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Kaleidoscope Festival is a one-day London festival at Alexandra Palace and Park, bringing together music, comedy, culture and family entertainment against panoramic city views.

Returning on Saturday 11 July 2026, this boutique summer festival transforms the iconic “People’s Palace” and its Park into a vibrant, multi-stage experience. Combining live music, stand-up comedy, immersive performances and family activities, Kaleidoscope is one of the most unique festivals in London.

Set across Alexandra Palace and Park, the festival makes full use of its historic surroundings. The South Slope creates a natural amphitheatre, with the Palace as a dramatic backdrop and one of the best skyline views in the capital.

The 2026 line-up is led by Rudimental, joined by Groove Armada (DJ set), MJ Cole, Black Grape, Roni Size, The Amy Winehouse Band, Wookie, and DJ Paulette, celebrating the sound of London across genres including garage, house and drum & bass.

Kaleidoscope goes beyond music, with comedy from Russell Kane, Olga Koch, Emmanuel Sonubi and Bella Hull, plus immersive experiences including Some Voices Choir, Bez’s Acid House Experience, Hip Hop Karaoke and Disco Yoga.

A dedicated family area offers a festival within a festival, featuring interactive workshops, circus performances, theatre and activities such as Silly Science, African Acrobatic Circus, Punch & Judy and the World’s Tallest Bubbleologist.

Festivalgoers can also explore rarely opened areas of Alexandra Palace, including its Victorian basements, alongside street food, bars and pop-up experiences throughout the day.

Blending music, comedy, arts and family fun in one iconic London location, Kaleidoscope Festival is a must-visit summer event for all ages.

“10,000 sun-kissed, beer-swigging punters take over the grass bank in front of the Pally and let their hair down under the laser lights with a peach of a panorama across the city."

THE NUDGE

"This is one festival that truly lives up to its name."

TIME OUT

"A community festival on steroids."

THE TIMES

"Combining stunning views from the iconic Ally Pally, with great music and entertainment."

CONDE NAST TRAVELLER

“Stepping out onto a broad dark promenade where the whole of London is laid out beneath you like a glittering circuit board. As a sight, Kaleidoscope was unbeatable.”

EVENING STANDARD

"A roaring success… managed to carve its own niche out of the bustling London festival season with a programme packed with fun, culture and one seriously good view."

CLASH

“The roadside posters on the journey here promised a 'kaleidoscopic voyage through music and the arts', and as the sun dips below the horizon and the last confetti hits the grass, that’s exactly what we get.”

DIY MAG

“Main stage set just below the Palace, looking towards central London creating the most spectacular of skylines… With the best sight-lines I’ve ever seen at a festival for a headliner.”

MUSIC NEWS

“Ally Pally’s Kaleidoscope Festival offers a chilled line-up of music, comedy and kids events with incredible views over the city”

TIME OUT

“A relatively new kid on the festival scene. Kaleidoscope at Alexandra Park and Palace more than makes up for it in quality headliners and its range of spectacular experiences.”

METRO

“Located on the high peaks of north London’s Alexandra Palace, Kaleidoscope pairs music with soaring views of the capital. Get your dancing shoes on…”

DAILY TELEGRAPH