The Triumph of Art

From May 2024

A free party in Trafalgar Square

Join us on 26 July 2025 for the spectacular final event of 'The Triumph of Art', a nationwide performance by artist Jeremy Deller. It marks how festivals are part and parcel of art, culture and civic life, and that art and artists can be catalysts of collaboration and joy.

This summer saw new participatory public events across the UK, produced in partnership with The Box in Plymouth, Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design in Dundee, Mostyn Gallery in Llandudno and The Playhouse in Derry/Londonderry.

For our grand finale, we take over Trafalgar Square for a free, family-friendly celebration with contributions from all four nations. Celebrate art in all its forms for a day full of fun and surprises!

Trafalgar Square celebration

26 July 2025

The party will start with a Bacchanalian procession at 11 am on King Charles Street, before moving along Whitehall to Trafalgar Square.

Across the day, you'll experience live music, performances, making workshops, opportunities to meet familiar faces from the collection, and a big birthday tea party to round off our Bicentenary year. Come and join the fun!

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