Despite a recent High Court ruling throwing a wrench in Brockwell Live’s planning permissions, the company’s Summer Festival Series is set to continue as scheduled, starting from May 23
Brockwell Park’s festival plans were put in jeopardy after a recent High Court ruling. However, Brockwell Live has confirmed that “no event will be cancelled as a result of the High Court’s decision” and that its stacked line-up of summer events will proceed as planned.
Brockwell Live’s 2025 Summer Festival Series will see back-to-back music festivals and events taking place in Brockwell Park between from the end of May to the beginning of June. The events range from family-friendly favourites like Brockwell Bounce to the massive annual Lambeth Country Show.
Wide Awake (May 23)
The Summer Series will kick off with Wide Awake, which brands itself as “an independent festival for music fans looking for something different”. The festival launched in 2021 and is still in its infancy, but is founded by Keith Miller – the booker for London live-music venues MOTH Club and The Shacklewell Arms.
The one-day event celebrates independent music and counterculture, and this year’s line-up will be headlined by the Irish rap trio, Kneecap, as well as CMAT, English Teacher, Fat Dog, and Peaches. There will be over 45 artists performing at the event across 6 stages, with general admission tickets priced at £69.50.
Field Day (May 24)
This year Field Day returns to Brockwell Park after retreating to its initial Victoria Park venue for the last three years. Since it launched in 2007, the electronic festival has been known for its impressive line-up of rising star artists and big names acts. But its 2025 event “marks the beginning of a new chapter”.
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While the festival has faced some controversy with DJs dropping out in the last few weeks, its big headliner is sure to draw major crowds. Leading the line-up is internationally acclaimed DJ Peggy Gou, who is known for her high-energy techno and house beats.
Other artists in the line-up include Fatima Yamaha, James Blake and Nicola Bear, with “more TBA”. Tickets for general admission are priced at £89.50
Cross The Tracks (May 25)
Billed as “the ultimate destination for everything jazz, funk, soul and hip-hop” Cross The Tracks has come to be loved by many South Londoners. In its sixth year, the festival brings together one of its best line-ups to date.
Big acts include the Free Nationals, Jordan Rakei, Sinead Harnett, Naomi Sharon and Somewhere Soul, with two Mercury prize-winning headliners in Michael Kiwanuka and Ezra Collective. Tickets are still available with lowest price general admission spots available for £69.50.
City Splash (May 26)
The bank holiday Monday is reserved for City Splash, which promises to showcase everything from “Roots and Reggae, Dub and Dancehall, to Jungle, Garage, Afrobeats and Amapiano”. The music and culture fest will be full of great eats as well, partnering with Black Eats LDN to set up a vibrant street food and market.
On the music side, the festival will be headlined by Popcaan and feature other artists including Spice, Tarrus Riley, Teejay, Nia Smith and many more. Tickets are still on available with lowest general admission starting at £69.50.
Mighty Hoopla (May 31 – June 1)
Mighty Hoopla, bills itself as “the UK’s biggest pop festival” and runs across two days. This year, the first day of the festival will be headlined by the iconic Ciara, with planned performances from Jade and and A*Teens.
The second day will be headlined by Kesha and features performances from Erika Jayne and Loreen. The lowest price VIP Bolt-On tickets for both days are sold out but you can buy Weekend General Admission tickets from £188 on Stub Hub.