21st July – 13th August
Summer Camp Carnival
Camp Carnival is an exciting, free summer programme for young people aged 5 to 16 years, funded by the Hackney Council HAF Programme and the Feeding Britain Programme. Whether you’re 5 or 16, Camp Carnival is a place where you can try new things, make new friends, and celebrate the creativity and culture of your community – all while having an amazing time.
Every day is packed with activities designed to help you grow in confidence, stay active, express yourself creatively, and feel part of something bigger. And yes — free fresh hot meals and snacks are provided daily!
When & Where
Times: 11:00am – 3:00pm, Monday to Thursday each week
Venue:
Rose Lipman Building, Studio 11
8–11 De Beauvoir Road, London N1 5SF
Programme Dates
| Dates | |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Tuesday 22nd – Friday 25th July |
| Week 2 | Monday 27th – Thursday 30th July |
| Week 3 | Monday 3rd – Thursday 6th August |
| Week 4 | Monday 10th – Thursday 13th August |
Activities Include
There’s something for everyone at Camp Carnival. Activities are designed to be inclusive, fun, and confidence-building — no experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm!
- 🎨 Carnival Arts & Crafts — Design and create your own costumes, masks, and decorations inspired by carnival culture from around the world
- 🕺 Dance & Fitness — Learn new moves, explore different dance styles, and keep active in a fun, welcoming space
- 🧘 Yoga & Wellness — Stretch, breathe, and build a healthy mind and body through guided yoga sessions
- 🩰 Ballet — Try something new! Ballet sessions for all abilities, no previous experience needed
- 🔬 Science — Get curious and hands-on with fun science experiments and activities that make learning feel like play
- 🍳 Cooking Sessions — Cook tasty, healthy meals and learn real kitchen skills for life
- 🏃 Sports — Try a wide range of sports in a fun, inclusive and team-focused environment
- 🌊 Free Flow Play — Unstructured creative time to explore, relax, and enjoy yourself
Food
Free fresh hot meals are provided every day, along with healthy snacks throughout the day. No one goes hungry at Camp Carnival!
Please Bring
- ✅ Appropriate footwear (trainers only — no sandals for safety reasons)
- ✅ A water bottle each day
- ✅ Sunscreen and a hat on hot weather days
Safety First
- ✅ All staff are DBS trained
- ✅ First aiders on site at all times
- ✅ A safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all young people