- Programme spans comedy from some of the UK’s biggest stand-ups including Lou Sanders and Milton Jones, live music, outdoor theatre and more
- Family activities include a Big Fish Little Fish rave, kid’s comedy club, Baby Broadway sing-a-longs and fun craft activities
- Majority of events are free to attend, with select activities requiring tickets
London’s newest festival, Summer Daze Festival, launches at Canary Wharf THIS month – bringing a four-day celebration of culture, creativity and live entertainment to Wood Wharf from Thursday 23rd to Sunday 26th July.
A festival made for all ages to discover and enjoy, the line-up will feature live performance, interactive experiences and open-air entertainment. Theatre, music, creative workshops and family-friendly activities will fill the streets, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of the city.
Stand-up comedy
Comedy takes centre stage, with a dedicated programme in the Hazy Daze Tent offering festival-goers a taste of Edinburgh Fringe without having to leave London. Some of the UK’s biggest stand-up comedians will be delivering a packed schedule of sharp one-liners, storytelling and high-energy sets, including Milton Jones, Lou Sanders, Sarah Keyworth, Tatty Macloed and Eshaan Akbar.
Alfresco theatre & dance
A highlight of the programme is the alfresco theatre in Union Square, with reimagined classics and contemporary pieces designed for relaxed summer watching. Standout productions on the line-up include A Midsummer Night’s Dream by 440 Theatre as well as Pews at Ten by The Space Theatre & Novem Ensemble.
Sapnay Entertainment’s beginner-friendly Bollywood dance workshops will also take place at Union Square on Sunday, providing a vibrant and energetic session for all ages and abilities to get involved, learn new moves and have fun together.
Family-friendly events
Families can expect a packed programme of hands-on fun, with plenty to keep little festival-goers entertained. Highlights include Baby Broadway, where West End performers will bring beloved songs from musicals and films to life. A family-friendly production of Alice in Wonderland will be followed by an interactive dance workshop, giving children the chance to learn choreography inspired by the show.
The Lost Property Library by Wrongsemble, which offers an imaginative performance set within an interactive world where forgotten objects, and the stories they hold, are carefully kept, waiting to be rediscovered. Also on the line-up is Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave, a firm favourite that brings together bubbles, balloons and banging beats for all ages.
Live music, poetry and bingo
Docklands Sinfonia’s jazz, brass and street performances will soundtrack the festival, while a curated line-up of Busk in London sets will be bringing the energy during the day. Friday evening’s Musical Bingo will take over Union Square, featuring well-known tracks, games and prizes. Expect a high-energy mix of hit tunes, games and prizes, with sassy comperes, dancers and plenty of surprises,
‘Poet chefs’ will be roaming Water Street and crafting bespoke, on-the spot poems for visitors at the Poetry Takeaway.
Food and drink
Wood Wharf’s restaurants and retailers will join the celebrations, adding to the festival atmosphere. Nearby brewery, CRATE, will host a terrace DJ takeover, local hotel TRIBE will be offering family-friendly activities including face painting and kids-eat-free dining, and neighbourhood-favourite bar and restaurant, Lockdown, will be serving up summer spritzes across all four days.
The new festival is the latest addition to Canary Wharf’s wider summer of alfresco arts and follows the opening of the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre last summer.
Summer Daze Festival will run across Wood Wharf from Thursday 23rd to Sunday 26th July. Canary Wharf’s full Summer Daze Festival line-up can be found here.
While many events are free to attend, some are ticketed. The full list of ticketed events can be found below:
THURSDAY 23rd JULY
Comedy Club – Milton Jones, Ian Smith, Esther Manito & Blank Peng, 7–9pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens – Ticketed, £15 + booking fee
A stellar evening of stand-up comedy headlined by Milton Jones, Mock the Week favourite renowned for his brilliantly one-liners. Joining him are critically acclaimed comedian Ian Smith alongside rising star Blank Peng, whose sharp, culturally observant comedy is making waves on the UK circuit. With Esther Manito completing the bill, it will be a high-energy line-up, delivering big laughs from start to finish.
Book tickets here
FRIDAY 24 JULY
Comedy Club – Lou Sanders, Eshaan Akbar, Michael Odewale & Kate Barron, 7–9pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens – Ticketed, £15 + booking fee
A fantastic night of comedy headlined by Taskmaster winner Lou Sanders, who will be bringing her brilliantly offbeat, no-holds-barred humour to the stage. She is joined by Eshaan Akbar, seen on Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo, and Michael Odewale, one of the UK’s most exciting young comedians with award-nominated Fringe shows. With Kate Barron completing the line-up, expect a lively, laugh-out-loud evening.
Book tickets here
Musical Bingo – Agency Unknown, 7–9pm
Union Square – Ticketed, £10pp + booking fee
Tables can be booked in group sizes of 2-6 people
Part bingo, part club night and part live entertainment spectacular, Musical Bingo combines hit songs, audience participation, prizes and high-energy performances. Hosted by sassy comperes and packed with surprises, it promises a memorable evening under the summer sky.
Please note this event is BYOB; visitors can bring drinks and snacks to enjoy at their table.
Book tickets here
SATURDAY 25 JULY
Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave, 2–4pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens – Ticketed, £10 adults, £7.50 children, Under 2’s free
Recommended ages 5–12 years
Featuring classic dancefloor anthems, bubbles, balloons, confetti, this rave experience provides plenty of feel-good fun for all the family. Designed for children and grown-ups alike, it captures the joy of rave culture in a family-friendly setting.
Book tickets here
Comedy Club – Sarah Keyworth, Tatty Macleod, Michael Akadiri & Eli Hart, 7–9pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens – Ticketed, £15 + booking fee
Award-winning comedian Sarah Keyworth headlines a brilliant evening of stand-up, joined by Tatty Macleod who will bring her trademark witty take on British and French culture to the stage. With Michael Akadiri and Eli Hart rounding out the bill, the line-up promises a night of laughs, clever storytelling and sharp observations.
Book tickets here
SUNDAY 26 JULY
Baby Broadway, 11–11.45am & 1.45–2.30pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens – Ticketed, £7 adults, £5 children, Under 2’s free
Recommended ages 0–7 years
Designed especially for young children and their families, Baby Broadway combines beloved songs from musicals and films with bubbles, puppets and interactive entertainment, all performed by talented West End singers.
Book tickets here and here
Comedy Club 4 Kids, 3.30–4.30pm
The Hazy Daze Tent, Harbour Quay Gardens –Ticketed £7 adult/ £5 children
Recommended 6 years plus (younger siblings welcome)
A comedy show created especially for younger audiences, featuring some of the UK’s best comics performing family-friendly stand-up and sketch work. The show brings silliness, surprises and huge laughs and is just as entertaining for adults as it is for children.
Book tickets here
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About CWG
CWG is the developer of the largest urban regeneration project in Europe. CWG develops, manages and currently owns interests in approximately 9 million square feet of mixed-use space and over 1,400 Build to Rent apartments. Canary Wharf’s retail offering is ranked the UK’s number one shopping destination by Green Street.
CWG is committed to turning sustainability ambition into impactful action. Examples include purchasing 100% electricity from renewable sources since 2012, our partnership with the Eden Project creating a place for nature and people and working to deliver our Science-Based Targets.
CWG has created a 24/7 city where people can live, work and thrive and enjoy all the benefits that Canary Wharf provides: great transport links, access to 16.5 acres of green spaces and waterside living; and a wide range of amenities including an award-winning arts and events programme. Canary Wharf’s retail and leisure offer includes over 80 bars, cafes and restaurants and more than 320 shops, including 8 grocery stores, pharmacies and health clubs all within 15 minutes’ walk. CWG recorded its highest annual footfall of more than 76 million in 2025.
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