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Something BIG is coming to Milton Keynes this summer....

Elmer's Art Parade Trail

Can you find all 12 Elmers around Milton Keynes City Centre? From 11th July to 31st August, Elmer's Art Parade will transform Milton Keynes City Centre into a vibrant outdoor art trail. Discover a herd of colourful Elmer sculptures, each brought to life by a different artist with its own unique design. It's a fun, free activity for families and a great way to explore the city during the summer holidays. Follow the trail, complete the quiz and pick up your trail certificate which will grant you access to an exclusive offer to visit Elmer at Gulliver’s Dinosaur & Farm Park!

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The Map

Elmer's Trail Map

Choose from two themed Elmer trails through Milton Keynes city centre. The Wilbur Trail (1–7) takes you past popular shopping, dining and entertainment destinations, making it ideal for families and friends looking to combine art discovery with a day out. The Butterfly Trail (8–12) guides you through the city’s beautiful green spaces, gardens and hidden gems, including ponds, sculptures and a relaxing stroll through The Hub. Each trail takes approximately 40–50 minutes to complete (we’ve factored in little legs!). Taking on Elmer’s Big March and visiting all 12 Elmers? Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours to complete the full route — and don’t forget to stop and refuel along the way!

Locations

Discover the Elmers

The trails are located across Milton Keynes city centre, taking in vibrant shopping and leisure areas, picturesque parks, gardens and public spaces.

Locations

Discover the Elmers

Trail 1

The Wilbur Trail 🐘

Turner’s Sunsets - Xscape
Elmer The Patchwork Elephant - The Plaza, 12th Street
Henri - MK Gallery, 12th Street
Polka Dot - Festival Square, centre:mk
Frida-Phant - Queens Court, centre:mk
The View From His Window - City Square, centre:mk
Faces of Basquiat - Midsummer Place

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Trail 2

The Butterfly Trail 🦋

8. Floating In the Now - Fred Roche Garden

9. Maestro Morris - Fred Roche Garden

10. The Polymath - The Hub

11. Slunce a Mesic (Sun & Moon) - The Hub

12. Lily - Grafton Park

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Discover all 12 Elmer's

Elmer's Big March

The ultimate adventure, this route combines both trails so you can meet every Elmer sculpture across Milton Keynes. It’s a full city experience, connecting green spaces with the heart of the retail and leisure zones.

If you are taking on Elmer’s Big March and visiting all 12 Elmer’s allow approximately 1 hr 30 minutes - 2 hrs but don’t forget to stop and refuel along the way!

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions......

If you have questions about the Elmer Art Parade, our Frequently Asked Questions section is here to help. From trail information and event details to accessibility, timings and getting around, you’ll find answers to some of the most common queries to help you plan your visit and enjoy the parade with ease.

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Gulliver's Offer

Working with Gulliver's to bring you more

Once you’ve completed the trail quiz, collect your Elmer Trail certificate from centre:mk Guest Services, Moxy hotel or MK Gallery, then bring it to Gulliver’s Dinosaur & Farm Park and enjoy *2 for 1 entry!

Plus, you’ll have the chance to meet Elmer himself and enjoy the Elmer-themed jumping pillows for even more family fun.

*T&C’s apply - Check frequently asked questions

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Family Friendly Dining Spots

After a busy day of tracking down Elmer sculptures, take a well-earned break at one of the many cafés, restaurants and family-friendly eateries across Milton Keynes City Centre. Whether you're stopping for a coffee and cake, a leisurely lunch or a cooling ice cream, there are plenty of places to relax, refuel and compare notes on which colourful Elmer has been your favourite so far.

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