Music lovers are spoilt for choice with exciting and eclectic London music festivals taking place year-round. Pick from a wide range of summer festivals or day festivals in London, featuring everything from electronic to jazz music.
1. Multitudes
Find a selection of the most exciting orchestral artists and performers at Southbank Centre's debut Multitudes arts festival. Set to reimagine the concert hall experience and push the boundaries of the genre, experience live orchestral music with a contemporary spin from resident and visiting orchestras. 23 Apr-3 May
2. Brick Lane Jazz Festival
Start off the 2025 music festival season with the soothing and eclectic sounds of Brick Lane Jazz Festival. This popular event brilliantly showcases London’s bubbling underground music scene, with performances from new and established, genre-defying artists. 25-27 Apr
3. Polygon Live LDN
Experience the UK's first spatial audio festival: Polygon Live LDN, with headline sets from Tinariwen, Kiasmos, Jon Hopkins and Max Cooper. Step inside the covered domes that are set to transform Crystal Palace Park into a multisensory playground, featuring 200 speakers and synchronised lighting positioned around the audience. 2-4 May
4. Wide Awake
Discover up-and-coming talent at Wide Awake in Brockwell Park, showcasing artists from a variety of genres with Irish rap group, Kneecap, to headline. Consider upgrading to a VIP ticket for fast-track entry and access to a bespoke bar, food options and a viewing platform for the main stage. 23 May
5. GALA
Head south to Peckham Rye Park where you’ll find some of the biggest names in electronic music at GALA with past years' performers including DJ EZ, Folamour and Job Jobse. Join the crowds of party people in the sun and let the good vibes take you late into the night during the festival's 10th edition. 23-25 May
6. Project 6 Festival
Get ready for a day to remember at Project 6 Festival from Rinse FM, featuring sounds of garage, grime, house and jungle. Venture to Brockwell Park and enjoy a mix of big names and emerging artists which last year included CASISDEAD, Shy FX and Katy B. May TBC
7. We Are FSTVL
Head to Dagenham for We Are FSTVL and move to beats from the biggest names in electronic dance music. Last year's stacked lineup featured Eric Prydz, Chase and Status, Jamie Jones and more. May TBC
8. Cross The Tracks Festival
Celebrate an early summer start with music from Michael Kiwanuka, Jordan Rakei and more, plus craft beer and street food, at Cross The Tracks Festival. This one-day event brings the sounds of soul, funk and jazz to south London's Brockwell Park. 25 May
9. City Splash
Move your feet to dub, roots and dancehall music at City Splash, a one-day festival celebrating the musical heritage of Caribbean and African communities in the UK. The first wave artists announced for 2025 include Tarrus Riley, Spice and The Compozers. 26 May
10. Flamenco Festival
Discover a slice of Spain in London at the 20th edition of the annual Flamenco Festival from Sadler's Wells. Taking place at multiple venues across two weeks, find some of the most influential names in the genre for a series of upbeat performances and music events. 27 May-8 Jun
11. Mighty Hoopla
Sing your heart out at Mighty Hoopla, an unashamedly pop-loving festival in Brockwell Park. Popular with London’s LGBTQ+ community, this festival encourages all to have fun without judgement. Enjoy glitter makeovers, lip-sync battles and performances by Ciara, Kesha and lots more in 2025. 31 May-1 Jun
12. Lambeth Country Show
Get a taste of rural fun as the Lambeth Country Show returns to Brockwell Park. Catch sheepdog and owl displays, homegrown flower and vegetable competitions, and cool craft stalls. You can also tuck into delicious organic food while the best live afrobeat, ska, reggae and folk music performers keep you entertained. 7-8 Jun
13. LIDO Festival
Get tickets to Victoria Park's new music festival taking place over two weekends in June, LIDO Festival. The exciting lineup celebrates huge names and globally loved artists, with performances from the likes of London Grammar, Jamie xx, Celeste, Turnstile, Charli xcx and Róisín Murphy. 6-7 and 13-15 Jun
14. Hampton Court Palace Festival
Savour the historic atmosphere during a summer night of music at Hampton Court Palace Festival. Enjoy a picnic in the palace gardens and grab a glass of champagne, before seeing Elbow, Chaka Khan, Bananarama and more in 2025. 11-21 Jun
15. Meltdown
Head to the Southbank Centre to enjoy a celebration of art and music alongside the river Thames. Little Simz is selecting this year's Meltdown lineup, featuring The Streets, Lola Young, Ghetts and more to mark the 30th edition of the country's longest-running artist-curated music festival. 12-22 Jun
16. British Summer Time Hyde Park
Check out the stellar international artists on stage during British Summer Time, taking place in Hyde Park over three summer weekends. The lineup for 2025 includes Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, Sabrina Carpenter and Hugh Jackman. During the weekdays in between performances, visit Hyde Park for Open House, a programme of street food, pop-up bars, free open-air film screenings, daytime DJs and entertainment. 27 Jun-13 Jul
17. Greenwich Summer Sounds
Enjoy massive headline acts that have previously included Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Tom Jones, Black Eyed Peas and Kaiser Chiefs in the historical surroundings of Greenwich's Old Royal Naval College during Greenwich Summer Sounds. Jul TBC
18. Kew the Music
Enter the haven of Kew Gardens as Kew the Music brings international indie, rock and pop music artists to the open-air stage over several summer evenings. Enjoy the music of Craig David, The Human League, UB40, Alison Moyet and more from your own picnic blanket in 2025. 8-13 Jul
19. Somerset House Summer Series
Jam to live tunes in the centre of the city during the Somerset House Summer Series in the building's elegant courtyard. See an exciting lineup of emerging and established musical artists which has previously included Amy Winehouse, Adele, Sam Smith and Everything Everything. 10-20 Jul
20. Wireless
Join partiers at Wireless in Finsbury Park for a three-day weekend of big music hits all headlined by Drake, joined by a unique mix of hot newcomers and music legends in rap and hip-hop music. Enjoy the first-of-its-kind lineup for 2025 in celebration of the festivals 20th edition. 11-13 Jul
21. Kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope takes over Alexandra Palace with a programme packed with live music, DJs and comedy, as well as a dedicated family area with arts and crafts, theatre and circus activities. This year's lineup includes Faithless, Goldie and Eats Everything. 12 Jul
22. BBC Proms
Be dazzled by the greatest classical music festival in the world as the BBC Proms bring amazing concerts to the Royal Albert Hall and other venues in the capital. Enjoy two months of brilliant performances at affordable prices with this British institution. 18 Jul-13 Sep
23. Junction 2
Find stages championing the best of dance music under canopies of leaves at Junction 2. This three-day festival combines electronic dance music with a beautiful outdoor setting in Boston Manor Park, with sets from the likes of Prospa, Helena Hauff, Nina Kraviz and Palms Trax. 25-27 Jul
24. Ealing Blues Festival
Head to the leafy suburb for the annual Ealing Blues Festival. This community-run event attracts international stars on the blues circuit, alongside the best local talent. In between sets, browse stalls selling crafts and incredible food. 26-27 Jul
25. KISSTORY Festival
Get ready for a summer's day filled with old-school vibes and all your favourite anthems, as much-loved KISSTORY Festival returns to Blackheath this summer with a headline set from Example. 26 Jul
26. Uptown Festival
Bring the family and friends for a boogie at Uptown Festival in Blackheath, where musical acts including Boy George and Culture Club for 2025, span all the genres and the fun atmosphere brings people together. Plus, all activities including rides and meet and greets are included in the ticket price. 27 Jul
27. Labyrinth on the Thames
Check out this exciting new music festival set within the spectacular grounds of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Taking place over the first two weekends of August, Labyrinth on the Thames promises epic performances from top artists including Grammy Award-winning South African DJ and producer Black Coffee and celebrated dance music DJ, FISHER. 31 Jul-10 Aug
28. Boiler Room: London
Join fellow music lovers at the debut open-air Boiler Room: London in Burgess Park. A popping lineup curated by Places + Faces, Dialled In, Boiler Room and Recess features some of the most exciting names in dance music – this is not one to miss. 1 Aug
29. 51st Festival
Dance to the pioneers of house music and breakthrough acts at 51st Festival, with performers hailing from the UK, Europe and the Americas. Explore all things house with sounds of garage, disco, afro and soul filling the air. 2 Aug
30. Jazz Cafe Festival
Move to the soulful rhythm of artists at Jazz Cafe Festival as it takes over Burgess Park for one-day only. The 2025 lineup features a host of legendary acts, including Elmiene, Balthvs, Nectar Woode and headliner, Masego – known for his saxophone mastery and energetic stage presence. 3 Aug
31. South Facing Festival
South Facing Festival ensures the party never ends, with two weeks of outdoor concerts at the iconic Bowl amphitheatre in Crystal Palace Park. The gigs on offer span the musical spectrum, and 2025's performers include Basement Jaxx and Flackstock. 7-24 Aug
32. Maiden Voyage
Dance to the sound of house, garage and techno music at Maiden Voyage, a one-day festival in Lee Valley Showground. Each stage is specially curated by some of the hottest names in the industry including Pxssy Palace, Adonis, Live from Earth and Unfold. 9 Aug
33. Big Smoke Festival
See Skepta take to the main stage for his very own Big Smoke Festival in Crystal Palace Park after the festival's successful debut last year. Don't miss high-energy performances from JME, Chip, Frisco, Chy Cartier and more across the weekend, handpicked by Skepta himself. 9-10 Aug
34. All Points East
Grab tickets to All Points East in Victoria Park. The 2025 headliners at this blockbuster festival include Barry Can't Swim, Chase and Statis, Raye and The Maccabees. You can also enjoy a midweek programme of comedy, food and outdoor film screenings. 16 and 22-24 Aug
35. Rally
Join the crowds that flock to Rally in Southwark Park to enjoy a day of bass heavy electronic music from the likes of Ben UFO and CASISDEAD. Expect a fine-tuned selection of talented names, with a focus on DIY culture and grassroots movements, headed up this year with a live set from Floating Points. 23 Aug
36. Hospitality in the Woods
Grab your friends and head south-east to Beckenham Place Park where Hospitality in the Woods celebrates all things drum and bass. Expect a genre-defining day with sets from Kings of the Rollers, Flava D, Mungo's Hi-fi and many more. Aug TBC
37. Battersea Park in Concert
Pack a picnic and head to Battersea Park in Concert where you can enjoy a selection of magnificent live music acts and delicious food stalls. Pop open a bottle of fizz and watch the sun set to a live soundtrack from the likes of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Jools Holland. 23-25 Aug
38. Body Movements
Grab your mates and head to south London for Body Movements, a one-day festival that celebrates queer club culture. Get ready to dance to the packed lineup featuring Saoirse, HAAi, Midland, Peach and many more in a space that welcomes all bodies and identities. 24 Aug
39. Waterworks
Dance to the sound of some of the biggest names in electronic music at Waterworks in Gunnersbury Park. It takes place in mid-September to see off the summer season, and the lineup boasts an extensive list of local and international DJs. 13 Sep
40. Pitchfork Music Festival
Lose yourself in the wide selection of genres and artists on the bill at multi-venue Pitchfork Festival London, the younger sibling of the original festival based in Chicago. Expect alternative, indie, electronic, dance and beyond at some of London's coolest spots. 4-8 Nov
41. EFG London Jazz Festival
Discover up-and-coming artists and world-class musicians as the EFG London Jazz Festival takes over London, with a host of concerts scattered around the city. International jazz stars such as Tanita Tikaram, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Tune-Yards and Hiromi are all featured on the bill for 2025. 14-23 Nov
Need to know
What are the top festivals in London?
London has many fantastic music festivals in 2025, from day festivals to month-long music festivals – take your pick depending on what music or entertainment you're into!
What to expect at London day festivals?
Day festivals in London happen throughout the year and tickets usually grant you access to a variety of music performances, live acts and more. Most one-day festivals in London provide tasty food options, bars and even funfair rides. Be sure to check specific event pages for more information before you go.
