Brixton Culture Capital | 03.01.2025
The BCC List: New Year, Same Brixton Buzz!
And just like that…2025 is here! As we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to celebrate the vibrant, creative, and resilient community that makes Brixton so special. Over the past year, we’ve seen incredible local events, collaborations, and milestones that highlight the unique spirit of our neighborhood. From the beats of live music at Electric Brixton to the laughter shared at local markets and the warmth of our shared cultural heritage, Brixton continues to shine as a hub of inspiration and unity.
This new year brings an opportunity to dream big, support each other, and build an even stronger community. Let’s make 2025 a year of creativity, connection, and joy. Thank you for being part of the Brixton Culture Capital family — here’s to another amazing year of celebrating the best of Brixton together!
Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year! 🥂
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CULTURE AND EVENTS
Welcome to Brixton, Paddy’s Yard!
Brixton's iconic Market House has been transformed into an innovative new venue: Paddy's Yard, London's first Irish-Jamaican fusion bar. This unique establishment seamlessly blends Irish hospitality with Jamaican flair, creating an unprecedented dining and drinking experience. The menu features Chef Bigga's authentic Jamaican chicken alongside traditional Irish favourites, while the bar serves everything from perfectly poured Guinness to tropical cocktails.
The fusion concept extends beyond just food and drink - Paddy's Yard aims to create a vibrant community space where cultures converge. Whether you're in the mood for jerk chicken with your stout or simply looking for a lively atmosphere, this distinctive addition to Brixton's hospitality scene offers a fresh take on the neighborhood pub. The venue welcomes both casual visitors and those planning a full evening out, promising an experience that celebrates the rich heritage of both Irish and Jamaican cultures.
Events in Brixton this weekend
Frank Ocean: A Live Gospel Rendition
Friday 3rd January - The Blues Kitchen Brixton
This January, the Testify Gospel Choir deep dive into the mind and music of Frank Ocean with a Gospel rendition of his two pivotal albums, Blonde and Channel Orange at The Blues Kitchen Brixton.
Expect to hear all the hits from these two Grammy award-winning albums; including 'Lost, 'Ivy', 'Pink + White' & 'Pyramids' as The Testify Gospel choir perform a set of Frank Ocean classics alongside their live band.
Peep Show Quiz with Big Mad Andy
Thursday 9th January - Brixton Jamm
THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS BUT THIS IS NOT CONTAGIOUS
Liam Noble, AKA Big Mad Andy has stocked up on Breakfast Room Green and is ready to bring you the ultimate quiz on one of Britain’s favourite sitcoms, Peep Show!
Famed for his emotionally unstable yet lovable painter/decorator, Big Mad Andy will delve deep into this cult classic, testing your knowledge of all things Peep Show!
Maximum 8 players to a team - See you there! 👁
Please Note: Be prepared to make friends as you may be sharing a table with another team - Good Luck!
Electric Brixton in January:
The Drag Mega Bowl
11th January - 8.30pm
Glitterbomb are proud to present a brand new show coming to London this January.
An unofficial DRAG CON UK after party. Expect a high energy drag production show featuring your favourite stars and more from RuPaul’s Drag Race.
Hosted by – The Vivienne; starring (A-Z): Actavia, La Voix, Makayla Couture, Miss Fiercalicious, Pangina Heals, Tessa Testicle, The Girlfriend Experience, Vanity Vain, plus performances from: Coco Licious, Prinx Chiyo & Dame Jane.
Tickets are available on the Electric Brixton website!
TheBccList Film Guide: Must watch films at Ritzy Cinema This Weekend
Better Man
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 90%
Better Man looks at the rise, fall and resurrection of Robbie Williams – one of the UK’s bestselling artists of all time. Michael Gracey will shine light on the incredible highs and lows of celebrity and the journey to stardom, inspired by Williams’ life and how he sees himself.
Nosferatu
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 85%
Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu is a gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.
We Live in Time
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 78%
An up-and-coming chef and a recent divorcée find their lives forever changed when a chance encounter brings them together, in a decade-spanning, deeply moving romance.
Nickel Boys
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 87%
The Nickel Boys is based on the historic reform school in 1960s Florida called the Dozier School for Boys, which was notorious for abusive treatment of students.
It explores the story of Elwood Curtis, a young African-American boy who is sent to the Nickel Academy, a fictional version of the Dozier School, after he is falsely accused of a crime.
While there, he meets a boy named Turner, and the two form a close friendship as they try to survive the horrors of the school and its corrupt administrators.
BccList DISCOUNTS
Free Drink with Every Main at Clover’s
We’re obsessed with the food at Clover’s, one of our favourite brunch spots in Brixton. This month, when you order any main meal, enjoy a complimentary drink on us! For an unforgettable experience, try their Caribbean breakfast—it’s a crowd’s favourite that never disappoints.
Mezza Me – 10% Off Lebanese Street Food
Mezza Me brings a taste of Lebanon with a Brixton twist. This cozy spot on Atlantic Road serves mouthwatering wraps, mezze plates, and refreshing mint lemonades. Get 10% off your meal this month by mentioning TheBCClist.
En Root – 10% Off Plant-Based Delights
Craving something healthy and hearty? En Root offers plant-based Indian fusion cuisine that’s both nutritious and delicious. From their famous jackfruit curry to their loaded samosas, every dish is a flavour bomb. Show this newsletter for 10% off your meal!
Mamalan – Authentic Chinese Street Food
Step into Mamalan for authentic Beijing street food, right in the heart of Brixton Village. This November, enjoy 10% off on all their signature dishes, including dumplings and noodle bowls.
Brixton Gin – Special Offer for Gin Lovers
Support local with Brixton Gin! Use promo code Summer1 on brixtongin.co.uk to get 10% off and free shipping, or pick up your order at Guzzl in Brixton Village.
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