Riverside Festival at The Lensbury

The Riverside Festival comes back to The Lensbury for its fourth annual year in 2026 🎉

🎶We are thrilled to welcome Fake Tan band as our headliner, the UK's ultimate party band. Known for world‑class, high‑energy shows, Fake Tan have performed at major events, including celebrations for the England Women’s Football Team (The Lionesses) after their Euros win here at The Lensbury. 

🔥 New for 2026: 

Temz Floating Sauna Experience
Relax and recharge on the River Thames with Temz Floating Saunas. Enjoy 20‑minute sauna and ice bath taster sessions in a stunning riverside setting at The Lensbury. Sessions are available to sign up on the day only, with limited spaces. We kindly ask for a minimum suggested donation of £5 per person, with all proceeds supporting Princess Alice Hospice.

🏉 London Irish ARFC Minis Taster Event – Fun, Friendship and Family rugby for under‑9s.

🎪Circus Calamitous - We’re excited to introduce Circus Calamitous, a spectacular new act joining us for 2026! Expect high‑energy performances packed with humour, physical comedy, and impressive circus artistry across two live shows during the day.

🌟 On the Stage -Enjoy live music from talented bands, including a special performance from the choir of our Charity of the Year, Princess Alice Hospice. Experience the energy of the next generation of talent with a set from the students at Twickenham’s School of Rock.

🌊 Watersports Taster Sessions - Experience the river like never before with free watersports taster sessions run by The Lensbury’s expert team. Try Dragon Boating, Kayaking, or Raft Building — perfect for families, beginners, and adventurous festival‑goers.

🎨 Creative & Family Fun Zone - Enjoy a full day of family activities, including Face Painting (colourful, glitter‑filled designs for all ages), Festival Nails (fun mini‑manicures with bright festival colours), an Arts & Crafts Tent (hands‑on creativity for kids and adults), and All‑Day Family Entertainment (games, activities and playful fun for everyone).

🍴 Food & Drink Zone - Savour a variety of street food, indulge in live-cooked BBQ specialties, and explore refreshing beverage options. 

Whether you are here for the music, the food, or the festive atmosphere, there is something for everyone. Bring your family, friends, and neighbours for a day filled with joy and excitement at The Lensbury. We can’t wait to see you there!

Free for children 4 years and under.

Included in your ticket: Rides, Face Painting, Silent Disco,  Classic carnival attractions, Circus Calamitous' show, Toddler corner & Watersports sessions.

🌟 Music and Entertainment from 2pm until 10pm.

🍴 Purchase delicious delights from our Food & Drink Village.

🎉 A Perfect Day Out for Everyone - Whether you’re here for the circus, live music, watersports, food, family fun, or the incredible festival vibe, the Riverside Festival 2026 offers something for everyone. Bring your friends, family, and neighbours for a memorable day of celebration by the river. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Terms and Conditions

• There shall be no admittance to the event without a valid entry ticket, which is only valid on the date stated on the ticket.
• Please note all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable, tickets are also not to be resold.
• When purchasing a member ticket, you will need to present your active membership card/s for all on admission. Failure to produce active membership card/s on arrival will result in non-admittance to the event.
• All tickets feature a unique reference ID code, may only be redeemed once, may not be exchanged for cash, extended, replaced if lost and is non-transferable.
• Please quote the ticket ID reference when contacting The Lensbury team (using the contact details shown on ticket).
• In the rare event of extreme bad weather, The Lensbury reserves the right to cancel or rearrange the event.
• Photography disclaimer: There will be a photographer at this event. These photos and videos may be used by The Lensbury online and in print for advertising. Please let our team know in advance of the event if you don’t want to be captured.
• Ticket holders must comply with all relevant safety announcements and venue regulations whilst attending the event.
• Please note that there will be sound, audio, lighting and visual effects at the festival.
• The Lensbury reserves the right to make alterations to the published event program where reasonably necessary.
• Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied to the Festival by a responsible adult (aged 18 or over, who would usually be the parent, carer, legal guardian or other adult entrusted with the care of that child) who accepts full responsibility, at all times, for all under 16s attending under their supervision.
•  Anyone under the age of 16 is not permitted to enter, leave or re-enter the Festival site unaccompanied by their responsible.
• Terms and conditions subject to change.
• By purchasing a ticket you are agreeing to our Conditions of Entry which can be found below

      By purchasing a ticket you are agreeing to our Conditions of Entry which can be found here.