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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

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

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(2.2mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

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Afternoon Show: TJ Johnson's Peak of the Week

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(2.2mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

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Bosko Baker's Do Makers

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(2.2mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

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(2.2mi)

via Poplar Union

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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(2.2mi)

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(2.2mi)

via Poplar Union

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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(2.3mi)

via Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and TechnologyLocal 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(2.4mi)

via Wilton's Music HallLocal gem

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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(2.7mi)

via Eastcheap RecordsLocal 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(2.9mi)

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(2.9mi)

via Dancers' Career Development

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Last day of school - early closure - KS2 - 1:20 pm, KS1 - 1:30 pm, TTC - 4:00 pm

Last day of school - early closure - KS2 - 1:20 pm, KS1 - 1:30 pm, TTC - 4:00 pm at Stoneydown Park. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Wed 22 JulStoneydown Park(3mi)

via Stoneydown Park

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Spring in the Stone

There's always lots going on in Leytonstone.

Wed 22 JulPastures Centre(3mi)

via Pastures CentreLocal gem

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Cartref yn y Ddinas

Filed under: Cartref yn y Ddinas at London Welsh Centre looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 JulLondon Welsh Centre(3.2mi)

via London Welsh CentreLocal gem

Comedy

Around £46.50

Comedy Bang! Bang

Prices inclusive of a £2 restoration levy and a £2 booking fee. This will show as a commission (cmsn) in the booking process.

Wed 22 JulSoho Theatre Walthamstow(3.2mi)

via Soho Theatre WalthamstowLocal 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(3.3mi)

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(3.3mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

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Venues with events near Hackney

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

Jamboree - Live Music Venue2.2 miles away Poplar Union2.2 miles away Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology2.3 miles away

More about Hackney

Greater London, England

Hackney has a local Greater London setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Aspland & Marcon Community Hall, Frampton Park Baptist Church, and Hackney Central Mosque give the current listings a useful local shape. Near Here gathers Hackney events so church 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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