Museo Jumex in Residence (Part I)
Local artists take over the railings of the Daneville Road / Butterfly Walk car park for a plein air art exhibition that’s open for everyone to take part in.
Difficult Ubiquity II
Local artists take over the railings of the Daneville Road / Butterfly Walk car park for a plein air art exhibition that’s open for everyone to take part in.
Dreamlandia
Co-curated by Sim Smith and artist Emily Hunt, this exhibition celebrates 100 years of Surrealism with an intergenerational group of female artists, highlighting the vital role of women in the movement from its beginnings to today. Open Thursday–Friday, 10am–4pm and Saturday 11am–5pm, and by appointment.
Alley Gallery
Local artists take over the railings of the Daneville Road / Butterfly Walk car park for a plein air art exhibition that’s open for everyone to take part in.
Not for Sale
Meeting outside Theo’s, this 10km run led by the Grove Lane crew will follow an art trail of Camberwell and the surrounding area. The run will be at a 5:40 ‘groovy pace’ to finish on Camberwell Green at 11am for coffee, just in time to see the opening of the Camberwell Arts Festival launch party.
Undergraduate Show 2025
Discover emerging talent at this annual degree show, showcasing work from graduating students in Drawing, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior & Spatial Design, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, and Graduate Diploma Illustration. For full opening times visit the website arts.ac.uk/students/ual-shows-2025
Art Run
Meeting outside Theo’s, this 10km run led by the Grove Lane crew will follow an art trail of Camberwell and the surrounding area. The run will be at a 5:40 ‘groovy pace’ to finish on Camberwell Green at 11am for coffee, just in time to see the opening of the Camberwell Arts Festival launch party.
Festival Launch Party
Everyone and their dog is invited to our free launch party. Make your own art at our family-friendly workshops, take part in a life-drawing class for all ages, bring your pet pooch to London’s artiest dog show, and join us for afternoon tea – all accompanied by the Camberwell Arts Market.
Dash the Henge
There’ll be daily entertainment at Camberwell’s iconic music store throughout the festival with live music and in-store DJs. Kick back and relax before moving on to your next event. dashthehengestore.com
Camberwell Mapping
Meeting outside Theo’s, this 10km run led by the Grove Lane crew will follow an art trail of Camberwell and the surrounding area. The run will be at a 5:40 ‘groovy pace’ to finish on Camberwell Green at 11am for coffee, just in time to see the opening of the Camberwell Arts Festival launch party.
Seeking Refuge
Artist Bob Stone exhibits oil paintings, watercolours and charcoal drawings that explore an increasingly perplexing and fraught world. Rooted in a specific sense of locale, such as the Thames Barrier, these figurative and landscape works broaden out and interlink – like the river itself – to environmental and geo-political concerns. T: 020 7703 0924
Private view: Saturday 14th June (6–9pm)
Opening hours: 12–6pm (1.30–6pm on 18th & 20th June).
Open Studios | Weekend 1
We have an incredible range of artists in Camberwell, working in every media from sculpture and ceramics to painting, photography and VR. Our annual open studios event takes place over both weekends of the festival and is your chance to visit local artists for free.
A Peek into the Engine Room of Carnival
Experience the heart of Carnival costume-making first hand and learn about the history of Caribbean Carnival, rooted in the resilience and creativity that emerged after the abolition of slavery.
The Other Side of Hope
Writers and editors from the UK’s first Literary Magazine of Sanctuary share their work and experience, with Q&A to follow.
Intergenerational Art Workshop
A free nature inspired art workshop, with indoor and outdoor activities suitable for adults and children. Drop in sessions,
no need to book, refreshments provided.
Organoke
It’s back, it’s bonkers - and if you haven’t already bagged your ticket it’s not too late, as we’re giving some away. Doors open at 7pm.
Sunday Drama Class
Free 90-minute drama session for local young people to focus on developing drama technique, spark creativity, and grow in confidence. Sessions run at 10AM for ages 6–8, 12PM for ages 9–11, and 2:30PM for ages 12–16. To find out more, email youthmanager@longfieldhall.org.uk or call 07988629697.
Monday Club
Try your hand at creative writing in this welcoming, inclusive workshop. Tea and biscuits provided!
Camberwell Knit & Crochet
A social session for knitters and crocheters at all levels. Beginners are very welcome. Wool and knitting needles are provided
by Camberwell Library.
The Experiment
Get a free ticket for the UK premiere of Serena Berman’s new play, exploring the grey areas of harm and intent through a brief experiment with an open relationship. goldengoosetheatre.co.uk
And Other Stories: Banu Mushtaq & SJ Kim
Get a free ticket for the UK premiere of Serena Berman’s new play, exploring the grey areas of harm and intent through a brief experiment with an open relationship. goldengoosetheatre.co.uk
She Goat Theatre Club
She Goat Theatre Club is a free monthly drama group for local older women. It’s a friendly and relaxed space to explore making theatre - acting, creative writing, music, movement, and design – with new members welcome and no experience required. For further information, or to sign up, please email Shamira and Eugénie at shegoatx@gmail.com
A Feral Plot
Screening, publication and residency launch for a collaboration between artists Lana Locke and Melanie Jackson, exploring the challenges of making sculpture at a time of climate crisis.
Open Mic Night
Named as one of the top 10 open mic nights in South London, why not tread the same boards as Florence and the Machine,
who played a surprise gig here in 2018.
Longfield Voices
Everyone is welcome to join this free and friendly community choir, whether you have singing experience or not. Led by Bethany Reeves, you’ll explore a variety of songs, with refreshments and friendships included. Just drop in on the day.
Broken Umbrella Challenge
Celebrate London Climate Action Week with Science Owl in this fun, hands-on and sustainable workshop where you’ll learn how to transform broken objects into something new. Book via Eventbrite.
The Uncorrected Independent Publishers’ Fair 2025
The Pelican and Tangerine Press welcome seven of the most exciting and innovative independent publishers operating in the
UK today. This year includes TUIPF regulars Rough Trade Books alongside first time attendees Tilted Axis Press and Peninsular Press. Special event prices. Readings during the day. All welcome!
Open Studios | Weekend 2
We have an incredible range of artists in Camberwell, working in every media from sculpture and ceramics to painting, photography and VR. Our annual open studios event takes place over both weekends of the festival and is your chance to visit local artists for free.
Warrior Artists Exhibition
Warrior Artists, a long-standing Camberwell-based multimedia artist collective, show recent work. Exhibiting artists: Jane Campbell, Annabelle Chace, Clare Cohen, Federica Dalla Vecchio, Phil Dobson, Hugh Gilmour, Jez Jacobs, Brigitte Stepputtis and Sarah Woolfenden.
Ruskin Park Summer Fete
Join the Friends of Ruskin Park for a fun-filled day for all the family in one of London’s most beautiful parks. Head to the bandstand for live music, performers, arts and crafts, facepainting, food, drinks and more.
Intergenerational Art Workshop
A free nature inspired art workshop, with indoor and outdoor activities suitable for adults and children. Drop in sessions,
no need to book, refreshments provided.
Sunday Drama Class
Free 90-minute drama session for local young people to focus on developing drama technique, spark creativity, and grow in confidence. Sessions run at 10AM for ages 6–8, 12PM for ages 9–11, and 2:30PM for ages 12–16. To find out more, email youthmanager@longfieldhall.org.uk or call 07988629697.
Book Launch & Readings
Local writing group Camberwell Scribes are launching their first short story collection And Then It Was Summer. Join them at this relaxed and inspiring social space for writers and aspiring writers.
EUPHORIA in the Park
Get ready for EUPHORIA in the Park, a participatory art project led by Carolin Meyer for people to come together and dance or listen to a curated, uplifting DJ set.