Nearly 150 years later, Luton Council, is preparing to celebrate this incredible milestone with the whole community. To mark the occasion, a special 2026 calendar will be launched in partnership with Love Luton, showcasing 150 images of people, places, and the spirit of the town.
This unique calendar will capture the essence of Luton through the eyes of its residents and we’re inviting you to be part of it.
We’re calling on the community to share their photos that celebrate life in Luton. Whether it’s a landmark, a local event, or a family moment, your image could help tell the story of our town.
- Submit your images: Share photos of Luton landmarks, local events, or everyday life.
- Tell us why: Add a short note about why your photo should be featured.
- Confirm permission: Tick the box to confirm you have the rights to share your image.
- Competition entry: If your image is selected, you can enter our competition to win a limited-edition calendar by including your full name and address.
- No limits: Upload as many images as you like!
Cllr Hazel Simmons MBE, Leader of Luton Council said: “Marking 150 years since borough status was granted to Luton is a huge honour and something I am immensely proud to celebrate in my role as Leader of the Council. I am delighted to formally launch the start of our anniversary celebrations with this iconic calendar. And this is just the beginning, we are planning a full programme of events, with 150 celebrations taking place across the town throughout the year.”
Linsey Sweet, Chair of Love Luton said: “We are proud to be part of the official launch marking 150 years of Luton’s borough status. What better way to celebrate than through images that showcase the heart and soul of our town, brought together in our very own 2026 calendar.
"From iconic landmarks like London Luton Airport, the Town Hall, and the River Lea, to community events, sports, and everyday life. There’s no limit to how many photos you can share, so get involved and help us tell Luton’s story.”
To upload your images and learn more about this special project, please visit loveluton.org.uk/luton150/. The first deadline for submissions is Sunday, December 7. The commemorative calendar will be available for purchase from Friday, December 19, with further details to be announced shortly.
