The Olympics in London hasn’t been so bad after all!  But alas, the sporting fanfare wraps up on Sunday so if don’t want to pack out a pub to check it out, head over to a summer fest in gorgeous Greenwich to see it off in style.  As for other plans, hot step to an arty music night courtesy of the capital favourite MC Ty on Friday, indulge in some American-style hotdogs at a pop-up at Broadway on Saturday, enjoy new tunes at a mini-fest in Hoxton on Sunday, or see an exhibition that’s fresh from last Monday’s Jamaica’s 50 years of Independence celebrations. And the bonus this weekend?  Fantastic weather!

FRIDAY

MUSIC: The Allstars Collective, The Scoop, Queen’s Walk, SE1 2DB

How much: FREE

They say: “The AllStars Collective return each Friday as part of their summer residency at More London. Gathering here every Friday throughout the Music Festival there will be a selection of 40 of the UK’s top session musicians which make up The AllStars.  A hugely enjoyable night, come early to guarantee entrance” More London

Info: www.theallstars.co.uk

ALTERNATIVE: No Long Ting at The Brick Box, 354 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, SW9 8QH

How much: £5

They say: “MC Ty curates a night of music, artwork, films, DJs, food and cheap drinks! It’s not a club night – it’s cool people, in a cool place, fresh music, but it’s not a long ting”

Info: http://on.fb.me/TiwMIc

SATURDAY

EAT & DRINK: Superette Hot Dog Pop-Up, Broadway Market, E8 4QB

How much: Various

They say: “Following a series of impressive food Pop Up’s, London’s best kept secret Superette is returning with another mouthwatering menu. The Hot Dog pop Up can be found at F. Cooke Pie & Mash with the laundrette opposite transformed into a bar for all those looking to make a night of it. Superette’s Hot Dogs are the best of the best filled with delicious toppings that will please everyone” Superette

Info: www.superettepopup.com

ARTS & CULTURE: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Jamaican Independence exhibition at the GalleryHackPH, Hackney Picture House, 270 Mare Street, E8 1HE

How much: FREE

They say: “GV Media presents a photographic exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of Jamaica’s independence. This specially curated collection features images from Jamaica’s past, which many in the UK will have never seen. Celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and Jamaica’s 50th anniversary, this amazing exhibition delves into the archives of the Jamaica Gleaner and the Voice, showing some classic royal, political, celebrity and Olympic moments” Hackney Picture House

Info: www.picturehouses.co.uk

SUNDAY

ALTERNATIVE: Olympic Closing Ceremony at the Greenwich Summer Festival, Old Royal Naval College, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, Greenwich, London SE10 9LW

How much: FREE

They say: “Royal Greenwich invites you to spend your summer at Greenwich Summer Festival set in the enchanting lawns of the Old Royal Naval College. From now until the 12th August catch Big Screen Olympics on our huge 25sqm Big Screen by day and kitsch classics like The Goonies, Labyrinth & Jurassic Park as the Big Screen turns alfresco cinema by night.There’s live music on the Bandstand each day, an array of delicious treats from the leading lights of the street food craze, beautiful bars serving up local brews Meantime Brewing Co., ping pong and so much more” Greenwich Summer Festival

Info: www.greenwichsummerfestival.co.uk

ALTERNATIVE: Hoxton Sound Garden, The Garage (behind Howl at the Moon), Hoxton Street, N1 6RE

How much: From £5

They say: “Hoxton Soundgarden is Londons newest mini festival. Taking place inside and outside of a former carpark in the heart of Hoxton, the Soundgarden features new and independent bands from London. Sunday is electronic music featuring the hottest local DJs – and there will be art exhibited throughout, with food on supply from the Big Dirty Burger” Allinlondon.co.uk

Info: www.facebook.com/HoxtonSoundgarden

For more things to do in London visit www.theculturalexpose.co.uk

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