Best Festivals In London 2026

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By Scarlett Welch Junior Editor, DesignMyNight Food, drink and events expert with 4 years in editorial and Media & Journalism MA. Last updated on 2nd March 2026

Whether you're sunning it up at a summer music festival or chowing down on as much grub as you can fit in your mouth at one of the city's most loved foodie events; there are so many London festivals worth looking into. Covering comedy, music, burlesque, food and more; there's something for everyone. Check out our guide to the best events in the city right here.




Slice-O-Mania Pizza Festival

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 24th July 2026 and 2 other dates

Slice-O-Mania is back and it's bigger and better than ever. As over 20 top notch traders compete for the UK Pizza Championship, they're serving up slices for just £3 a pop.

It's not the only prize up for grabs either.  You'll also have brilliant bars serving up signature cocktails capped at £10, as they battle it out for the UK Cocktail Championship.

The Tacover Taco & Tequila Festival 2026

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 14th August 2026 and 2 other dates

After selling out an incredible seven festivals over the past three years, The Tacover Taco Tequila Festival is back in Richmond. Set to be the biggest Mexican food and drink festival to ever take place in Europe, it will see over 40 traders serving up margaritas, tortillas and plenty more.  

To keep you entertained between bites, there's hot taco and tortilla slap challenges, plus folk dancing, mariachi bands and free mezcal. Grab your tickets from just £1.10 for kids and £8.80 for adults.

LONDON WING FEST 2026

@ London Stadium, on Friday 24th July 2026 and 2 other dates

Of all the festivals in London, Wing Fest 2026 brings a serious dose of personality (and spice). Back at London Stadium from the 24th to the 26th of July, this festival showcases the best in wings, drinks, and live entertainment.

Tickets start at £25, and entry gets you access to 45 traders, 90 wing varieties, bourbon bars, chilli-eating contests, splash zones, and live DJ sets. 

Burger Fest UK 2026

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 12th June 2026 and 2 other dates

The UK's biggest burger festival brings together heavy hitters like Black Bear Burger, Meatcastles and Strip Club Street Food, alongside international names and cult favourites, all competing in a burger-fuelled showdown from the 12th of June.

Spread across multiple sessions from Friday to Sunday, the Burger Fest UK 2026 blends top-tier street food with DJs, sampling tents and on-stage entertainment. Whether you're a casual cheeseburger fan or a patty obsessive, this is one of the capital's tastiest festivals to lock into your diary.

Waterworks Festival 2026

@ Gunnersbury Park on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2026

Returning to Gunnersbury Park for its sixth year, Waterworks Festival is a two-day, independent event that celebrates the best of progressive club culture. Expect non-stop house, techno, breaks, bass and soundsystem music.

The lineup includes everyone from Alex Kassian to babyschön, Aba Shanti and DJ Storm, with multiple stages to enjoy.