All Points East
2026 Travel Guide
Tyler, The Creator. Lorde. Jorja Smith. Deftones. Twenty One Pilots. Two weekends across Victoria Park, 21–30 August 2026. Here's how to get there, where to eat, beat the crowds and get home.
6 nights
across two August weekends
~50k
capacity per day — gates open 12pm
12 min
walk from Mile End, Central line
Free
In The NBHD community days between weekends
The lineup
Who's playing when
Getting there
Getting to Victoria Park
Victoria Park has no tube station on its doorstep. Mile End (Central line) is the closest, 12 minutes on foot.
Mile End (Central line)
The fastest option from central London. Central line to Mile End, then a 12-minute walk through the park. Frequent service, runs very late, and Mile End has interchange with the District and H&C lines too.
12 min walk · Central line · best optionCambridge Heath (Overground)
Perfect if you're coming from Liverpool Street or Shoreditch. Cambridge Heath Overground is a 15-minute walk from the east entrance. Good for avoiding the Mile End post-show surge.
15 min walk · east entranceHackney Wick (Overground)
The east side option. Hackney Wick Overground is a 20-minute walk but the route through the Olympic Park is pleasant and far less crowded post-show than Mile End.
20 min walk · quieter exitDon't drive
No event parking. Roads around Victoria Park are heavily restricted on festival days. Parking wardens are active throughout E3. Public transport is the only sensible option.
Parking restrictions in forceStation by station
Which station to use and when
Mile End
CentralDistrictCambridge Heath
OvergroundHackney Wick
OvergroundTiming & tactics
Beat the crowds
Before the show
- 12–2pm: Perfect — explore the park, grab food from stalls, enjoy the site
- 2–5pm: Good — support acts on, park filling nicely
- 6–7pm: Busy — Mile End crowds building, get in early
- 7:30pm+: Very busy — risk of missing the headliner start
After the show
- Best: Mile End — Central line Night Tube (Fri/Sat) or late service other nights
- Option 2: Cambridge Heath — Overground, much quieter than Mile End
- Option 3: Wait 15 mins in park before heading to Mile End — crush clears fast
- ⚠ Avoid: Mile End platform the second the headliner ends on busy nights
In The NBHD — free weekdays
Between the two weekends (approx Aug 25–27), Victoria Park hosts a free community programme. No ticket, no crowds — worth a visit.
Night Tube — Friday & Saturday only
Central line Night Tube runs Fri & Sat nights through Mile End. Sunday and weekday shows — last Central line from Mile End is around midnight. Night buses N55 and N26 cover the area after.
Quick journeys
Plan your route to the park
King's Cross → Victoria Park
Central line → Mile End
Oxford Circus → Victoria Park
Central line direct
Liverpool Street → Victoria Park
Central line or Overground
Stratford → Victoria Park
Central line direct
Brixton → Victoria Park
Victoria → King's Cross → Central
London Bridge → Victoria Park
Jubilee → Stratford → Central
Before & after
Food & drink nearby
Pre-show pubs
- The Crown — Grove Road · traditional pub right next to the park entrance
- The Approach Tavern — Approach Road · Hackney institution, 15 min walk
- Oval Space Bar — Hackney Wick · craft beer, great vibe before the show
Food & street eats
- APE food village (inside) — Always excellent — arrive early to beat queues at popular stalls
- Roman Road Market area — 10 min walk, cheap and local. Grab food before you go in.
- Boxpark Bethnal Green — 15 min walk, 20+ food options, good for groups
Sit-down nearby
- Brawn — Columbia Road · excellent modern European, book ahead
- Sager + Wilde — Hackney Road · great wine bar and food
- Pophams Bakery — Morning of — best pastries in E2, queue early
Pre-festival fuel
- Pavilion Café (Victoria Park) — Inside the park · perfect pre-show spot, gets busy fast
- Climpson & Sons — Broadway Market · excellent coffee, 15 min walk
- Dark Arts Coffee — Bethnal Green Road · specialty coffee, great morning spot
Local knowledge
Insider shortcuts
Mile End is the move
12 minutes from the main stage, Central line all the way. Night Tube on Fri/Sat means you can stay till the end without worrying about the last tube.
Cambridge Heath for the quiet exit
Overground from Cambridge Heath is significantly less packed than Mile End after the headliner. Worth the extra 3 minutes walk.
Eat inside — it's genuinely good
APE food village is one of the best in UK festivals. Budget 20 minutes and get there early — the best stalls sell out.
Gates open at 12, arrive by 2pm
The park is beautiful in the afternoon sun. Get there early, explore, grab food and be in position for the support acts.
Screenshot your route home
Signal dies with 50,000 people. Know your platform and last train time before the headliner starts.
Both weekends are different vibes
Weekend 1 (Jorja, Lorde, Deftones) and Weekend 2 (Tyler x2, Twenty One Pilots) are totally different crowds. Each is worth going.
Warm up for the show
Get in the mood
Stream Tyler, The Creator on the Central line east.
Accessibility
Step-free & assisted travel
Common questions
All Points East FAQ
What's the nearest tube station to All Points East at Victoria Park?
Mile End (Central line) is the closest — a 12-minute walk to the main Grove Road entrance. Cambridge Heath (Overground) serves the east side at 15 minutes. For All Points East 2026 (Aug 21–30), Mile End is the best option for most people coming from central London.
What time do gates open at All Points East 2026?
Gates typically open at 12:00pm. Headliners play from around 8–9pm. Each day has a different schedule — check the official All Points East website for the day's set times as they vary per artist.
Does Night Tube run to All Points East?
Yes — the Central line Night Tube runs on Friday and Saturday nights through Mile End. For Sunday and weekday shows, the last Central line from Mile End is around midnight. Night buses N55 and N26 cover the area after the tube stops.
Is there a bag policy at All Points East 2026?
Small bags only — A4-size or smaller. No large rucksacks. All bags are searched on entry. No professional cameras, no glass, no alcohol. Check the official website before you travel as rules can vary.
What's happening between the two weekends?
In The NBHD — a free community programme runs in the park weekdays between the two festival weekends (approximately Aug 25–27). No ticket needed. Food, activities and community events in the park.
Ask Roamer
AILive trains, Night Tube times and last train info for APE — ask anything.
Going to another event at Victoria Park?
All London event guidesLive status from TfL · stage times are indicative — always confirm on the official All Points East website before travelling.