The Royal Docks Innovation & Enterprise Summer Festival 2026 at UEL brings together creativity, wellbeing and innovation at Docklands Campus. Enjoy live performances, interactive workshops, community activities and networking opportunities with students, staff, local organisations and residents in a vibrant celebration of culture.
The University of East London presents the Royal Docks Innovation & Enterprise Summer Festival 2026 — one of the most exciting community and innovation events taking place at Docklands Campus this summer.
Bringing together innovation, creativity, entertainment and wellbeing, the festival will transform the Docklands campus into a vibrant space packed with live performances, interactive activities, workshops, competitions and inspiring conversations.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
Time: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Location: Docklands Campus, University Way, London E16 2RD
The festival is free to attend, with a small contribution required for selected workshops and activities.
Look up! There’s a piano in the sky!
This year’s festival has a true showstopper in store that’s set to hit all the high notes… a floating aerialist piano performance above Docklands Square.
There will be two performances to choose from: 1.00pm and 5.15pm
You do not need to book separately for the performance. Just register for the festival, make your way to Docklands Square in time for one of the shows and look up.
Trust us - you will not miss the piano in the sky.
You can explore contributions from UEL’s Schools and Services, meet the people behind the work, and discover how great ideas are brought to life. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit our UCAS Fair, Stratford Redevelopment Exhibition, and an International Conference on AI and Sustainability Advances, alongside much more.
Spaces are filling quickly, so make sure to register here and join us for a memorable celebration of innovation, community and creativity at the Royal Docks.
Creative Workshops & Activities
Get involved with a range of practical and interactive experiences including:
- Aromatherapy blending
- Perfume making
- Bath salts and shower steamers
- Macramé and wreath making
- Chocolate decorating
- Cocktail and mocktail masterclasses
- Mini tufting demonstration
- Sip and paint (in collaboration with the alumni evening event)
- RadioActive 2.0 – Create your own health radio or podcast item
- Design Your World: CoCreation in Tourism, Events & Sport
- Emotional Intelligence and Resilience – Pathway to Success
- Who Do You Think You Are? The Sports EQ Challenge
- Pimp My Business
Some ‘make and take’ activities require a £5 contribution.
All funds raised at the festival will be used to support the development of our SportsDock facilities for students and local community.
Conquer the Docklands Challenge
Feeling competitive? Take part in the Conquer the Docklands mini triathlon-style challenge featuring:
- Rowing challenges
- Mental agility tasks
- Virtual esports competitions
Prizes are on offer for the top three combined scores, including a full SportsDock gym membership and £300 off sunglasses, kindly donated by SunGod, the performance eyewear specialists!
Register Now!
Spaces for workshops and activities may fill quickly.
For full details and registration visit:
https://www.uel.ac.uk/about-uel/events/2026/june/royal-docks-innovation-enterprise-summer-festival