Community events

The Caribbean Front Room: Stories from Windrush and Beyond

Step back in time with the Caribbean Front Room installation. A key part of the Caribbean Windrush experience, the installation explores the front room and the crucial role it played in bringing the community together. This event is part of Camden’s celebrations for the 75th anniversary of Windrush. Find out more on page 13

Camden Black British History Community Hub, 18 Malden Road, NW5 3HN lovecamden.org/camden-black-britishhistory-community-hub

Block Party, Drummond and Stanhope Streets

Join us for an unforgettable event filled with cultural activities and the rhythmic beats of South Asian traditions on Saturday 29 July, 12 to 6pm, on Drummond Street, NW1.

Somers Town Festival

Somers Town Festival is turning 21! Celebrate with free live music, art and performance on Saturday 8 July in and around Chalton Street and at the British Library Piazza, 12 to 6pm.

Inverness Street Party and Good Mixer event

Join us on Saturday 26 August for a lively and interactive event that pays homage to the evolution of Hip-Hop across the decades. Experience DJs spinning dedicated sets for each era, alongside captivating live performances, interactive street art, beatboxing, and engaging family activities presented by FUN DMC. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 50 years of Hip-Hop, including the iconic “5 elements of Hip-Hop,” in a fun and accessible way, for people of all ages. Inverness Street Party, 12 to 7pm; Good Mixer, 7pm until late.

Daytimers Mehfil: An Evening of South Asian Poetry

As part of Camden’s South Asian Heritage Month programme, this evening promises to be a showcase of spoken word, poetry, and music, celebrating south Asian communities from across the UK. Saturday 27 July, 7 to 10pm, Conway Hall (25 Red Lion Square, WC1R 4RL).

Find more community events and activities at wemakecamden.org.uk