The Chrisp Street Jamboree
About this Event
The Chrisp Street Jamboree is back! Come down and join us to celebrate the rich creativity, culture, and heritage of Chrisp Street and Poplar in these FREE-TO-ATTEND events, with someone for all ages to take part in.
Taking place on Saturday 29th August 12pm - 5pm, join us us for this FREE EVENT with workshops, music and dance performances, creative activities, and entertainment featuring local talent and community as we celebrate the end of Summer.
This free-to-attend event will run from 12pm – 5pm, with a programme including:
The Parade! Join this bold, vibrant procession featuring performers from the programme – wear bold colours and add to the party.
Main Stage in Market Square:
- A performance from East London Community Band.
- A dance flashmob led by , a group who spread positivity and inclusiveness through the power of music, dance and spontaneous street parties.
- A South Asian interactive dance workshop and performance from Showmi Dance Company
- Line dancing performance and interactive workshop with Eastside Collective
East India Dock Square
- Drumming workshop with an award-winning East London music charity that uses high-energy drumming performances to inspire creativity, build community and empower young people through collaborative music-making.
- FREE-to-ride Mini Ferris Wheel
Market Way and Roving Entertainment
- Performances from Stiltwalkers, a Juggler and a Bubble Artist!
- Live Music from and and .
- Creative workshops including instrument making, and headdress and mask making to ensure everyone is Parade ready!
- FREE Facepainting
- A new edition of The Chrisp Street Discovery Trail - designed to help you unlock the heritage, cultures and stories of the space.
The Chrisp Street Jamboree is a perfect opportunity to browse and purchase food and drinks available from your favourite Chrisp Street businesses while taking in the entertainment and activities in the performance area
Please RSVP to the event to receive updates and reminders. You do not need a ticket in order to attend the event
If you have any questions then please email our Events Team - [email protected]
Please see our programme below, please note that this is subject to change. We can't wait to see you for the event!
FAQs
How do I get to Chrisp Street?
Chrisp Street is very accessible via public transport. Please do check of time to ensure no disruptions to your planned route. The nearest stations are
▪ All Saints (DLR) which is 3 minute walk
▪ Langdon Park (DLR) which is a 5 minute walk.
▪ Canary Wharf is (Elizabeth, Jubilee, DLR lines) is an 18 minute walk or you can change to take the DLR to All Saints or Langdon Park.
The following buses stop close to Chrisp Street:
▪ 15, 108, 115, 309
Is there a cost to take part in the event?
No. All activities, performances and workshops are FREE to take part in.
Do I need a ticket?
No, you’re welcome to come along on the day. Please do encourage any friends or family who are coming to RSVP to the event here so we can have an idea of numbers attending.
What ages is the event for?
The event has something for all ages to take part in – from facepainting for the younger ones, to learning the Lindy Hop and enjoying music.
Will there be food and drink available?
Yes! One of the best parts of the event is the amazing food and drink available to purchase from Chrisp Street shops and restaurants – do make sure to explore!
Do I need to bring anything?
We'd love you and your group to wear bold, colourful clothes - this will help us make The Parade and The Event as bold and vibrant as possible as we celebrate Chrisp Street's community.
Please do check the weather forecast before, and dress appropriately – this may mean bringing a coat, umbrella and or sun hat, alongside water and suncream.
You may also wish to bring cash along as some vendors do not take card payment, however there are ATM machines at Chrisp Street.
The Parade is back! Wear your brightest, boldest clothing and join us in this celebration of Chrisp Street.
Pick up your favourite treats from one of Chrisp Street's incredible businesses
Enjoy a range of music and dance performances on the main stage
Enjoy performance and entertainment throughout the estate including musicians and roving entertainers such as Stilt Walkers, a Bubble Artist and a Juggler
Children can take a spin on a free fairground ride
Come and see art and action with the completion of the mural.
The Chrisp Street Band are back with a high energy summer party performance to round out the day in style, and get you up dancing.
There will be creative workshops accessible for all to take part in
About Chrisp Street Summer Saturdays
Taking place on Saturday 26th July, and Saturday 30th August, the Summer Saturdays celebrate Poplar’s culture, creative heritage, amazing community and brilliant local businesses who will be serving up your favourite food, drinks and treats for you to purchase.
These free to attend events are brought to you by Telford Living, and include music, dance, entertainment, workshops and creative activities for all to enjoy.
Make sure you follow and subscribe to our Chrisp Street events page here, and receive updates on peformers and activities, and event reminders.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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