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BOOKINGS NOW LIVE FOR THE FASHION DISTRICT FESTIVAL 2025 | 3-8 JUNE | SPITALFIELDS E1

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A CELEBRATION OF FASHION, SUSTAINABILITY AND INNOVATION

Tickets for the Fashion District Festival are now LIVE! Scroll down to see the schedule and book.

From 3–8 June 2025, we’re taking over East London’s Spitalfields for our third Fashion District Festival, featuring a packed programme of events celebrating sustainable, circular and regenerative fashion. This year, we are proudly partnering with SXSW London to spotlight global trailblazers in fashion tech and sustainability.

WATCH our live fashion Performance Showcase, featuring an electrifying performance by Alexander Whitley Dance Company that will fuse fashion, choreography and cutting-edge technology, styled by award-winning fashion stylist, Kim Howells. Join the Institute of Digital Fashion (IoDF) for an innovation showcase unveiling the digital installation created by the winner of their first Creators Fund call-out. Plus, don’t miss our After Party, where you can grab a drink and socialise with the fashion industry’s finest. 

Browse our curated pop-up shop, where trailblazing designers and brands specialising in upcycling, resale, natural dyes, and craftsmanship will showcase their diverse collections. Looking to revitalise your wardrobe? Bring things to be repaired at Omnifix’s repair clinic, mend your jeans as part of the 1000 Jeans Challenge, get your sneakers cleaned by Vamp, get crafty at Alterist’s customisation party and join an exclusive styling session with Flair Fashion.

Explore the circular fashion ecosystem through four vibrant resale events, including South Asian resale with Circular Threads, a clothes swap with Verte London, an organic Fairtrade fabric sale with Indilisi, and a Donation Sorting Party with award-winning social enterprise Give Your Best.

Try your hand at something new in one of our MAKE workshops – from embroidering found treasures into your own little bag with textiles designer Lauren Paul, to making personalised patches with master upcycler Dani Dawkins, and knitting a bag out of two old t-shirts with Geo Knits Slow. Learn how to create your own biomaterials with Biodesign Collective and transform discarded household items into wearable pop accessories with Clara Chu.

Over two days and two evenings, GROW returns with a powerful line-up of talks, roundtables and networking events. Join leading designers and founders exploring themes such as circular design and future fabrics or join a roundtable with investors, brands and innovators to accelerate regenerative fashion. Fashion industry experts, thought leaders, brands and designers will convene to shape the future of fashion.

Who is the festival for?

Whether you’re a start-up founder, retailer, investor, student, designer, industry leader or a curious shopper, there’s something for everyone. Discover new brands, gain insights from experts, meet like-minded people and help shape the future of fashion.  

Come and join the conversation:  
  • Digital and Tech Innovation 
  • Circular and Regenerative Fashion
  • Reducing Waste
  • ESG Legislation – People and Planet
  • Ethical Practice and Social Justice

WATCH

Experience a unique fashion Performance Showcase, supported by our screen and content provider C-Screens, and live styling events that merge physical and digital innovation.

A must-see for fashion lovers, innovators, stylists and creatives. 

SHOP

Explore a curated pop-up featuring pre-loved, swapped, upcycled, and repair brands alongside virtual retail experiences.

Perfect for conscious shoppers, style aficionados and sustainable fashion advocates.  

GROW

Dive into industry masterclasses, fireside chats, and roundtables with fashion’s top experts to learn, network, and shape the future of the industry.

An unmissable opportunity for start-ups, investors, brands and designers. 

MAKE

Get hands-on with collaborative workshops designed to develop skills, ignite creativity, and promote sustainable practices.

Ideal for friends, families, designers, crafters and sustainability enthusiasts.  

Upcoming Events

Day
Venue
Fashion District Festival Live Performance ShowcaseDate: Tue 3rd Jun 8:00pm Location: Spitalfields MarketA one-off Live Performance Showcase celebrating London’s exceptional fashion talent, set against the dynamic backdrop of the iconic Spitalfields Market.Book now
Performance Showcase After Party @ AlfiDate: Tue 3rd Jun 9:00pm Location: Spitalfields MarketJoin Fashion District at the official Festival Showcase After Party, hosted by Alfi’s at Spitalfields Market, to mark the launch of this year’s much-anticipated festival.Book now
Pop-up ShopDate: Wed 4th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopThe Festival Pop-Up Shop brings together the best in sustainable fashion, emerging designers, innovative start-ups and thoughtful ways to refresh your wardrobe.Book now
IoDF Presents…Innovation ShowcaseDate: Wed 4th Jun 5:00pm Location: The StudioJoin IoDF for an inspiring evening of innovation, conversation and community.Book now
Accelerating Regenerative Fashion by Spin VenturesDate: Thu 5th Jun 10:30am Location: The StudioThis exclusive one-day working session is designed to catalyse the fashion industry’s transition to a regenerative economy. Book now
Wearable Art with Olli HullDate: Thu 5th Jun 10:50am Location: Makers SpaceTransform your old clothing into wearable art in this fun upcycling workshop with artist Olli Hull.Book now
Pop-up ShopDate: Thu 5th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopThe Festival Pop-Up Shop brings together the best in sustainable fashion, emerging designers, innovative start-ups and thoughtful ways to refresh your wardrobe.Book now
Embellish Your Basics with Material ResponseDate: Thu 5th Jun 1:50pm Location: Makers SpaceTransform a simple piece of clothing into a unique, embellished creation.Book now
Knitted T-Shirt Bags with Geo Knits SlowDate: Thu 5th Jun 4:50pm Location: Makers SpaceLearn how to knit a bag out of secondhand T-shirts in this inventive, beginner-friendly workshop.Book now
LCF Founder’s Club Networking DrinksDate: Thu 5th Jun 5:00pm Location: The StudioFollowing Spin Venture’s invitation-only day-long working session, the LCF Founders Club will convene for a private networking and drinks reception at Spitalfields Studio.Book now
Flair Fashion PartyDate: Thu 5th Jun 6:00pm Location: Pop-Up ShopYou’re invited to the Flair Fashion Party — a night where fashion meets the future. Book now
Indilisi Fabric SaleDate: Fri 6th Jun 10:30am Location: Pop-Up ShopJoin Indilisi for a special fabric sale featuring a selection of surplus textiles sourced from India.Book now
Pop-up ShopDate: Fri 6th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopThe Festival Pop-Up Shop brings together the best in sustainable fashion, emerging designers, innovative start-ups and thoughtful ways to refresh your wardrobe.Book now
Explore Future Materials with Biodesign CollectiveDate: Fri 6th Jun 11:20am Location: Makers SpaceCome and explore the future of materials with Biodesign Collective.Book now
Upcycled Accessories with Clara ChuDate: Fri 6th Jun 1:20pm Location: Makers SpaceLearn how to transform everyday objects into one-of-a-kind accessories in this creative upcycling workshop.Book now
Screen Printing with Natural Dyes with Colour EarthDate: Fri 6th Jun 4:50pm Location: Makers SpaceDesign and print your own T-shirt or tote bag in this sustainable screen printing workshop led by Colour Earth.Book now
Clothes Swap Shop with VerteDate: Sat 7th Jun 10:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopJoin Verte for the ultimate swap shop experience.Book now
Clean Your Sole with VampDate: Sat 7th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopFor one day only, Vamp will be offering an on-site sneaker cleaning service, where attendees can have their trainers professionally cleaned using eco-conscious products and techniques.Book now
Pop-up ShopDate: Sat 7th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopThe Festival Pop-Up Shop brings together the best in sustainable fashion, emerging designers, innovative start-ups and thoughtful ways to refresh your wardrobe.Book now
Donation Sorting Party with Give Your BestDate: Sat 7th Jun 1:45pm Location: The StudioBe part of Give Your Best’s Donation Sorting Party and help make a difference in the community.Book now
Embroidered Treasure Pouches with Lauren PaulDate: Sat 7th Jun 2:45pm Location: Makers SpaceCreate a unique treasure pouch using fabric scraps, embroidery and found objects in this hands-on workshop.Book now
Conscious Children’s Costumes with DiscoverDate: Sun 8th Jun 10:00am Location: Makers SpaceTurn recycled materials into magical costumes in this playful children’s workshop led by Making for Change.Book now
Personalised Patches with Daniella DawkinsDate: Sun 8th Jun 10:20am Location: Makers SpacePersonalise your wardrobe with upcycled varsity letters and decorative designs.Book now
Circular Threads Pop-UpDate: Sun 8th Jun 10:30am Location: Pop-Up ShopStep into the world of South Asian fashion at Circular Threads’ unmissable pop-up event!Book now
1000 Jeans Challenge with White WeftDate: Sun 8th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopDenim repair experts White Weft have embarked on a challenge to mend 1,000 pairs of jeans in 2025, and they’ll be offering free repairs at the pop-up shop from 11:00am to 4:00pm on Sunday.Book now
Pop-up ShopDate: Sun 8th Jun 11:00am Location: Pop-Up ShopThe Festival Pop-Up Shop brings together the best in sustainable fashion, rental pieces, emerging designers, innovative start-ups and thoughtful ways to refresh your wardrobe.Book now
Sustainable Sewing with Eco Stitch ClubDate: Sun 8th Jun 12:20pm Location: Makers SpaceGive new life to old materials in this creative upcycling workshop.Book now

Previous Events

Festival Partners

The Fashion District Festival would not be possible without the generosity and creativity of its partners: UAL: London College of Fashion, Spitalfields E1, SXSW London, C-Screens and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.

Speaking about this year’s festival, Helen Lax, Director of Fashion District, said: “We’re thrilled to bring the Fashion District Festival back to East London’s Spitalfields this year, spotlighting the next generation of talent and innovation in sustainability. For us, the festival is a platform for progress, and in a new 2025 collaboration with SXSW London we will explore critical industry themes. By championing emerging designers, start-ups and thought leaders, we aim to reshape the fashion landscape, making it easier for communities to shop consciously while supporting a more sustainable and circular approach. Our mission is to shift industry perspectives, ignite new ideas and inspire change, paving the way for a more responsible, innovative and inclusive future for fashion.”   

Katy Arnander, Director of Programming, SXSW London, said: “London has long been recognized as a global hub for fashion, serving not only as a birthplace, but also as a major point of convergence for consumers and designers worldwide. SXSW London is excited to celebrate this creativity with the Fashion District, who have their home firmly rooted in East London and Spitalfields. Fashion District represents some of the UK’s most thoughtful and dynamic emerging talent, while playing a vital role integrating sustainability and circular fashion into the very fabric of innovation.“ 

Jason Dervin, Spitalfields Estate Director, said, “We are so proud to host the ever-inspiring Fashion District Festival for the second time. It’s fantastic to champion sustainable start-ups, emerging talent and brands in such a dynamic way. This vibrant celebration perfectly complements our existing shops and eateries, and we cannot wait to see everyone at the festival this summer.” 

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to our valued sponsors: Karma Drinks, NOBL WTR, Spin Ventures, The Materialist and Omnifix. Their generous support is integral in helping to bring the festival to life.