Get ready for ten days of pure creativity! The Leyton Arts Festival is taking over the community from September 4th to 13th, 2026, packed with over 50 fantastic activities, and Willow Brook Primary is right at the heart of the action. We are incredibly proud to open our doors on the weekend of September 12th and 13th to showcase our pupils’ amazing artwork and host hands-on workshops for everyone to enjoy.
Festival Opening Party
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When: Friday, 4th September from 4pm to 8pm.
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Where: ArtWorks East, 32 Osier Way, E10 5SB.
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Activities: The family-friendly evening features an exhibition, creative activities, live music, and maker stalls.
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Art Swap: Bring artwork you have already made, create something new, or browse to find a piece you love. You can take home original artwork by paying what you can, and every contribution supports the festival.
Willow Brook Primary Showcase & Workshops
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Location & Times: We are opening our doors at 190 Church Road on Saturday, 12th September (10am–4pm) and Sunday, 13th September (11am–3pm).
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Student Exhibitions: Explore the Willow Brook student exhibition to see our pupils’ hard work, alongside the Riverley Primary Exhibition Trail titled “Representation 365”.
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Guest Portraits: We are hosting a portrait exhibition by artists Hyunsook Chung and John Millner.
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CREATE Workshops: Join in on “Common Thread,” a collaborative weaving project utilizing discarded materials. You can also participate in “Paper & Stone,” a mindful drawing experiment using a crayon and a stone.
All details, including the full schedule of festival events, can be found on the Full Programme here.
