The Lavender Hill Festival is a brand-new, vibrant community event, sponsored by The Junction BID, that celebrates the cultural diversity of Clapham Junction through fashion, food, music, and art.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Battersea Arts Centre, this one-day festival, on Sunday 7th September (11 am to 6 pm), is designed to celebrate culture by bringing together local families, residents, businesses and visitors. Join us for a fun and inclusive day full of entertainment, including...
A TRIBUTE FASHION SHOW TO WARILACE MODELS
WARILACE
“I am somebody — let the world know your name”
Set inside the Grand Hall, this fashion show is a heartfelt tribute to Warilace — model agent, mother agent, trailblazer, and pioneer in promoting African culture in London.
From 2012 onwards, Wari mentored and represented fashion and commercial models, both within and beyond the fashion industry. She dedicated herself to scouting, developing, and managing talent, creating opportunities for models to gain invaluable experience and raise their profile within the industry. Through her vision and commitment, she connected models with designers, photographers, and advertising agencies, helping them shine both locally and internationally.
Wari’s own creative journey was rich and varied — from modelling, make-up artistry, and hairstyling, to appearances as an extra in films such as James Bond: Tomorrow Never Dies and The Wedding Planner. She was also the office manager at renowned fashion house Tata Naka, where she played a key role in organising their Fashion Week shows and coordinating every detail to bring each runway presentation to life.
Curated by her daughter Cheryl Granville, this special event invites you to experience the very essence of Warilace — a celebration of her life, artistry, and lasting impact on fashion and culture.
ILLUMINATION'S MINIONS
Everybody loves a Minion, and here's your chance to meet Bob and Stuart at the Lavender Hill Festival!
- Where: Town Hall Road
- Times: 11.30am to 12pm | 1pm to 1.30pm | 2pm to 2.30pm | 3pm to 3.30pm | 4pm to 4.30pm
There's plenty of entertainment for the kids throughout the day, with fun fair rides too. Come along and make a day of it. BANANA!
TWIST N SHOUT
Pull up a seat with the incredibly talented face painting team from Twist n Shout, and transform into a whole new character!
- Where: Town Hall Road
- Times: 11am to 5pm
STORIE STORIE
Join us for two African storytelling sessions presented by Storie Storie, an organisation founded by British-Sierra Leonean rapper and storyteller Alim Kamara, whose mission is to inspire change through the art of storytelling.
Alim Kamara will take the stage to share a story that bursts with energy, laughter, and unexpected twists, including those delightful moments that make you pause and think, “Wait… what?!” With his trademark charisma and energy, Alim invites audiences of all ages to switch on their imaginations and step into a world where anything can happen.
- Where: Town Hall Road
- When: 12-12.30pm | 2.30-3pm
ART INSTALLATIONS
Flight of Voices, a breath-taking community art piece by Roopa Basu, will be displayed in The Grand Hall at the Battersea Arts Centre on Sunday, 7 September, between 11am and 6pm.
Roopa is passionate about branding and graphic design and is dedicated to promoting creativity in education and her community. As runner-up at the Wandsworth Women’s Enterprise Awards in 2024, she aims to make a positive difference through her work.
Siobhan Elouise
Singer-Songwriter, Siobhan Elouise, spins soul, jazz, pop, and neo-soul into pure magic.
- Where: Town Hall Road
- Times: 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm | 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Delphina James Music – The Panness
Feel the rhythm of the Caribbean islands! Steel pan musician, composer, educator and author – Delphina James – lifts the vibe with Reggae, Calypso and Soca rhythms on steel pans.
- Where: Town Hall Road
- Times: 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm -2:00 pm | 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Santino Le Saint
Join us at the Warilace Tribute Fashion Show for R&B vibes with the talented Santino Le Saint, a south London-based singer, guitarist and producer.
- Where: Battersea Arts Centre
- Times: 3.30pm - 6pm
Enjoy soulful vibes blended with reggae rhythms as rising star Deleelah brings her signature sound to the event. Feel the groove, feel the soul. You won’t want to miss this!
- Times: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm | 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm | 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
- Where: Town Hall Road
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU EXPECT ON THE DAY...
Street Food Village (Town Hall Road): A global culinary journey with delicious offerings from local vendors, including Zambrero.
Exhibitor Stalls: Unique crafts, fashion, and services from local artisans and businesses.
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