21/08/2026
Heading to The Music is Black Festival tomorrow for Q***r Frequencies? Here's where to fuel up between sets 👇
🌴 First Choice Caribbean Hut Ltd – authentic Caribbean favourites, from jerk chicken and curry goat to patties and more.
🍽️ Cafe Jikoni London – serving dishes inspired by east London's diverse communities (plus an outdoor pop-up!).
🍻 Park Kitchen & Bar at Sadler's Wells East – classics with a creative twist, alongside an outdoor pop-up bar to keep the good vibes flowing.
Still hungry? Just a stone's throw away you'll find our riverside favourites: Ginger & Mint, Chilli Padi, TSUJIRI Uk and Draughts - London's board game café.
Want to keep the Q***r Frequencies fun going? Pop over to Tina We Salute You (E20 1FT) for east London pub vibes with an LGBTQ+ twist.
Come for the music. Stay for the food.
19/08/2026
BIG NEWS! 🚨
If you know, you KNOW… MNEK is joining Q***r Frequencies, The Music is Black Festival from East Bank this weekend for a PA set!
Head to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and catch the one and only at The Waterfront Stage on Sunday 23 August. 🔥
With an incredible line-up curated by some of the best talent in the industry, this is one weekend you seriously don’t want to miss.
👉📷 Check out the full set times and line-up.
See you there! 😎
17/08/2026
Five things to do this bank holiday at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park! ☀️
Looking for ideas? From beach tennis and rooftop vibes to family adventures, music and vintage finds, we’ve got your long weekend sorted 👇
🍋 Côte Citron Terrace
Get a taste of the Côte d’Azur with DJs, zesty beers, refreshing spritzes and rooftop sunshine overlooking the Park Bread Street Kitchen. Thursday 27 – Sunday 30 August.
🎾 Bola Beach Tennis
Sand, sport and Brazilian beach energy with Bola Beach Tennis. Only 9am & 10am slots left on 30 August - be quick.
🚀 Planetarium Go
Take the family on out-of-this-world adventure with Planetarium GO UK at Zip World London, ArcelorMittal Orbit. 29 August is your last chance.
🎶 Habibi Funk
After a sold-out first year, Habibi Funk is back for a full weekend takeover at Hackney Bridge. 29–30 August.
👗 Flea London
Hunt down vintage gems and unique finds every Saturday & Sunday for some sustainable shopping with Flea London at Hackney Bridge.
Save this post and make the most of the bank holiday weekend!
14/08/2026
Who’s ready for The Music is Black Festival next weekend? 🔥
Q***r Frequencies lands at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for the Festival’s third live weekender – a takeover by London’s q***r collectives redefining music, culture and community.
👉📷 Check out the full line-up and set times, then get ready for sunshine, good vibes and a weekend to remember!
Just a 10–15 minute walk from Stratford International Station, with plenty of spots nearby to grab a bite before or after the festival.
👀 And keep your eyes peeled… we’ve got a BIG announcement coming next week!
Visit our website for more Festival information: https://bit.ly/4cTe20M
Zetteler
Victoria and Albert Museum East
UCL
Sadler's Wells East
BBC Music Studios
London College of Fashion
11/08/2026
☀️ Another spell of hot weather is here and London's parks are likely to be as busy as ever.
If you're planning a visit this week, a few simple actions can help protect these special places and make sure everyone can enjoy them safely.
💧 Bring plenty of water
🥪 Choose a picnic over a BBQ
🗑️ Take litter home if bins are full
🏊 Swim only in safe, lifeguarded water
🌳 Respect the park and fellow visitors
08/08/2026
Looking to boost your wellbeing in a supportive and inclusive environment?
Meet The Body People, an independent fitness studio based in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, helping people of all ages and abilities stay active and connect with their community.
🌟 New Kids Aerial Classes (ages 6-10)
Perfect for young movers looking to build strength, coordination and confidence while having fun.
💪 55+ Circuit Fitness Classes
Designed to help older adults stay active and build strength in a welcoming and supportive space.
Discover The Body People: https://bit.ly/4w6miCh
04/08/2026
This weekend, Black Eats Fest is taking over Hackney Bridge once again for London’s biggest celebration of Black food and culture.
If you haven’t secured your ticket yet, now’s the time.
See you there!
📍 Hackney Bridge, E15 2SJ
📅 Fri, Sat & Sun 7th-9th Aug
⏰ 12–4PM (All Ages) & 5–9PM (18+) Sessions
Find out more and get your tickets: https://bit.ly/46JyoH0