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Event Organisers Guide

Everything you need to plan a Batala London performance, in one place.

Overview

This guide brings together the practical information organisers ask for most—from performance options and logistics to booking information, videos and our organiser brochure. Whether you're planning a festival, parade, corporate event or community celebration, this guide brings together the information organisers ask for most.

What We Do


We perform at festivals, carnivals, corporate events, sporting events, community celebrations, weddings and private events across London and beyond. Every performance is tailored to your audience, venue and schedule.

Performance Information

Performance options

Parades, stage shows and static sets. Flexible durations to suit your schedule.

Team size

12+ drummers, scaled to your event.

Atmosphere

Samba reggae: warm, rhythmic, crowd friendly.

Batala London Photo at Notting Hill Carnival

Logistics at a Glance

Performance length
10–45 minutes (to be confirmed at booking)
Group Size
12+ performers (to be confirmed at booking)
Insurance
Public liability cover provided
Arrival
Early arrival; on‑site coordination
Sound
Acoustic — no PA needed
Space
Required space to be agreed at booking
Clothing
Red, black and white uniform

We tailor performance length, group size and space requirements to your event and confirm all details during the enquiry and booking process.

Space requirements

Required space to be agreed at booking

Sound considerations

Fully acoustic; no PA required.

Arrival & Coordination

We arrive early and liaise with your on‑site contact.

Safety & Access

Clear access routes and firm surfaces required; we adapt where possible.

Safety & Professionalism

 

We have extensive experience performing in public spaces, parades and managed event environments.

We work closely with organisers to confirm access, safety and on-site coordination, adapting where possible while always prioritising safe delivery.

Booking Information

Getting started

To begin your enquiry, visit the Hire Us page or email batalalondongigs@gmail.com.

We'll discuss performance options, timings, logistics and availability before confirming your booking.

Download our organiser brochure for a quick reference guide.

Videos

Highlights from festivals and carnivals across London and beyond

Get a feel for our sound, movement and live performance energy.

Seen at London’s Celebrations

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Share Your Experience

If Batala London has supported your event, we’d appreciate hearing your thoughts. A short review helps organisers discover us and supports our work across London’s festivals and community projects. It also helps future organisers understand what it's like to work with our team.

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