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What's on in Brixton

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Community

Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai

CLUB CHEEK is hosting and we're spreading the word. Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Wed 22 JulCLUB CHEEK(0.3mi)

via CLUB CHEEKLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Mental Health First Aid: Two-Day Course

22 Jul 2026

Wed 22 JulMusicians Union(1.1mi)

via Musicians UnionLocal gem

Community

A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people

The full scoop on A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people lives over on Peabody Community Hall's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 JulPeabody Community Hall(1.5mi)

via Peabody Community HallLocal gem

Community

Four Paintings for Friends Circle

Join Head of Collection Helen Hillyard for an out-of-hours tour of four remarkable works in the Gallery exclusively for Friends Circle members.

Wed 22 JulDulwich Picture Gallery(1.7mi)

via Dulwich Picture GalleryLocal gem

TheatreWorkshops & Classes

Words from the Wild-Storytelling and Theatre Workshop with the National Theatre

Hosted by the National Theatre and facilitated by professional playwright Benjamin Salmon, this exciting workshop, inspired by the NT's production of War Horse , explores storytelling, creativity, and performance while helping young people develop their own ideas and imagination. Participants will leave with a toolkit of creative prompts, fresh ideas, and new sources of inspiration to support their own storytelling at home and beyond. A workshop not to be missed! Ages 9 to 12 years

Wed 22 JulDurning Library(1.8mi)

via Durning LibraryLocal gem

Community

Power Up

Ecsdac is being delightfully mysterious about Power Up. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 JulEcsdac(2.1mi)

via EcsdacCurated

Likely freeDanceLive Music

Free Soul Collective Street Dance Jam

Join USDD Networks' Soul Collective: Street Dance Training Step into the rhythm and express yourself at a weekly Dance Jam, hosted by Soul Collective, USDD’s adult street dance group! This open freestyle session is for dancers who want to train, cypher and connect while building a community. Whether you're refining your skills or just starting out… all levels are welcome! No pressure, just movement, music and good vibes! This is a freestyle-only room; no group rehearsals. So come and dance away! Class Details: - Age Range: 18+ years (Mixed) - Clothing: Comfortable clothing like joggers, tracksuits, or leggings (no shorts) - Session Duration: 2hours Book your FREE session below!

Wed 22 JulWalworth Town Hall Community Space(2.1mi)

via Walworth Town Hall Community SpaceCurated

Sports & Fitness

zumba

zumba at House Fellowship. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Community

share a poem

House Fellowship is putting on share a poem and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Sports & Fitness

gentle yoga

House Fellowship is putting on gentle yoga and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Community

chiropody

chiropody — brought to you by House Fellowship and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Community

country dancing

Spotted country dancing on House Fellowship's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Community

bridge club

One for the diary — bridge club at House Fellowship. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 JulHouse Fellowship(2.6mi)

via House FellowshipCurated

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(2.7mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class 20th

10am - 12pm 20th, 21st & 22nd July In these three 2 hour sessions, 10 - 14 year olds learn how to use a sewing machine and make stuff in a friendly and supportive environment. All equipment and materials provided. Suitable for complete beginners and returners. During the first session, learn how to sew in a straight line and turn corners. Then make two items to take home that day. The second and third sessions allow kids to choose from a selection of projects they can work on over the next two weeks (if necessary.) Options include; t shirt tote bag zipped pouch laptop bag cushion cover headscarf bucket hat Returners can work on their own projects and be supported to achieve their goals. Limited to maximum of 4 participants.

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(2.7mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Community

Bollywood on Steinway

Filed under: Bollywood on Steinway at 1901 Arts Club looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 Jul1901 Arts Club(2.8mi)

via 1901 Arts ClubLocal gem

Theatre

Cardboard Collective - Acting Through Music – Finding Your Unique Voice (Musical Theatre)

Cardboard City (London) hasn't given us the full script, but Cardboard Collective - Acting Through Music – Finding Your Unique Voice (Musical Theatre) has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 22 JulCardboard City (London)(2.9mi)

via Cardboard City (London)Local gem

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Venues with events near Brixton

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

House Fellowship2.6 miles away Stitches & Seams2.7 miles away CLUB CHEEK0.3 miles away

More about Brixton

Greater London, England

Brixton has a local Greater London setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Canova Hall, Electric Brixton, and Freight Brixton give the current listings a useful local shape. Near Here gathers Brixton events so hall dates and nearby plans are easier to find. Check individual listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before heading out.

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