Tower Hamlets Area Guide

London Gay Men's Chorus / Artistic Director: Simon Sharp Step into the decadence and excess of the Great Gay Gatsby for an electrifying night inspired by the glamour, glitz and grandeur of the roaring twenties! The London Gay Men's Chorus will evoke the sounds and sensations of 100 years ago with the witty musings of Jerome Kern and Cole Porter, musical theatre hits from Chicago and The Wild Party, and artists from the last century - postmodern jukebox style! The 200-strong chorus will be joined by dancers, special guests and a live band, all framed in the beautifully renovated art-deco glory of Troxy! Presented by London Gay Men's Chorus. This is a 14+ event.

The fantastic Malphino, a mystical island's band bringing a promised land of hypnotic cumbia rhythms, subtle digital warbling, accordion textures, voodoo vapours and woodblock charm, returns to Jamboree to celebrate the start of the new year! Join us for a party where borders fade, the living and departed mingle, and London's Latin American community plus everyone who wants to join can find a piece of home, community, and belonging con cumbia y amor. With a range of Mexican-Colombian influences and a psychedelic twist, Malphino are are an outer-national, mystical band from an imaginary tropical island that has dreamt up a cinematic score and audio backdrop to their idyll! A night of musical wonder awaits the off-piste explorer willing to step through the arch and Visit Malphino, the debut album from this London based collective of musicians and visual artists! As source material of traditional Latin American music and cumbia has etched itself in the global tracks of music, London has become a meeting point and international canvas for new tropical concoctions. And it is the capital that has provided the nourishment for Malphino - ft. members from Japan, Malaysia, Colombia, France, Philippines and the UK - to flourish. They also pay testament to the open-minded nature of record label Lex (MF Doom, BadBadNotGood, Kate Tempest), which has given them a stage on which to transcend the borders of Latin America and the London music venue where it all began. Also, on the decks, Mexico's own GYPSY BOX fires up the Balkan-Cumbia beats that have lit up dancefloors across Europe for over 10 years. And Colombian vinyl queen LADY AVOCADO brings her signature picotera soundsystem energy fusing Latin and Afro-Caribbean sounds, including salsa, bullerengue y más. Guatemala-born LA CURANDERA will also guide us into a ritual journey where ancestral rhythms and electronic textures meet in collective ceremony, transporting dancers into a cumbia dimension. Jamboree food option: Our Zer kitchen is open from 5pm serving delicious Middle Eastern fusion food for you to enjoy a pre-gig meal/snack if you wish!

Ace songwriter Theo Bard plays a very special preview of new songs which will feature on his upcoming album, alongside his full band! A Londoner through and through, artist and live music obsessive Theo Bard has become more devoted than ever to the noble art of songwriting. Through trancelike acoustic guitar patterns, a vocal that's at once raw and full-bodied, and lyrics that balance the personal with poetry, there is something relatable about his songwriting which grabs listeners wherever he goes. His music has featured across BBC Radio, on Italian TV, and he has written with major label artists. Becoming a father in 2024 brought a new wave of passion to Theo's yen, and a return to the very root of his music - the appreciation of connection and beauty, spoken through live instruments alone. He is now ready to share a set of songs sung 'at the bottom of his voice', lullabies to a sleeping newborn that go to the root of human origin. His band tonight features: Kaidi Akinnibi - Saxophone Matt Webb - Bass Tom Potter - Drums "Multi-talented " - The Line of Best Fit "A distinct and personal expression by way of glistening, crystalline compositions." - London in Stereo "A hauntingly beautiful melody, every second of which is full of purpose and intent." - Earmilk Jamboree food option: Our Zer kitchen is open from 5pm serving delicious Middle Eastern fusion food for you to enjoy a pre-gig meal/snack if you wish!

The ever-popular Giants of Lovers Rock concert is returing to indigO2 in 2016. Stay tuned for more details.

FiL Straughan is one of the UK’s top soul artists, known for his smooth vocals and magnetic stage presence. His voice, reminiscent of the legends he sings, doesn’t just perform the songs—he connects with their emotion, creating a powerful experience for the audience. From the romantic warmth of "Let’s Get It On" and "Endless Love" to the irresistible grooves of "All Night Long", "Give Me the Night" and "September", FiL’s setlist is packed with the soul classics we all know and love. His performances are full of energy and authenticity, making every note feel personal. Alongside FiL’s incredible vocals, enjoy a carefully curated three-course lunch made with the finest seasonal ingredients, turning this into an afternoon that delights all your senses.

Step into a Golden Era. Feel the Vibes. Countdown to the Ultimate Old School Hip-Hop NYE Celebration. This New Year’s Eve, Gin & Juice is back at The Steel Yard for our legendary annual party, bringing the energy like no other. This is the most iconic old school hip-hop NYE celebration in the city Get ready to step into a time capsule where the beats were heavier, the lyrics hit harder and the dance-floors stayed packed till the lights came on. We’re taking it back to when hip-hop ruled the streets and shaped the culture, all night long. Expect The best DJs spinning 90s and 00s hip-hop classics Timeless anthems from Tupac, Biggie, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Missy Elliott, Salt-N-Pepa and more An electric crowd that lives and breathes the culture Big countdown moments inside one of London’s most iconic venues This isn’t just another NYE party. It’s a movement. A night to celebrate the music, the culture and the people that made this era unforgettable ★ Tickets always fly for this one so don’t sleep. Grab your crew, lace up your kicks and ring in 2026 the Gin & Juice way Secure your spot now for an NYE you’ll never forget. Gin & Juice - Let’s make history, one beat at a time. : [email protected] : +447894553938 Presented by Gin & Juice This is an 18+ event