Waterloo Festival returns with four days of live music, art, exhibitions, storytelling and community events held at the beautiful and historic St John’s Waterloo, from Thursday 9 – Sunday 12 July 2026.
The Waterloo Festival is an annual festival organised by St John’s Waterloo and its charity, The Bridge at Waterloo, alongside a wonderful range of partners and artists. This year’s theme – Now I make a leaf of voices – celebrates the many voices of our community: artists, volunteers, neighbours and passers-by alike. The festival brings creativity and community together, in the heart of Waterloo and the South Bank.
There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from outdoor jazz to exhibitions, poetry, a heritage walk, and a special performance by the London Philharmonic Choir. Most events are free, with a small number of ticketed events. Everyone is welcome!
This year also marks a special milestone: the 75th anniversary of the Festival of Britain, the post-war celebration of creativity, renewal and hope during which St John’s Waterloo welcomed choirs from across the country. With an ongoing commitment to social justice and to creating space for arts and community to thrive, St John’s continues that legacy today.
Explore the full Waterloo Festival programme HERE.
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