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This event is in the past.It took place on September 21, 2026 at Southbank Centre.

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Fine Arts Exhibition
Rising artist

Floating Together

August 7 - September 21

At Southbank Centre

Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX

🌙Best viewed after dark for full glow effect
🎨Patterns drawn by children from Gaza, Ukraine, and Greece
👨‍👩‍👧All ages welcome, under-12s need an adult

Giant illuminated floats light up the Thames at night, celebrating refugee journeys and solidarity. Artist Malak Mattar designed this bold installation with young people from Gaza, Ukraine, and Greece, weaving their drawings of family, flowers, and dreams into a message of welcome and courage.

Free public art
Family-friendly
Riverside installation
Nighttime light display

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  • Nighttime light display
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  • Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX

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