The London Hospitality Festival is an annual, free-to-attend summer event (typically held in late August/early September in Barnes) specifically for hospitality industry staff, their families, and friends. It features major sporting tournaments (football, softball, beach volleyball, tennis, dodgeball), live music, street food, and a kids’ zone to celebrate and connect industry professionals.
Key highlights of the festival include:
Open to staff from hotels, restaurants, and industry suppliers.
Held at the Queen Elizabeth Walk in Barnes, Southwest London.
Offers a day of, softball, and football, along with volleyball, tag rugby, dodgeball, and a 5k color run.
Live music, bars, and street food vendors, with a dedicated kids’ area.
Raises funds for industry charities, including the Institute of Hospitality.
The festival provides a relaxing, non-formal atmosphere for hospitality workers to unwind, with over 3,500 people often attending to compete in or support the various tournaments.