We might not be able to see each other face-to-face, but we won't let that stop us from coming together this Time to Talk Day to tackle the stigma that still surrounds mental health. That's why we're hosting this virtual festival.

No tickets required! You’ll be able to watch our virtual festival events on this page and you can catch up with any sessions you miss right here too.

The video for each event will go live on this page at the time listed in the line-up below. 

Please note that Sophie Ellie-Bextor’s story time will be shared on her Instagram account.

Wednesday 3 February

Time to Talk Day launch – the power of talking   

A conversation between Jo Loughran, Director of Time to Change, and representatives from our sister charities in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales about the importance of talking about mental health and the power it has in tackling stigma.

Thursday 4 February

10am: Young Champions – tips for talking mental health

Ever wanted to check in or support a friend with a mental health problem, but worried about how to go about it? Join two of our Young Champions who will be discussing how small things that anyone can do, can make a big difference. This event is perfect for young people and schools.

12noon: Cooking lunch with Sean

Hang out in Time to Change Champion Sean’s kitchen as he shares his recipe for a tasty salmon lunch. Either cook alongside him or just watch and listen as he talks about healthy cooking and the importance of talking about mental health. If you'd like to cook along with Sean, you can download the list of ingredients.

Available from 12pm:

1pm: Lunch and learn

Time to Change has worked with more than 1,500 employers over the years to improve attitudes to mental health in the workplace. Jo Loughran, Director of Time to Change, will host a conversation between Darea Flanagan from E.ON and Jessica Badley from Blood Cancer UK to find out about the small changes that make a big difference in the workplace when it comes to talking more openly about mental health.

Available from 1pm:

3pm: Fontanna’s laughter yoga

It’s time to get laughing as Time to Change Champion Fontanna takes you through a series of exercises that will have you in stitches. Fontanna will also talk about their experience of being a Champion.

Available from 3pm:

5pm: Ridhima's Bollywood dance

Learn some new moves as Time to Change Champion Ridhima teaches you some key steps. Ridhima regularly uses Bollywood dance as a way of encouraging people to talk about mental health.

Available from 5pm:

6pm: Story time with Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Tune in to @sophieellisbextor on Instagram to hear her read Ruby’s Worries by author and illustrator Tom Percival, published by Bloomsbury. The picture book story follows Ruby’s journey as she tried to get rid of her growing worry.

Watch on Instagram at 6pm >