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Mr Silk in The Park

Sun at 3pm · England

An AFROHOUSE JOURNEY COMES TO CLAPHAM COMMON The UK Afrohouse DJ and producer Mr Silk will curate the soundtrack from afternoon into evening, using an extended set to explore the depth, history and evolution of the music. London, September 2026 On Sunday 20 September 2026, UK Afrohouse DJ and producer Mr Silk brings MR SILK IN THE PARK … AN AFROHOUSE JOURNEY to Clapham Common for an open air session running from 3PM to 9PM. The premise is deliberately uncomplicated: one DJ, one extended set and enough time for the music to develop. At a point when Afrohouse has moved from specialist scenes into clubs and festivals around the world, Mr Silk is interested in what can sometimes get lost in that acceleration: the music, producers, regional movements and musical ideas that helped shape the sound before its current international prominence. Rather than treating the event as a succession of peak time moments, he intends to use the afternoon and evening to move gradually through different periods, moods and strands of Afrohouse, from deeper and more foundational selections to contemporary African electronic music. “There is much more to Afrohouse than the music people are hearing at the moment,” says Mr Silk. “There are different generations, different scenes and a lot of music that helped us arrive where we are now. Having time allows me to make those connections properly.” The extended format is central to the idea. Instead of compressing a performance into a conventional club set, Mr Silk will have the freedom to change pace, explore less obvious music and allow the atmosphere to shift naturally as daylight gives way to evening. For an artist whose work has moved between DJing, production, broadcasting and music curation, it is also an opportunity to bring those different disciplines together. Mr Silk is a UK Afrohouse DJ and producer whose career spans performance, production, broadcasting and music curation, with African electronic music at the heart of his work. His career has taken him across the UK and internationally, while his broadcasting and curatorial work has consistently focused on introducing audiences to Afrohouse and the wider spectrum of African electronic music. “When you are given an hour, there are decisions you have to make immediately,” he says. “With an extended set, you can let the music breathe. You can go somewhere unexpected, come back, change the energy and tell a much more complete story.” Clapham Common provides a deliberately informal setting for that idea. There is no large festival lineup and no attempt to recreate a nightclub outdoors. Instead, guests are invited to bring their own food and drinks, meet friends and spend the afternoon listening, dancing and discovering music as the session unfolds. MR SILK IN THE PARK is less concerned with spectacle than with selection. For one afternoon and evening, the focus remains on the relationship between a DJ, the music and the people listening. EVENT INFORMATION MR SILK IN THE PARK AN AFROHOUSE JOURNEY Sunday 20 September 2026 3PM … 9PM Clapham Common Windmill Drive, SW4 9DE Bring your own food and drinks.

PROMPT AND PLAY - Open Mic with Twist!

Mon, Oct 5 at 7:30pm · England

Prompt & Play – An open mic for originals, covers and curveballs. Part open mic, part creative challenge! Artists perform one original, one cover based on the week’s theme and, if they’re feeling brave, can take on the Prompt & Play Challenge by drawing two random Prompt Cards and choosing one to inspire their final song or performance. New themes. New prompts. New performances every week. Creative. Supportive. Memorable. FREE ENTRY • EVERY MONDAY • 18+

London fashion week pop up & party

Fri at 2pm · England

LONDON FASHION WEEK: POP-UP & PARTY MAINCHARACT3R × DIAMANTI LONDON are taking over Brixton Jamm for London Fashion Week. Come through for an afternoon of fashion, music, food, drinks, tattoos, tooth gems and community, followed by a party into the evening. POP-UP: 2PM – 6PM Shop, connect, get tattooed, grab tooth gems, eat, drink and discover what we’ve been working on. PARTY: 6PM – 10PM DJs, music, drinks and Fashion Week energy until close. 🎟 FREE ENTRY before 6pm 📍 Brixton Jamm, 261 Brixton Road, London SW9 6LH 📅 Friday 18th September 🕑 2PM – 10PM 🎁 WIN THE FULL PACKAGE We’re also giving one person the chance to win: A FREE QUARTER SLEEVE TATTOO + GRILLS + CHAIN Come dressed properly. It is Fashion Week, after all. MAINCHARACT3R × DIAMANTI LONDON go

Kaso Sounds Presents: Noirganica Records

Fri at 8pm · England

Kaso Sounds Presents Noirganica Records on the rooftop, bringing Laville, SE.V.EN, Kwest, DJ P and JVK together for a night of sounds from the label. Expect a high-energy session from 8pm-12am, with the Noirganica Records crew taking over the decks. 18 September | Kaso Rooftop Bar Line-up: @laville_music | @urluckynumber @kwest_83 | @movewithjvk | @iamdj_p Walk-ins welcome. For more info or group bookings, contact us. See you on the roof.

NTWRK: LONDON FASHION WEEK AFTER PARTY

Thu at 10:30pm · England

RSVP CLOSED. LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE LINK ABOVE ⬆️ Use code : PARTIFUL for a lil discount (Valid for a limited number of tickets) LONDON FASHION WEEK DOESN’T END AT THE RUNWAY. NTWRK is bringing London Fashion Week energy straight to House Party Soho Expect a room full of creatives, models, designers, artists, fashion heads and certified party starters, with the soundtrack keeping Soho moving until 3AM. A late-night link-up of fashion, music and London culture. And yes, we’re watching the fits 👀 BEST DRESSED WINS A GOODIE BAG. 📍 House Party Soho 📅 17th September ⏰ 10:30PM - 3AM 👗 London Fashion Week Afterparty 🪪 Physical ID required FREE ENTRY WITH RSVP BEFORE 11PM. £10-£20 AT THE DOOR AFTER. Grab your ticket. Get the fit together. See you in Soho. For more information : @community.ntwrk on Instagram

Siftag | Fabrica X: The Natural Fibre Edit Pop-Up

Sep 25 to Next Sun · England

Join Siftag & Fabrica X for The Natural Fibre Edit: a curated pop-up showcasing clothing made from natural fibres. Discover independent brands from across the UK and Europe, shop exclusive pieces, meet the people behind Siftag and the labels, and enjoy music, merch, a mini cafe, and good vibes. Come explore a more thoughtful future for fashion; offline, for the first time 🤍 RSVP to join us!

Pupnic in the Park

Next Sun at 10:30am · England

💰 FREE to join! 🐾 All schnauzer sizes and mixes welcome: mini, standard, giant, schnoodles, and everything in between The plan: 🚶 We start with a group walk from the Bandstand 🧺 Then it’s PUPNIC time: blankets down, snacks out, humans mingling (optional, but highly recommended) ☕ Fancy a coffee? We’ll pass Pear Tree Café along the way BYO picnic blanket and snacks. You know your favourites (and your pup’s) better than we do! Fair warning: this also doubles as an unofficial training opportunity for any pups who need a little extra practice on self-control around snacks 👀 (we see you, and we still love you) Wrapping up around 12:30, so your Sunday’s still wide open. Bring your beard, bring your best “leave it”, and let’s take over the park 🐶🌳

STEELO x GM: LFW PARTY

Fri at 9pm · England

This London Fashion Week, STEELO x Galacta Melanin celebrates London's fashion culture, a night dedicated to the energy and creativity that makes London’s fashion scene unique. New Wave Magazine is proud to be an Official Media Partner, documenting the people, atmosphere and moments that define the evening. The party will bring designers, creatives, artists, tastemakers and the wider community together in one space, creating a night built around connection, culture and celebration. Register your interest ASAP to be considered for access and join us for one of the standout gatherings of London Fashion Week. Very limited capacity, access to the event will be strictly limited.

myohmy end of summer party

Fri, Sep 25 at 7pm · England

END OF SUMMER PARTY Join us on the 25th of September for myohmy’s next event in partnership with Globe Town Records and the hottest queer venue in Soho, Coven. We are back and we’re banging. A mix of genres from Reggaeton, to Brazillian Phonk, Ghetto Tech to House. Indie/alt to Trashy Pop. it’s never what you expect Free guestlist - sign up on the partiful app (RSVP does not guarantee entry)