Mint Street Music Festival 2016

Mint Street Park, 5 minutes from Borough Tube, will host this free family-friendly event that celebrates the musical talents of the diverse local area and the surrounding city.

Notable for its mix of musical genres and friendly, relaxed atmosphere, the festival’s reputation is growing fast – not surprising when 86% of those surveyed in the 2015 audience said they would recommend it to friends and neighbours.

The line-up so far includes

• Johnny Freyre and Kalima Project, nine-piece band playing an intricate combination of traditional and contemporary Latin American melodies;
• Tokyo Taboo, described by Record of the Day as “a big glorious adrenaline rush of amped-up pop” with a visually spectacular show;
• Alero, offering a gorgeous blend of laid-back rock and soul;
• Silent Party, melodic indie combining sonic intensity with classic pop sensibility;
• Nkomba, energetic Malawian folk music infused with a London twist;
• Mothers of Memphis, a power-trio playing foot-stomping rockabilly and deranged country;
• Eleni C, a stunning pop vocalist and our charismatic host for the Mint Stage.

And for younger festival goers

• Boppin’ Bunnies – playful interaction with a range of live instruments
• Diddi Dance – a funky dance session with ribbon sticks and pompoms
• Re-Creation Arts badge making and Heart in Art face painting.

There will also be a dance performance from the award-winning Gotitas de Sabor, choirs, music workshops, craft activities, a solo musicians stage and a range of tempting food stalls.

The festival is funded by grants and donations and relies on volunteers. So far this year, Southwark Council and United St Saviour’s Charity have awarded funding. Volunteer opportunities available include stewarding, videoing, catering and more.