Programme

SATURDAY 20.09.2025

BERMONDSEY STREET | 11am – 5.30pm

Join us as Bermondsey Street transforms into a celebration of local creativity and community spirit. Experience the entrepreneurial heart of our neighbourhood as traders and creators share their craft with neighbours and visitors.

TANNER ST PARK FOOD STALLS & MUSIC STAGE | 11am – 7pm

An array of food and drink in Tanner Street Park whilst enjoying the vibrant acts on the music stage. New for 2025: we are extending stalls around the tennis court with extra chillout areas and seating.

ENJOY MUSIC & DJ SETS ON THE STREET

Bermondsey Bar & Kitchen | Chapter 72 | The Last Talisman | Morocco Bound

LEATHER MARKET GARDENS | FAMILY FUN HUB

A family-friendly area featuring the Holly&Lil Dog Show, traditional Maypole and various children’s activities including Kat Maconie’s Hippo Parade, Little Kickers, Monkey Music, and face painting. Live entertainment includes performances by Banjo Chicken, Goddess & the Gardener, and music from the Gennaro Ricciardone Quartet. Food and drinks provided by Simon The Tanner and Giddy Grocer.

STREET ENTERTAINERS

We will be joined by Circadian Troupe Knockabout Comedy – Fire Engine, Mbilla Arts African Drummers & Banjo Chicken Man

TANNER STREET PARK

MUSIC STAGE, LOCAL BARS & FOOD

11am - 7pm

Experience our vibrant music stage featuring an eclectic lineup. Welcoming back The Hoos Collective, our local 6-piece band blending jazz & hip-hop, while The Latin Bridge ensemble brings hot Cuban salsa rhythms to kick off the show. Rising star Olympia Vitalis graces the stage with striking soulful vocals (featured in DAZED’s “10 Musicians to Watch 2025”). Mid-afternoon brings classic sing-along anthems with foot stomping pop/folk duo Luke Friend & Siobhan O’Driscoll, followed by soulful/R&B crowd favourites from last year, Soul Girl Collective. Pearl Factory, our resident DJs & vibe selectors, provide the perfect soundtrack between live performances before their final set brings the festival to a close.

Stage hosted throughout the day by Ebson.

11am – 11.30am: Pearl Factory opening DJ Set

11.30am – 12.20pm: The Latin Bridge

12.50pm – 1.40pm: Hoos Collective

2.10pm – 3.10pm: Olympia Vitalis

3.40pm – 4.40pm: Luke Friend & Siobhan O’Driscoll

5.10pm – 6.10pm: Soul Girl Collective

6.10pm – 7pm: Pearl Factory Closing DJ Set

THE LOCAL BARS

Celebrate Bermondsey Street’s finest local bars, showcasing neighbourhood breweries and distinctive drinks!

Bermondsey Corner Bar: Sip expertly crafted Vault gin and tonics alongside artisanal cheese and saucisson selections

Comptoir Gourmand Bar: Savour Anspach & Hobday craft beers paired with artisanal bites

Maltby Street Market’s Poulet: Craft beers, cocktails, frozen cocktails & spirits

Southwark Brewing & Gosnells of London: Taste the authentic spirit of the Bermondsey Beer Mile

The Woolpack: Festival favourite returns with a variety of beverages

FOOD STALLS

• Anna Maes – Mac n Cheese
• Avila London – Venezuelan
• Baccala – Oysters & Spritz
• Blended
• Fusions Flavours by Tee – Caribbean
• Franco Manca – Pizza
• Greedy Goat – Ice Cream
• Gujurati – Chai Cart
• Harissa & Lemon – Moroccan
• Park Farm – British BBQ

• Philly Philly Steak & Cheese
• Pigling Street – Rotisserie
• Pique-Nique – French
• Santo Remedio – Mexican
• Satay Street – Thai
• Smashing Plates – Greek
• The Sushi Co
• Tower Tandoori – Indian
• Two Gizas – Egyptian
• WellNest – Smoothies

LEATHERMARKET GARDENS

THE FAMILY FUN HUB

11am - 4pm

Join the beloved Holly&Lil Dog Show, the enchanting Maypole, and a packed day of family fun with Flying Fantastic,
Little Kickers, Kat Maconie’s Hippo Parade, Monkey Music, face painting & more.

Enjoy live entertainment Banjo Chicken, Goddess & the Gardener, and Wolfpack Dance Collective

11.45am & 2.30pm – Music from the Gennaro Ricciardone Quartet

Food & Drinks

Bar and BBQ courtesy of Simon The Tanner Treats, snacks & ice creams from Giddy Grocer.

CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT THROUGHOUT THE DAY

Musical Mayhem • Flying Fantastic • Monkey Music Little Kickers • Face Painting

 

 

11am: Holly&Lil Dog Show Registration

11.30am: The Goddess & The Gardener Lead Parade into Leathermarket Gardens

11.30am: Flying Fantastic Demo

11.45am: Donna Maria’s Maypole

12.15pm: Banjo Chicken

12.30pm-2.30pm: The Holly&Lil Dog Show

1.30pm: The Goddess & The Gardener

2pm: Banjo Chicken

2.30pm: Kat Maconie’s Hippo Parade & Wolfpack Dance

2.45pm: Circadian Troupe

3.30pm: Banjo Chicken

3.30pm: The Goddess & The Gardener

INFO FOR THE DAY

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Visit our Festival Information Stand located on the corner of Whites Grounds, directly opposite Comptoir Bakery. Our friendly team is here to help with any questions throughout the day.

Toilets for wheelchair users will be accessible at Cafe Murano, Pique-Nique, WorkPlace Creations, WSET and Lolo on Bermondsey Street.

STAY SAFE IN THE SUN

If we’re lucky enough to get sunshine, please bring sun protection and stay hydrated throughout the day.