Map of London’s Champions League Festival Site with Full Events Rundown
London is gearing up for the highly anticipated Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, set to take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night. To mark the occasion, a four-day festival is kicking off in the city, offering a range of exciting events and activities for football fans and families alike.
The festival will span five locations across Central London, including Potters Fields Park, Regent Street, Somerset House, South Bank, and Trafalgar Square. From live music to giveaways and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy leading up to the big match.
Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid and Jadon Sancho of Borussia Dortmund will be key players to watch as they aim to lead their teams to victory in the Champions League final. The festival will feature a variety of events, including a 5-a-side tournament at Somerset House and penalty shootout challenges along Regent Street.
Here is a day-by-day rundown of the festival activities:
– Thursday, May 30: Events kick off at Trafalgar Square with the arrival of the UEFA Champions League trophy and a DJ set by Faithless. Other activities include a giant inflatable trophy at Potters Fields Park and football fun along Regent Street.
– Friday, May 31: Festivities continue with a concert headlined by Rudimental at Trafalgar Square and a 5-a-side tournament featuring football legends at Somerset House.
– Saturday, June 1: The excitement builds as the Champions League trophy is displayed at Trafalgar Square before making its way to Wembley Stadium for the final match.
– Sunday, June 2: The festival wraps up with more family-friendly activities and entertainment at various locations across London.
Transport for London (TfL) is advising fans to plan their travel routes carefully on Saturday, as the London Underground is expected to be extremely busy. Stations on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines may implement queuing systems to manage crowds heading to Wembley Stadium for the final.
As fans from Madrid and Dortmund descend upon London for the Champions League final, the city is abuzz with excitement and anticipation. Don’t miss out on the action-packed festival events happening throughout the week leading up to the big game.