Love Music, Hate Racism
The 1978 Rock against Racism event in Victoria Park was a defining moment of the 1970s. Rock bands got together to march from Trafalgar Square and protest against the increasingly active National Front.
Now, the anniversary of this event is being celebrated with another massive music festival in Victoria Park – Love Music, Hate Racism. With two outdoor stages and a big dance marquee, it will see some of the original participants coming back to perform, as well as a truly multicultural mix of acts including bhangra and r&b as well as hip-hop, indie, reggae and funky house.
For the more serious, there’s a chance to hear veteran leftie politican Tony Benn as well as other speakers.
All this in a great carnival atmosphere, and it’s free (though donations are welcomed). A pretty good way to spend your Sunday afternoon, I reckon.
Where: Victoria Park, London E3 from midday till 6 pm
When: Sunday 27th April
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