Brixton Culture Capital | 22.08.2024
Brixton Culture Capital | 22.08.2024
Carnival Comes to Brixton and new spots in Brixton.
The parade takes place in Notting Hill… but you know the party stays in Brixton.
In 1966 the first outdoor festival took place in the streets of Notting Hill. A local resident and social worker Rhaune Laslett – a Londoner of Native American and Russian descent – organised an event for local children.
As an established community activist with a history of addressing and easing inter-cultural tension in the area since the violent race-riots of the 1950s, she set out to bring people together. She said:
"We felt that although West Indians, Africans, Irish and many others nationalities all live in a very congested area, there is very little communication between us. If we can infect them with a desire to participate, then this can only have good results."
That first party eventually became the good time that is Carnival today. This weekend is all about getting together and sharing the love. So grab your nearest and dearest, and head down to one of the many (many) celebrations happening in Brixton.
Best Caribbean Food in Brixton 🌴
Kick Off Your Carnival With These Bussin Brixton Bites
Caribbean food is always a shout in Brixton. But somehow it tastes even better where there’s Carnival in the air! We’re spending the weekend eating our way through these delicious spots. Let us know which is your favourite — and which ones we’ve missed!
Fish, Wings & Tings: A beloved Brixton classic. Get a table outside, order the codfish fritters, and when you’re done…
Veg & Tings: Roll across the way for even more delicious Trinidadian eats from this Brixton staple’s vegan twin.
Maureen's Brixton Kitchen: A tasty secret backyard Caribbean kitchen on Railton Road. When you see the jerk pans in the yard, you’re in the right place.
Danclair’s Kitchen: Feeling tapas but craving Caribbean? Head to Danclair’s kitchen for some sensational small plates.
Refill Caribbean: A lunchbreak staple. Grab a tray of food or book them for your party — Refill Caribbean do catering, too!
Healthy Eaters: The best patty in town. Healthy, balanced, delicious — a take-out with a gorgeous restaurant to boot.
From Wood & Water: Honestly the food is good, but we’re here for the rum collection. Don’t sleep on it — it’s one of the best in town.
RapChar: Perfect for date night. A beautiful restaurant with delicious, authentic Caribbean grill.
CULTURE AND EVENTS
Fathers and influential males (FAIM) Under 5s Stay & Play
Date: 25th August
If you’re a dad or an influential male in a child under 5’s life, you’re invited to Brockwell Park to meet other local Dad’s and share fatherhood experiences. Have fun learning through play and finding a community! No need to book, more details here.
Carnival Weekender: Danny Rankin, Konny Kon & More
Date: 24th August
Hootananny Brixton is throwing a BIG dance to celebrate Carnival weekend this August. Enjoy the best carnival after-party in South London with a top selection of DJs. Check the full line-up, and get your tickets!
Showcasing Historic & Contemporary African Women at the Lambeth Archives
Date: Throughout August
This gorgeous exhibition celebrates the achievements and contributions of African women. Rock up to the Lambeth Archives anytime in August to check it out!
Lambeth LGBTQ+ Reading group discuss: Fabulosa!
Date: 30th August
Join the Lambeth LGBTQ+ Reading Group every month to chat about books written by queer writers and featuring LGBTQ+ stories. This month’s read is Fabulosa! The Story of Polari, Britain’s Secret Gay Language. You can attend this hybrid event either at Brixton Library or online.
The ABBA Super Disco Party @ Brixton Jamm
Date: 23rd August
ABBA? Absolutely. Embrace your inner Dancing Queen at this Super Trooper party at Brixton Jamm. It’s the ultimate tribute bursting with sing-a-long guilty pleasures from start to finish!
Brixton Got Soul at The Blues Kitchen
Date: 24th August
We love a Saturday night at The Blues Kitchen. Expect three fiery sets from their world-famous house band, plus DJs playing all the soulful bangers you can imagine. And if you rock up before 9pm, entry is free!
TheBccList Film Guide: Must watch films at Ritzy Cinema
Hollywoodgate: A gripping documentary. Immediately after the US pullout from Afghanistan, Taliban forces occupied the Hollywood Gate complex, which is claimed to be a former CIA base in Kabul.
Tuesday: A heart-rending fairy tale. A mother and her teenage daughter must confront Death when it arrives in the form of an astonishing talking bird.
Kneecap: A true story about how anarchic Northern Irish rap group Kneecap became the unlikely figureheads of a civil rights movement to save their mother tongue.
Pulp Fiction: The 30th anniversary of a cult classic. The lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster's wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption.
For tickets and more information, visit The Ritzy Picturehouse.
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