It’s the school holidays and Billy is bored! Mum keeps saying they’ll have a holiday one year, but she never seems to get round to it. So, Billy starts to wander around his neighbourhood. He notices things that have been thrown out; an old tyre, a pair of neon green shades and Billy begins to wonder what the stories behind them are. As his imagination takes hold an old woman appears who has some interesting stories about the ‘rubbish’ she’s been collecting. Immersive storytelling and collage making workshop. Find your own hidden treasures and let your imagination reveal their stories.

Suitable for ages 8 - 99, under 8s supported by their grown up

Make Music Gazebo
Artist: Deborah Peck

Discover the art and science of analogue filmmaking; learn to shoot on mechanical hand-cranked cameras and work as a group to mix a film developer using food-grade household ingredients and food waste. By the end of the workshop you will have the knowledge to start hand-processing your own movie film sustainably at home. All participants will also receive a scan of their films following the workshop. Perfect for those new to celluloid film or interested in sustainable photographic practices.

Suitable for ages 8+

Make Art Gazebo (12 pm) ; Make Art 2 Gazebo (4 pm)
Artist: Will De Ritter

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‘Build-a-Borough’ invites local residents to use crafts and rescued materials to creatively engage with the Newham they wish to see in the future. Responding to different prompts; housing, education, transport, culture, health and leisure, local people of all ages and abilities are encouraged to build models that reflect their ideas about a sustainable Newham. Final designs will be added to an interaction installation that will grow throughout the day. Devised by young local creatives taking part in the first cohort of Newham’s Cultural Producer Program, ‘Build-a-Borough’ previously featured at the Green Fair in Plashet Park in May with great success.

Suitable for all ages with a focus on 5-11 year olds

Build a Future Gazebo
Artist: Emily Cornuaud

Come play How Bad Are Bananas? – a quick, fun game that reveals the true carbon cost of everyday stuff!

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Artist: UEL

Creative Writing Gazebo

The Sound Hive is an interactive sound and light installation inspired by nature, which was designed by Ricebox Studio in collaboration with primary school-aged children from Newham. The artwork tells the adventures of one very special bee, and uses a ‘traffic light system’ to encourage users to think about recycling and sustainability.

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Artist: Ricebox Sound

Try your hand at rodeo riding Shaun, who will do everything he can to get you off his back!

Rodeo Arena

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BackYardPan is a lively and exceptionally skilled steel band hailing from North-West London, with over 10 years of rich experience in the music industry. Our diverse musical repertoire features Soca, Calypso, and popular club hits that appeal to a wide audience. Additionally, we love interacting with our listeners and are happy to accommodate song requests to make each performance truly special!

Suitable for all ages

Main Stage
Artist: Back YardPan

Join Newham Music's drop-in instrument sessions! Exploring a wide selection of instruments, including music technology, drums, guitars and violins, these sessions will be led by professional musicians. You will join in guided group songs, and get support while trying out new instruments and music techniques. We especially encourage SEND young people from 0-25 years old and their parents/carers to attend, as well as families with young children.

Suitable for Families / SEND young people from 0 - 25 with their parent or carer

Make Music Gazebo
Artist: Newham Music

In this eco-friendly workshop you will be crushing, grinding and blending a colour palette from natural plant based sources to create stunning painted portraits. You will be provided with a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to blend and crush using a mortar and pestle and mixing with liquid to create a workable consistency for painting. You will use your newly made eco-paint to create beautiful natural eco-friendly portraits and will receive step by step guidance on how to achieve this effectively. You will be provided with all the materials required but you are very welcome to bring any plants with you if you wish.

Suitable for all ages 12+ with adult present

Make Art 2 Gazebo
Artist: Indygo Arts & Crafts

Inner Peace Henna offers stunning, traditional and modern Mendi, focussing on the intricate detail of the artform that traces back centuries. Using natural ingredients with soothing extracts, such as lavender and eucalyptus oil, Inner Peace Henna is perfect for all ages and skin types. Enjoy a vibrant, safe, and fun addition to your festival experience that you can keep with you as a temporary reminder. “Inner Peace Henna has been painting henna for us for the past three years & she is so talented, welcoming & re-assuring with everyone – young & old. Thank-you Inner Peace Henna” 2025 Festival Organiser Review, Brighton

Suitable for ages 5 - 90

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Artist: Zennie Terret

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Make your own unique coasters or small placemats using entirely upcycled materials! This workshop will show you how to use a traditional coiling technique to cover old plastic bags with different coloured yarns, to create a beautiful coiled coaster / place mat. This is a fun and mindful activity where everyone can leave with the techniques to continue making more pieces at home, and is suitable for ages 8+. The session is drop-in, but will take at least 15 minutes to be shown the technique, or 45+ minutes to complete a mat.

Suitable for ages 8+, Children under 12 may need support from an adult

Make Art Gazebo
Artist: Laura Furner

This hands-on art workshop uses rubber stamps of flowers (representing land ecosystems) and fish (representing marine life) to help children and families learn about climate change, biodiversity, and cultural unity. Participants stamp these symbols onto paper figures representing diverse ethnic groups, then attach their artwork to a giant globe installation — creating a collaborative piece that celebrates both nature and humanity.

Suitable for ages 3-10 with assistance

Make Future Gazebo
Artist: Marilyn Fontaine

Let’s make music with recycled everyday objects: plastic bottles, drink cans, containers, newspaper, past-best before date grains! You will find out how to make many kinds of sounds, play together and have fun! Led by Yumi Hara, musician and senior lecturer at Music Performance & Production, University of East London. No previous musical experiences necessary. All materials will be provided, all sourced sustainably, but you are welcome to bring your own household objects (no glass and things with sharp edges). Suitable for all ages, but children must always be accompanied by an adult and no child can be left unattended.

Suitable for all ages

Make Music Gazebo
Artist: Yumi Hara

Come and get crafty with jdwoof and Wren whilst connecting to the living world. Create art from ink you’ve made yourself, with materials from nature.

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Artist: JDWoof

Discover a unique and inspiring experience at our Creative Writing & Craft Workshop where imagination meets sustainability. Designed for all age groups, this interactive space combines the power of storytelling with hands-on crafting, using eco-friendly and recycled materials.

Ages 0 - Adult
Artist: Jame Education