The second edition of the Four Seasons Festival, Under the Same Sun, returns to County Hall this July, carrying County Hall Arts’ wider Seeds of Hope vision into the warmth and abundance of summer. If spring is a season of beginnings and renewal, summer is a season of growth: a time when ideas, friendships and creative ambitions gather strength and substance.

Across two days (Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July), the historic spaces of County Hall and the South Bank will come alive with music, film, visual arts, storytelling and hands-on creative experiences. From open call chamber concerts and short films to collaborative art installations and workshops with County Hall Pottery, the festival celebrates the joy of learning, making and discovering together - see the full programme below.

Following on from the success of the Seeds of Change edition, Under the Same Sun offers a chance to be inspired through connection, and the festival seeks to bring together artists, musicians, filmmakers, families and visitors in a shared celebration of curiosity, creativity and generosity.

Most events are free of charge (with the exception of the Afternoon Chai), but need to be booked in advance due to limited capacity – please click on the relevant links below for tickets and further info.

Programme

Saturday, 18 July 2026

11:00 — Queen's Walk Welcome
The festival opens on the Queen's Walk with live music and dance (next to the Paddington Bear Experience entrance and just along from Westminster Bridge)

11:00–11:45 — County Hall Guided Tour
A guided walking tour around County Hall exploring the building’s history - along Belvedere Road and the Queen’s Walk, starting at the South Bank Lion.
Free tickets

12:00–15:00 — Clay Cats with County Hall resident artist Yasemin Gava
A free, hands-on community art activity inviting participants to decorate clay cats and contribute to a unique public artwork. Find us on Queen’s Walk, next to the Paddington Bear Experience entrance.

14:00–17:00 — Sitar Performance & Afternoon Chai in collaboration with Kitchen India
Traditional afternoon chai and snacks accompanied by a live sitar and tabla performance – in collaboration with the Kitchen India restaurant on Belvedere Road.
Book tickets

18:00–19:00 — Classical Music Concert
A live classical music performance in the Atrium to round off the day.
Free tickets

Sunday, 19 July 2026

11:00 — Queen's Walk Welcome
The festival opens on the Queen's Walk with live music and dance (next to the Paddington Bear Experience entrance and just along from Westminster Bridge)

11:00–11:45 — County Hall Guided Tour
A guided walking tour around County Hall exploring the building’s history - along Belvedere Road and the Queen’s Walk, starting at the South Bank Lion.
Free tickets

13:00–14:00 — Young Blooms Concert
Classical music showcase featuring emerging young artists and ensembles in the Atrium.
Free tickets

15:00-18:00 — Creative Workshop: Children drawing their own sun
A hands-on workshop on the Queen’s Walk, next to the Paddington Bear Experience entrance, inviting participants to draw their own sun, materials will be provided.

18:00-19:00 — Classical Music Concert
Another evening live classical music performance in the stunning Atrium.
Free tickets

19:30-20:30 — Short Film Screening
A curated screening of short films exploring creativity, identity and transformation across cultures, craft and lived experience.
Free tickets

BOOKING INFORMATION

Most festival events are free but require advance booking via Eventbrite due to limited capacity.

FINDING US

For events taking place on Queen’s Walk, look out for our orange gazebo, located next to the Paddington Bear Experience entrance.

Each workshop is open to all ages, however children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Should you have any questions regarding this Festival or these events, please contact us at festival@countyhallarts.com.