Date: 13–21 Sep 2025 (9 days)
Opening Event: 12 Sep
Location: Tradestars Southwark, 32-36 Loman Street, London, SE1 0EH
We invite you to join the CHEEKY LONDON 25 — OPEN LAB, part of the official London Design Festival 2025.
We’re looking for EXPERIMENTAL Creators & Brands.
Take a chance - apply through our open call and be part of the celebration!
Who We’re Looking For
Cheeky Open Lab welcomes every creative spark.
✺ Markets & Pop-ups
- Independent Artists
- Makers & Crafters
- Emerging Brands
- Zine & Print Creators
- Illustrators, Lifestyle Designers, DIY Studios
+ more!
✺ Performances
- Music
- Dance
- Performance Art
- Film & Video
- Fashion & Wearables
✺ Food & Drink
- Street-Food Stalls
- Dessert Labs
- Pop-up Cafés & Bars
- Sustainability Stands
✺ Workshops
Why Participate?
1. Prime Exhibition Showcase
Showcase your work in Tradestars’ stylish shared studio—featuring sleek modular walls, gallery-grade lighting, and flexible display zones designed to spotlight every detail of your practice, all at an affordable price. *Booth Price Guide
2. Exclusive Creative Networking
Mix and mingle with leading artists, designers and industry insiders. Cheeky Open Lab provides curated meet-ups and informal lounges to spark collaborations beyond the festival.
3. Social Media & Promotional Outreach
We’ll spotlight our selected artists and brands across all of our channels—from Cheeky London’s Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter feeds to targeted email newsletters, blog features, and press releases. Each participant will be included in the official Festival Guide, ensuring maximum visibility to local and global audiences.
4. Immersive Design Inspiration
Recharge your creativity with behind-the-scenes tours, hands-on workshops, and insider talks at London’s most iconic venues. Discover new perspectives and fresh ideas to advance your work.
Timeline
Application Period: Friday, 30 June 2025
Final selection: Tuesday, 15 July 2025
*We’ll notify successful applicants directly and post the full lineup online.