Festival14 Festival14

Get some free culture in Canary Wharf

Tamsin Spargo, Thatsup
Tamsin Spargo

Canary Wharf is host to a free festival celebrating performance – Festival14. Taking place between 26th and 30th July at numerous public locations around Canary Wharf, visitors can check out performances covering theatre, music, comedy, dance, and activities for kids. Events take place at various times and locations throughout the festival. Canada Square Park will be the site of the festival's main stage, hosting a free programme of music for all to enjoy. 

Most of the festival's events are free to attend but some are ticketed. Amongst the options for soaking up some culture are Comedy Club 4 Kids, Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave, and performances from Shaparak Khorsandi, Ronnie Scott's Jazz Orchestra, Norman Jay MBE, and the legendary Soul II Soul. Whatever your entertainment preferences are, there's loads to discover here.

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