About the Event
London Reggae & Food Festival is BACK at Riverside East in Stratford for the Jamaican Independence Special. On Friday 7 August 2026, the riverside venue in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park turns into an open-air celebration of reggae, dancehall and soca, with some of the hottest DJs in town spinning all your favourite classics from 5pm to 11pm.
Expect a full evening of heavyweight sound, Caribbean food and proper festival energy in the heart of East London. This is the perfect way to kick off the August bank holiday weekend with sunshine, bass and good vibes by the River Lea.
Lineup
The Jamaican Independence Special brings together an incredible roster of DJs playing reggae, dancehall & soca classics all night:
- Saxon Sound
- Seani B
- DJ Nate & English Fire
- Izzy Bossy
- Shayna Marie
- Vybz-SR & Tuggzy Onpoint
From legendary sound systems to modern selectors, the lineup spans the full spectrum of Caribbean music culture.
What to Expect
London Reggae & Food Festival is more than just music — it’s a full Caribbean party experience. Expect an open-air dancefloor at Riverside East, food traders serving up island favourites, and a sound system built for the outdoors. The event runs from 5pm to 11pm, so you can enjoy golden-hour vibes and dance into the night.
With its riverside setting in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the venue offers a unique backdrop of greenery, water and the East London skyline — festival atmosphere without leaving the city.
Getting There
The event takes place at Riverside East (Stratford), 5 Thornton Street, London E20 2AD — around a 10-minute walk from Stratford station, which is served by the Central and Jubilee lines, the Elizabeth line, the DLR, Overground and National Rail. Follow signs towards the Olympic Park and the River Lea; Thornton Street runs directly alongside the waterway.
Public transport is strongly recommended as parking nearby is limited. For more ideas on what to do in the capital, check out events in London.
Tickets & Pricing
Tickets for London Reggae & Food Festival – Jamaican Independence Special are available now via the official Skiddle listing. Secure your place early for what promises to be one of the biggest Caribbean parties of the summer in London.
Get your tickets at the official Skiddle page or visit the Riverside East website for more details.
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Riverside East hosts a packed summer programme of outdoor parties, food festivals and live music. Browse all upcoming events on the What’s Happening events calendar, or explore more events in London.
