6,000, the football management team took part in the Exeter City Community Trust-organised half marathon with sponsorship contributing to the total. This is alongside donations collected from the Eco Cups, which see customers pay a returnable deposit, which they can choose to donate to the fund, by dropping their cups at the collecting points.
A seventh charity – Brazilian charity Onda Solidária – has been added to the group for the 2024/25 season. The charity, which works to promote social inclusion through generating opportunities in low-income communities in Brazil, is supported by the Brazilian football club Fluminense. It was Fluminense’s Laranjeiras stadium which hosted City’s famous match against Brazil in 1914 which was the start of the two clubs’ relationship, which continues to this day.
The seven organisations who benefit from the Exeter City Community Fund for the 2024/25 season are:
Alright Mate? CiC
Alright Mate? uses creative approaches to tackle mental health stigma, particularly among men. It works to break down barriers and encourage men to speak about their mental health challenges, helping to address issues like isolation, anxiety, and depression.
Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services
The charity offers confidential support to survivors of rape, sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse across Devon and Torbay. It provides specialist support online, in person or by phone for all survivors of rape, sexual violence and/or abuse aged 13 and over.
Exeter City Community Trust
The partner charity of Exeter City Football Club delivers a huge range of services and activities across the Greater Exeter area, focused on helping people of all ages start well, live well and age well.
Exeter Community Initiatives (ECI)
ECI is a charity which delivers services across Exeter and Devon and is a partner of Exeter City Supporters’ Trust. Its mission is to work alongside people, families and communities to build connections, develop capacity, improve wellbeing and support each other.
Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF)
ELF provides support to patients with blood cancer and other disorders, who attend the Haematology Centre at the RD&E Hospital. It provides support to patients from diagnosis, during and after treatment, at hospital and in the community.
Onda Solidária
The South American charity works to promote social inclusion through generating opportunities in low-income communities in Brazil. It is supported by the Brazilian football club Fluminense.
Refugee Support Devon
Refugee Support Devon has a mission to support refugees and their families to ensure that they are given the protection they need, are able to settle in the community, can reach their full potential and rebuild their lives in safety and dignity.
Face Painting
True Tone Face Art will be at Party at the Park from 11:30am to 2:30pm!
The Performers
Sicromagic
Simon Croft has a remarkable ability to engage children of all ages and abilities, through his captivating magic shows, interactive games, and intricate balloon modelling.
Simon's magic shows are thoughtfully designed to be inclusive, ensuring that every child feels involved and valued. His shows are filled with visual illusions and interactive elements that captivate and engage, making them accessible and enjoyable for all.
As a skilled balloon artist, Simon offers an extensive range of balloon models, from simple designs to complex sculptures like superheroes and princesses. He often conducts balloon modelling workshops, allowing children, including those with additional needs, to explore their creativity and learn new skills in a supportive environment.
Simon will be performing his Stage Magic for all the family at 2:45pm and Balloon Modelling from 1:15pm.
More info: www.facebook.com/sicromagic
Exeter Starlites
Exeter’s National Cheer Championship Winners!
Exeter Starlites have a packed out calendar as their reputation continues to grow both locally and Nationally. The Exeter Starlites competition teams are UKCA Cheerleading National Champions and took part in the 2017 ECC European Championships in Croatia.
Cheerleading is a unique athletic discipline which puts together cheers, chants, stunts, jumps, arm motions, tumbling and dance. All these elements are combined to produce Cheerleading, Stunt and Pom dance Routines. The aim of Cheerleading is to raise self esteem, build confidence and encourage team work.
The Starlites will be performing at 11:15am and 2pm.
www.facebook.com/exeterstarlitescheerleading
Phil Smyth
Phil will be kicking off our Party at the Park 25 musical entertainment, he will be on stage from 12 noon.
Phil's father Cec Smyth joined City from Distillery in Belfast and made 273 league appearances between 1962 and 1969 including 44 games when the club won promotion in 1964. Cec was a popular full-back, know for his consistency and giving his all - a real terrier on the pitch! Cec sadly died in Exeter on 7 November 2008 aged sixty-seven.
Phil will be performing solo and will be looking to get the party atmosphere going, performing fun, upbeat and sing-along anthems.
So make sure you head to the Park early to hear Phil perform!
https://www.facebook.com/Philsmythmusic/
K2
K2 are the UK’s 'Premier Classic Rock Covers Band' and take to the Party at the Park 25 stage at 1pm.
Based in the South West of England, K2 have played to audiences all across England and never fail to give a great night's entertainment.
Covering artists such as Bon Jovi, Guns n Roses, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Bryan Adams, Pink Floyd, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, Foo Fighters, and AC/DC, the list goes on and on. All the classic rock songs you love are likely to be in the set.
Taylors Wift
Stewart Taylor and Phil Taylor are two seasoned rock revivalists determined to bring the 80s, 90s, and 2000s back to life.
Taylors Wift are your one-way ticket to musical nostalgia. Whether it's a synth-soaked anthem from the 80s, a grungy 90s banger, or that early 2000s tune you forgot you loved, they’ve got it covered.
Take a Chance on Us: ABBA tribute
Don't miss the opportunity to experience the ultimate ABBA experience with of the top ABBA tributes in the UK!
Appealing to all age groups and bringing you the music of one of the most successful bands of all time ... TAKE A CHANCE ON US" is a fantastic ABBA tribute act selling out venues regularly.
So put on those platform boots and funky suits, or just a boa and join us at 4:45pm for some ABBA madness! Take A Chance On Us, you'll be glad you did!