Bring on the Sunshine! After initially planning to take a break this year, Between The Bridges, South Bank’s legendary destination for fun and frivolity returns for yet another season in 2026 commencing Thursday April 30th – bringing with it the usual plethora of outstanding events and activities. Offering a 360 Experience of the finest street food selection, an endless drink menu and a varied mix of free and ticketed events it will yet again be an unmissable addition to London’s Summer event spaces.
Kicking things off on Thursday 30th April, the opening party will feature Guilty Pleasures and Flexin’ taking over the decks, with 500 free drinks for the first people through the gates.
Leading the line-up this year are the ever-popular Old Dirty Brasstards, returning with both their Indie and ABBA on brass shows, alongside a summer-long World Cup takeover with matches shown across three massive screens.
Also returning are the much-loved Guilty Pleasures on Saturday nights, bringing packed dancefloors of 90s and 00s pop and R&B with free entry every week.
The venue’s famous brunch series is back, including Drag Brunch, Whitney Houston Brunch and Dirty Dancing Brunch, offering big performances alongside free-flowing drinks and daytime parties.
Seasonal highlights include a full Oktoberfest takeover, while Swiftageddon returns for another all-day celebration for Swifties.
Further into the programme, expect a run of high-energy themed nights and cult favourites including Ogrepalooza, Bad Decisions, Hits Different, Indie Discotheque and We Are Still Young, delivering everything from live band chaos to late-night dancefloor moments.
Alongside ticketed events, Between The Bridges continues to run free entry programming Thursday to Sunday, with resident DJs, street food traders and a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces making it one of London’s go-to summer hangouts.
SoLo Craft Fair returns to Between the Bridges, offering a creative extravaganza on the first Sunday of each month. Visitors can explore over 60 talented London makers and designers, featuring fashion, art, jewellery, and plants. Dive into this vibrant world of local artisans, celebrating their craftsmanship at these bustling monthly markets
Director, Marcus Weedon says “When we announced our closure, that reflected the position at the time. Since then, ongoing discussions have led to a revised outcome.
We’re delighted that Between The Bridges will be reopening in May and continuing to operate on the South Bank.
The level of support from customers has meant a lot to the team, and we’re excited for what’s ahead.”
