Brockwell Park Area Guide

Join us for a night of nostalgia, filled with your favourite bangers from the 90’s and 00’s. Expect everything from Hip-Hop, Garage, Jungle, R&B plus all of the classics. Presented by Hootananny Brixton. This is an 18+ event

The monthly Brixton MegaPop night returns to the Effra Social on the first Friday of every month, bringing a big, free night of pop-tastic fun, with DJs throwing down huge party tunes from the likes of Taylor Swift, Charli xcx, ABBA, Sugababes, Chappell Roan and Fleetwood. Reviews onDesign My Night; Leanne: Absolutely brilliant night! We did not stop dancing the entire evening. There is such a great range in the music and people of all ages were on the dance floor. FIVE STARS! Susan: We had an absolutely brilliant night. The DJ kept the dancefloor packed with back-to-back bangers, and the hilarious videos were a blast to dance along to. If you love pop music, this is the Friday night spot to be, and it's great to see a genuinely gay-friendly venue in Brixton. Booze prices could be a bit cheaper, but we can't really complain as it's free entry

Proper, round the table folk music. All musicians and all styles welcome. Irish, Welsh, English and Scottish, American old time, bluegrass and western swing, French, Yiddish, East European, Scandinavian, Greek, Turkish, Balkan and more. All abilities tolerated. Swap tunes and songs, meet people and learn stuff. Or, do what most people do and just get a pint and enjoy the music. Presented by Windmill Brixton. This is an 18+ event

Why do we run? For fitness? For fun? To escape? Underneath it all, there’s a deeper, evolutionary reason - brains evolved to help animals move. In the UK alone, more than 25 million people go running each week - using their brains in exactly the way nature intended. But running isn’t just about fitness; it’s a powerful, brain-changing activity. This talk explores the fascinating relationship between movement and mind, revealing how running influences mood, enhances memory, and even reshapes the brain itself. From “runner’s high” to the long-term effects on emotional wellbeing and cognitive function, we’ll delve into what science tells us about why running feels so good - and why it’s so good for us. Running benefits the brain at every stage of life. It supports learning and neuroplasticity in the young, boosts mental clarity and creativity in adulthood, and helps preserve brain resilience as we age. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just curious about the mind-body connection, this talk will uncover how each step strengthens not just your body, but your brain. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Vincent Walsh is Professor of Human Brain Research in the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, at UCL. His work on sleep, perception, and decision making under pressure has been developed and applied with Team GB Olympic athletes, Premier League Football, and International Rugby. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 18+ event

Assemble your friends, meet some new ones, make some pour decisions and enjoy a day party of pure vibes!

Club the Mammoth and Hootananny Brixton bring New York based party starters Synthicide back to London for another huge show! Think Fog Machines and Lasers and a serious lineup of Live Darkwave and Danceable Punky Beats Presented by Hootananny Brixton. This is an 18+ event