Free Djembe Drumming Circle Sessions, Greenwich Peninsula
At the Firepit Art Gallery in Greenwich Peninsula, The ELREM Foundation CIC will be putting on a series of djembe drumming circle sessions.
No experience is necessary and all drums will be provided. Just feel the rhythm, connect with the bear and let loose in these high-energy sessions. You will be guided through the session by experienced instructor, Miriam Dubois.
There are 15 spaces per session so book now to ensure you do not miss out.
Date: Every Monday from 9th-30th June
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Location: Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC, 10 Cutter Lane, London, SE10 0XX
Tickets: Free, reserve your place at: https://www.greenwichpeninsula.co.uk/whats-on/feel-the-rhythm-djembe-drumming-sessions?aff=google
Free Opera Taster Sessions, Blackheath Halls
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Have you ever wanted to have a go at singing opera? You can try it out at Blackheath Halls and even perform in a production later in the summer.
You will be led by Laura Attridge, Director of Blackheath Halls opera this year, and Chris Stark, conductor of the Blackheath Halls Orchestra. They will give you a glimpse of what it’s like to be in an opera chorus.
There’s even an opportunity to join the fully staged community opera production in September, where you can perform alongside world-class professional opera singers.
There will be a young person session (aged 9-18 years) and an adults session (aged 18+).
To take part in this free workshop, you don’t need to have any singing experience or music-reading ability.
Date: Wednesday 4th June
Time: 5-6pm (9-18yrs), 7-8.30pm (adults)
Location: The Hearn Recital Room, Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Rd, Blackheath, London SE3 9RQ
To book your space on either of the sessions, please email Kate Howden on k.[email protected] or call on 020 8305 3894
Free Guided Tours of Woolwich Works
Woolwich Works is a Grade II listed heritage building that dates back over 300 years. You can get a tour of this architectural award-winning building throughout summer, suitable for all ages.
A tour guide will lead you around the historic space and hear stories from the buildings past, like London’s first firework displays, visits from Kings and Queens, Suffragette protests and more.
All ages are welcome and the tour is free, just secure a spot on their website and turn up at their Cafe for the start time.
Dates: Sunday 8th June, 15th June, 22nd June, 6th July, 13th July and 20th July
Time: 11am – 11:45am
Location: Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London SE18 6HD
Tickets: Free, book here: https://www.woolwich.works/events/tour-of-woolwich-works
Thames-Side Woolwich Open Studios and it is free entry
The Thames-Side Studios in Woolwich, a community of artist and maker spaces, are putting on their annual open studios weekend.
There will be over 550 studios open and numerous free kids activities and workshops. You can meet local artists, makers, designers and buy directly from their studios. They cover a wide range of mediums, from painting and drawing, to fashion design, carpentry and jewellery.
An exhibition will also be accompanying the weekend, highlighting the participating studios. This will take place in the main gallery from Saturday 7th to Sunday 15th June, open from 12pm-5pm.
Open Studios aims to engage visitors and showcase the talent within Greenwich.
Date: Saturday 7th to Sunday 8th June
Time: 11am-5pm both days
Location: Harrington Way, Warspite Road, Royal Borough of Greenwich, London SE18 5NR
Tickets: Free entry, no ticket required
Daytime Pride Party at Fox & Firkin with two 90s legends for £25
Kick-off Pride month in London at the Fox & Firkin with an outdoor garden party and a performance from two 90s legends, Robin S and N-Trance.
Robin S is the voice behind the anthem “Show Me Love” and number one billboard hit “Shout it Out Loud”. She is known for her vocal power and energy and will be coming to Fox & Firkin fresh off the stage from America’s Got Talent and global tours.
N-Trance is one of the UK’s biggest-selling dance duos of the 1990s. Their hits include “Set You Free” and “Stayin’ Alive”.
Dance in the sun with Robin S, N-Trance and more artists to be announced soon! Please note this event is only suitable for those aged 18+
Date: Saturday 7th June
Time: 2pm – 2am
Location: Fox & Firkin, 316 Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6JZ
Tickets: £25 per person, book here: https://foxfirkin.com/event/robin-s-n-trance-pride-party-7th-jun-2025/
