The Big Lunch map
There have been well over one million Big Lunch events since they started in 2009. This year, The Big Lunch weekend was 7-8 June 2025, but there are still events being held throughout the summer, and more are being added to the map by the day!
Most Big Lunches are for neighbours living nearby, so we’ve called these ‘private’ events, but there are also community-wide Big Lunches that anyone can attend – we’ve called these ‘public’.
Please note public events display as the teal ‘pin’ shapes while private events display as grey circles.
Fundraise for the Eden Project with your Big Lunch
Thanks to the amazing organisers and neighbourhoods who join in every year, over £100 million has been raised for good causes through Big Lunches since 2015, with more than 3/4 going to local charities or causes. That really is something to celebrate!
If you want to add a fundraising twist to your event, could you support the Eden Project – home of The Big Lunch? By fundraising for Eden, you will be helping us take positive action for people and the planet.
Whether it’s a pay-what-you-feel bake table, a donation tin, or a few simple games, every pound raised supports our mission to restore nature, inspire learning and strengthen communities – and our fundraising resources makes it as easy as pie for people to chip in.
The Big Lunch
Join millions to share friendship, food and fun with a Big Lunch!
Organise a Big Lunch
Simple steps to help you get started.
Fundraising ideas
Easy and achievable fundraising ideas for your Big Lunch (or other event!).
Weather-proofing your Big Lunch
What if it rains (or really, really shines) on your parade?