The inaugural edition of Labyrinth On The Thames in Greenwich drew 57,000 attendees across six sold-out dates in July and August.
Staged outdoors at the Old Royal Naval College – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the series featured a range of talent from dance and electronic music.
Black Coffee, who became the first DJ to headline the venue across two sold-out nights, was followed by Empire Of The Sun’s first London show in six years.
The line-up also included a five-hour Solomun set, as well as performances by Fisher and Anjunadeep Open Air, with production by High Scream, the events team behind spectacles such as the Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony.
The series featured 31 artists, delivering 45 hours of performances ranging from international headliners to local talent.
As part of its pledge to give back, the event raised funds for Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice through on-site charity activations, supporting essential services for those with terminal illnesses and their families. The programme also included two full-time internships in partnership with the University of Greenwich.
Nick Castleman, co-founder of Labyrinth Events, said: “Our first contact with Old Royal Naval College was in April 2023, so it’s almost been a two-and-a-half year project to see these events come to life. We’re all ecstatic with how the series has panned out. We made a conscious decision to go all-in on production and infrastructure this summer, to ensure this was a world class production and operation fit for this historic venue.
“The feedback from the artists, industry and fans has been beyond our wildest dreams and we’re all so excited to see how we can develop this concept year on year to create a summer gem for London. A huge thank you to the Old Royal Naval College for their trust and all of their team’s hard work in bringing this off. It takes hundreds of people to make these shows happen, who work day in, day out and we’re grateful to all of you.”
Kate Miners, director of public engagement & commercial, Old Royal Naval College, added: "After 600 years at the Old Royal Naval College, we’re proud to say, we’re still making history! Labyrinth On The Thames was one of those remarkable cultural milestones that remind us why we do what we do. To see over 50,000 people, many visiting for the first time, not only immersed in the music and experience, but also connecting with the heritage, dancing against the backdrop of this iconic UNESCO World Heritage site, was truly inspiring.
“Our vision is to preserve heritage in a way that keeps it alive, relevant, and vibrant for everyone. Partnering with Labyrinth Events was a bold step, and one that paid off. We’re thrilled to have taken this journey together, and we’re only just getting started."
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