A date with Mr Wonderful

This three-week festival around Shoreditch and Hoxton kicks off with a parade, leaving Shoreditch Park at noon. Then it's back to the park for an afternoon of taster classes in everything from rock and roll to salsa, soca and line dancing.

The highlight of the afternoon will be the tea dance led by legendary ballroom teacher Mr Wonderful. There's a children's play area, funfair and stalls.

Parade/Dance Lesson: Shoreditch Park Pitfield Street, N1 (020-7324 5595). Sat 6 Aug, noon-7pm, free.

Festival: Various Venues N1 (020-7324 5595). Sat 6-Sun 21 Aug, times and prices vary, phone for details.