Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

ONE WEEK TO GO… until The Music is Ours live weekender 🔥

Clear your calendars - The Music is Black Festival lands at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on 13–14 June for a huge weekend celebrating the sounds that shaped the city.

From grime and UK garage to reggae, jazz, soul, alternative R&B and more, live performances and BIG sets from some of the UK’s finest artists and MCs.

And it doesn't stop there… join on the dancefloor all weekend long with:
💃 A family-friendly dance party
💃 Garage x Grime club night
💃 Sunday Sessions with featuring dance battles and DJ sets

Plus, discover BASSTONE PLAYGROUND - an immersive outdoor experience with three areas: Performance, Play and Peace, featuring an installation by pioneering DJ .

📍 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
📅 13–14 June
⏰ Sat 12pm–late | Sun 12–6pm

Visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/4cTe20M

The wait is almost over!

Next weekend, The Music is Ours opens The Music is Black Festival from East Bank.

Free to attend and no ticket needed. Take a look through the line-up →

Sadler's Wells, BBC, Victoria and Albert Museum, UCL, London College of Fashion, Zetteler

https://bit.ly/3RQ0mNp

Know a young person who loves being creative? 🌟

East Summer School is back at the Park this summer, offering FREE hands‑on sessions led by inspiring creatives and industry experts:

🖊️ Writing
👗 Fashion & magazine‑making
🎬 Documentary‑making
💃 Dance
& much more

Open to 12–17‑year‑olds who live or study in Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets or Waltham Forest.

📍 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
📅 27 July – 7 August
⏳ Booking closes Sunday 12 July
👉 Find out more and book now: https://bit.ly/4dNTj0d

Courses delivered by: Sadler's Wells East, V&A East, BBC, London College of Fashion, UCL, ABBA Voyage, Class of Your Own, Skate Cabal & more

East Summer School is supported by funding from East End Community Foundation.

Last‑minute Thursday plans? We’ve got you covered. 🎤😂

Head to Brew Street - Kitchen & Bar at Timber Lodge Café for a relaxed comedy night, perfect for a spontaneous midweek laugh with friends, neighbours or colleagues.

Expect a great line‑up of comedians, laid‑back vibes, and a great menu of food & drinks in one of the Park’s most welcoming community spaces.

🎟️ Tickets from £6.00

Find out more and book here: https://bit.ly/3RI3z1q

🏑🔥 World‑class hockey returns to east London

The FIH Hockey Pro League is back at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre from 13–28 June, bringing 12 days of fast‑paced international action to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Watch the world’s best men’s and women’s teams clash in an electric atmosphere.

As one of London’s leading sporting destinations, the Park continues to host live events across multiple venues, combining elite sport, green space and unforgettable days out.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now - https://bit.ly/4al86Nz

FREE events in East London you don't want to miss this June! 🙌

Looking for something different to do with friends? Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is serving up music, film, dance and culture this month - all part of The Music is Black Festival.

Black British Film, TV & Music Panel Talk:
Hear from leading directors, producers and musicians exploring the impact of Black British music on film and TV
📅 10 June | 📍 Sadler's Wells East

The Dance Floor is Black:
A full music and dance takeover featuring family dance parties, Garage x Grime Reload club night and high-energy battles + DJ sets with
📅 13 June | 📍 Sadler's Wells East

Lovers Rock Film Screening:
Sit back and experience Steve McQueen’s iconic Lovers Rock - celebrating music, community and joy against the backdrop of 1980s Britain
📅 18 June | 📍 UCL East Cinema at One Pool Street

Book your spot via our What’s On page: https://bit.ly/3tocQA5

We're proud to be part of The Music is Black festival from East Bank at !

BASSTONE PLAYGROUND is a family art installation which will be open during 'The Music is Ours' festival weekend celebrating soundsystem culture.

At BASSTONE PLAYGROUND by () you can:
🔊 Dance together at Linett’s light and sound artwork,
🔊 Enjoy a mix of dub, low-fi, and chilled music chosen by the artist, and
🔊 Hang out and play in a relaxing space.

12-5pm, 13–14 June 2026
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Free, just turn up!

Interested? Learn more on our website.

BASSTONE PLAYGROUND was commissioned for The Music is Black Festival from East Bank by the Children’s Board.

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No plans next weekend? Now you do. Black Eats Fest is BACK bringing flavour, culture and vibes to Hackney Bridge from 29 – 31 May! 😎

This year, it’s bigger, bolder and even tastier. Black Eats LDN have gotten the best street food vendors from across the diaspora. Guadeloupe, Grenada, Jamaica, Nigeria, Ghana, Congo and more.

But that’s not it! The award-winning food festival includes live DJs, market stalls, activations, prizes and giveaways + plus each vendor will have two dishes for £10 and under on their menu!

🌞 Daytime 12 – 4pm: family-friendly fun for all
🌙 Evening 5 – 9pm: 18+ unmissable party atmosphere

Book your ticket now via our What's On page: https://bit.ly/46JyoH0