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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Creative Writing Workshop

Open to everyone from beginner to experienced writers, whether you want to write a story/a play/lyrics or poetry, join our weekly workshop.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(2.5mi)

via Poplar Union

Community

Create, Draw, Meet

A relaxed, informal, creative meet up for all! Join us for a cuppa, biscuit and chat whilst delving into a creative pursuit including drawing, painting, collage and textiles.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(2.5mi)

via Poplar Union

Likely freeCommunity

Social Wednesday

Your new mid-week escape. From chess and board games to crochet, quilting, and a cosy reading corner—our spacious studio will be buzzing with friendly faces and positive energy.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(2.5mi)

via Poplar Union

Community

Cornerstone open

Cornerstone Café Opening Hours:- Weds-Fri 10am - 3pm

Wed 22 JulPlaistow Christian Fellowship(2.8mi)

via Plaistow Christian FellowshipCurated

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

A Life Drawing Class by North London Life Drawing (Longer Poses)

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(3mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

Community

Afternoon Show: TJ Johnson's Peak of the Week

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(3mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

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Bosko Baker's Do Makers

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(3mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

Community

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(3.1mi)

via Old Street RecordsLocal gem

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Qur'an classes for women

Qur'an classes for women Wednesday 22 July 2026 10:30 am 12:30 pm 10:30 12:30 Anjuman-e-Islamia Newham 266 High St N England, E12 6SB (map) Google Calendar ICS

Wed 22 JulMarkazi Jamia Masjid Newham(3.2mi)

via Markazi Jamia Masjid NewhamLocal gem

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The Feminist Art of Walking in Whitechapel, with Morag Rose

The Feminist Art of Walking celebrates women transforming walking into works of art and activism, whilst sharing a manifesto for more equitable streets.

Wed 22 JulWhitechapel Gallery(3.3mi)

via Whitechapel GalleryLocal gem

Community

East End Voices: Community, Activism and Identity

Spotted East End Voices: Community, Activism and Identity on Whitechapel Gallery's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Wed 22 JulWhitechapel Gallery(3.3mi)

via Whitechapel GalleryLocal gem

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INDY

Presented by James Seabright By Daniel Clarkson and Brendan Murphy Three performers. One fedora. And a whole lot of snakes. Join a trio of amateur archaeologists as they attempt to recreate the legendary Indiana Jones trilogy – live on stage! Armed with homemade props, shadow puppets, and sheer misplaced confidence, can this heroic adventure avoid […]

Wed 22 JulWilton's Music Hall(3.5mi)

via Wilton's Music HallLocal gem

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Learning from the past to inform a safer future

By examining historical evidence, from accidents and near misses to successful interventions, we can better understand risk, human factors and the effectiveness of past responses.

Wed 22 JulInstitute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology(3.5mi)

via Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and TechnologyLocal gem

Community

Yo Poppa & Yo Momma

We're bringing you stone-cold throwback classics, performed by a handpicked selection of young guns. Kicking off with duo Yo Poppa, they'll be followed by the full band Yo Momma at 10pm. Led by superstar bassist Digby Lovatt, this 5-piece has credits that include Emeli Sande, Becky Hill and Jack Garratt to name a few. Come and get down!

Wed 22 JulEastcheap Records(3.9mi)

via Eastcheap RecordsLocal gem

Community

Around £8

Open Water Swimming

DSWC is proud to offer Open Water Swimming in the heart of Docklands. Millwall Outer Dock provides the perfect place for people who are already used to open water swimming but also good pool swimmers wanting to give open water a go. We are located 5-7 minutes walk from both Crossharbour and Mudchute DLR and just 12-15 minutes walk from Canary Wharf underground station. Travel between Bank DLR station and Millwall Dock in only 20 minutes! All participants swimming at DSWC must wear their NOWCA Safety Wristband every time they swim. If you are not currently a member of NOWCA, you can register here. We strongly recommend the use of a specialised wetsuit. If the water temperature is below 14 degrees, it is mandatory for participants to use a wetsuit, which needs to be provided by the participant. Participants must sign in at reception before proceeding down to the pontoons. As operators, we will know who and how many swimmers are in the water, at any time. This is important for managing your swim safety. For you as a swimmer, wearing your NOWCA Safety Wristband will speed your entry into the water plus record your swim time and distance, just like wearing a chip at a triathlon. Sessions cost £8. Times 5:30pm till Sunset Last swimmer entry will be 30 minutes before sunset.

Wed 22 JulDocklands Sailing and Watersports Centre(4mi)

via Docklands Sailing and Watersports CentreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

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(4.2mi)

via MeltdownCurated

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(4.3mi)

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Venues with events near Hackney Marsh

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

Poplar Union2.5 miles away Jamboree - Live Music Venue3.0 miles away Plaistow Christian Fellowship2.8 miles away

More about Hackney Marsh

Greater London, England

Hackney Marsh is part of London, with quick links into surrounding neighbourhoods. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Hackney Marsh events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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