Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

It’s coming home… 🏴⚽

The World Cup starts today and whether you’re a die-hard footy fan or just here for the match-day buzz, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is your go-to spot for England match screenings this summer. 👇

⚽Hackney Bridge
⚽Riverside East
⚽Here East
⚽Barge East
⚽Sadler's Wells East

From BIG outdoor screens and canal-side street food to riverside terraces and iconic Park views, there’s no shortage of places to soak up the atmosphere. Whether you're cheering on England with friends or making a day of it, we've got your match-day plans covered. 😎🍻

Don’t miss a moment of the action.

Looking for something a little different for the kids this weekend?

Part of the first live weekend of The Music Is Black Festival from East Bank, BASSTONE Playground, a playful, music-filled space designed for families to explore together 🎶✨

Created by artist Linett Kamala, thsi is a mix of sound, light and movement, with:

- Hidden speakers playing chilled beats
- Interactive sound and light installations
- A one-of-a-kind LED Maypole at the centre
- Spaces to play and spaces to relax

📅 Saturday 13 – Sunday 14 June
📍 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Explore the full weekend programme: https://bit.ly/3RQ0mNp

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