Clapham Common

The late Peter Jones’ labyrinth of polychromatic tunnels is returning for another UK tour, stopping in Clapham Common this September for a 36th year. Never been to Colourscape? Self-described as ‘Europe’s most unusual festival’, you wander around its big inflatable neon maze to see what musicians you can find inside. You might happen upon a flautist, a classical guitarist or, new this year, a Balinese gamelan accompanied by a troupe of Indonesean dancers. Who knows!? Those kaleidoscopic innards are designed to surprise. 

A giant tent is springing up on Clapham Common this autumn, ready for locals to get their fill of Bavarian fun. Oktoberfest On The Common is a seriously big operation, with a main stage for music acts featuring runways through the costumed crowds, over 100 authentic German sausage varieties, and of course tons of steins of beer to sample. There's also a funfair to ride on, games, and a photo booth to get snaps of your boozy day out.