Westminster
Tues 24th June – Sun 7th September 2025
Connecting Thin Black Lines: 1985–2025
The Institute of Contemporary Arts presents Connecting Thin Black Lines: 1985–2025, a major exhibition marking forty years since…
2025 LISTINGS
Glasgow
Sunday 31st August
Saving All My Love For You
Experience the magic of Whitney Houston like never before with Saving All My Love For You – a…
Westminster
Sunday 31 August
Image of The Black at The Wallace Collection
The Image of the Black in the Wallace Collection is a live, unscripted two-hour tour that uncovers the…
Camden
Tuesday 2nd September
Samba Touré
“Touré’s hypnotic guitar grooves, unshakable vocals and commanding lyrics raise the music to a level of profound artistry.”…
Camden
Thursday 4th September – Saturday 4th October 2025
Freedom Rising: The Art of Owusu-Ankomah
October Gallery presents Freedom Rising: The Art of Owusu-Ankomah, a landmark posthumous exhibition honouring one of Ghana’s most…
Lewisham
Friday 5 September
Harry Belafonte film plus Q&A on Black British Civil Rights and film
Discover the extraordinary legacy of Harry Belafonte in Following Harry, a moving documentary that traces the final chapter…
Bristol
Friday 5 September
The Real Thing
Formed in 1972, The Real Thing are Britain’s longest-established – and best-loved – black group in UK entertainment…
Leeds
Saturday 6 September
Eddie Kadi: Let Me Land
One of comedy’s fastest-rising stars is hitting the road for his first ever nationwide tour. Eddie Kadi brings…
Camden
Sunday 7 September
The Twinkle Brothers
Legendary roots reggae outfit The Twinkle Brothers return to bring their timeless sound to the stage. Emerging in…
Hull
Sunday 7 September
Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
After selling 100,000 tickets last year, including a UK arena tour and sold-out shows at the Royal Albert…
Southwark
Tuesday 9 September
Sisters and Black British Civil rights 1970s/80s
A further sample of our twelve week course on African/Caribbean women who fought back against racism/colonialism from 2000…
Camden
Thursday 11 September
Gilsons
In recent years, Brazil’s music scene has experienced a remarkable resurgence, capturing the attention of audiences far beyond…
Bristol
Friday 12 September
Soul Kinda Wonderful
SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL are the UK’s No 1 Tribute to the legendary DRIFTERS , award winners at the National…
Swansea
Saturday 13 September
The Greatest Love of All
Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute concert described as “mind-blowingly spot…
Camden
Saturday 13 September
The Music of Otis Redding
Prepare to be transported by the timeless voice of Otis Redding, as two of the UK’s most electrifying…
Hull
Saturday 13 September
The Drifters
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at…
Camden
Saturday 13 September
60 years of Struggle: Civil Rights , African Odysseys, BFI
Black British Civil Rights, 1965–2025 reflects on six decades of activism, legislation, and leadership in the struggle for…
Leeds
Saturday 13 September
Babatunde Aleshe: High Expectations
Baba’s back — and he’s bringing the laughs with him. Join the multi-award-winning comedian for a brand-new stand-up…
Online Events
Sunday 14 September
Black History Blueprints: Adapting with Integrity and Navigating Change
Adaptability isn’t just a skill—it’s the mindset that turns uncertainty into opportunity. In today’s rapidly changing world, learning…
Sheffield
Wednesday 17 September
Heritage Talk: Black British Ballet, presented by Dr Bourne at Worksop Library
This engaging talk explores the rich and often overlooked history of Black dancers in British ballet, tracing their…