Brick Lane Curry Festival is returning after a nine-year hiatus.
The festival is set to celebrate the area's renowned curry houses, spotlighting the culinary traditions of the Bangladeshi community.
The event promises street food, chef demonstrations, cultural performances and family activities.
Organisers hope the festival will help Brick Lane take the title as the UK's ultimate curry destination.
The main festival day will take place on Sunday, September 21, from midday to 9pm.
It will include free events, street stalls, cooking demonstrations, live graffiti presentations, and a procession from Buxton Street to the Brick Lane Arch.
Executive mayor of Tower Hamlets, Lutfur Rahman, said: "Brick Lane is world-renowned for its vibrant culture and unbeatable curry – that's why I’m proud to be bringing back this iconic festival for the first time since 2016.
"Its return, nearly a decade later, is a celebration of everything that makes Tower Hamlets so special: our rich history, our bold flavours, and our incredible communities.
"Through the Love Tower Hamlets campaign, we’re backing local businesses while championing the spirit of the East End – and there’s no better example of that than the Brick Lane Curry Festival.
"With mouthwatering food, cultural performances, and something for the whole family, I invite everyone to come along and experience the best of Brick Lane."
The festival is part of the new Love Tower Hamlets campaign, which promotes Tower Hamlets destinations, venues, people and economic opportunities.
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Guljar Khan, from Bangla Town Business Association, said: "Brick Lane is more than just a street, it's the soul of Bangla Town and a symbol of our community’s resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit.
"For decades, our businesses have brought people together through the warmth of our hospitality and the richness of our cuisine.
"The curry festival is a cherished tradition that showcases the best of what we have to offer, and we are proud to welcome everyone to experience the heart of east London."
Sign up via Eventbrite to register for the festival.
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