Brixton Culture Capital | 12.06.2025
Jazzy Jeff in Brixton, “Share Your Pride” & Brixton’s Weekend Guide
Pride In Our Past: Lambeth’s ‘Share Your Pride’ Exhibition Honours LGBTQ+ Activism
In the spirit of Pride Month, Lambeth Archives has opened an exhibition called 'Share Your Pride' to celebrate and commemorate the local LGBTQ+ community’s journey. This free exhibit (open now through June 30) showcases decades of Lambeth Pride march photos, memorabilia, and personal stories, many contributed by residents themselves.
Lambeth hosted a dozen Pride marches in the 1980s and 1990s, including EuroPride and Black Pride, and this display channels that DIY, punk energy – from badges and tees to an audiovisual tapestry of memories. Curator Dan de la Motte says the exhibition “captures the anger, resilience, and ongoing fight” of the community, reminding everyone that Pride was born from protest and that the struggle isn’t over. One striking feature highlights Night Pride, the grassroots response to a 2023 hate crime, connecting past and present battles. More here
Events in Brixton May 30–June 5, 2025
Music & Nightlife
Fri 13 June – DJ Jazzy Jeff – Hip-hop icon DJ Jazzy Jeff (of Fresh Prince fame) brings decades of party-rocking experience to Brixton for an unforgettable night of feel-good beats . Expect classic hip-hop and R&B turntablism from the three-time Grammy-winner in an electric club atmosphere . Hootananny Brixton, 95 Effra Rd, SW2 1DF. 10:30pm–3am. ✅ Event Page
Sat 14 June – STARS: Club Night – Mojisola Adebayo’s hit Afrofuturist play STARS steps off the stage and onto the dance floor as Brixton House transforms into a celebratory after-party with DJs Conrad Kira and Deboa spinning Black and queer anthems from 8:45pm ’til late . Open to all (18+) – join this one-night-only club experience blending theatre and nightlife. Brixton House (Foyer), 385 Coldharbour Ln, SW9 8GL. 8:45pm–late. ✅ Event Page
Sat 14 June – Housework presents Summer Jamm – A sun-soaked day-to-night house music festival on the Pop Brixton terrace and in Brixton Jamm’s club rooms . Expect 10 hours of non-stop dance: daytime disco and classic house on the outdoor stage, then after-dark madness inside with veteran DJs including Ibiza legend Jon Ulysses and Cream pioneer Paul Bleasdale headlining . Brixton Jamm, 261 Brixton Rd, SW9 6LH. 2:00pm–12:00am. ✅ Event Page
Art & Heritage
Thu 5 Jun – Tue 8 Jul – Threads of Identity Exhibition – A compelling portrait photography exhibition by Lambeth-based artist Henos Adhanom, exploring the interwoven Eritrean-British identity in London’s diaspora . Studio-shot photographs blend traditional attire and subtle cultural symbols, celebrating the resilience and continuity of Eritrean heritage in modern Britain . Photofusion Gallery, 2 Beehive Pl, SW9 7QR. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–6pm (free entry). ✅ Event Page
Sun 15 June – Off the Beaten Track Heritage Walk – Discover Brixton’s “backlands” on this free local history walk from Atlantic Road to Brixton House via the Moorlands Estate . Historian Ashleigh Gill will uncover hidden stories of the area’s activist roots and urban development as part of the London Festival of Architecture . Meet at Simply Fabrics, 57 Atlantic Rd, SW9 8PU. 2:30pm–4:30pm (Free, booking required) . ✅ Event Page
Thu 19 June – Railton Road: Lifeline of Brixton and Beyond – A free local history talk by Lambeth tour guide Nikky Catto, sharing first-hand research and personal accounts from people who lived and worked around Railton Road over the past 70 years . Hear how this historic street’s activist roots and community spirit have shaped Brixton’s story. Brixton Library, Brixton Oval, SW2 1JQ. 6:15pm (talk 6:30–8:00pm, free but donations welcome) . ✅ Event Page
🧩 Section 3: Everything Else
Wed 18 June – Uprising: Revolution School Workshop – Cultivate body, mind and spirit at this participatory somatic movement workshop led by choreographer Isaac Ouro-Gnao . Part of Brixton House’s UPRISING festival, the session uses breathwork, hip-hop and African dance techniques to help you unlock inner creativity and embodied confidence in a supportive space . Brixton House Creative Hub, 385 Coldharbour Ln, SW9 8GL. 4:00pm (Tickets £5, ages 16+). ✅ Event Page
Sat 14 June – Tai Chi in Windmill Gardens – Start your weekend with gentle exercise in a serene setting. This free outdoor Tai Chi class welcomes all levels to practice mindfulness and movement among the greenery of Windmill Gardens, beside Brixton’s historic windmill . No experience needed – just wear comfy clothes and enjoy an hour of relaxation. Windmill Gardens (by Brixton Windmill), Blenheim Gardens, SW2 5DA. 11:30am–12:30pm (free, no booking required). ✅ Event Page
🎭 The BCClist Film & Theatre Guide
Ballerina (Sat 14 June, 8:30 pm) – A John Wick spin-off starring Ana de Armas as a ballerina-turned-assassin on a quest for revenge . This action-packed spectacle delivers the sleek combat and stylish world-building fans expect. Early reviews call Ballerina “a worthy addition” to the Wick universe with some of the best pure action of the year . Rotten Tomatoes: 76% (Fresh) . Official listing – Picturehouse Ritzy
The Ballad of Wallis Island (Sun 15 June, 7:40 pm) – A poignant British comedy-drama about a reclusive lottery winner (Tim Key) who reunites his favorite band for a one-night island performance . Old romances and rivalries flare up, but the film hums with warmth and wit, ultimately delivering one of the year’s most heartfelt crowd-pleasers . Critics and audiences alike adore this gem (an astounding 98% on Rotten Tomatoes) . Official listing – Picturehouse Ritzy
These films are new releases or limited screenings, so advance booking is wise. The Ritzy’s online schedule confirms only a handful of showings for each pick over the weekend, ensuring an enthusiastic, film-loving crowd at each screening
Theatre Highlight at Brixton House
STARS: An Afrofuturist Space Odyssey (5–28 June) – STARS is an award-winning one-woman show that’s the talk of London’s theatre scene. Written by Mojisola Adebayo and performed by Debra Michaels, this play fuses sharp comedy with cosmic imagination in the story of an older Black woman who rockets into space in search of her first orgasm . Along the way, it weaves in African folklore, queer identity, and pure joy – “a hilarious and moving” exploration of pleasure and empowerment . Recently crowned Best New Play (OffWestEnd Awards 2024) , STARS has earned glowing ★★★★★ reviews (e.g. The Stage) for its originality and emotional punch . It’s “urgent viewing for all,” with critics raving about feeling “seen, uplifted and part of something bigger” . Don’t miss this limited run at Brixton’s new theatre hub, capped off by a special late-night club event on Sat 14 June where the auditorium transforms into an inclusive cosmic after-party . Official listing – Brixton House
Brixton 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. Enjoy a complimentary drink with us when you order any main meal. For an unforgettable experience, try their Caribbean breakfast—it’s a crowd favourite that never disappoints.
En Root – 10% Off Plant-Based Delights
Plant-based Indian fusion cuisine that’s both nutritious and delicious. 10% off.
Mamalan – Authentic Chinese Street Food
Authentic Beijing street food in the heart of Brixton Village: 10% off.
Until next Thursday, 11.11 am
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