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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Following months of workshops, cultural visits and creativity, brain injury charity Headway London presents the culmination of its Black History Music Project. Expect drumming, dancing, singing, storytelling, saltfish fritters and sorrel!

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

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

Spend the day with The Common Press Dalston, come and find a market with Black queer vendors, artists, creatives and community partners for a family-friendly afternoon of music, talks and good vibes.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

An all singing, all dancing cabaret to celebrate Black British Lindy Hop and Vernacular Jazz dance, in the 100th anniversary year of Lindy Hop.

Join us for an opportunity to view inside the recently restored Abney Chapel and to hear a talk about the life and times of JJ Fuller.

Join us for this year’s Black History Season launch as pioneering writer, activist, journalist and DJ Joy Francis delivers the annual CLR James Lecture.

London Borough of Hackney is delighted to unveil the plaque for C.L.R. James . Join us for an inspirational event and celebration.

Join We Are Parable in collaboration with The Music is Black Festival from East Bank for a Masterclass in Black British Music Videos. 

Doc’n Roll is delighted to be part of The Music is Black Festival and to bring a special event to the Rio Cinema celebrating one of London’s most distinctive contemporary musicians, Hak Baker.

Hackney Libraries are proud to host the official book launch of Big Man, the highly anticipated adult literary debut by award-winning author and poet Dean Atta.

As part of The Music is Black Festival, Sadler’s Wells East is throwing open our doors for you to come dance with us and soak in the vibes with The Dance Floor is Black.

Celebrate Ridley Road Market at our community festival.

The UK's largest Children's Black Book Fair returns to Hackney! Books, stories, arts & crafts and inspiration.