Grimaldi Service

Now in its 79th year, this weird and wonderful annual service sees dozens of clowns descend on Haggerston’s All Saints Church dressed in full costume for a gathering celebrating the lives and artistry of recently deceased clowns from the community, and honouring the King of the Clowns, Regency era entertainer Joseph Grimaldi (1778-1837). The service starts at 3pm, and spectators are also invited to stick around after for a free clown show and a slice of cake. It’s best to arrive nice and early, as the church tends to be packed out for the occasion.