Thamesmead Festival 2026: Open call for performances and creative workshops

The Thamesmead Festival returns on 8 August 2026 at Southmere Park, SE2. We’re looking to programme a mix of artists from SE London and further afield with ideas for outdoor performance including:

• Circus
• Clowning
• Community Theatre
• Dance/Dance Theatre
• Installation
• Live Music
• Magic
• Physical Theatre
• Puppetry
• Spoken Word
• Visual Arts
• Walkabout

As well as creative projects and participatory arts workshops for all ages.

Apply by Sunday 5th April to be considered!

Apply here to perform.

Apply here to share a creative project.