EXPERIENCE A MULTI-CULTURAL CAMP WITH ZIMFEST 2012
Now in its 12th year running, Zimfest is an annual outdoor music, food and cultural event. Taking place on Saturday 11 August 2012, this year the celebration of Zimbabwe and South Africa will be part of the festivities of Camp In London.
Located at E17 8AX, Walthamstow, the site is just a 5-10 minute shuttle bus ride from the Olympic Park and has a camping capacity of 5,000 people.
The 140 metre bar, DJs, live music and traditional South African markets on offer at Zimfest provide a platform for Zimbabwean expats to unite. Zimfest brings together Zimbabweans and South Africans from across the cultural spectrum and welcomes non-Zims to join in this unique, colourful celebration.
The 2011 event, despite heavy rain, drew a crowd of 3,500 people. A full bar served all palates with traditional Southern African food. The markets serviced the shopaholics while the sporting tournaments kept the energetic on their toes throughout the day.
The plethora of activities on offer is of course complimented by the varying live music and entertainment, all celebrating the sounds of Zimbabwe. Last years’ line up included names like the UK-based Zimbabwean singer/songwriter Tinashe as well as Bkay & Kazz, Munkinpure and Kamikaze Test Pilots. DJ sets by Brandon Block, Matt James (Sinners DJs) and more, rocked the decks.
This year’s acts are yet to be confirmed but one thing is for sure, with crowds of 10,000 people expected, this year’s event is going to be bigger and better than ever! Onsite camping is also available for festival-goers, starting at an affordable £15pp per night.
For more information and tickets check out http://zimfest.eventbrite.com/.
