BST Hyde Park's free Open House set to return with films, music, sports and food

BST Hyde Park's free Open House event is back for 2025.
Running for eight days in total, the event will take place across two weeks, from Monday, June 30, to Thursday, July 3, and from Monday, July 7, to Thursday, July 10.
The event features a variety of activities and entertainment options for all ages.
Organisers promise summer vibes, community spirit, and something for everyone (Image: @sophiajcarey-47) The open-air cinema, presented by British Airways, is set to screen films like The Garfield Movie, Thelma, The Goonies, Wicked Singalong, The Fall Guy, Fly Me to the Moon, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, and Dune Part Two.
The screenings will take place each evening, with free entry on a first-come-first-served basis.
DJ and presenter Kennedy Taylor will kick off the event on the Rainbow Stage on Monday, June 30.
South London Samba, a collective of carnival drummers and acrobats, will also perform on the same day.
Open House includes Pride celebrations, Brainiac science show, and Bongo's Bingo (Image: BST 2019)
On Tuesday, July 1, the legendary Trojan Sounds System will take the stage.
The London-based collective, reformed in 2004, is known for its contribution to sound system culture.
The House Gospel Choir will perform on Thursday, July 3, as part of the Pride in London celebrations.
Drag queen DJ performer TeTe Bang will also entertain the crowd on the same day.
The Brixton Chamber Orchestra will perform their Disco Orchestrated show on Monday, July 7.
The electronic outfit Dub Pistols will make their debut appearance at the Open House on Tuesday, July 8.
The band, founded in 1996, is a symbol of London's hybrid music scene.
A Bongo's Bingo Party is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9.
On Thursday, July 10, the popular TV show Brainiac Remixed will take the audience on a journey into the world of science.
For sports enthusiasts, Lord's Community Cricket and Park Sports Tennis will offer activities each week.
The Open House event also includes a variety of street food options, pop-up bars, and live streaming of Wimbledon on a big screen.
Families can enjoy a range of activities, including tennis and cricket, among others.
In collaboration with The Royal Parks, the free programme is scheduled between three weekends of music, headlined by Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan, Sabrina Carpenter, Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts, Stevie Wonder, and Jeff Lynne's ELO.
For more information on all free, pre-bookable, and paid activities, visit the full schedule at bst-hydepark.com/open-house.
The Open House event aims to bring a taste of summer to the heart of Hyde Park, providing a variety of entertainment options for all age groups.
Whether you're a film enthusiast, a sports lover, or someone looking to enjoy live music performances, the Open House event has something for everyone.
The event is organised in collaboration with The Royal Parks, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

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