Black History Month - What's on

BHM 2025

October 2025 sees a busy programme of events and activities celebrating Black History Month in Tower Hamlets. There is something of interest to those of all ages interested in Black arts, culture and heritage. Exhibitions, performances, workshops, film, music, poetry, talks and more.

Check the following listing for full details of the month-long programme.

If you are organising an event for Black History Month you can submit it to our listings.

 

What's up next

Canab Cuud Presents: Somali Buraanur and Dhaanto Dance Course

Canab Cuud Presents: Somali Buraanur and Dhaanto Dance Course
Date
03 (17:30) - 27/10/2025 (19:30)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St E14 6TL
Description
This October, Canab and her daughters lead seven beginner-friendly sessions celebrating Somali culture

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition
Date
09 (09:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St E14 6TL
Description
My Turn showcases Holly's latest original collage works alongside a new series of vases and prints

It Takes A Village Black History Month Pop-up Market

It Takes A Village Black History Month Pop-up Market
Date
20 (10:00) - 31/10/2025 (16:00)
Location:
Genesis Cinema 93-95 Mile End Rd E1 4UJ
Description
Come shop at the It Takes a Village Black History Month Pop-up at Genesis Cinema

Black History Month - A Tribute to Sierra Leone

Black History Month - A Tribute to Sierra Leone
Date
28/10/2025 (10:00-11:45)
Location:
Idea Store Bow 1 Gladstone Place London E3 5GT
Description
An introduction to the history and culture of Sierra Leone.

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance
Date
29 (13:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Spotlight 30 Hay Currie Street E14 6GN
Description
Join Spotlight's project and explore the evolution of black creativity and culture.

Malcolm X Marks the Spot: Assassinating Prejudice

Malcolm X Marks the Spot: Assassinating Prejudice
Date
30/10/2025 (13:00-22:30)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar E14 6TL
Description
A day of open creative Workshop + live Performance, celebrating Black voices through powerful musical narratives that reflect cultural heritage and history. Grand Union Orchestra is a pioneering group known for their cross-cultural approach, combining diverse musical traditions with storytelling.

Film Screening: Where Do Black Men Live?p

Film Screening: Where Do Black Men Live?p
Date
30/10/2025 (18:30-20:00)
Location:
Genesis Cinema 93-95 Mile End Rd E1 4UJ
Description
A thought-provoking film that explores the lives and experiences of black men in our society

Fatherless No More: Screening and Q & A

Fatherless No More: Screening and Q & A
Date
30/10/2025 (19:00-22:00)
Location:
Arts One Building Queen Mary University 1 Westfield Way London E1 4PD
Description
Documentary: Fatherless No MoreChronicles the journey of an Orlando-based pastor and former Super Bowl Champion who was inspired to move into an RV at Rikers Island

A Story Left Behind Screening and Workshop

A Story Left Behind Screening and Workshop
Date
12/11/2025 (13:00-14:30)
Location:
Arts One Building Queen Mary University 1 Westfield Way London E1 4PD
Description
Short film: A Story Left BehindA young British-Somali researcher discovers a record of the first Somali woman to live in Sheffield and fills in the gaps of her story.
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