Main Stage

Get ready for an unforgettable time at the Main Stage at this year’s Great Exhibition Road Festival, hosted by Portobello Radio. Enjoy world class acts from the Royal Albert Hall, DJs, Ceilidh dancing and more!

Saturday

12.00-12.45 R.U.M Band

13.15-14.00 Cèilidh by STROMA Folk Band           

14.30-15.15 Gnawa Blues All Stars

15.45-16.30 The Higher Planes

17.00-18.00 She's Got Brass

Sunday

12.00-12.45 Portobello Radio Presents: Kids on the Green

13.15-14.00 Elye Cuthbertson

14.30-15.15 Emily Tran Quintet

15.45-16.30 Tee Peters

17.00-18.00 She's Got Brass

About the performances

R.U.M Band - A collective of visionaries and game changers with a mission to move people through music, unite differences and expand tolerances. A diverse family of esteemed musicians spanning decades of playing with world-famous acts.

Cèilidh by STROMA Folk Band - STROMA Folk Band is a folk collective from London specialising in exciting ceilidhs and dynamic tunes. No experience necessary, just come and join in and follow the simple calling to become a Ceilidh pro!

Gnawa Blues All Stars - Gnawa Blues Allstars play traditional Gnawa (sacred trance music from Morocco) and age trance, blues, jazz, reggae & afro beat. They continuously push new boundaries fusing Gnawa with music from countries such as Gambia, Burkina Faso, Senegal, Guinea, Mali, India, Japan, Venezuela and the Caribbean.

The Higher Planes - The Higher Planes are a psychy garage soul band from south London. Their songs are populated by apocalyptic visions and their sound is four-part harmonies with groovy abandon, mixing soul, funk, acid rock and folky influences.

She's Got Brass - She's Got Brass stands proudly as London's premier 10-piece, all-girl brass extravaganza. With an electrifying eight-piece horn section supported by a powerhouse of percussion and drums, they deliver an unforgettable experience.

Portobello Radio Presents: Kids on the Green - Kicking off Sunday's amazing main stage programme, Portobello Radio is proud to present an exclusive performance from upcoming 'Kids on the Green' artists. Created in the aftermath of the devastating Grenfell Tower fire, 'Kids on the Green' is now an accredited arts centre, providing children and young people the space and opportunity to learn and develop creatively in a wide array of fields.

Elye Cuthbertson - Elye Cuthbertson is bringing a new sound to the folk scene! Combining his English folk experience with his passion for Balfolk and other traditions from throughout Europe, his compositions reflect his varied influences. Elye’s skill and inventiveness has been demonstrated through performances around the country, including at London’s Royal Albert Hall.

Emily Tran Quintet - Emily Tran Quintet brings a fresh perspective to jazz classics, drawing inspiration from legends like Bud Powell and Herbie Hancock.

Tee Peters - Tee Peters returns to the Great Exhibition Road Festival stage with his chill, catchy, and conscious rap that is grounded by purpose, love, and ambition. Accompanied by a dynamic live band comprising of ten exceptionally talented musicians, weaving together harp, keys, flute, sax, and vocals to create a versatile and mesmerizing live spectacle.

Visitor information

This is a drop-in event for visitors of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

The event has step-free access. 

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