This storytelling session will explore the history and cultural traditions behind Carnival characters, including Jab Jab, Jonkonnu and Pitchy Patchy.

Melanin Vybz and The Harvey Monologues present an evening of film and conversation to raise awareness of loneliness and isolation in the Older Black LGBTQ+ community.

Three practical workshops exploring traditional wire-bending and Mas-making techniques used in Carnival costume construction.

Connect and create through a guided exploration of Hackney’s green spaces, followed by a creative writing workshop providing space for creative storytelling and reflection. 

Celebrate Black Deaf history, culture and community through inspiring talks, activities, entertainment, food, stalls, a raffle and opportunities to meet new people.

Hackney Society and More Curricular will be publishing a new book on Hackney’s Black History heroes. Who will be featured? Come and find out.

A reggae and soul night ‘blast from the past’.

We’re painting the town Black for one night only: Showcasing Talawa’s Art of Storytelling Across Four Decades.

Join Hackney Libraries’ resident artists for a series of drop-in, practical art-making sessions where you learn and develop new skills, techniques and confidence!

Three practical workshops exploring traditional wire-bending and Mas-making techniques used in Carnival costume construction.

Join one of three guided walks at Abney Park Cemetary as More Curricular and Hackney Society visit the resting places of notable Black heroes.

Come and help us make our Mahjong Quilt at free story-quilting workshops at the ESEA Community Centre in Hackney.

Community reading of 'The Marvellous Adventures of Mary Seacole'. Plus archival display detailing Cleo Sylvestre's activism.

A free monthly Italian conversation club for learners, experienced and native speakers.

Redefining dance from the African Diaspora, ACE dance and music’s new double bill presents two powerful contrasting visions of our world today.

Hackney Empire launches Empire Nights, an unmissable new live series bringing together some of the most exciting names in comedy, music and culture, curated by a special guest host.

Three practical workshops exploring traditional wire-bending and Mas-making techniques used in Carnival costume construction.

​Families will be transported to the music, dance and energy of this defining moment in arts history.

Hackney Markets will host a Celebration of Hair Day to celebrate local culture and showcase the exceptional artistry of Dalston’s iconic hair salons. Come for engaging activities designed for families, styling enthusiasts, and market shoppers.

This October Hackney Council and the Dunbar family will unveil a plaque commemorating the legendary 4 Aces nightclub and Newton Dunbar.

Come and help us make our Mahjong Quilt at free story-quilting workshops at the ESEA Community Centre in Hackney.

Join us for a night of celebration as we honour the pioneers who changed the game and the new voices shaping its future.

Join us at Dalston CLR James Library for free, live and interactive performances featuring stories from Musical Storyland

Join us at Dalston CLR James Library for free, live and interactive performances featuring stories from Musical Storyland

The inaugural Professor Gus John lecture, led by Professor Gus John himself. As part of Black History Season in Hackney.

An exclusive workshop inspired by the icon Frida Kahlo for LGBTQIA+ people.

Through art and live performance, children, young artists, musicians and professional creatives will share work inspired by their learnings of Hackney’s Black musical history and heroes.

Participants will learn about the origins, meanings and cultural significance of these characters within Carnival and the wider African and Caribbean diaspora.

Connect and create through a guided exploration of Hackney’s green spaces, followed by a creative writing workshop providing space for creative storytelling and reflection. 

A free monthly Italian conversation club for learners, experienced and native speakers.

Join Hackney Libraries’ resident artists for a series of drop-in, practical art-making sessions where you learn and develop new skills, techniques and confidence!

Bringing together pioneering voices from Hackney’s sound system history and a new generation of young creatives, to preserve, celebrate, and expand public understanding of Hackney’s rich sound system culture.

Africanus Rex is a theatrical production of a forgotten history charting how African leadership shaped Britain in Roman times.

Connect and create through a guided exploration of Hackney’s green spaces, followed by a creative writing workshop providing space for creative storytelling and reflection. 

Join Hackney Libraries’ resident artists for a series of drop-in, practical art-making sessions where you learn and develop new skills, techniques and confidence!

Connect and create through a guided exploration of Hackney’s green spaces, followed by a creative writing workshop providing space for creative storytelling and reflection. 

Join us for a vibrant community celebration of Chinese New Year 2027, featuring colourful costumes, live music and performances of the PiXiu dance. Led by Jun Mo Generations.