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Rudimental, Groove Armada, and Black Grape are among the major acts set to perform at this year's Kaleidoscope Festival.
Returning for its sixth edition on July 11, the popular family friendly event will once again take over London's Alexandra Palace with a packed program of live music, comedy, arts, culture, and activities spread throughout the historic venue and its surrounding grounds.
Rudimental will headline the Hilltop Stage on the South Slope, while fans can also look forward to a live set from UK garage pioneer MJ Cole. Black Grape will mark the 30th anniversary of their album It's Great When You're Straight... Yeah, while Dale Davis will lead The Amy Winehouse Band through a selection of songs made famous by the late Rehab singer. Festivalgoers can also join in with performances from the Some Voices Choir.
Over on the Cloud Stage, former Kaleidoscope headliners Groove Armada will perform a DJ set, joined by Roni Size, DJ Paulette, and Wookie.
The Fringe Stage will be headlined by comedian Russell Kane, with fellow comics Olga Koch, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Bella Hull also appearing. The area will additionally feature Bez's Acid House Experience, Hip Hop Karaoke, and Disco Yoga.
Families will have plenty to enjoy with a dedicated area featuring hands on workshops, live performances, and interactive attractions including Silly Science, Family Disco Yoga, Circus Sensible, African Acrobatic Circus, Punch and Judy Shows, an Interactive Mural Wall, and the World's Tallest Bubbleologist.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore parts of Alexandra Palace that are rarely open to the public, including its historic Victorian basements, where a variety of immersive experiences will be on offer.
Festival director Simon Fell said: “Kaleidoscope Festival has been running since 2018 and has become a real staple of London’s summer. This year’s line-up is a celebration of the golden age of garage, house and drum’n’bass - the sound of London - alongside comedy, culture and family experiences.
"It’s a festival like no other; a place for the curious, for music lovers, for families, where you can explore our park, take in panoramic views of the capital, and even discover parts of Alexandra Palace you wouldn’t normally see.”
