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What's on in Barnsbury

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Barnsbury.

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Overwatch 5v5

Our Overwatch event is moving to a regular Wednesday slot, with it potentially becoming bi-weekly depending on turnout! Don’t have a full team? No problem, we’ll be matching up players without complete teams to make sure everyone can get in on the action. We’ll be playing the regular 5v5 mode and map selection will be done via voting! - Signups are on the night from 6:30PM, with games beginning at 7PM, you can still join even if arriving later! - You may bring your own controllers/peripherals if you want - We will be using the Steam PC version of the game for ease of login - Games will run until 10PM or so, and PCs remain available afterwards - No entry fee, but you must make a purchase to take part! Winning teams will get a little soju on the house, and depending on sign up numbers we may do a small bracket to see who’s the best in the room! See you there!

Wed 22 JulMeltdown(0.2mi)

via MeltdownCurated

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Cyprus Week

Cyprus Week? At Theatre Technis? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Wed 22 JulTheatre Technis(0.9mi)

via Theatre TechnisLocal gem

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Cartref yn y Ddinas

Cartref yn y Ddinas at London Welsh Centre. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Wed 22 JulLondon Welsh Centre(1mi)

via London Welsh CentreLocal gem

Likely freeTalks & Lectures

Spotlight Talk: Leaving London

In this short talk, Roy will dive into the spaces, places, and faces of the Foundling Hospital’s move out of London. This talk takes place on the exact centenary of the day in 1926 when the Hospital underwent a huge upheaval and dozens of children were moved from the heart of London to the countryside.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(1mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Family Workshop: Fabulous Flowers

Join artist Jess Heritage to transform the Museum with a spectacular nature-inspired installation! Bring the space to life by creating giant flowers and adding them to the collaborative display.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(1mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Children & Family

Kids Summer Fun - Wednesdays July & August

Free family fun days on Wednesdays through the summer holidays at Camden Market, Hawley Wharf. Drop in for crafting, workshops and more.

Wed 22 JulLondon Camden Road(1.2mi)

via London Camden RoadLocal gem

Dance

Caring Cultures in Dance

DCD and One Dance UK will deliver this one-day event as part of People Dancing’s Summer Programme 2026. A compassionate, body-aware journey into wellbeing, self-care and the care of others.

Wed 22 JulDancers' Career Development(1.3mi)

via Dancers' Career Development

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Bengali Women’s Social Club

An open session for Bengali women in the local community, focussed on faith, health and friendship. This session is part of our Health Haven programme. Please email or to...

Wed 22 JulCastlehaven Community Hub(1.3mi)

via Castlehaven Community Hub

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Midnight Train Feat. Chaplin, Searl & Nan

Chaplin, Searl and Nan blend foot-stomping rhythms, dipped in moonshine and served with a side of double bass and fiddle. Midnight train reimagines your favourite songs into something refreshingly new with a folk twist, rustic charm, and a whole lot of heart!

Wed 22 JulOld Street Records(1.7mi)

via Old Street RecordsLocal gem

Arts & CultureTalks & Lectures

Talk A Map of the Invisible – Free Artist Talk

Join composer Pete M Wyer as he talks about his latest sound installation at the Chapel, A Map of the Invisible.

Wed 22 JulFitzrovia Chapel(1.7mi)

via Fitzrovia ChapelLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

Italian Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate Italian conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation

Wed 22 JulBendico(1.7mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

French Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate French conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation g

Wed 22 JulBendico(1.7mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

Spanish Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate Spanish conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation

Wed 22 JulBendico(1.7mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

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Tacos and Tequila

Tacos by Rileys and Tequila drinks with 25% off. Say no more!

Wed 22 JulThe Black Eel(1.8mi)

via The Black EelCurated

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Bruno Mars

Filed under: Bruno Mars at Orange Walk People's Stadium looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 JulOrange Walk People's Stadium(2.1mi)

via Orange Walk People's StadiumLocal gem

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Chess Club

“Life is a kind of Chess.” – Benjamin Franklin. Franklin believed, chess teaches foresight, patience, and bold strategy.

Wed 22 JulBenjamin Franklin House(2.2mi)

via Benjamin Franklin HouseLocal gem

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Prelude to Impressionism: Camille Corot

Join us to discover the art and artists that inspired the Impressionist movement.

Wed 22 JulThe Wallace Collection(2.2mi)

via The Wallace CollectionLocal gem

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Venues with events near Barnsbury

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Bendico1.7 miles away Foundling Museum1.0 mile away Meltdown0.2 miles away

More about Barnsbury

Greater London, England

Barnsbury sits snugly in the heart of Greater London with enough character to make any visitor feel like they've just stepped into a proper neighbourhood rather than a city centre. The Meltdown has been hosting gigs for years, keeping things lively without needing to shout about it. It's the sort of place where you can find a good night out or a quiet coffee break depending on what your mood is doing at the moment. Pub quizzes and comedy nights pop up through the week, while the odd open mic session keeps things interesting when the rain starts coming down. Near Here pulls all these local options into one spot so you're not stuck scrolling through a dozen different sites on a Sunday evening. Not bad for a Tuesday in London.

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