About Riverside East
Riverside East is an open-air events space on the banks of the River Lea in Stratford, East London. Set right on the water at 5 Thornton Street in E20, the venue has become one of the capital’s go-to destinations for outdoor raves, brunch parties and summer festivals. Its unique riverside position gives every event a proper open-air feel, with the East London skyline and the waterways of the Lea Valley as the backdrop.
The venue sits within walking distance of Stratford’s busy shopping and dining district, yet feels a world away once the music starts. Whether it’s drum & bass, UK garage or house, Riverside East is known for pairing heavyweight sound systems with an outdoor setting — the kind of place where summer evenings turn into proper parties.
What to Expect
Riverside East is a flexible outdoor venue that hosts everything from all-day raves to food and drink festivals. Expect a spacious open-air layout, a serious sound system, food traders and bar areas, plus plenty of room to dance under the sky. Events typically run through the afternoon and into the evening, making the most of long summer daylight.
Because the site sits directly beside the River Lea, the setting is calm and green — a contrast to the high-energy music that fills the space. The venue is family-friendly during the day for many events, while evening events cater to an over-18s crowd depending on the line-up.
Getting There
Riverside East is at 5 Thornton Street, London E20 2AD, around a 10-minute walk from Stratford station. Stratford is one of the best-connected transport hubs in London, served by the Central and Jubilee lines, the Elizabeth line, the DLR, London Overground and National Rail services.
From the station, head towards the Olympic Park and follow the signs for the waterways — Thornton Street runs alongside the River Lea. For bus travellers, multiple routes stop at Stratford Broadway and the Stratford City bus station. There is limited parking nearby, so public transport is strongly recommended. For more ideas on what to do in the capital, check out events in London.
Good to Know
Riverside East is an outdoor venue, so dress for the weather and bring sunscreen on sunny days. Food and drink traders are usually on site for major events. Check each event page for age restrictions, timings and ticket information before you travel. Find out more about the venue on the official website at riverside-east.co.uk.
More Events at Riverside East
Looking for the next party in East London? Browse all upcoming events on What’s Happening, or explore the full London events calendar for festivals, raves and live music across the city. Event organiser DnB Brunch regularly uses the venue for its outdoor summer parties — keep an eye on their page at dnbbrunch.com.
