Arts Trust, producer of King’s Cross Summer Sounds, has announced the programme for the June-August section of Summer in the Park; the free festivals in the beautiful parks and squares of Greenwich, Bexley and Tendring this summer.

Summer in the Park is a series of outdoor dance classes, festival events and community park picnics, full of music, dance, theatrical performances and physical activity for people of all ages; held in Greenwich Park, Maryon Park, Queenscroft Park, Charlton House, Cygnet Square and St Osyth Priory.

The events, taking place between June and October, are designed to celebrate community,, arts, sport and local culture, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, National Lottery Heritage Fund, Peabody Trust and supported by Go! London.
New event partners and a fresh vision have inspired the season of free performances and cultural experiences. Through events that draw national attention, Summer in the Park spotlights the local diverse cultures, offering free events in world-class locations.

The Summer in the Park September-October programme will be announced later in the summer, so keep your eyes peeled.

Festival Listings

Summer in the Park: Maryon Park Picnic
30th June 2024
13:00-18:00
Maryon Park SE7 8EN
FREE
The ‘Summer in the Park’ Mayron Park Picnic features the spirited tunes of Ceilidh Tree; whether you’re well-versed in folk dances or eager to learn, this event promises an unforgettable day filled with lively music and dancing. Don’t miss other exciting attractions like Cracking the Crinoline where visual vibrancy meets unexpected surprises, and the charming duo Doris Drake and Daria the Dragon, who are on a noble mission to save mythical habitats.

Dive into a variety of other activities designed for all ages and interests. You can swing your racquet at the inclusive tennis sessions hosted by Twist Fizz, and football enthusiasts can sharpen their skills with professional coaching from Charlton Athletic, while art lovers can explore their creativity with Sally McKay’s Free Drawing Project and clay modeling. And don’t forget to stroll through the bustling Market, a perfect showcase of the community’s freshest produce and artisan goods.

Summer in the Park: Gallions Park Picnic
6th July 2024
13:00-18:00
Gallions Reach Park SE28 0NT
FREE
At the Summer in the Park: Gallions Park Picnic get ready to groove with the amazing Greenwich Blues Band as they bring their unique, soul-stirring sound to the stage, join Doris Drake and Daria the Dragon on their noble mission to save mythical habitats, while art lovers can explore their creativity with Sally McKay’s Free Drawing Project and clay modeling.

You can also immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Africa with Bantu Arts, your premier source for traditional African and Ugandan music and dance, and attend insightful water quality testing events and workshops by Thames21, designed to engage and educate the community on the health of local rivers.

Summer in the Park: Queenscroft Park Picnic
7th July 2024
13:00-18:00
Queenscroft Park SE9 5EL
FREE
At the Summer in the Park: Queenscroft Park Picnic you can experience the electrifying township jazz sounds of The Claude Deppa Band, see visual vibrancy meet unexpected surprises with Cracking the Crinoline, and join Doris Drake and Daria the Dragon, who are on a noble mission to save mythical habitats.

You will be able to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Africa with Bantu Arts, your premier source for traditional African and Ugandan music and dance, while Football enthusiasts can sharpen their skills with professional coaching from Charlton Athletic, and art lovers can explore their creativity with Sally McKay’s Free Drawing Project and clay modeling. You can also take a stroll through the bustling Farmers’ Market, a perfect showcase of the community’s freshest produce and artisan goods.

Summer in the Park: Greenwich Park Youth Festival
Day 1
13th July 2024
12:00-20:30
Greenwich Park SE10 8QY
FREE
On day one of Greenwich Park Youth Festival, breathe deep, connect with nature, make new friends and relax in the beautiful setting of Greenwich Park by joining an open air Tai Chi class delivered by Chew-Yeen Lawes, or take part in a Tango class taught by London Tango School & Social Dancing – Corrientes Social Club.

The National Youth Jazz Orchestra Under 18s is a Saturday programme for talented young jazz musicians aged 14-18, offering training, ensemble-playing, performance opportunities and jams to develop your technique and your creativity, while Brass Rascals will be supplying the party with their infectious brass band energy.

Visual artist and community educator Paige Denham will be leading a Graffiti Workshop, while participatory arts facilitator, specialising in drama and dance Audrey Xiarui Corno will be inviting one and all to take part in a Hip Hop Workshop, and Vibes on Vibes will be bringing you a Silent Disco SkateJam that’s all about mastering the art of skating with a fun twist.

Award-winning amateur historian, drag artist, zine maker and part-time goddess of love ‘H.R.H. Aphrodite I’ will be leading Drag Queen Story Time, and you can also step into the bustling vibrancy of the local Farmers’ Market showcasing the community’s freshest produce and artisan goods.

Summer in the Park: Greenwich Park Youth Festival
Day 2
14th July 2024
12:00-20:30
Greenwich Park SE10 8QY
FREE
Day two of Greenwich Park Youth Festival features the spirited tunes of Ceilidh Tree, as well as the opportunity to make new friends and relax by joining an open air Tai Chi class delivered by Chew-Yeen Lawes, or a Tango class taught by London Tango School & Social Dancing – Corrientes Social Club, as well as Yoga Flow Sessions for Adults.

Take part in Fish Out of Water, a fresh, family-friendly outdoor dance performance using hip hop, interactive sculptures and responsive music to explore themes of belonging, otherness, displacement and migrancy, or check out AirCraft Circus Workshop where AirCraft Circus Academy’s expert trainers will teach you exciting circus skills.

Vibes on Vibes will be bringing you a Silent Disco Backward SkateJam that’s all about mastering the art of skating with a fun twist, while versatile artist John Lord will lead Art in the Docks, a community drawing that celebrates everything about Greenwich, and once again you can also step into the bustling vibrancy of the local Farmers’ Market showcasing the community’s freshest produce and artisan goods.

Summer in the Park: Skate & Groove at Cygnet Square – A Silent Disco SkateJam with Vibes on Vibes
21st July 2024
16:00-20:00
Cygnet Square SE2 9FA
FREE
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cygnet Square with Vibes on Vibes and a Silent Disco SkateJam like no other! This event is all about embracing new experiences, learning fresh skills, and enjoying the rhythm on wheels. Whether you’re a skating pro or just getting started, our Silent Disco Skate Jam is designed for all ages and abilities. Bring your friends, family, or come solo, there’s something for everyone.

Summer in the Park: Chop & Shuffle at Cygnet Square – A Silent Disco SkateJam with Vibes on Vibes
4th Aug 2024
16:00-20:00
Cygnet Square SE2 9FA
FREE
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cygnet Square with Vibes on Vibes, and a Silent Disco SkateJam like no other! This event is all about embracing new experiences, learning fresh skills, and enjoying the rhythm on wheels. Whether you’re a skating pro or just getting started, our Silent Disco Skate Jam is designed for all ages and abilities. Bring your friends, family, or come solo, there’s something for everyone.

Summer in the Park: Skate & Groove at Cygnet Square – A Silent Disco SkateJam with Vibes on Vibes
23rd August 2024
17:00-20:00
Greenwich Park SE10 8QY
FREE
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cygnet Square with Vibes on Vibes and a Silent Disco SkateJam like no other! This event is all about embracing new experiences, learning fresh skills, and enjoying the rhythm on wheels. Whether you’re a skating pro or just getting started, our Silent Disco Skate Jam is designed for all ages and abilities. Bring your friends, family, or come solo, there’s something for everyone.

Summer in the Park: Greenwich Park Revealed Family Festival
24th Aug 2024
09:30-19:00
Greenwich park SE10 8QY
At the Summer in the Park: Greenwich Park Revealed Family Festival you can roll up to to any of the The Incredibly Clere Canine Circus sessions and, in less than one hour, ringleader extraordinaire Dakota will conjure the most incredible spectacle out of each and every participant, no matter your prior experience, while Zoo Humans, a parkour and dance show for the whole family, sees The UPG Team bring their distinctive performance-parkour and Sir David Attenborough’s smooth narrative to a group of humans on the verge of forgetting how to move.

Witness visual vibrancy meet unexpected surprises with Cracking the Crinoline, master the art of skating with a fun twist as Vibes on Vibes bring you a Silent Disco Backward SkateJam, or take a stroll through the bustling Farmers’ Market, a perfect showcase of the community’s freshest produce and artisan goods.
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