Kew Fete 2026 - Stage and Arena provisional running order
The Stage is at the north eastern end of the Green in the Food Court and will be featuring local music and acts from 11am - 6pm.
The Arena is at the north western end of the Green and will have the Tug of War and the Dog Show.
11.00 Stage: DJ Stuart gets the party started
11.15 Stage: Just Imagine Dance
Just Imagine Dance is a creative, inclusive dance school in Central Richmond offering high-quality dance training from preschool (18 months) through to pre-professional level. We teach ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and acro, alongside RAD exam training and a thriving competitive dance team. New students are welcome throughout the year. https://justimaginedance.com/
11.30 Stage: Minna Williams
Minna is a talented young singer-songwriter and guitarist with a distinctive voice and a gift for marrying beautiful melodies with evocative and poetic lyrics. She is inspired by bucolic folk, classic pop and the beauty of nature. She is a prolific songwriter who loves to experiment with styles and structures.
12:00 Arena: Start of registration for Tug of War
12.00 Stage: ENBEldersCo
English National Ballet’s older peoples performance company ENBEldersCo was launched in 2018. Based in Chiswick, ENBEldersCo offers individuals aged 55+ an inspiring opportunity to develop their dance practice. You will have the opportunity to watch their latest dynamic work. https://www.ballet.org.uk/move-with-us/dance-for-health/enbeldersco/
12.20 Stage: Eel Pie Two
The Eel Pie Two play vintage hepped-up 1950s rockabilly, rock 'n' roll, country and skiffle with a touch of jazz. If you like 1950s vintage music - Elvis, Lonnie Donegan, Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly, Eddie and Gene - you’ll love The Eel Pie Two
12:30 Arena: Our Parks x T1 Rugby
13:15 Arena: Tug of War Registration closes
13.15 Stage: Calico Thieves
With soulful harmonies, fiery fiddle and mandolin and foot-tapping grooves from guitar and bass, we bring you songs of revenge and illicit love as well as cheery little gospel songs about dying! We cover everything from American roots, bluegrass and alt-country to murder ballads and jazz standards. Summer gigs this year include Croydon Folk Club and CranFest in Kent. www.calicothieves.com
13:30 Arena: Tug of War
14.15 Stage: Kew Academy of Performing Arts
Kew Academy of Performing Arts provides children with a strong background knowledge in dance, drama and stage performance skills, building and developing natural talents and self-confidence. We are passionate that learning to dance should be fun and enjoyable and take pride in delivering our classes in a stimulating and friendly atmosphere. https://www.kewacademydance.co.uk/
14.30 Stage: The Phonic
They’re back, after several years’ ‘hibernation’. Join The Phonic - Kew residents Steve and Dave, and their friends Doug and Val – as we play some lively rock and pop for you to sing and dance along to. With classics from the likes of The Killers, Queen, Snow Patrol, U2 and Bowie we can’t wait to play at the legendary Kew Fete. (Fete regulars may even recognise our bass player…).
15:00 Arena: Dog Show
15.20 Stage: Kew Dance Arts
KDA is an American-style dance school offering ballet, jazz, tap and contemporary classes in Kew and East Sheen. You will see some of our students including our Performance Company performing dances from our upcoming Summer Show at this year’s Fete. www.kewdancearts.com
15.35 Stage: Creak
Creak are a high-energy, five piece rock party band from London but who play nationally and internationally. Marcia, Vladi, Chris, Jon & Pete deliver and energetic set of songs for you to sing and dance to, and they are delighted to be playing again at Kew. www.creak-the-band.com
16.35 Stage: Crouching Tiger Karate
Crouching Tiger Karate offer martial arts classes for all ages in Kew and surrounding areas. To arrange a trial class please email ben@crouchingtigerkarate.co.uk.
16.50 Stage: DJ Stuart brings the fun
17.00 Stage: Raffle Prize Draw
17.15 Stage: Powerjam Bands - Bluezd
Onstage this year, we have 'Bluezd' from Powerjam Bands @powerjambands, the local non-profit music academy, awarded 'London Music School of the Year 2025/26'! This incredible young band headlined at the Royal Albert Hall, following a nationwide competition. For more information: Instagram: @powerjambands Facebook: @powerjambands www.powerjambands.com
18:00 End of the Fete
