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Join us in the centre of Gloucester for a surprise visit from the very special Moomintroll!

 

Moomintroll is coming to Gloucester to help celebrate 80 years of the Tove Jansson's beloved Moomin stories. Moomintroll embodies the spirit of adventure, friendship and kindness at the heart of these stories, and it will be his first ever visit to our city, so come and say hellow and make a Moomin feel welcome!

 

Find Moomintroll between 11:30am and 5pm on Sat 21 June at some of Gloucester's favourite city centre landmarks, including Gloucester Docks in the morning, at the Moomin Picnic in Kings Sqaure at lunchtime and at the Moomin ABC Exhibition at Museum of Gloucester in the afternoon.

 

The perfect place to meet Moomintroll will be at the Moomin Picnic, on from midday until 6pm. With free food and drink tasters, free ice cream, a fantstic Moomin puppetry show, music, facepainting, games and more, this free family day out is the perfect way to spend a Saturday. Just grab a picnic blanket, a picnic, your family and friends, and we'll see you there!

 

 

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Meet a Moomin!

Type:Free Event

Multiple Venues, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1EA

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Opening Times

Gloucester Docks (21 June 2025)
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Saturday11:30
Kings Square (21 June 2025)
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Saturday13:30
Museum of Gloucester (21 June 2025)
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Saturday16:30

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Events

Saturday, 29th March 2025 - Sunday, 5th October 2025

Moomin 80: Moomin ABCMoomin 80: Moomin ABCAs part of the Moomin 80 programme in Gloucester, we invite you and your family into a magical world inspired by Moomins this Spring and Summer.
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Saturday, 29th March 2025 - Sunday, 5th October 2025

The Moomin Gift ShopThe Moomin Gift ShopCome and visit our special Moomin Gift Shop, open until October.
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Saturday, 14th June 2025 - Saturday, 14th June 2025

Tuesday, 17th June 2025 - Friday, 20th June 2025

Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

Welcome ChorusWelcome ChorusExperience an immersive light and sound installation by Squidsoup & Vilk Collective Welcome Chorus which echoes songs of welcome, belonging and overcoming adversity gathered from communities across Gloucester.
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Saturday, 14th June 2025 - Sunday, 22nd June 2025

You Look as Though You Might Be a RelationYou Look as Though You Might Be a RelationA floating installation by socially engaged artist Dana Olărescu invites us to reflect on how we welcome newcomers to our city, and form bonds beyond blood ties.
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Wednesday, 18th June 2025 - Wednesday, 18th June 2025

a group of people walking on a canal Language Walk and TalkThe Canal and River Trust welcomes you to join our Language Walk and Talk on Wednesday 18th June starting from the National Waterways Musuem Gloucester.
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Friday, 20th June 2025 - Friday, 20th June 2025

Moonlit ArrivalMoonlit ArrivalAs the moon rises, the Moomin raft will embark on its final journey across the dock.
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Friday, 20th June 2025 - Friday, 20th June 2025

family paddling in a canoeMoonlit Arrival - on the water experienceA guided paddle led by Canal and River Trust volunteers to watch "Moonlit Arrival".
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Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

Moomin PicnicA Celebration of Belonging: Moomin PicnicJoin us for a Moomin-style picnic to mark the finale of a fantastic week of city-wide events
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Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

a family paddles on the water in canoes Let's Paddle!A paddling taster session in Gloucester Docks, featuring the installation "You look at though you might be a relation".
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Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

Mischief & Mystery in MoominvalleyMischief & Mystery in MoominvalleyDiscover the world of the Moomins where anything is possible.
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Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

Moominmamma's Jam of KindnessMoominmamma's Jam of Kindness - A Moomin Story & Craft AdventureBased on Moominland Midwinter, this storytelling and craft session celebrates kindness and generosity - just like Moominmamma, who shares her homemade jam with weary travellers.
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Wednesday, 2nd July 2025 - Wednesday, 2nd July 2025

Ghosts & AncestorsGhosts & Ancestors: A Moomin Story & Craft AdventureInspired by The Exploits of Moominpappa, where ghosts and ancestors appear by fireplace, this storytelling and craft session explores the mysterious and playful spirits of Moomin stories.
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Thursday, 24th July 2025 - Thursday, 24th July 2025

Saturday, 16th August 2025 - Saturday, 16th August 2025

LEGO MoominvalleyLEGO Moominvalley: Moomintroll's Maker TimeCalling all imaginative builders!
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Tuesday, 5th August 2025 - Tuesday, 5th August 2025

LEGO Moominvalley: Snufkins Quiet CornerWelcome to Snufkin's Quiet Corner, a serene and cosy haven designed for gentle builders.
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Friday, 8th August 2025 - Friday, 8th August 2025

Comet Wishes: A Moomin Story & Craft AdventureEmbark on an enchanting journey with us as we delve into the whimsical world of Comet in Moominland, following the delightful adventures of Moomintroll and his friends!
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Tuesday, 19th August 2025 - Tuesday, 19th August 2025

LEGO Moominvalley: Little My's Fidgety FunLittle My's Fidgety Fun: A Self-Directed Adventure for Young Explorers
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Friday, 22nd August 2025 - Friday, 22nd August 2025

Moomin Tales & AdventureMoomin Tales & Adventure: Storytelling Session with Exhibition VisitJoin Us for an Enchanting Moomin Adventure!
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