6 September 2025
In-Person & Digital | Kenwood House Gardens, London
9:30 - 19:30 BST | #FTWeekendFestival
A DECADE OF IDEAS, CULTURE AND CONVERSATION
The FT Weekend Festival marks its 10th edition at Kenwood House Gardens, a one-day celebration of the FT Weekend brought to life across ten stages. The programme spans sharp debate, tastings, live performances and a remarkable line-up of FT writers and special guests.
Our speakers include:
IN BETWEEN SESSIONS ENJOY:
THE CONVERSATION STARTS ON STAGE...
Experience your favourite weekend paper come to life across our 10 stages and discover what else is in store in between sessions
START YOUR DAY WITH THE FT PODCAST BREAKFAST SHOW: Political Fix and Swamp Notes!
From 9.45-11.00 am at our Experience tent, meet your favourite podcast hosts and ask questions. Marc Filippino will lead a discussion with George Parker, Lucy Fisher and Brooke Masters
FT NIKKEI ANNIVERSARY TEAHOUSE
Complimentary matcha for the first 300 visitors. Blend tea with Fortnum & Mason and explore exclusive designs by Wallace Sewell and Florian Gadsby
ENJOY A JAZZ PARTY
End the day with the Jay Rayner Sextet’s closing performance
SIGNED BOOKS
Collect a signed copy from your favourite author at the Waterstones bookshop
ENJOY A VARIETY OF FOOD SELECTIONS
Throughout the day enjoy over 10+ food & beverage stations!
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