Front row seats to fun at the Mayor’s Thames Festival

The Mayor’s Thames Festival kicks off 12 – 13 September, transforming the waterfront into a spectacular celebration of live music, fabulous food and lively entertainment.

Moments away from the action are the Park Plaza County Hall and Park Plaza Riverbank London, perfect launch pads for the weekend’s festivities with rooms starting from just £119 per night (room only; excludes VAT).

Experience the transformation of Southwark Bridge into a communal ‘harvest supper’ where food from some of UK’s best sustainable producers will be available for sampling and grapes at the festival wine bar can be tread.

Get your groove on and show off your jive at The Big Swing, an al fresco ballroom. With live bands, demonstrations and workshops, there’s no excuse not to hit the dance floor.

When the sun goes down, the party starts with the Night Carnival. Watch this magical procession, complete with illuminated costumes and spectacular lanterns, travel along the Thames and look up to see the sky lit with a magnificent fireworks display.

After a full day’s delights, head back to the nearby Park Plaza County Hall, walking distance from the action. A superior double room is available from just £135 for one night’s accommodation, including breakfast and excluding VAT. For more information, visit parkplazacountyhall.com.

Alternatively, the Park Plaza Riverbank, situated along the Thames, offers fantastic views of the weekend events. Stay at this luxurious hotel with rooms from £119 (room only). For more information, visit parkplazariverbank.com

For further information on Park Plaza Hotels, visit parkplaza.com.