Upcoming events

2019

Black Brit's Fair 2019

Sunday 15th December 2019 
10.00am - 6.00pm
The Ghousia Grove Road Hall
119-123 Grove Road
Walthamstow 
E17 9BU
(5 minute drive from our previous location of the Assembly Hall)
This is another opportunity to come together and support our local businesses in a family friendly environment.
  • Live PA’s 
  • Fashion shows
  • Food 
  • Drink
A Raffle Prize Draw EVERY HOUR on THE HOUR for some GREAT PRIZES!!
  • FREE giveaways 
  • PARKING AVAILABLE 
  • FREE MEET & GREET
Bring the family, invite a friend so more attend, so everyone can enjoy the Black Brits Festive Fayre. 

FunkyNChunky & Aga’s Design Pop Up Shop

Saturday 11th December 2019 - 11am - 7.00pm

  • 365 London Road, West Croydon, CR0 3PB
  • by @funkynchunky & @aga_designs - four great brands under one roof!!

 

 

 

NOVEMBER

CCL Commonwealth Fair 2019

Kensington Town Hall

Saturday 9th November in aid of the Commonwealth Girls Education Fund.

Over the years with the help of the High Commissions, it has been an integral element of our fundraising activities that enables us to continue sponsoring girls. This year the fair will be hosted by the Bangladesh High Commission and will feature crafts, food and music representative of many of the Commonwealth countries.

Entry fee (Adult) £5.00, (Children) £3.00. Profits from the fair will go to the Commonwealth Girls Education Fund.

SEPTEMBER

FunkyNChunky & Aga’s Design Pop Up Shop

Saturday 28th September 2019 - 11.00am - 7.00pm

365 London Road, West Croydon, CR0 3PB

by @funkynchunky & @aga_designs - two great brands under one roof!!

Africa Utopia

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 2019

Southbank Centre - 10.00am - 6.00pm

FunkyNChunky & Aga’s Design Summer Pop Up 

Saturday 10th August

Join us at

365 London Road, West Croydon, CR0 3PB

10am - 6pm

by @funkynchunky & @aga_designs

two great brands under one roof!!

#funkynchunky #agasdesign #popup #localbusiness

 

Crystal Palace Park

12pm- 7:30pm

Sunday 4TH August 2019

In association with Victoria Mutual Group the Jamaican Basic Schools Foundation celebrates its 24th Anniversary FAMILY FUN DAY.

Come down and enjoy the culture of JAMAICA and celebrate Jamaica’s Independence Day.

Lambeth Country Show 2019

Saturday 20th July & Sunday 21st July 

12.00pm - 8.00pm

Brockwell Park, Herne Hill, Lambeth, SE240PA

The Lambeth Country Show began all the way back 1975 and always boasts a unique line-up which celebrates the best of both the city and the countryside.

Expect horticultural shows, sheepdog and owl displays, homegrown vegetables and craft and food stalls throughout Lambeth Country Show. Music all plays a big part of the country show featuring such an eclectic mix of music ranging from dub and afro-beat to ska and soul.

Entry has always been and still is free and visitors can make donations on entry or at points throughout the site. The show is fully funded by the support of local people and visitors.

2019 marks the 45th time the show has been held, so don't miss out on what is bound to be an amazing event!

Black Cultural Archives - Windrush Day

Saturday 22nd June 2019

1.00pm - 6.00pm

Annual community day at Black Cultural featuring live performers, story telling, games and local traders.

Crystal Palace Festival

Saturday 15th June & Sunday 16th June 2019

12.00pm - 8.00pm

'the most fabulous and friendliest arts and culture festival in South London'. The focus is on the community and bringing people together. 

Saturday 8th June 2019

12.00pm - 10.00pm

Rich Mix, Shoreditch

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Open The Gate Festival, a unique 12 hour event featuring live music, The African Market, family workshops & African street food.

Expect an unmissable fabulous 12 hour festival packed-up with:

Live music from the most talented African & Diaspora artists on the OTG roster, both established and upcoming.

The African Market: with a selection of designers and makers who strive in ethical and sustainable practices, bringing you unique fashion, accessories, homeware, natural beauty products, books and art

Family & Children Workshops: Learn drumming and dancing on traditional and new rhythms, arts & crafts to bring home, or get your face painted as a wild animal.

African street food: Homemade traditional Nigerian cuisine with a modern twist – and lots of treats and surprises all day long!

Open The Gate 10th Anniversary Festival is a homage to the community of fans & followers, creative minds and volunteers who have supported our project and activities since 2009.

 

Saturday 8th June

Black Women's conference - Institute of Education, London

10:00am - 6:00pm

The theme of this year’s conference is “Eyes Wide Open: Moving Forwards and Staying Unified”.

Moving Forwards and Staying Unified reflects the difficulties we have faced such as an increase in racism following Brexit, increases in Islamophobia, attacks on the Windrush generation and uncertainty about what the future holds. In the face of such struggles, self-organisation and reflecting on the lessons we have learned is of paramount importance.

Tickets have all gone but you can join the waiting list. Please click this link for more details

 

Sunday 12th May 2019

Goose Green
East Dulwich
London, SE22 8EW

 



Back and bursting with more fun and family activities, the Dulwich Festival Fair on Goose Green will take place on Sunday 12th May.
  • Face-painting
  • donkey rides
  • bouncy castles will keep the kids entertained
  • Arts and crafts stalls
  • delicious street food
  • Live music and activities throughout the day

 

Dulwich Park Fair

College Road, London SE21 7BQ

Sunday 19th May 2019 12-5pm

Dulwich Park Fair has been running since 2007 and ends the week long Dulwich Festival.  It is a free outdoor event that normally attracts over 7,500 people.  The Fair includes a Fun Fair, Vauxhall City Farm, Punch and Judy, the Magician, interactive performances and a dog show. The stage by the café will feature local musicians, brass bands, choirs and dance acts of all ages.  There is, as always, a huge variety of food, craft, drink and charity stalls.

This is a family event that has a wonderful atmosphere enjoyed by large numbers of local people.

 

LOVE BOX - HYBRID POP UP SHOP
Bank holiday Monday 22 April 2019
This is a free event to attend.
Show love and come and support/view
Independent creatives

Cover
Sunglasses.
Clothing
Unique slogan Tees /Sweat tops Denim wear/African inspired clothing. etc
Art
Jewellery
Hair braiding & Tutorials
Head wraps & Tutorials
Massaging
Vegan treats
Some of the brands involved are
@cherrypiebakes
@chillcreate
@denimreconlondon
@Diaries_of_ a_visionary
@eminence_mode
@funkyNchunky
@idesignxolani
@karlacornwalllondon
@melaninaire.co.uk
@nattylittlebraids
@rareculturelondon
@so_yinka
@soleseekers
@warriorglobalsports
@nuweboutique1
@ankarapparel_doyin
Dj @shaeboogiedj
Shall keep us all in a zone
Chill out zone with
Bar/TV screens /Sofas /Wifi
And lots more
#music #art #culture #lifestyle #justsaying #Empowerment #fashion #hairbraiding #vegan #popupshop #samplesale #creative #brixton #jewellery #yellow #yes #hypbeast #1st #white #selfie #artist #bargin #exclusive #bankholiday

 

2018

Commonwealth Fair 2018, Kensington Town Hall

Saturday 10th November 2018

11.30am - 6.00pm

The Commonwealth Fair is organised annually. The Fair is always a special, enjoyable occasion demonstrating the vigour, the diversity and the splendour of the Commonwealth countries.

NEW - We are introducing Kids zone this year. It is going to be a fantastic party time for children and young adults. There will be face painting, games, songs, mystical fairies presence and whole lots of fun. Bring your kids around for an unforgettable family day out.

As well as providing a unique opportunity for the public to enjoy the food and entertainment of the participating countries and to obtain their specialized products, the Fair has a more serious aim.

This is to raise funds to assist, through the Commonwealth Girls Education Fund, with the secondary education of disadvantaged girls with potential to achieve high academic success in their homelands, thus enabling them to become agents of positive change in their own countries and the world.

Tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-commonwealth-fair-2018-tickets-46441293158?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=esfb&utm-source=fb&utm-term=listing&fbclid=IwAR3wzQ-uE0pWAIWtc76g6Lzl7OqptrQ7bHu30ejiFUTlIcSQUWtc8lm_RcA#tickets

Peckham Rye Fete

Saturday 1st September 2018

12pm-5pm

The annual fete on the Common will be held on 1st September and will have all the usual treats - the Dog Show, Punch and Judy, sack races, coconut shies, food stalls offering everything from hog roast and pizza to burgers, the tea tent selling delicious homemade cakes, the ever popular Pimms and beer stand, plus numerous stalls around the ring

All the profits go towards the maintenance of the Community Wildlife Garden and to fund other projects within the Park and Common.

Black Cultural Archives Summer BBQ & family day

Saturday 11th August 2018

1pm - 6pm 

 

Africa Utopia

Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st July 2018

11am- 6pm

Southbank Centre

 

Lambeth Country Show

Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st July 2018

11am- 8pm

Brockwell Park, SW2

June 2018

Saturday 16th June 2018

Crystal Palace Park, SE19

May 2018

Part of the annual Dulwich Festival 10th – 20st May 2018 www.dulwichfestival.co.uk,

the DF Fair on Goose
Green is now in its 13th year. It brings together a selection of the best local craftspeople, designers,
independent shops, family fun, bars and food stalls. Activities and entertainment to entice all to stay and
soak up the atmosphere of the day include;

Free bouncy castle, face painting and workshops for children, delicious food stalls, live music organised by
The Goose is Out! and our fantastic donkey rides! The DF Fair on Goose Green has grown each year and is
now firmly established as one of the best days out in East Dulwich.

March 2018

Friday 9th March - Sunday 11th March 2018

Southbank Centre - WOW Market

Part of WOW – Women of the World

Browse the stalls of our WOW Market to gather ideas, participate in activities and discover great creative products.

The WOW Market is the heart and hub of the festival. Our specially designed indoor market is home to a range of carefully selected stalls providing information, raising awareness, showcasing work, offering workshops and selling their creations.

It’s not only a central meeting point where people can gather, the market is also the perfect space to get information, do some shopping, network with others and get a feel for the festival.

https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/126368-wow-market-2018

May 2018

Pop Up Africa

Spitalfields Market

June 2018 

Saturday 16th June 2018

Crystal Palace Overground festival

 

 

DECEMBER
Camberwell Arts Festival
Saturday 2nd December from 11am – 3pm
The Tiger Pub 
NOVEMBER

Langley Park Boys School
Sunday 26th November from 11am – 3pm
South Eden Park Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 3

OCTOBER

Black Girl Festival
Sunday 29th October from 11am – 9pm
Kachette, 347 Old Street, London, EC1V 9LP

Horniman Museum Halloween Festival
Saturday 28th October from 11am – 4pm
100 London Rd, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

Barclays Bank UK Head Office
Friday 27th October from 10am – 3pm
Canary Wharf

Africa on the square
Saturday 14th October from 12pm – 6pm
Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, WC2N 5DN

SEPTEMBER

The Village Centre
Saturday 23rd September from 2pm – 8pm
Willington Road, SW9 9NB

AUGUST 2017

The Africa Centre Summer festival, London
Saturday 19th August  12pm – 10pm
Southwark, SE1

Black Cultural Archives, London
Sunday 13th August  2pm – 8pm
1 Windrush Square, Brixton, SW2 1EF

JUNE

Camberwell Arts Festival
Saturday 10th June - 11am – 4.30pm
Camberwell Green

Crystal Palace Overground Festival
Saturday 17th June - 2pm – 7pm
Crystal Palace Park

Essence Festival

New Orleans

JULY

Lewisham Peoples Day
Saturday 8th July - 12pm – 8pm
Mountsfield Park, Catford

Lambeth Country Show
Saturday 15th - Sunday 16th July - 2pm – 7pm
Brockwell Park, Lambeth

AFROPUNK, London
Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd July  2pm – 10pm
Printworks, Surrey Quays, SE16

AUGUST

TBC

 

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