City Splash 2027 – Reggae, Dancehall & Afrobeats Festival UK

What to expect in 2027

City Splash 2027 returns to Brockwell Park in South London on Monday 31 May 2027, continuing its annual celebration of reggae, dancehall, Afrobeats, Caribbean and African music and culture. The festival takes place on the UK Spring Bank Holiday and brings together live performers, DJs, sound systems, food traders and cultural activities for a full day in London.

City Splash has developed into a major one-day celebration of Black music and culture, connecting Jamaican and Caribbean musical heritage with contemporary African sounds and the UK scenes influenced by them. Its programme can move from roots reggae and lovers rock to dancehall, Afrobeats, amapiano, jungle, garage, dub and other related sounds.

The 2027 date has been officially confirmed, but the complete artist programme has not yet been announced. The same applies to the final stage names, running order and individual set times. These details are normally released closer to the festival.

Visitors can expect Brockwell Park to be transformed into a multi-stage festival site with large performance areas, sound-system stages, food and drink traders, welfare facilities and accessible viewing areas. City Splash is designed as a standing outdoor festival, so comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

The festival also places emphasis on community and culture. Alongside performances, previous editions have included local and emerging artists, independent food traders, community programmes and initiatives supporting the surrounding area.

Event dates

Date: Monday, 31 May 2027

Festival: City Splash 2027

Location: Brockwell Park, London, United Kingdom

Format: One-day outdoor festival

The 2027 festival falls on the Spring Bank Holiday Monday, making it possible for visitors to build a longer London weekend around the event.

The exact 2027 opening and closing times have not yet been published. Previous editions have generally operated from around midday into the evening, with the 2025 programme running from 12:00 PM until approximately 10:00 PM.

Visitors should check the official timetable before travelling because final opening, last-entry and closing times can change.

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Venue & festival site

City Splash 2027 will be held at Brockwell Park in South London.

Venue: Brockwell Park

Address: Norwood Road, London, SE24 9BJ, United Kingdom

Brockwell Park is a large green space situated between Brixton, Herne Hill, Tulse Hill and West Norwood. Its location makes it particularly accessible from central London and other parts of South London.

During City Splash, temporary stages and festival infrastructure are installed throughout the park. Visitors can move between different performance areas during the day, although walking times can increase when the site becomes busy.

The outdoor setting means weather can have a significant effect on conditions underfoot. Dry weather can make the grass comfortable for walking, while rain can create muddy areas.

There are no general festival parking facilities at Brockwell Park, so public transport is strongly recommended.

Full lineup

The complete City Splash 2027 lineup has not yet been announced.

The official 2027 announcement currently confirms the festival date and location but does not yet provide the full artist programme. Visitors should therefore avoid treating artists from 2026 or earlier editions as confirmed 2027 performers.

Based on the festival’s established format, the programme is expected to cover several interconnected musical styles, including:

• Reggae
• Roots reggae
• Lovers rock
• Dancehall
• Dub
• Afrobeats
• Amapiano
• Afro-fusion
• Jungle
• UK garage
• Soca and Caribbean sounds
• Sound-system culture
• DJs and selectors
• Emerging artists

City Splash has traditionally mixed internationally recognised performers with British artists, Jamaican acts, DJs, sound systems and new talent.

The final 2027 programme should be checked through the official City Splash website and social channels once announcements begin.

Headliners & featured artists

City Splash has not yet announced its 2027 headliners.

Previous editions demonstrate the range of artists that can appear at the festival. In 2026, the programme included Beres Hammond, Aidonia, Elephant Man, Gyptian, Jada Kingdom, Queen Ifrica, The Congos, Lutan Fyah, Juls, JELEEL!, Donae’o, Lisa Maffia, Romeo & Dandaman of So Solid Crew, Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson and other performers.

The 2025 edition included Popcaan, Tarrus Riley, Spice, Valiant, Teejay, Odumodublvck, The Compozers, Kybba, Ms Dynamite and other performers.

These names are historical examples and are not confirmed for City Splash 2027.

The eventual 2027 headliners are expected to represent different generations and styles within Caribbean and African music, while the wider bill should provide opportunities for DJs, sound systems and emerging performers.

Stages & performance areas

The final 2027 stage map has not yet been published.

City Splash has traditionally operated as a multi-stage festival. Previous editions have featured approximately six or more performance areas, with different stages concentrating on different parts of the wider Black music spectrum.

The main live stages generally provide space for major singers, bands and headline performances, while specialist areas are used by sound systems, DJs, selectors and MCs.

Previous programming has included spaces focused on:

• Reggae and roots: Classic reggae, roots, lovers rock and related Jamaican sounds.
• Dancehall: Modern dancehall artists, DJs and selectors.
• Afrobeats and African sounds: Contemporary African music and crossover performances.
• Sound systems: Specialist selectors, MCs and London sound-system culture.
• Dub and bass music: Dub, bass-heavy performances and related sounds.
• UK sounds: Jungle, garage and other British genres influenced by Caribbean and African music.

The exact 2027 stage names and locations should be checked after the official festival map is released.

Stage-by-stage schedule

The City Splash 2027 stage-by-stage schedule has not yet been announced.

The running order normally becomes available closer to the festival once the complete programme has been confirmed. Visitors should wait for the official timetable before planning a detailed route between stages.

Previous editions have typically started with DJs, selectors, emerging performers and earlier live acts before progressing toward larger performances later in the afternoon and evening.

A future 2027 schedule is expected to provide:

• Main-stage artist times
• Sound-system schedules
• DJ sets
• Supporting artists
• Stage opening times
• Headline performances
• Final performances
• Closing times

Because several stages operate simultaneously, visitors may need to choose between overlapping performances. Checking the official timetable before entering the festival can help reduce unnecessary walking between stages.

Set times

Official City Splash 2027 set times have not yet been released.

The 2025 timetable illustrates how the festival structures its day. On the Yaad Stage, for example, performances included Popcaan from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Spice from 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM and Tarrus Riley from 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM.

These times relate to the 2025 edition and should not be used as the 2027 schedule.

Once the 2027 timetable is published, visitors should check the start and finish times of their priority artists and allow sufficient time to walk between stages.

Major performances are generally concentrated toward the later part of the day, while earlier hours can provide opportunities to discover emerging performers and specialist DJs.

Ticket types

City Splash 2027 tickets are available through the festival’s official ticketing route, although ticket allocations and prices can change as the event approaches.

The exact 2027 pricing structure should be checked at the time of purchase because the official festival page has not published a complete fixed price table for every ticket category.

Previous editions have offered standard general admission and VIP options, with child admission policies also available.

Typical ticket categories can include:

• General Admission: Standard access to the festival and its main performance areas.
• VIP Admission: Enhanced entry and dedicated VIP facilities.
• Child admission: Available under the festival’s age and supervision rules.
• Official resale: Where tickets become available through the organiser’s authorised resale partner.

The festival has previously used several official ticketing platforms, including Kaboodle and other recognised ticket providers. Tixel has been identified as the official resale partner.

Visitors should purchase through the official City Splash ticket route or an authorised provider rather than relying on unofficial resale websites.

VIP & premium options

VIP admission has been available at previous City Splash editions.

The previous VIP package included:

• Fast-track festival entry
• Luxury toilets
• Dedicated VIP bar
• Bespoke food concessions
• Seating areas
• Main-stage viewing platform

The final City Splash 2027 VIP package and its price should be confirmed through the official ticket page once the 2027 allocation is fully published.

VIP can provide a more comfortable experience for visitors who prefer dedicated facilities and seating options during a long festival day.

Standard admission still provides access to the main festival programme, while VIP facilities are designed to provide additional comfort and convenience.

Event rules

City Splash operates security and bag checks at the festival entrances. Visitors should check the final 2027 conditions before attending because specific rules can be updated.

Important previous-edition rules have included:

• No re-entry: Visitors generally cannot leave and return once they have entered.
• Small bags: Large bags are not permitted.
• No outside alcohol: Food and drink restrictions apply at the entrance.
• Water: Permitted water arrangements should be checked against the current event rules.
• No glass: Glass containers are prohibited.
• No weapons: Weapons and dangerous items are prohibited.
• No illegal substances: Security checks are in operation.
• No drones: Personal drones are not permitted.
• No large umbrellas: Large umbrellas can be refused at entry.
• No unauthorised professional equipment: Professional filming equipment may require permission.
• Assistance dogs: Assistance dogs are permitted subject to the festival’s access requirements.
• No general parking: Visitors are advised to use public transport.

Visitors should bring only essential belongings because there are limited opportunities to store items once inside the festival.

How to get there

Brockwell Park is well connected to London’s public transport network.

The closest National Rail station is Herne Hill, which is approximately a five-minute walk from the park.

Brixton is the closest major Underground station and is approximately a ten-minute walk from the festival area, depending on the entrance being used.

Visitors travelling from central London can use the Underground or National Rail network to reach Brixton or Herne Hill before continuing on foot.

City Splash strongly encourages public transport, walking and cycling because there is no general parking at Brockwell Park.

For visitors arriving from outside London, central transport hubs such as London Victoria, London Bridge and Waterloo can provide connections toward South London.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is the recommended way to reach City Splash.

Nearest Tube: Brixton Station

Approximate walk: 10 minutes

Nearest National Rail: Herne Hill

Approximate walk: 5 minutes

Numerous bus routes also serve the surrounding area from central London and other South London districts.

The organiser states that there is no parking available at Brockwell Park. Visitors are actively discouraged from driving because of road closures, parking enforcement and congestion around the event.

Illegal parking can result in fines and vehicles being removed.

Cycling and walking are encouraged where practical. Visitors using bicycles should use the designated cycle facilities rather than attaching bikes to park railings or gates.

Accommodation areas

City Splash is located in South London, giving visitors several accommodation choices.

Brixton is one of the most convenient areas because it is close to Brockwell Park and has restaurants, bars, shops and strong transport links.

Herne Hill is particularly practical for festival visitors who want to stay close to the park and National Rail station.

Clapham provides a larger selection of hotels, apartments and restaurants while remaining within South London.

Camberwell is another useful base, with connections toward Brixton and central London.

Waterloo and South Bank can work well for visitors who want to combine City Splash with central London sightseeing.

Central London offers the widest choice of hotels and transport connections, although visitors should allow additional travel time to reach Brockwell Park.

Because the festival takes place during the Spring Bank Holiday, accommodation can become more expensive or limited. Booking early is recommended for visitors travelling from outside London.

Food & drink

Food is an important part of the City Splash experience, with previous editions featuring dozens of independent and Black-owned food traders.

The festival’s culinary programme has traditionally reflected the Caribbean and African focus of the event, alongside wider international street food.

Typical choices can include:

• Jerk chicken
• Rice and peas
• Curried goat
• Plantain
• Jamaican patties
• Ackee and saltfish
• Jollof rice
• African-inspired dishes
• Vegetarian meals
• Vegan options
• Street-food snacks
• Desserts

Bars and drinks concessions are also available throughout the festival site.

Previous festival information has indicated that City Splash operates cashless facilities, so visitors should be prepared to use contactless payment.

Water facilities are provided at the festival, and visitors should check the latest rules regarding permitted bottles before attending.

Accessibility

City Splash provides accessibility support through the Brockwell Live access system.

Visitors with access requirements can apply for a complimentary Personal Assistant ticket if they meet the eligibility requirements. Previous guidance required an appropriate access card, such as a Nimbus Access Card or Brockwell Live Digital Access Pass with a +1 symbol.

Accessibility facilities have included:

• Accessible Viewing Platforms: Dedicated viewing areas at selected stages.
• Accessible toilets: Facilities located around the festival site.
• Step-free access: Accessible routes and entrance lanes.
• Wheelchair charging: Charging facilities for powered mobility equipment.
• Changing Places: Specialist changing facilities.
• Hearing support: Hearing loops and other support where provided.
• BSL interpretation: Sign-language interpretation at selected performances.
• Accessible parking: Available through the access process where applicable.
• Medication support: Arrangements may be available for visitors who need assistance with medication.
• Assistance dogs: Permitted under the festival’s access conditions.

Brockwell Park is predominantly grass, meaning wet weather can make some areas difficult for wheelchair users and visitors with limited mobility.

Visitors requiring access support should apply well in advance because Personal Assistant arrangements have deadlines before the festival.

Best days to attend

City Splash 2027 takes place on one day only, Monday 31 May.

There is therefore no choice between different festival dates.

The advantage of the Monday bank-holiday date is that visitors can make a full weekend of the trip. Those travelling from outside London can arrive on Friday or Saturday, explore London over the weekend and attend City Splash on the Monday.

Arriving early is useful for visitors who want to explore the site, eat before the busiest periods and watch emerging performers.

The later afternoon and evening are generally the most important periods for major performances, although the actual 2027 timetable will determine the final headline slots.

Previous year’s highlights

City Splash 2026 featured a large programme spanning reggae, dancehall, dub, Afro-influenced music and British Black music.

The 2026 lineup included Beres Hammond, Aidonia, Elephant Man, Gyptian, Jada Kingdom, Queen Ifrica, The Congos, Lutan Fyah, Juls and JELEEL!, alongside Donae’o, So Solid Crew, Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson and numerous DJs and sound systems.

The sound-system programme included Channel One, Dubwise Jamaica, Heartless Crew, Saxon Sound, Rampage Sound, Ras Kwame, Robbo Ranx, Loyal Squad, Jah Youth Roots Ambassador and other selectors.

The 2025 edition featured Popcaan, Tarrus Riley, Spice, Valiant, Teejay, Odumodublvck, The Compozers, Kybba and Ms Dynamite, as well as specialist reggae, dub, jungle and sound-system performers.

The 2025 running order featured six stages, more than 60 artists and more than 60 food traders, illustrating the scale of the festival’s one-day format.

Previous lineups should be viewed as historical context only. None of these artists should be considered confirmed for City Splash 2027 unless they are included in the official 2027 announcement.

Official tickets

City Splash 2027 tickets are available through the festival’s official website and ticketing partners.

The festival’s official FAQ identifies its authorised ticketing routes and states that Tixel is its official ticket resale partner. Visitors should avoid unofficial resale websites and verify any ticket purchase through the organiser’s current ticket information.

Ticket availability can change as allocations sell out, and later ticket releases may have different prices or conditions from earlier releases.

For ticketing enquiries, City Splash directs customers to its ticketing partner, while general festival enquiries can be sent to info@city-splash.com.

The official website should also be checked before attending for the latest ticket conditions, entry information, timetable, site map and event rules.