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Long, lazy summer days need filling? Here are some great ideas to help keep you occupied in the hazy July heat.
Get arty at a graffiti workshop
When: 2nd July
Where: Stockwell Hall of Fame, SW9 OTT
If you’ve always fancied yourself a Banksy in the making, then head down to the Stockwell Hall of Fame where they’re running an exhibition and workshop celebrating all things street art. The exhibition is titled ‘Where are the Women’, so it’s specifically focused on the female influencers in the graffiti world.
Get funky at an all day to night party
When: 16th July
Where: Brixton Jamm, SW9 6LH
If you’re craving a day of bopping around in the sun to some funky tunes, then don’t miss this one. Over at Jamm Craig Charles’ is taking over for a full day-to-night situation. Sign your Saturday over!
Discover new talent
When: 24th July
Where: Pop Brixton, SW9 8PQ
Discover an up and coming creative on the 24th. Create Foundation is show casing the new bright things in the art and creative space. Come and see what the new generation have to offer at Pop Brixton.
Go to the Lambeth Country Show
When: 16th & 17th July
Where: Brockwell Park
Only the biggest event of the Brixton calendar! The Lambeth Country Show is back in Brockwell Park this July. Step aside, Glastonbury, we’ve got sheep racing to watch.
Learn all about rum
When: 13th July
Where: Pop Brixton, SW9 8PQ
A rum masterclass, you say? Well, go on then! Pop Brixton are hosting a tasting of all things rum. Included in your ticket are three delicious cocktails and a whole load of history and info about the spirit.
Check out the Brixton Art Prize Exhibition
When: 1st-3rd July
Where: Downstairs at The Department Store, SW9 8FR
The winner for the Brixton Art Prize was announced at the end of June, but here is your chance to go and see a display of all the shortlisted artists. Check them out and be in awe of their talent.
Go to a reading group
When: Every Wednesday
Where: Pop Brixton, SW9 8PQ
& you don’t need to have even read the book! At this group, a pro writer will read aloud a piece of fiction or a poem and the group will respond to it then and there. Great for lit enthusiasts and newbies to the booky world alike!
