47 upcoming festivals events
Hampton Court Palace Festival 2026
Wed, 10 Jun 2026
Hampton Court Palace, London
An open-air palace festival at Hampton Court, from June 10 to 27, offering intimate, night-to-night performances by top artists spanning pop, rock, soul and classical genres in the stunning Base Court, delivering a magical summer concert experience. Perfect for music lovers seeki
Lovebox 2026
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Gunnersbury Park, London
Lovebox returns to Gunnersbury Park for a vibrant two-day festival (June 12–13, 2026) with multiple stages for dance, electronic, hip-hop and pop, immersive art installations, and diverse food vendors in London.
Meltdown Festival 2026
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Southbank Centre
Meltdown Festival 2026 at London's Southbank Centre is the artist-curated festival featuring concerts, talks, and performances by a celebrated music legend, running June 12–21 across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces along the Thames.
Junction 2 Festival 2026
Sat, 13 Jun 2026
Boston Manor Park, London
Junction 2 Festival 2026 is a two-day techno and electronic music festival at Boston Manor Park, London, featuring leading international DJs across multiple indoor and outdoor stages on June 13–14.
Summer Outdoor Garage Festival - Studio 338 London
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 at 15:00
Studio 338
London’s Summer Outdoor Garage Festival returns to Studio 338 for a sun-soaked day of garage anthems and big-room dance vibes. Outdoor stages, pounding electronic sets, and a crowd buzzing with summer energy make this a must-attend for garage fans.
Taste of London 2026
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 at 12:00
Queen's Park
Taste of London returns to Regent's Park for five days of feasting in Summer 2026, celebrating top chefs, tastings and vibrant street-food in an open-air festival setting.
Red Bull Soapbox Race
Sat, 20 Jun 2026
Alexandra Palace
The Red Bull Soapbox Race returns to Alexandra Palace for a gravity-powered, whimsical kart showdown on an outdoor track. Teams build eccentric soapbox cars and race for speed and style, drawing cheering crowds to a festive, family-friendly day at the iconic venue.
Cross the Tracks 2026
Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Brockwell Park
Cross the Tracks is a one-day festival at Brockwell Park, London, celebrating jazz, soul, funk, Afrobeat and world music with live performances, DJ sets, food markets, and vintage stalls under open skies.
Shxtsngigs: Daddy’s Home
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Shxtsngigs presents Daddy’s Home, a London-wide festival across diverse venues from intimate clubs to bustling streets, pairing bold acts, punk-poetry, and offbeat humor in a feverish, unforgettable run.
BST Hyde Park 2026
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Hyde Park, London
British Summer Time Hyde Park, London's premier outdoor summer festival, returns to Hyde Park with top headliners across multiple weekends in 2026, featuring iconic acts like The Rolling Stones, Adele, and Taylor Swift.
Summer Family Festival
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Dulwich Picture Gallery
Spend a family-friendly day at Dulwich Picture Gallery for the Summer Family Festival, celebrating nature, imagination, and hands-on creativity across the galleries. Free entry, with some paid sessions, starting at 10:00 on 21 June 2026 in a historic London venue.
Garden Museum Literary Festival 2026: Melbourne Hall
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Garden Museum
Two-day Literary Festival at the Garden Museum in London (Melbourne Hall), featuring author talks, readings, and literary conversations set in the museum's garden-inspired setting.
WAH in the City 2026 | Silverworks Island w/ Pendulum LIVE
Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Silverworks Island
WAH in the City 2026 returns to Silverworks Island with Pendulum LIVE, the UK's biggest drum & bass festival—immersive stages, river views, and relentless bass thundering through London's docklands.
Wireless Festival 2026
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
Gunnersbury Park, London
Three-day Wireless Festival returns to London’s Finsbury Park, delivering high-energy urban music across multiple stages with hip-hop, R&B, grime and electronic acts for a vibrant outdoor festival experience.
Country on the Common
Sat, 4 Jul 2026
Tooting
Country on the Common is an outdoor festival in South London celebrating country, blues and roots on Tooting Common. Expect boot-scootin' tunes, food stalls, and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere under summer skies.
Kaleidoscope Festival 2026
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 at 14:00
Alexandra Park And Palace
Kaleidoscope Festival returns to Alexandra Park and Palace with a full spectrum of music, DJ sets and stand-up comedy. The 2026 lineup includes Groove Armada, MJ Cole, Rudimental, The Amy Winehouse Band and Russell Kane, delivering an eclectic day of live performances at London's iconic festival site.
Junction2 at Boston Manor Park (25–26 Jul 2026)
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 15:00
Boston Manor Park, London
LWE presents Junction2 at Boston Manor Park in London for a two-day outdoor electronic music festival. Expect a techno-forward lineup in a vibrant park setting, combining late-night vibes with daytime energy across July 25–26, 2026.
Hedex Presents: My Home Is The Rave Festival
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 at 15:00
Boston Manor Park, London
Hedex Presents: My Home Is The Rave Festival is an outdoor drum-and-bass extravaganza at Boston Manor Park with 40+ artists across multiple stages. The London-based event features a stacked lineup including Eksman, Serum, TURNO, Voltage and Hedex for a high-energy day of bass-heavy anthems.
As One in the Park 2026
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Walpole Park Mattock Lane London W5 5EQ
London’s LGBTQ+ festival returns to Walpole Park for a daytime outdoor celebration featuring a diverse lineup of queer artists, including Tony English, Zach Burns, Amy LaQeefa, Arnaldo Novais, Brandy X, Liam Chaplin, Ross Anderson, Son Of A Tutu, Bradley Skeng, and Armani Versace. Expect high-energy performances, inclusive vibes, and a welcoming park setting.
My Home Is The Rave Festival
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 at 15:00
Boston Manor Park, London
London Warehouse Events presents My Home Is The Rave Festival at Boston Manor Park. This outdoor dance-music festival spins high-energy techno and house across multiple stages, blending park-scene vibes with immersive production for a day-to-night electronic party in west London.
London Salsa Marathon Fest – 5 Year Anniversary
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Porchester Hall
London Salsa Marathon Fest marks its 5th anniversary at Porchester Hall with explosive spins, live rhythms and non-stop dancing—an immersive festival where salsa lovers celebrate community and flame-hot moves.
51st State Festival 2026
Sat, 1 Aug 2026
Battersea Park, London
51st State Festival returns to Trent Park for a one-day dance music celebration featuring house, garage, disco, and soul across multiple stages in a lush park setting. Expect high-energy sets, sun-drenched vibes, and an eclectic lineup that pulls from the global dance music scene.
Summer Family Festival
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Victoria and Albert Museum
The Summer Family Festival at the Victoria & Albert Museum invites families to a free, family-friendly weekend of interactive activities and performances at V&A South Kensington on 25–26 July 2026, blending indoor experiences with outdoor fun around the museum for a lively London summer celebration.
Caribbean Takeover
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Caribbean Takeover brings Caribbean culture to Royal Museums Greenwich as the Caribbean Social Forum takes over the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House. A day of cultural performances, art, and activities celebrate Caribbean heritage with free entry. A museum-wide spotlight on Caribbean arts in a festive, family-friendly setting.
All Points East 2026
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Victoria Park, London
All Points East 2026 at Victoria Park, London, is a sprawling multi-day music festival featuring international acts across indie, rock, pop, and electronic genres. Spanning two weekends with a free midweek neighbourhood programme, it blends festival energy with city-wide access.
We Out Here Festival 2026
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire (near London)
We Out Here Festival 2026 is a four-day camping music festival curated by Gilles Peterson in Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire. The program spans jazz, soul, world, and electronic sounds in a rural setting, offering eclectic live performances and a relaxed countryside vibe.
Jazz Cafe Festival 2026
Sun, 2 Aug 2026 at 21:00
The Jazz Cafe
Jazz Café Festival 2026 sweeps through London's iconic Jazz Café, delivering multiple sets, shimmering sax lines, and a convivial, late-night vibe under warm, copper-toned lighting.
Notting Hill Carnival 2026
Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Notting Hill, London
Europe's largest street festival, Notting Hill Carnival, celebrates Caribbean culture with infectious steel bands, calypso, soca, and reggae sound systems across Notting Hill, London. Two million visitors over the August bank holiday weekend.
South West Four (SW4) 2026
Sat, 29 Aug 2026
Clapham Common, London
South West Four (SW4) is London's premier dance music festival staged on Clapham Common during the August bank holiday weekend, featuring world-class DJs across multiple stages. The two-day program spotlights electronic acts across diverse venues on the common.
All Points East Festival: Twenty One Pilots at Victoria Park
Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Victoria Park
All Points East Festival: Twenty One Pilots at Victoria Park marks a sprawling London-weekend highlight, blending alt-pop hooks with rap-rock energy as the crowd surges beneath the skyline.
Totally Thames Festival 2026
Tue, 1 Sept 2026
Totally Thames Festival 2026 is a month-long arts and cultural celebration along the River Thames, with venues spanning from the river's edge to central London. The program features film screenings, concerts, immersive art installations, and activities that showcase London’s riverfront culture.
MCM Comic Con
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 at 10:00
ExCeL London
MCM Comic Con London brings fans together at ExCeL London for cosplay, celebrity guests, panels, gaming demos, and hundreds of vendors across multiple halls. A celebration of comics, film, anime, and pop culture for geeks and families alike.
Continental GT Steppers Open Air at The Cause
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 at 16:00
The Cause London
Debut appearance by Continental GT Steppers at The Cause in London for a summer open-air festival-style night. This outdoor event promises high-energy club vibes, atmospheric lights, and a lively crowd under the London summer sky.
HRP Festivals Food Festival
Sat, 29 Aug 2026
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace Food Festival returns to the palace grounds for the August Bank Holiday Weekend. Sample delicious bites from artisan producers, enjoy live music, and family-friendly activities set against the stunning backdrop of Hampton Court Palace. A festive outdoor celebration of food, community and summer.
Remember Them Dayz Fest - Boxpark Wembley
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 at 19:00
Boxpark Wembley
Remember Them Dayz Fest at Boxpark Wembley is a celebration of UK music from 2015–2019 with a headline artist TBA. This urban festival at the Wembley venue promises live acts, street-food vibes, and a festive, high-energy night on Aug 22, 2026.
World Halal Food Festival 2026
Tue, 1 Sept 2026
London Stadium
World Halal Food Festival returns to London Stadium for a day of halal street food from 200+ vendors, live cooking demos by halal chefs, family-friendly activities, and ongoing entertainment across the stadium complex.
Meatopia London 2026
Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 13:00
Tobacco Dock
Meatopia London 2026 brings the UK's biggest live-fire food festival to Tobacco Dock, celebrating grills, pitmasters and meat-forward eats. Originating in NYC, this London edition promises bold flavors, chef demos, and a festive, meat-loving atmosphere at a historic dock venue.
Big London Tattoo Show
Fri, 4 Sept 2026 at 18:00
ExCeL London
The Big London Tattoo Show brings 500 tattoo artists to ExCel London for a weekend of live tattooing, gallery exhibitions, and market stalls. Expect edgy artwork, entertainment, and fairground rides as part of a vibrant celebration of body art.
Soul Town Festival 2026
Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 13:00
Croydon Road Recreation Ground
Soul Town Festival 2026 brings global Soul, Motown, disco, funk and house acts to Croydon Road Recreation Ground on September 5, 2026.
CelebrASIA 2026 — Day 1
Fri, 11 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Battersea Power Station
CelebrASIA 2026 returns to Battersea Power Station for a three-day celebration of Southeast Asian culture, running September 11–13. Expect live performances, vibrant food stalls, crafts, and family-friendly activities across the iconic riverside venue.
CelebrASIA 2026 — Day 3
Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Battersea Power Station
CelebrASIA 2026 returns to Battersea Power Station for a three-day festival celebrating Southeast Asian culture. Day 3 offers live performances, food stalls, crafts and interactive installations in the iconic riverside venue.
We Are Family Festival 2026
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 13:00
Croydon Road Recreation Ground
An all-inclusive outdoor family festival for kids at Croydon Road Recreation Ground with free rides, face painting, hourly themed parades, and bottomless soft drinks.
inQ! London Queer Comics Fair 2026
Sat, 26 Sept 2026
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
Two-day queer comics fair in London celebrating LGBTQIA+ creators and self-published zines. At the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, the drop-in event invites attendees to browse, meet artists, and discover indie queer comics with no booking required.
AŞO-ĘBÍ Festival Cultural Gala Night & Awards 2026
Sat, 31 Oct 2026
Chak89 Banqueting
An elegant cultural charity gala night and awards in London, celebrating the AŞO-ĘBÍ Festival at Chak89 Banqueting. With HRH Princes as organizers, the evening honors outstanding contributions to culture through a prestigious awards ceremony in a lavish venue.
Christmas at Kew light trail
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 at 16:20
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Experience the Christmas at Kew light trail—an enchanting illuminated journey through the Royal Botanic Gardens with music, light and magic.
Backstage at Roundhouse Podcast
Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 20:30
Roundhouse
Join a live podcast session at Roundhouse during the Three Sixty Festival for an intimate backstage chat with artists and creators. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, craft insights, and the energy of London's iconic venue in a spirited festival setting.
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
Hampton Court Palace
Celebrate the festive season at Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre in the palace gardens. This foodie winter event features artisan food and drink, gift ideas, and seasonal entertainment with sing-along festive classics on the garden Bandstand and carol singing by local choirs.