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Key information
Date: Monday 21 April 2025
Time: 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Venue: Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, WC2N 5DN, GB
Cost: Free
About the event
Join us for a free, family-friendly festival celebrating English culture this bank holiday weekend, from 12–6pm in Trafalgar Square. Hosted by the Mayor of London, this vibrant event brings together live music, dance, workshops, crafts and street food; with something for everyone.
Some of what you'll see:
- Live performances from crowd-favourite Harleymoon Kemp, soulful singer Matilda Gracia, and smooth sounds from The Nigel Grice Jazz Collective
- Traditional English acts, including Morris dancing from the Belles of London City, a Ceilidh from Cut a Shine, and folk tunes from the English Folk Dance and Song Society
- High-energy hip-hop from BirdGang, with interactive dance workshops
- Appearances by St George and his Dragon, Pearly Kings and Queens, and carnival performers.
With a full programme of entertainment, there’s plenty more to discover on the day.
Family fun
Visit the family zone on the north terrace, hosted by Tootles and Nibs, with:
- Craft activities like Easter Bonnet-making and the Trafalgar Flower Show
- The Silly Olympic Games, croquet, and Hobby Horse Dressage and jousting.
Organised by the Mayor of London, the event celebrates England’s heritage and the diversity of Londoners - welcoming people of all backgrounds, faiths and communities.
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About St George
St George's Day is traditionally celebrated on 23 April each year, and is recognised as England’s national day on the anniversary of his death in 303 AD.
Admired for his bravery, the patron saint of England has captivated British imaginations since the Crusades and the Hundred Years' War.
Event Programme
Get ready to celebrate St George’s Day with an exciting main stage programme packed with music and dance for all the family! Hosted by Harleymoon Kemp.
- Host Welcome - Harleymoon Kemp
- The Nigel Grice Jazz Collective
- Matilda Gracia
- BirdGang Ltd (performance)
- London Youth Folk Ensemble
- Belles of London
- Harleymoon Kemp
- West End Kids
- Palacio de Poetas (spoken word)
- Bird Gang Ltd (workshop)
- Vocal Shack
- Bird Gang Ltd (performance)
- Cut A Shine
Family Zone hosted by Tootles & Nibs
Take part in our English games: croquet games, Human Crufts and Bubble Olympics.
Get crafty creating your own Easter bonnets; dress up and strike a pose at our St George and Dragon Selfie Station or sing along to Sea Shanties and learn the art of Morris Dancing.
Other Activities
St George and the Dragon, and walkabout performances - Watch out for St George and his dragon roaming the Square.
Giant Deckchair – Take your seat on our giant deck chair!
Carousel – A gentle carousel ride for your little ones to enjoy.
Pearly Kings and Queens – grab a selfie alongside London’s famous Pearly Kings and Queens
Emily's Face Painting – Transform your face into something fun and creative.
Food stalls:
- Thainese Street Food
- British Burgers, Hog Roast, Sausages
- Sheesh & Babs
Communities, Charities and Retailers:
- Kidwise Virtual Reality
- RSPB
Plan your visit
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We will do our best to make sure you feel welcome and enjoy our event. Our event staff and volunteers are here to help with any questions you might have.
When you arrive, our stewards and Team London volunteers will greet you. Our Team London volunteers will be wearing purple high-visibility jackets and are ready to answer any questions. There will also be clear signs to help guide you around the event. Please note, we will conduct a bag search at the entrance for everyone attending.
The event has a level access entrance, and it is wheelchair accessible. All paths are accessible for wheelchair users and there is a lift that connects the North Terrace to the Main Square. Stewards will be there to help you find your way. Assistance dogs are welcome too.
The festival can get busy. If being in crowds is difficult for you, you can use our accessible viewing area. It is located on the north terrace of Trafalgar Square. This area has hearing loop facilities for the performances on the main stage, and chairs are available for companions and anyone who needs to sit.
All shows with speech on the main stage will have a British Sign Language interpreter. You can see this on the screen on the right side of the main stage.
The event may be loud at times due to music and performances. If you need ear defenders, you can ask for them at our information point or speak to a volunteer for help.
The event is relaxed. You can join or leave at any time and move around as you like. You do not need to be quiet.
In addition to toilets, we will also have Mobiloo accessible toilet at the event. This toilet has a hoist and a changing table. If you need to use the hoist, please bring your own sling for safety and convenience. You can find more information on Mobiloo’s website: www.mobiloo.org.uk.
If you need any help on the day with more information about the event, just ask one of our stewards or volunteers, and they will be happy to assist you.
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Trafalgar Square is easy to reach by public transport, including buses, the Tube, and national rail services.
Tube
The nearest Underground station with step-free access from platform to street level is Westminster Station, which is served by the Jubilee, District, and Circle lines. From Westminster Station, it’s about a 10-minute walk to Trafalgar Square.
Charing Cross Underground Station is the closest Tube station and is served by the Northern and Bakerloo lines. However, please note that this station does not have step-free access.
Bus
Bus routes that stop close to Trafalgar Square include:
Routes 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 15, 23, 87, 88, 91, 139, and 176, with most buses having wheelchair access.
For accessible travel options, including step-free routes and Dial-A-Ride services, you can visit the TfL (Transport for London) website for maps and to plan your journey: tfl.gov.uk.
National Rail
The nearest railway station is Charing Cross. It is 325 metres away, approximately 3 minutes’ walk. Charing Cross rail station offers step-free access and a step-free route to Trafalgar Square.
Accessible parking
The surrounding area on Trafalgar Square can get very busy on the day of the event, so we recommend you take public transport if you're visiting the event. If you’re unable to take public transport for accessibility reasons, accessible parking is available near Trafalgar Square.
There are Blue Badge parking spaces on St Martin’s Street, located next to the National Gallery. Please be aware that these spaces are around 250 metres from the National Gallery. There are three designated Blue Badge parking bays available here.
For more information on parking, you can contact the Westminster Parking Information Service on 020 7823 4567. The helpline is open Monday to Saturday, from 8am to 8pm. To find other blue badge parking bays nearby, you can find disabled Blue Badge bays on the City of Westminster’s website using the postcode WC2N 5DN.